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VOL. XVII NO. 161 | PAGES 12 ` 5/- RNI NO. NAGENG/2002/07906 DIMAPUR, THURSDAY, JUNE 14, 2018 Fractured Naga Hoho discusses cracks Naga groups reaffirm — with a rider to resign en masse Dimapur, June 13 (EMN): Ozukum, and HK Zhimomi. ments shared by the con- The organisation has The beleaguered Naga "The consultative meet stituent units, the executive appealed also to the "Naga commitment to reconciliation Hoho has threatened with deliberated at length on unanimously resolved to national organisations" resigning en masse should the representation given urge Chuba Ozukum, presi- to provide support and two of its top leaders —Pres- by four tribes i.e., Pochury dent and HK Zhimomi, vice strengthen the Naga Hoho. ident Chuba Ozukum and Hoho, Rengma Hoho, Cha- president, to demit their "A strong, vibrant Naga Vice President HK Zhimomi khesang Public Organisa- office in the interest of the Hoho which is the medium — refuse to 'demit' office. tion and Angami Public Naga Hoho. In the event of public ideas, a forum for Leaders of the Naga Organisation on the func- of their failure to demit exchange, dialogue and a Hoho held consultations tioning of the Naga Hoho their office the other Naga source of creativity and so- on June 13 at Hotel Japfu and stricture thereof," Hoho officials shall resign lutions to diversity of chal- in Kohima during which a the organisation stated. en masse,' the press release lenges would best serve number of resolutions were Besides, it explained, the declared. our people irrespective of taken, a press release from meeting also took cogni- That said, the press re- the geographical division the organisation stated on zance of the letter by the Ao lease added to it that "if our people are currently Wednesday. Senden and Sumi Hoho of certain tribes" are against placed. Hence we ardently The Naga Hoho referred their dissociation from the any official, 'It's necessary appeal to all the Naga tribes to an executive meeting that Naga Hoho and directing to be properly discuss in to come under the banner was conducted on October the president to resign from the FA (federal assembly for of the Naga Hoho in the 31 2017 with all the officials the Hoho's top post. resolution of the pertaining interest of the Nagas," it with the exception of Chuba 'In respect of the senti- issue.' added.

Prime suspect in FIFA 2018: Power dept. kicks Diphu lynching ball into citizen's court captured Dimapur, June 13 (EMN): The de- requested to stay calm and bear with Our Correspondent partment of Power has a special ap- the department as line restoration EM Images / Arien Jamir Diphu, June 13: The prime suspect peal to all the citizens of Nagaland, teams will be there to rectify such Members of a choir from one of the Naga groups stand in prayer as Rev. Dr. Wati Aier, bowed in prayer, during the programme in Dimapur accused of having led a mob to who at this time are eagerly waiting faults, if any, on war footing.' on Wednesday. lynch of two youths from Guwahati, for the football World Cup: Use power Abhijeet Nath and Nilutpal Das has wisely so that your experience won't Industries: Eastern Mirror Desk assured “to learn to accept each other minds, hands, and feet, could we been captured. The two youths bounce off the pitch. A similar appeal was received here Dimapur, June 13 (EMN): The Naga through reconciliation and love for go wrong?’ Further, he hoped that were lynched on the evening of June "In view of the upcoming Soccer from the department's Dimapur political groups have reaffirmed their the nation (Naga-Land).” ‘the leaders to love the Lord, love the 8 at Panjuri Kachari gaon on claims World Cup this is an appeal to all elec- division, 'Industrial category' con- commitment to reconciliation, which The president of the Naga Na- nation, and weep for theirs and the that they were child traffickers. tricity consumers to kindly use power sumers in Dimapur are informed that was declared during a Forum for Naga tional Council ‘general (retired)’ Thi- peoples’ misgivings.’ Alphazoz Timung (35) was ar- judiciously especially during the general condition of supply would be Reconciliation event on Wednesday noselie M Keyho, also called for unity. rested on the night of June 12 from matches so as to avoid load shedding affecting a number of power-saving in Dimapur. He insisted that the FNR bring all the Losses and forgiveness Dokmoka in Dokmoka Police Sta- and power outage due to overloading measures. Leaders of various Naga under- groups to reconciliation. Personal losses due to factional kill- tion of Assam. of transformers and other equip- The division has stipulated the ground organisations stated the Although no representative from ings were also testified by two per- On the evening of the disturbing ment," the Power department stated operating of their machinery has commitment at the ninth anniversary the NSCN (Khaplang) could turn up sons. Visasier Kevichusa spoke about incident which sent shockwaves in a note on Wednesday. been limited to the time allotted in programme of the ‘covenant of recon- for the programme, the media was his journey of forgiveness for the across the country, the arrested The department listed out a their load sanction: During summer ciliation’ at the Dimapur’s Ao Baptist informed that the organisation had perpetrator who killed his father and Alphazoz Timung was said to have number of measures 'for judicious the limit for operating machinery Arogo in Duncan Basti. 'confirmed support to the FNR’s uncle years ago. Defining forgiveness, informed villagers about the pres- use of power': Switch off unneces- such as welding, rice mill, saw mill A leader of the National Social- agreement.' Kevichusa said it means to never ence of 'child traffickers,' which led sary lights, fans and ACs in 'unused , stone crusher etc., is at 5.30 pm ist Council of Nagalim (NSCN-IM), Dr. Wati Aier, convenor of the bring up the same issue to avenge to a mob lynching the two youths rooms'; avoid using high power con- in accordance with allocated load steering committee's convener in- FNR, said during the programme that the perpetrator. He added, it does not at Panjuri Kachari gaon under suming appliances such as induc- sanction. charge V Makritsu said “We reiter- ‘common will is required to lead us to mean one has to stop remembering Dokmoka Police Station in Karbi tion heaters, rice cookers, washing All the industrial consumers are ate our stand that together we have the future.’ The forum believes that the painful memories but to choose Anglong. The youths had gone on machines, water pumps etc. during requested to stop use of machinery started it, together we shall finish it. the objective begins with imagining to move on and to live for the present. to see Kangthilangso waterfall and the matches; gather together in one after 5: 30 pm. 'In case if any indus- NSCN shall never back out from its the future from today, he said. The programme also saw the were returning when they were room to watch the matches. trial consumer are caught operating commitment to it… now is the time ‘Together, we want to connect release of a book by Rev. Dr. VK Nuh stopped by villagers. Due to the prevailing weather after 5.30 pm, their electrical connec- of the Nagas to reassemble under one the divide and build bridges. FNR be- titled ‘Walking the Naga Day.’ The Police sources informed that condition in Nagaland, interruptions tion is liable to be disconnected and political roof.” lieves that we can talk about both the participants were treated to ‘Naga a joint operation team of Karbi may occur because of 'line, trans- penalty will be imposed on them as A leader of the NSCN (unifica- terrible things of the past so as to for- reconciliation’ and ‘Kuknalim’ per- Anglong police arrested Alphazoz former or equipment faults,' the note per the Electricity Act,' the division tion) advisor to the group's collective give one another and restore healthy formed by a combined choir of the Timung. He was brought to Diphu explained. 'However, consumers are cautioned. leadership C Singson also responded living.’ He encouraged the citizens to Naga political groups and the Naga Sardar Police Station for interroga- to the vision of the forum’s reconcili- rise up, participate, and look forward Day Choir. tion. A complaint was filed against ation. He remarked: 'We look forward to what can done. Further, Eustar Chishi Swu, the the suspect under section-302 to partnering FNR in our common Some of the Naga youths at the widow of the late Isak Chishi Swu, (attempt to murder), 202 (mis- Ao Senden says will not accept endeavour to foster brotherhood, event spoke of hope for a better fu- spoke during the programme. A information)and 34 (common peace, and unity in our land.’ Leaving ture. A youth representative Rakodu prayer reaffirming the Covenant of intention). Timung is resident of aside all the difference as a person, Nukhu said, ‘If this Naga hope is Reconciliation was said by Rev. Dr. Pa- Kangthilangso Narep Engti village, verdict if admin. fails justice as political leaders with contrasting mutual and established upon right phino, vice president of the Nagaland under Dokmoka PS. Dimapur, June 13 (EMN): The Ao Send- A five years old girl was raped on 10- ideology and principles, the group foundation guided by faithful hearts, Joint Christian Forum. (Related stories in Region page) en has made clear to the administrative 06-18 by accused Limatoshi, 19 years, authorities — technically magisterial be punished as enshrined under sec- conduits and court administration in a tion 4 of Prevention of Children from district — of Mokokchung district, that Sexual Offences Act (POCSO) and also Star Cement ban: NSCN (IM) shovels gravel on news sources the community organisation shall not be awarded compensation to the victim accept any verdict that fails justice in as laid down thereof.' Dimapur, June 13 (EMN): The NSCN 'A very unfortunate news item in order to have authenticity cleared lets that attributed said blame for adjudicating the recent rape of a minor. "During the process of the case or (IM) has denounced " highly ir- carried by The North East Now, Hills and rectified before publishing," the the ban. The Ao Naga apex issued to the trial or in conviction or on quantum of ritable and inflammable" news Hornbill Express and The Aja Daily organisation explained. "Further, the GPRN is con- media on Wednesday a copy of a rep- sentence, no leniency shall be shown to reports for what is understood to be captioned as “NSCN (IM) bans Star "The nature of publishing such strained to ask for corrigendum resentation that was addressed to the the accused and / or if altered, the Ao the organisation being attributed Cement in Nagaland” on 13th June, a notorious news item without au- from these news centers and other deputy commissioner of Mokokchung. Senden shall never accept the verdict," for the ban on a cement brand in 2018 was highly irritable and inflam- thenticating the origin and source news agencies (if any more) that The representation read: 'The (Ao the organisation stated. Nagaland. The publicity cell of the mable too,' the note stated. demands unqualified apology from have published the news item, fol- Senden) have the honour to submit The community organisation has group, the MIP, issued a note on "These news centers are ex- these news centers that are respon- lowing the issuance of this rebuttal in connection with the incident taken 'requested' the administration to 'kind- Wednesday seeking 'apology' from pected to be more reasonable and sible for defaming the GPRN." of the GPRN, so as to avoid rami- place at Mongsenbai ward in Mokokc- ly' take necessary legal action within a the news sources for 'defaming' the not expendable. Sensitive news such The organisation has sought a fication and unwelcomed conse- hung town, registered FIR in PS-II and reasonable period of time and also to organisation. as that should be examined carefully "corrigendum" from the news out- quences therewith," the note added. published in local papers on 11-06-18: award compensation as requested.

Great minds discuss No gifts except ideas; average minds Delhi gives Nagaland a blank road cheque discuss events; small minds discuss people. "frontier Nagaland" Dimapur, June 13 (EMN): ongoing railway project in ~ Eleanor Roosevelt The Centre has given Naga- Nagaland. He requested the please —ENPO land virtually a blank cheque Union minister for more with the former reportedly 'stoppage time' of the Ra- Dimapur, June 13 (EMN): The Eastern assuring the state's Chief jdhani Express and other Mirror Takes Nagaland People's Organization (ENPO) Minister Neiphiu Rio more railways passing through has repeated its objective to having a new roads besides seeking the Dimapur station in the "frontier Nagaland" and has expressed making a list of 'important interest of passengers from opposition to any state or central 'pack- roads' in the hilly state. Nagaland and neighbouring ages.' The statement was mentioned in a The chief minister met states, who depend on said press release to the media on Wednesday with the Union Minister for station. about a meeting the group conducted Road Transport and High- The update mentioned recently. ways Nitin Gadkari at New that Goyal congratulated 'The house unanimously reaffirmed Delhi on Wednesday. He Neiphiu Rio and the newly the resolution on the demand for ‘frontier was accompanied by dep- elected Lok Sabha member Nagaland state’ as adopted on 25th May, uty chief minister Y Patton, Tokheho Yepthomi. "The 2007 at Tuensang where a memorandum and a number of their Cabi- Union minister assured that for the same was submitted to the govt. of net colleagues besides state Neiphiu Rio seen here with Piyush Goyal on Wednesday in Delhi. The central government has assured the chief minister he will fully support and India,' the press release stated. officers, a press release from more roads for the state. look into all the matters The ENPO mentioned another: Based the IPR at Nagaland House raised by the chief minis- on its August 24 2012 resolution, the informed. meeting that the chief minister press release as having assured ed. The minister will be visiting ter. Further the Union Rail- "public" of the eastern regions of the According to the up- appealed to the Union minister Rio that the former would 'declare the state soon to see the ongoing way minister says that the state" shall 'continue to firmly reject any date, Rio appraised Gad- to include more roads in the Na- more NH roads in the state.' The road project in the state, it added. dreams of railways con- ~ Arien form of economic package both by the kari about the state's roads tional Highways (NH) component minister asked the state to expe- Rio's day's engagement in- nectivity in all parts of the Waaaa... You even made a Centre and state other than a separate and their condition, besides besides 'top priority roads' in all dite ongoing projects and 'also to cluded meeting with Union Min- northeast region will soon house on your way back from ongoing road projects in see the light of the day," the K-town? How many hours did assembly, separate administration and parts of the state. submit the list of important roads ster for Railways Piyush Goyal too it take? capital of its own.' the state. It was during the Gadkari was stated in the in the state,' the press release stat- during which they discussed the press release added. Eastern Mirror | Dimapur, Thursday, June 14, 2018 2 STATE Childline undertakes walk to abolish child labour KSU alleges anomalies in Dimapur, June 13 (EMN): tion of child labour from government establishments Joining with the rest of the employments which are world, Childline Kohima dangerous and degrad- Dimapur, June 13 (EMN): development in the areas. lost in the few months has observed the World ing for them. Khiamniungan Students’ The union also found due to non-availability of Day against Child Labour • The day is to remind that Union (KSU) has de- various schools function- medical official at Panso by taking a transact walk in it’s important for world tected various anoma- ing under acute shortage PHC. KSU has demanded and around the city. to protect and take care lies existing in the road, of teachers coupled with the concerned authority The walk was under- of their children because education, health and breakdown of infrastruc- to immediately deploy a taken to create awareness on them the future of government establish- tures. Considering the medical officer at PHC on the evils of child labour humanity depends. ments. The union has plight of those schools, Panso so as to avoid un- and the need for concerted • The day also reiter- detected those anomalies the union has urged the toward consequences in and integrated approach ates the importance of during its surprise check- concerned authorities to future. to eliminating child labour schooling for children ing within its jurisdiction look into the matter and Besides, KSU also ob- and the need to create an for their overall develop- from June 4 to 11. provide quality education served many loopholes enabling environment ment. The union observed to the remotest part of the and anomalies in various where a child should get • The observance of the that road connectivity in state. government establish- all the protection and care day brings the focus of entire Khiamniungan are- KSU has also expressed ments due to irregulari- Childline team along with friends and volunteers interacting with the workers at one of the vehicle as was in a deplorable con- displeasure with the poor ties of the employees. It needed for his or her over- workshops in Kohima on the occasion of World Day against Child Labour on June 13 policy makers around all development. the world towards the dition. It expressed dismay performances/irregulari- stated that the negligence Childline team along team conducted one to The highlights of the pro- when the world comes to- problems of child la- that even after allotting ties of the employees in of employees to perform with friends and volun- one interactions, small gramme included screen- gether to commit itself to bour. the least schemes/funds, the health sector as it ob- their duties had caused teers of Childline visited group meetings with the ing of documentary film eliminate all forms of child • The day also gives an op- the execution of works served that many primary inconveniences to the vulnerable places like local owners and workers and on child labour produced labour. Some of the factors portunity to stakehold- has not been completed health centre(s) and sub- public. In this regard, KSU vehicle workshops, hotels, also distributed child la- by Childline India Founda- which make the day very ers to formulate policies in a stipulated period and centre(s) were non-func- has directed all HoDs and shops, garbage dump ar- bour related IEC material. tion and presentation of significant are: and action plans to ef- failed to meet the quality tional. It has particularly employees serving un- eas etc. The object was to The second part of Child Labour Act. • On this day, all the stake- fectively eliminate child as sanctioned. resented the absence of a der Khiamniungan juris- make a safety check on the programme was an It aims strive towards holders reiterate their labour especially in the The union president, medical officer under PHC diction to discharge the child labourer in those awareness meeting con- achieving elimination of support for the fight hazardous industries. P Hatho, and the general Panso, who was trans- duties diligently and be work places and to ac- ducted at Night Tuition child labour by 2025. against child labour. • At individual level, it re- secretary, Puthai T, have ferred on October 31, 2017, stationed at their desig- quaint owners/ employ- Centre, D Khel in Kohima Significance of World Day • National governments, minds of the evils of child appealed to the concerned and whose replacement nated posting place. It has ers on child labour act village, which attended against Child Labour NGOs, employers and labour for the society authorities to take serious has not been made till further warned to initiate and the consequences of by children, leaders and World Day against workers take a pledge and what is needed to be note and implement the date. The union claimed its own course against the violation of the act. The elders of the community. Child Labour is the Day to work for the elimina- done for its abolition. allotted works for all round that previous lives were erring officials. ANCSU puts weight behind SSA teachers DGC organises orientation for new students NEWS IN BRIEF Dimapur, June 13 (EMN): release issued by its as- between the NSSATA and SUD and ZCD defer public rally Stating that innocent stu- sembly speaker Pithungo the state government. Sangtam Union Dimapur (SUD) and Zeme Council Dimapur dents were victimised in Shitio and the assistant ANCSU has appealed (ZCD), in an emergency meeting held on June 13 with regard every aspect by the ongo- general secretary Im- the government to accord to the triple murder case, have resolved to postpone the ing agitation called by the nameren N Jamir, has ex- demands of the aggrieved proposed public rally scheduled on June 15 at DDSC, Dimapur. Nagaland Sarva Shiksha pressed solidarity with the teachers on priority in This was stated in a joint statement issued by ZCD president, Ngauloibe, and SUD president Er, YH Sangtam. Abhiyan Teachers’ As- NSSATA and has termed considering the welfare sociation (NSSATA), the their demand ‘genuine.’ of students. The union NEI VBS to hold summer bible camp All Nagaland College Stu- While seeking for qual- further cautioned that it NEI VBS Christian Education Department has announced to dents’ Union (ANCSU) ity education in Nagaland, might be compelled to conduct a summer bible camp for students at Longleng Town has appealed the state the union regretted that intervene with thousand New students of Dimapur Government College during the orientation programme on June 11. Christian School from June 16 to 19 and at Kangching Baptist government to address all its endeavour to pro- volunteers in support of Church from June 29 to 24 on the theme “The fear of the the issues of aggrieved mote quality education the aggrieved teachers if Dimapur, June 13 (EMN): academic and exam rules DGC core values of integ- Lord is the beginning of knowledge and wisdom” (Proverbs teachers on priority. has been hampered due the government fails to Dimapur Government Col- under the semester sys- rity, tolerance, respect for 1:7, 9:10). Informing this in a press release, NEI VBS director ANCSU, in a press to the prevailing situation address the issue. lege (DGC) has organised tem as well as briefed on diversity and service and H Hammei Büchemhü has requested all the parents/guardians an orientation programme matters such as students’ support among all mem- to send their children to the programme. It further informed for over 400 students discipline and welfare and bers. that there would be prizes for best discipline, merit students, admitted for its BA and the co/extra-curricular ac- Evoking the impressive best teacher etc. Fazl Ali College honours students B.Com courses on June 11. tivities available. list of DGC alumni in vari- NBFP observes foundation day Dimapur, June 13 (EMN): Fazl Ali College, Longkumer, has congratulated all the suc- Divided into four While welcoming the ous prominent positions, groups, four teams of se- new members of the ever- the freshers were urged to Nepali Baptist Fellowship Peducha (NBFP) has observed its Mokokchung, has organised a felicitation cessful students and in particular lauded 19th foundation day on June 10. Former pastor spoke on lected faculty guided the expanding DGC family, surpass their seniors and programme for the graduating students the two toppers namely Ms Sentirenla Ao ‘love,’ while Rana Chetri spoke on ‘unity of the church’ and 2018 was held in the college premises on (Mathematics honours) and Ms Sakure- freshers through a com- they were encouraged to predecessors academically also delivered brief testimony of the church. The word of June 11. pla C Longkumer (Geography honours) prehensive introduction to nurture and promote the and professionally. God basing on strong foundation of the church was shared The college’s principal, Ms S Arenla for bringing laurels to the college. by AGBCN executive secretary, Santabir Rai, from the book of 1st Corinthians 36:10. The programme was chair by pastor Tizit students appeal for new school building Rajesh Giri. Empowering farmers Dimapur, June 13 (EMN): Highlighting enough students. HYS to organise drawing contest on the deplorable condition of the lone The union further stated that the Hindu Yuva Sanga (HYS) has announced to organise the 5th Government Higher Secondary School department would be held responsible open drawing competition on June 17 at Ramjanaki Higher in Tizit town under Mon district, Tizit in the event the building collapse. It has Secondary School. The organisation informed that the drawing competition would conducted in five categories Area Students’ Union (TASU) has asked further warned to initiate its own course namely category 1 for Classes A and B, category 2 for Classes the government to construct the school of action to the extent of suspending I to III, category 3 for Classes IV to VI, category 4 for Classes building before the end of current aca- regular classes if the government fails VII to IX, and category 5 for Classes X and above. Interested demic session. to address the matter. persons are asked to contact its officials on phone nos. The union president, T Noklem TASU also reminded the concerned 9774745422, 8787487653, and 7005576082. Konyak, and the general secretary, department about the shortage of Phoanei Konyak, stated that the present teachers particularly in the science Leadership training in Atoizu town GHSS Tizit, which was upgraded in and maths department. The union has Kipi Qomi Welfare Society (KQWS), a non-profitable NGO the year 2011, is still functioning in an asked the department to immediately based in Dimapur and with its branch office in Zunheboto, old and worn out girls hostel build- appoint the above mentioned teachers. has announced to organise a leadership development ing constructed in the year 1981. The Meanwhile, TASU has appreciated training programme for minority women (non-residential) in union expressed apprehension that GHSS Tizit for producing good results Atoizu town on June 16 at 9 am at jubilee hall. The training programme will be graced by Dr. Obed Zhimomi, medical Department of veterinary and animal husbandry has distributed pre-mixed feed for pigs and other the school building has become risky in the last HSSLC results with 94.82 pass for the students as it is on the verge of percent and the Eklavya Model Residen- officer, PHC Atoizu, as the resource person. The programme materials to Tuophema villagers under RKVY (2017-18). Seen in the picture are deputy veterinary is sponsored by the ministry of minority affairs, Government officer, Kohima, and Dr. Joseph M Angami with the village leaders and beneficiaries. collapsing. Besides, it stated that the tial School Tizit for producing cent per- building also could not accommodate cent result in the HSLC examinations. of India, New Delhi. Governor urges to donate blood Dimapur, June 13 (EMN): Nagaland governor, PB Ach- Assam Rifles undertake civic action programmes arya, has called upon the people of Nagaland to thank Dimapur, June 13 (EMN): voluntary blood donors for their life saving gift of blood. Phek battalion of the As- In his message to the people of Nagaland on the sam Rifles has organised a occasion of World Blood Donor Day (WBDD), Acharya workshop on career guid- said, “We don’t just need to give blood in the event of ance at Phek Government tragedies or emergencies. Instead, it should be a normal College on June 2. and routine part of our lives.” Commandant of 22 In an updates from the Raj Bhavan, Acharya stated Assam Rifles was one of that every year June 14 was observed as WBDD so as to the guest speakers, while raise awareness on the need to donate blood regularly the other speakers includ- in order that quality, safety, and availability of blood for ed Shanavas C, deputy patients were ensured. Acharya also urged the university commissioner, Phek; Dr. students, NGOs, civil organisations, Scout and Guides, Naieem Mustafa, super- etc. to organise blood donation camps on different oc- intendent of police, Phek; casions. “It is a healthy gesture. We must keep this apti- and Gideon L Sumi, district tude up at any cost. Our blood banks are running short employment officer, Phek. Students participating in the drawing competition on the theme ‘Say no to drug’ Commandant of 22 Assam Rifles speaking at the workshop on career guidance at Phek of required blood. By organising such blood donation The commandant organised by the Assam Rifles on June 7 Government College on June 2. camps, we may help them to enrich their capacity and educated the students on save precious human lives,” he added. various entries schemes to Thetsumi, and Govern- tation, employment and for the nearby villages. inaugurated a 20,000 litres and ten teachers including The governor further urged the citizens to come join armed forces. He elab- ment Higher Secondary skill development were Assam Rifles urged the vil- water reservoir at Aoy- the principal of Govern- forward and donate blood as it was one of the most sig- orated upon the entries School, Chiechama. The discussed during the lagers to approach for any imti village on June 9. The ment Higher Secondary nificant contributions that human could give towards schemes like 10+2 techni- aim of the competition meeting. Assam Rifles has assistance. project included four over School, Chukitong, at- the society. cal entry scheme, 10+2 was to inculcate competi- assured the GBs of all pos- A total of 22 Gaon Bu- head water tanks of 5000 tended the event. entry to National Defence tive spirit and bring out sible support in their fu- rahs participated in the litre each which would The Phek battalion Academy, post graduation hidden talents among the ture endeavours. interaction programme. supply water to Aoyimti of the Assam Rifles also entry scheme, NCC special students and to spread In a related pro- In a separate pro- village. The inauguration conducted an interaction NBS to hold felicitation prog. entry scheme, technical awareness about ill effects gramme, Medziphema gramme, Tuensang battal- ceremony was attended by with the VCCs of Avangkhu Dimapur, June 13 (EMN): Nagaland Bhojpuri Samaj graduate course and uni- of drugs menace on indi- battalion of the Assam ion of the Assam Rifles has 50 villagers. on June 8. They have dis- (NBS) has announced to organise its 8th felicitation pro- versity entry scheme. He viduals and the society. Rifles has organised an in- organised an interaction Meanwhile, Wokha cussed on pre-recruitment gramme for the successful students of HSLC & HSSLC also emphasised on serv- A total of 85 students teraction programme with with village GBs of Chang- battalion of the Assam training for the youths, 2018, post graduate and degree from the community ice benefits, life at acad- from Classes VIII to XII Gaon Burahs and chair- langsho in Tuensang dis- Rifles has organised an friendship tournaments, on June 24 at 2 pm at Holy Cross auditorium, Dimapur. emy, professional growth participated in the compe- men of nearby villages on trict on June 8. awareness lecture on medical aid camp, MCA According to the publicity committee, renowned of an officer and various tition. Prizes were distrib- June 12. The aim of the event HIV/AIDS at Government projects and career coun- mathematician, Anand Kumar of Super 30 fame, would adventures activities in the uted based on the concept The event was organ- was to promote better co- Higher Secondary School, selling for children. the chief guest. All Bhojpuria students of post graduate/ armed forces. A total of 247 and ideas depicted by the ised with a view to in- ordination and strengthen Chukitong, on June 7. The interaction also degree and higher secondary with 75% and above and students and 38 teachers students through their teract with village heads relationship with the vil- The lecture was con- included central govern- high school student passed with 80% and above are eli- attended the said work- drawings. and understand the is- lage administration. Dur- ducted to create public ment schemes, civil ad- gible. They are requested to submit the forms along with shop at the college. The same battalion sues concerning the civil ing the meeting, issues awareness about HIV/ ministration projects and one passport size colour photo, self-attested photocopy Chieswema battalion has conducted an interac- populace of the villages. related to development, AIDS epidemic and edu- importance of maintain- of the mark sheet and admit card at Gupta Fashion, of the Assam Rifles has tion with village GBs and It also aimed at providing health and employment cate the youth about pre- ing peace, tranquillity, and Durga Mandir; Reconnect Plaza, MP Road; Zoom Xerox, organised a drawing com- village council members opportunity to engage were discussed. Altogether ventive measures. The overall development of near commissioner of police office; and Uma Xerox, petition on the theme ‘Say of Chiephobozou, Chie- more closely with Assam 30 villagers including GBs programme concluded Avankghu town and near- Circular Road, Dimapur. no to drugs’ on June 7. chama and Model village Rifles. The discussion was attended the meeting. with refreshments and by villages. It further informed that only Bhojpuria students from The event was organ- under Chiephobozou sub- focused on the health, In yet another pro- informal interaction with A total of eight village UP, Bihar and Jharkhand, residing in Nagaland would be ised in collaboration with division on May 31. employment, education gramme, Dimapur battal- the villagers. council members attend- eligible. They are asked to submit the forms on June 20. Government High School, Issue on health, sani- and development projects ion of the Assam Rifles has A total of 68 students ed the event. Eastern Mirror | Dimapur, Thursday, June 14, 2018

C M Y K STATE 3 Tsarü Baptist Church celebrates ‘Young leaders must learn to think exponentially’ and social change, young leaders of 100 years of Christianity today must learn to think exponentially. Ruangmei who was the resource Dimapur, June 13 (EMN): greetings while opening person for the seminar organised by The Tsarü Baptist Church act was perform by New the Education department of Sakus of Sangtam, community Tsarü village. Mission College spoke on topics ‘expo- has celebrated 100 years Rev. Dr. Takatemjen, nential transformation of humanity’ of Christianity faith at great grandson of Pan- and ‘thriving leaders in an exponential Tsarü village, with the geryangla from Aonokpu world.’ The programme was conducted executive secretary of whose ministry resulted on June 13 at the college auditorium. A USBLA, Rev. C Lima and in reaching the gospel press release received from the college ordained ministers, MLA to Tsarü, challenged the on Wednesday informed. Müthingnyüba Sangtam community to live in For leaders, he said to thrive in and district administra- deeds not in years, and a constantly changing world and to tion in attendance. A to retrospect one’s con- make the best use of technologies, they press release received on tribution to the com- Johnny Ruangmei speaking during the seminar at need to replace old thinking with a new Sakus Mission College in Dimapur. Wednesday munity. framework which he called it as “expo- Sp e a k i n g o n t h e Principal OTC Yangli, Dimapur, June 13 (EMN): Johnny Ru- nential leadership.’’ topic “Jesus the light of Chumpongse Sangtam angmei Futurist, OSD of Nagaland State The resource person further said the community,” Rev. C spoke on “Jesus the light Disaster Management Authority said that leaders, entrepreneurs and parents Lima urged the believ- of the Family.” He said with the present world being shaped by have a huge responsibility to inspire and ers to live as ‘matured darkness signifies back- the fast moving technologies, digitiza- guide the transformation of humanity Christians,’ be agents of wardness, exposes the tion, and globalisation; demographic ‘on and off the earth.’ change and continue to weaknesses of the family. provide selfless service Rev. C Lima inaugurating the programme marking 100 years anniversary of Christianity, at Tsaru village on June 13. We should let go off for the greater cause and our past glory and start be the light to the neigh- the event, candles were brought the gospel to the Thripongse and Pastor afresh with Christ which bouring communities. lighted by the grand chil- sangtam community. Chuchuyimlang Baptist is the only source of NPSC bids farewell to retiring chairman C o m m e m o r a t i n g dren of the pioneers who Head Barrick Tsarü, Arogo T Lima extended light,” he said. Dimapur, June 13 (EMN): The Nagaland Public Service Commission Teachers’ hunger (NPSC) bade farewell to Pangnyu Phom calls on Union minister its retiring chairman A strike: Senior Yanang Konyak at a sol- Dimapur, June 13 (EMN): emn function held at Ho- Minister for Health & citizens express tel Japfu in Kohima. Family Welfare S Pangnyu Konyak is stated to Phom called on the union concern have joined the commis- minister for State Inde- Dimapur, June 13 (EMN): sion as a member on Feb. pendent Charge for Ay- The Nagaland Senior Cit- 1 2012 and later on was ush, Shripad Yesso Naik izens’ Association (NSCA) appointed as the chair- in Delhi on June 13. has expressed concern man of the commission A Yanang Konyak delivering a speech during the event. According to update at the ongoing hunger on Feb. 1 2015 and con- received from PRO Na- strike by All Nagaland tinued to hold the office holding the principles of ever, he encouraged the galand House Delhi on SSA Teachers’ Association till he retired on June 13 fairness, confidentiality members and staff of the Wednesday, during the (ANSSATA) at the Na- 2018. and integrity. During his commission not to be meeting Phom has ap- galand Civil Secretariat The function was also tenure as chairman, the discouraged with nega- prised the union minister premises in Kohima, de- held jointly for the office departmental promo- tive criticism but contin- on the various activities manding their pay and peon Sukhoi Khiamniun- tion committee meetings ue to work earnestly with and Ayush schemes im- service related issues. gan, who retired on May were held regularly there- integrity and dedication plementing in the state. Stating that the de- 31 after serving in the by stagnation in various in the interest for better The minister also re- mands of the SSA teach- Commission for 34 years. departments has been tomorrow. quested the union min- ers are genuine, the sen- A press release received streamlined consider- The farewell function ister for Ayush hospitals ior citizens urged the from the NPSC office on ably. was chaired by Khrupi Wednesday informed. The retiring chairman Sothu, secretary of the in all the district of Na- S Pangnyu Phom and officials from Nagaland with Shripad Yesso Naik in Delhi. authority concerned that galand, medicinal plants their demands be metic- The NPSC said Kon- in his farewell speech commission while the and herbal garden, a ion minister has assured have assured to consider accompanied by com- ulously considered in the yak was known for his pointed out that the com- invocation prayer was separate directorate for to set up Ayush hospital the request for setting up missioner-secretary Hi- interest of the aggrieved humbleness and pa- mission has never been pronounced by a mem- Ayush department at the and medicinal plants and the directorate office for mato and nodal officer teachers and also for the tience. He has put in his appreciated for conduct- ber Idailung Thou. Short earliest. herbal garden in phase Ayush soon. in-charge for Ayush Mis- welfare of the students in endeavour to be candi- ing its structured exami- speeches were delivered In response, the un- manner. He also said to The minister was sion, Dr. John. particular. date friendly while up- nations regularly. How- by officers and staff. Horti. advisor inspects project sites in Mkg Lotha Eloe Hoho conducts general conference Our Correspondent Wokha, June 13(EMN): The Lotha Eloe Hoho has conducted its 7th gen- eral conference on June 12 and 13 at Tiyi hall in Wokha under the theme “Be fearless, influence, innovate and inspire.” A women leader from Kohi- ma Lotha Baptist Church, Nyanchumi Kithan was Mhathung Yanthan interacting with farmers at Longkhum village in Mokokchung. the speaker of the first Dimapur, June 13 (EMN): Advisor for development of the project. day session. Horticulture Mhathung Yanthan visited Expressing satisfaction towards the On the second day, Departing and newly instated office bearers of the Lotha Eloe Hoho pose for the lens after the conference. vegetable village, Longkhum June 13. farmers, Yanthan encouraged them to special address and The two day event was On the concluding newly elected team will Kithan as general secre- According to the department, the keep up their hardworking attitude and greetings were delivered attended by more than session, the installation be headed Zuchobeni tary, Thungchano Kikon project at Longkhum village was started also assured to extend all possible help by Mhalo Humtsoe, NCS 600 delegates. Cultural of new office bearers Ezung as president, as finance secretary and in 2006 which falls under Ritu Vegetable from his end. Earlier during the day he and Deputy Commis- songs were presented by was dedicated by Rev. Orenboni Jami as vice Ashumi Kikon as the project Longkhum and is a multi-cropping also paid a visit to the Centre of Excellence sioner Wokha Dr. Jeelani different units. Tsopemo Ngullie. The president, Lorenbeni treasure. project which is being managed by eighty (COE) Farm at Yisemyong. Manazir Samoon in line. five registered families under the project. On June 12, the advisor visited Long- The advisor after inspecting the nak Canning Factory, Progeny Orchard project had interactions with farmers Farm (NEC) and Longnak and Tuli Hi-tech where the policies of the department as Vegetables Setting unit at Tuli, which is be- well as the problems of the farmers were ing developed by the department. discussed. The legislator was accompanied by During the meeting farmers submit- secretary horticulture, department direc- ted a representation to the department tor, deputy director, and other officials seeking the urgent requirement for the from the district. Youth advisor donates electronics to villagers to witness World Cup

Zale Neikha and village leaders pose with the donated electronic items, at Viswema Panchayat hall. Kohima, June 13 (EMN): function held in Viswema matches and the final live Advisor for Youth Resourc- village panchayat hall. on giant screens at Kohima es and Sports Zale Neikha The legislator said that (Khuochiezie Ground), Di- on June 13 distributed a set he was contributing the fa- mapur (MDSC Badminton each of projector, screen, cility from his own side and Stadium), Mokokchung inverter with battery and hoped that the villagers (Imkongmeren Sports Tata Sky DTH set to seven would witness the World Complex) and Mon (Town villages in order to enable Cup 2018 along with the Hall). Necessary arrange- the local fans to watch the rest of the world and also ments are being carried out FIFA World Cup 2018 live, learn football skills. in this regard, he said. starting from June 14. Meanwhile, Neikha Before live-streaming Youth organisations informed that the State of the World Cup 2018 of the seven villages- Sa- Level Committee for Com- opening ceremony, a brief khabama, Kezo Town, Kezo memoration of the 100th programme will take place Basa, Kezoma, Kidima, Birth Anniversary of legen- at 6 pm on June 14, high- Khuzama and Viswema dary Naga footballer Dr. T lighting the life sketch of under the 15th Southern Ao has decided to telecast Dr. T. Ao through docu- Angami –11 AC received the World Cup 2018 open- mentary film, it was in- said items at a distribution ing ceremony, semi-final formed. DP-436 EastErn Mirror | Dimapur, Thursday, June 14, 2018 4 REGION North Eastern Council to come under KA lynching: Ulfa delegation holds peace meeting with various orgs. direct control of Home Ministry Our Correspondent and to respect one another.’ Gogoi also Diphu, June 13 (EMN): A delegation of the said that everyone has the right to visit New Delhi, June 13 (IANS): The Council. The DoNER Minister for the North Eastern region,” the Council will now also per- United Liberation Front of Atom (Ulfa) any place either for study or for various Union Cabinet on Wednesday will be the Vice Chairman,” Rail- Goyal said. form the tasks undertaken by the pro-talk came to Diphu to get the latest other services so mutual understanding is decided to bring the North East- way Minister Piyush Goyal, who He added the North Eastern various zonal councils to discuss update on the situation in the aftermath important for everyone. ern Council under the direct also holds the temporary charge region was among the gov- such inter-state issues as drug of the June 8 incident, where two youths There are lots of indigenous commu- control of the Home Ministry. of Finance Ministry, told report- ernment’s top-most priorities trafficking, smuggling of arms of Guwahati who had come to visit a pic- nities in Assam, we have to live in peace. The council, which is the ers here after the Cabinet meet- and it wanted to see the coun- and ammunition and boundary nic spot in Kangthilangso water fall were Also, he urged upon the law and order nodal agency for the economic ing chaired by Prime Minister cil emerge as a “very effective disputes, said an official state- lynched by mob at Panjuri Kachari goan department to give an awareness program and social development of the Narendra Modi. body”. ment issued later. building up mistrust among various tribes in every corner of the state so that such North Eastern region, was till The new arrangement would The North Eastern Council, “The Council shall, from and communities of the state. rumour may not occur in the near future now chared by the Develop- provide a forum for discussing which has Governors and Chief time to time, review the imple- The delegation was received by Hills among the people. ‘A criminal has no ment Of North Eastern Region inter-state matters more com- Ministers of all eight northeast- mentation of the projects and Tribal League (HTL) and various social caste/religion/creed, a criminal is a crimi- (DoNER) Minister. prehensively, he said. ern states as its members, imple- schemes... recommend effec- organisations followed by a peace meet- nal,’ said Gogoi while citing that a criminal “The Cabinet decided that “This repositioning will help ments various projects through tive measures for coordination ing at KSA-Inglongpho, central executive who creates problems in the region should now Home Minister will be the the North Eastern Council to state and Central agencies. among the state governments for committee office, Rongthe-ang, in DIphu be punished. ex-officio chairperson of the become a more effective body Under the new arrangement, these projects,” it added. on June 13 Wednesday. Other leaders from various organisa- ULFA Pro-talk, Vice chairman, Pradip tions also spoke during the peace meeting. Gogoi said that everywere and every place During the peace meeting, resolutions there is a good and bad people concern- were also adopted condemning the mob Mizoram govt. disburses ing to the recent incident at Kachari goan, lynching incident while all the organisa- Mobile internet restored Kangthilangso blaming to one particular tions and members present jointly ap- community is not good at all. pealed all sections of the people of Karbi Gogoi said, ‘in Assam we have to main- Anglong and Assam to maintain peace and in Shillong after 13 days money to HPC(D) cadres tain peace and mutual understanding communal harmony. Shillong, June 13 (IANS): Internet serv- area on May 31 night forcing the district Aizawl, June 13 (PTI): The the Mizoram government ices on mobile telephones was restored administration to impose curfew and Mizoram government to- and the Hmar outfit on on Wednesday in the Meghalaya capital as other restrictions in 13-tension hit areas day disbursed Rs 2.80 lakh April two. Mizoram government to bring normalcy returned, an official said. of the city. The clash erupted following each to 114 members of Lalzirliana appealed Meanwhile, curfew will be relaxed violence involving members of the Punjabi the erstwhile underground to the HPC (D) leadership for 15 hours - from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. on and indigenous Khasi communities at Hmar People’s Convention and the cadres to coop- resolution against Citizenship Bill Thursday in in 13-tension hit areas of the Sweepers Lane, known to locals as Them (Democratic) making the erate with the state gov- Aizawl, June 13 (PTI): The Mizoram gov- objection to the Bill, he said. city, while night curfew in the Shillong ag- Metor, in Shillong’s commercial area near total rehabilitation package ernment in maintaining ernment has decided to introduce a reso- The government, all political parties, glomeration will be relaxed from 10 p.m. to Iewduh, one of the busiest markets in the to Rs three lakh. peace and tranquillity in lution in the state legislature objecting to including the state BJP unit, and the 5 a.m. Internet services have been restored northeastern states. State Home Minister the state. the Citizenship Amendment Bill, 2016, an NGOs opposed the Bill saying if legislated, in Khasi-Jaintia Hill region in eastern On the other hand, authorities have R Lalzirliana, who handed The HPC(D) cadres laid official said today. the amendment will legalise thousands of Meghalaya as normalcy returned in the temporarily suspended internet services over the money to the HPC down arms in a ceremony The council of ministers made the Buddhists (Chakmas) who have illegally violence-hit areas of Shillong city, said Ad- on mobile telephones in Garo Hills region (D) cadres, said that the held on April 13 at the Cen- unanimous decision last evening in a entered the state from Bangladesh. ditional Chief Secretary, Home, M.S.Rao. after a report from Director General of Po- state government would tral Training Institute at cabinet meeting where Chief Minister The cabinet also approved the Sinlung The services had been suspended from lice S.B. Singh warning that a serious law fulfil all the provisions of Sesawng near Aizawl when Lal Thanhawla said that Union Home Hills Council Bill, 2018 and decided to June 1 following a violent clash between and order situation has again arisen there the memorandum of set- Rs 20,000 were disbursed to Minister Rajnath Singh had been earlier convene a special session of the Assembly police and a mob in the city’s Motphran causing a potential threat to public safety. tlement signed between each cadre. informed by the state government of its on June 27 to pass a legislation, he said. Monsoon covers most of Northeast, creates havoc in Tripura, Mizoram Agartala/Guwahati/Aizawl, June 13 “Hundreds of families were evacuated (IANS): The Southwest Monsoon has from the flood-hit areas. Many inhabited already covered most parts of northeast areas, houses, paddy fields, roads and low- Manipur: Heavy rain triggers flood and landslide India while the floods caused due to heavy lying areas were inundated. rains are creating havoc in Tripura and Mi- “Normal life was badly affected in Our Correspondent which forced to suspend zoram, officials said on Wednesday. Aizawl and various other parts of Mizoram Imphal, June 13 (EMN): the normal vehicular At least four people were killed in dif- due to torrential rains. Many electric poles Incessant rain has caused movement, sources said. ferent places of Tripura as the flood waters and trees were uprooted affecting supply havoc in the last three days Unlike last year, there inundated many villages, homes, and of electricity.” including flood and land- is no report of flood in hill paddy fields besides low-lying areas. Wa- “The main road to Lengpui Aiport has slide at many places in districts including Sena- ters of many rivers of Tripura are flowing been blocked by mudslides even as the Manipur. pati and Churachandpur over the danger levels. clearance work is going on. Various au- The state government in particular. ‘However the Landslides have occurred in many thorities of the government are working in declared holiday for all gov- Senapati river which cur- places of Tripura and Mizoram affecting full swing to bring normalcy in the state,” ernment establishments rently flows above the dan- movement of traffic. the statement said. excepting the police, fire ger level will create havoc, if Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Last week, 10 people were killed and services, water resources, the rain continues tonight,’ Deb, who made an aerial survey in the four others, including minor children, health, revenue, works, said a resident of Senapati, worst-affected parts in the north of the injured during a landslide at Lunglawn in public health engineering a hill town, 60 km north of state and reviewed the latest situation aris- the state’s Lunglei district. departments, municipality, Imphal. ing due to the heavy downpour, urged the India Meteorological Department and deputy commissioner On Tuesday, the state people residing in low-lying areas to move officials in Guwahati and Agartala said offices on June 13 Wednes- relief and disaster man- to safer places or relief camps. that the Southwest Monsoon has already day on account of ‘sudden agement department had According to an official of the Tripura covered most of the northeastern states, flood.’ While the educa- appealed to the district Disaster Management Control Centre, but private weather forecaster Skymet said tion department declared authorities “to take up pre- at least four people, including two aged it has covered mainly the eastern half of holiday for all government cautionary measures as men and a teenager, died across Tripura the region whereas the western part still and private educational there is possibility of flood awaits its arrival. institutions on account of and landslide due to inces- due to landslides, falling trees or fishing in PTI flooded rivers. He said that till Wednesday According to Skymet, normally mon- ‘grim flood situation,’ for People walk through flood waters after heavy rains, in Imphal on Wednesday, June 13, 2018. sant rain,” as authorities afternoon, over 15,000 people of 6,500 soon covers the entire stretch of northeast the next two days. predicted heavy rain at few families took shelter in around 200 relief India during the first week of June. But, The situation has eas in Imphal East districts Hundreds of localities While the valley is reel- places till June 15. camps mostly in northern Tripura. this year, despite making an on-time ar- worsened after the Imphal including VIP colonies. in Imphal East, Imphal ing under flash flood, land- Local bodies in associa- “We have kept ready a Pawan Hans rival, the pace of the southwest monsoon - river and Kongba river- Besides, important gov- West, Bishnupur, and slide on Imphal–Jiribam tion with district authori- helicopter and sent requisition to the In- which advances over northeast India takes banks were breached at ernment offices including Thoubal districts faced highway cut off road con- ties have opened more than dian Air Force (IAF) to provide two more place by two ways: due to the monsoon New Checkon and Kongba the All India Radio Imphal flash flood after several nectivity between the state 20 relief camps in Imphal copters to rescue marooned people and surge driving along the Bay of Bengal; and Uchekon areas in Imphal which had to be suspended rivers including Imphal, capital and three district West and Imphal East dis- to provide relief to the affected families if under the influence of any weather system East district. temporarily following the Nambul, Nambol, Thou- headquarters namely: tricts. The state power sup- necessary,” the official said. developing in the Bay of Bengal - is slow. Yaiskul and Wangkhei flood. bal, and Maklang over- Noney, Tamenglong, and ply agency, Manipur State A Mizoram government release said “Northeast India is one of the rainiest constituencies suffered Residents of Thongju flowed at many places Jiribam. Power Distribution Com- that heavy rainfall with intermittent pockets of the country. During the South- the impact of flood when and Kshetrigao constituen- while many of them va- Around 200 feet of the pany Limited, also issued squalls continues to batter the entire state west Monsoon season and almost 30 per Imphal river breached a 40 cies also faced similar fate cated their houses after national highway 37 be- three helpline numbers since Sunday night, wreaking havoc and cent of the seasonal rainfall is contributed feet length in the riverbank as Kongba river breached flood water entered their tween Sinam and Laijang (7640081232, 7640081235, causing large scale damage to public in- by this region. However, as of now, until during the early hours on near Kongba (Uchekon) homes. The rain and flash villages in the Imphal– and 7640081238) for lodg- frastructure and private property in many June 10, northeast India is rainfall deficient Wednesday. It also sub- Lai Moriba in Imphal East floods also destroyed crops Jiribam sector broke off ing complaints considering parts of the state. by 49 per cent,” it said. merged large residential ar- district. in many places. on Wednesday morning the current flood situation.

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COURSE ADMISSION NOTICE 2018 - 20 More condole with Rutsa’s family NORTH EAST INSTITUTE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES & RESEARCH (NEISSR) Dimapur, June 13 (EMN): lift of the society. He la- scribed Rutsa as a remark- NEN: North East Network Xavier has left behind Affiliated to: Nagaland University Managed by: Diocese of Kohima In the aftermath of Xavier mented that the vacuum able man with passion for has described Rutsa as many a valuable contri- Rutsa’s demise on June 11 created by his demise journalism, sports, and a dear friend and a sup- bution, which will ever at his residence in Kohi- would be difficult filled social and political issues porter to them whom be remembered by all.” It ma, several organisations and added that his un- of the state. It mourned they have always counted stated that his demise was and individuals have con- timely demise was a loss that in his demise it has on. NEN lamented that it not only a loss to his fam- veyed their condolences to the media fraternity of lost a confidante; sincere has loss of a man of virtue ily, but also to the media to the bereaved family. Nagaland. and hard working jour- who truly believes in so- fraternity and the Nagas Rutsa was a senior jour- Liezietsu has further nalist.” cial justice. as a whole. nalist who was working as conveyed condolences to The foundation NEN stated that it re- Nagaland Page has a correspondent in Times his family members, the prayed that God may main in solidarity and conveyed heartfelt con- of India and was also the media fraternity of Na- grant strength and much- extended condolence to dolences to the bereaved president of Kohima Press galand, and pray to the needed peace to the be- the departed soul and the family and pray to Al- Club. Individuals and Almighty to grant solace reaved family, friends, bereaved family. mighty God to grant them COURSES OFFERED: Master of Social Work (MSW) in Youth Development (YD), Peace organisations poured in and comfort to all his near and the media fraternity Nagaland Page: Naga- solace and strength to & Conflict Transformation Studies (PCTS), Community Development (CD). ELIGIBILITY: their sorrows from vari- and dear ones.” at their difficult moment. land Page stated that bear the loss. Graduation in any stream (50 % marks for General and 45 % for ST/SC candidates). ous corners to pay hom- Y Patton: Deputy chief Application forms are available at NEISSR, P.B. No. 03, Bishop’s House, Circular Road, age to the departed soul. minister, Yanthungo Pat- Dimapur, Nagaland, India—797112 and Catholic Publication Centre (CPC), Kohima and Governor: Governor, PB ton, has lamented that St. Joseph College, Jakhama from 8.30 am to 4.30 pm. Contact Nos. : 03862-233435, Acharya, while mourn- Nagaland has lost a true 03862—237305, +91-9862790377, +91-9426260435. Website: www.neissr.com. Email: ing the demise of Xavier son of the soil by the pass- [email protected] Rutsa, described him as ing of Rutsa on June 11. “His contribution to the th a fine gentleman, a sensi- The Entrance Exam is scheduled to be held on 16 June 2018 D-5537 tive journalist, a generous Naga society as a journal- friend, and a thoughtful ist was immense. He was writer. He lamented that a man of integrity of the GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND Nagaland has lost a re- Nagas,” he stated. OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR GENERAL OF POLICE fined journalist today. He Patton has further NAGALAND :: KOHIMA however stated that his conveyed condolences to legacy will continue to the family members and PHQ(C-1 )2/90(Pt)/749 Dated Kma, the 13th June 18 inspire the budding jour- the media fraternity of nalists as he was a mentor Nagaland and also prayed NOTIFICATION to young journalists and a that God grant solace and In continuation to this office advertisement of even No.PHQ(C-1)2/90(Pt) dated fountain of wisdom to his comfort to his near and 8th June' 18 for the post of LDA-Cum-Computer Assistant under Police Department, colleagues. dear ones. the syllabus for the Preliminary examination are as follows: Governor has con- Temjen Toy: State chief veyed condolence to the secretary, Temjen Toy, has 1. General Awareness bereaved family mem- mourned the untimely 2. General English bers, the media fraternity demise of Xavier Rutsa. In 3. General Analytical Ability and those closely associ- Toy’s words, “Xavier was 4. Current Affairs ated with him and prayed one senior journalist who 5. Knowledge on Information Technology. to the Almighty to give always had his ears to strength to his relatives the ground. His political Candidates are advised to bring Black Ball Point Pen to the Examination Hall to withstand the sudden analysis was phenomenal on the day of Examination as the candidates shall be required to fill the Answer demise. and earned him respect Sheets and Attendance Lists with Black Ball Point Pen only. Questions will be CM: Chief minister, from colleagues. His quiet MCQ or short Answer type only. Neiphiu Rio, has con- demeanor, politeness and veyed sadness on the de- unobtrusive nature while Electronic Gadgets like Cellular/Mobile Phones, any other devices for mise of Xavier Rutsa. In displaying his brand of communication, laptop, Bluetooth Device, and calculator are banned inside the a press release from the humour made him popu- Examination Hall. Any infringement of these instructions shall entail disciplinary chief minister’s office, lar among all those who KG-2574 action against the candidate concerned including debarment from future Rio said Rutsa used to re- were privileged to know Examinations/Selection. port extensively on local him.” sporting events and also NDPP: Nationalist Demo- Valuable/costly items and bags are also not allowed inside the Examination dedicated his free time cratic Progressive Party RAINBOW COACHING CENTRE Venue. towards various social (NDPP) has described Admission Centre: Duncan Basti, Dimapur 797112 activities. He found Rutsa Rutsa as a journalist who Any attempt to commit MALPRACTICE or misconduct in the Examination Hall to be sincerely commit- was actively associated Coaching Centre & Hostel behind will lead to disqualification of the candidate and will be severely penalized. ted towards social causes with the media. Admission going on DC office. Peaceful Environment and always positive in his The NDPP has con- and well secured. Hostel seats are No further Notification will be issued hereafter. approach towards public veyed condolence to Class 10 and 12 (Arts) Repeaters also available for Regular students Sd/- concerns. the bereaved family and (RUPIN SHARMA)IPS Rio lamented that in pray that God grant them Regular classes from Mon to Fri. by Qualified and Experienced faculty Director General of Police his demise, the people of strength and solace to  Weekly & monthly class test. Peaceful Environment, parental guidance Nagaland, Kohima. Nagaland have lost a tow- overcome the loss. KG-2575 ering media personality, a BJP: Bharatiya Janata Hostel Available for both boys & girls (Separately) good friend and a simple, Party (BJP) has described For details Contact: (M) 9862700227/ 9856857778. (0) 03862-248524 GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND humble human being. Rutsa as a dedicated pro- D-5535 DIRECTORATE OF SCHOOL EDUCATION Rio has conveyed heart- fessional and role model felt condolences to all for youngsters. It added NAGALAND :: KOHIMA GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND members of the bereaved that his contributions for NO.ED/HT/GHI-DMA/2012-13/ Dated, Kohima the th June’2018. family, the media frater- the society especially to DIRECTORATE OF EMPLOYMENT, SKILL DEVELOPMENT & ENTREPRENEURSHIP nity, and to all those who the party men and wom- NAGALAND: KOHIMA A D V E R T I S E M E N T Dated Kohima, the th June’2018. knew him. en would be remembered Application in prescribed format are invited from bonafide candidates for undergoing TR Zeliang: Leader of the by all. NOTIFICATION 2(two) years Praveen Course in Hindi at Government Hindi Institute Dimapur for the session opposition, TR Zeliang, BJP prayed to the Al- st 2018-19 as per Govt. approval NO.EDS/HINDI-39/TRG-1/2007 (Pt), Dated, 06-06-2018. has described Xavier mighty God to grant sol- NO.DET-7/20/2001 (Vol-V): The result of the 91 All India Trade Test (AITT) held in the Eligibility. Rutsa as a reliable and an ace to his near and dear month of February- March, 2018, at Government Industrial Training Institutes, Kohima, Mokokchung, 1. Candidate must be (10+2) P.U. Passed from any recognized Board ( preferably with & Wokha, is hereby declared and the Roll Numbers of successful Candidates are given below: - unbiased man who was ones in their hour of grief. Hindi as one of the subject or Kovid, Visharad, etc. ). guided by journalism eth- Nagaland Gorkha Asso- Govt. ITI Pattern NCVT/ Roll Numbers 2. Age should not be less than 18 (Eighteen) years and not more than 23 years as ics. ciation: Nagaland Gorkha SCVT on 01/07/18. Photo copies of Educational qualification should be enclosed along “I have known him as Association (NGA) has 1.Kohima Conventional SCVT Km- 01R1, 02R1, 04R1, 05R1, 06R1, 07R1, 08R1, 09R1, 10R1, 12PR1, with the application. 149R1, 150R1, 151R1, 152R1, 153R1, 154R1, 155R1. 3. HSLC, HSSLC Admit Card, Mark Sheet, Indigenous Certificate and Schedule Tribe a gentleman who likes to described Rutsa as a gen- ST keep things professional tleman without any in- 1 Semester NCVT 00170813000002, 00170813000003, 00170813000004, 00170813000005, Certificate should be enclosed. Regular 00170813000006, 00170813000007, 00170813000008, 00170813000009, 4. 3 (three) copies of passport size photographs should be submitted along with and delved only on per- hibitions. “He was a soft- 00170813000010, 00170813000011, 00170813000013, 00170813000014, original application form. tinent issues during our spoken, gentle and kind 00170813000015, 00170813000017, 00170813000018, 00170813000019, Application forms can be obtained from the office of the Directorate of School interactions. He was an person who endeared 00170813000020, 00170813000021, 00170813000023, 00170813000024, 00170813000028, 00170813000029, 00170813000030, 00170813000031, Education, Hindi Section during office hours from 15-06-2018 to 22-06-2018. epitome of a good jour- himself to anyone he 00170813000032, 00170813000033, 00170813000034, 00170813000037, The last date for submission of application form is 30-06-2018. Incomplete nalist and his untimely came into contact with,” 00170813000040, 00170813000041, 00170813000042, 00170813000043, 00170813000044, 00170813000045, 00170813000046, 00170813000047, application shall be rejected. demise is a great loss to NGA stated. 00170813000051, 00170813000052, 00170813000053, 00170813000054, Admit card will be issued to the eligible candidates from 06-07-2018 to 09-07- the media fraternity of The NGA has con- 00170813000059, 00170813000060, 00170813000061, 00170813000062, 2018, in which date, time and venue of the selection test shall be intimated. Nagaland,” Zeliang stat- veyed condolence to 00170813000065, 00170813000067, 00170813000068, 00170813000070, Sd/- ed. the bereaved family and 00170813000071, 00170813000072, 00170813000074, 00170813000076, 00170813000077, 00170813000078, 00170813000079, 00170813000080, WONTHUNGO TSOPOE Shürhozelie: President of pray that God give them 00170813000081, 00170813000083, 00170813000084, 00170813000085, Issued by DIPR DIRECTOR the Naga People’s Front strength at the tragic mo- 00170813000106. KG-2579 (NPF), Dr. Shürhozelie ment in their lives. 1ST Semester NCVT 00150813150887, 00160813000026, 00160813000029, 00160813000068, GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND Liezietsu, while mourn- JDU: JDU party has Repeater 00160813000073, 00160813000075, 00160813000078, 00160813000079, OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER 00160813000084, 00160813000093, 00160813000099, 00160813000100, KOHIMA ::: NAGALAND ing the demise of Rutsa, mourned that the un- 00160813000134, 00160813000140, 00160813000156 No. JUDL/SUCC/94/2018-IV Dated Kohima, the 11th June, 2018 has described him as an timely demise of Rutsa 2nd NCVT 00160813000024, 00160813000026, 00160813000028, 00160813000029, OBJECTION NOTICE honest and an upright was a irreplaceable loss to Semester 00160813000030, 00160813000031, 00160813000034, 00160813000037, Whereas Shri. KHRIESANEIZO DZÜVICHÜ Son of LATE. GUONEI-O the families, media frater- Repeater 00160813000043, 00160813000064, 00160813000068, 00160813000070, senior Journalist of deep DZÜVICHÜ, Pensioner resident of Phezoucha, New Sectt. Area, understanding with an nity, and the Naga society. 00160813000075, 00160813000077, 00160813000078, 00160813000079, 00160813000080, 00160813000084, 00160813000092, 00160813000093, Kohima has applied for issue of Succession Certificate under the Indian incisive edge in his writ- Kripa Foundation: Di- 00160813000099, 00160813000123, 00160813000125, 00160813000129, Succession Act 1925, Part X to draw/withdraw/operate/transfer his/her ings who had immensely rector and staff of Kripa 00160813000132, 00160813000134, 00160813000135, 00160813000140, Late Father- Pension PO No.111300775 of Treasury Kohima (North) Bank contributed for the up- Foundation have de- 00160813000141, 00160813000142, 00160813000146, 00160813000147, A/C No.36458393481 SBI Main Branch, Kohima & N.S.C.B. Kohima A/C 00160813000148, 00160813000149, 00160813000156, 00160813000161 No.148 High School Road Junction Branch. Who expired on 06.02.2018. 3rd Semester NCVT 00160813000047, 00160813000048, 00160813000049, 00160813000050, Now therefore, public are hereby asked to file claims/objection NAGALAND PROPERTIES Regular 00160813000051, 00160813000052, 00160813000053, 00160813000054, if any within 1 (one) month from the date of issue of this notice. Sd/-(T.L.KIUSUMONG TIKHIR) NAME CHANGE 00160813000055, 00160813000056, 00160813000057, 00160813000058, Additional Deputy Commissioner Land for Sale Kohima: Nagaland 00160813000059, 00160813000060, 00160813000062, 00160813000063, KG-2576 At NIHOTO, Next to I have change my old 00160813000064, 00160813000065, 00160813000066, 00160813000068, Naga United Village, Dimapur. name “Kakiho Awomi” to 00160813000070, 00160813000073, 00160813000077, 00160813000078, GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND 60 x 60 | 80 x 80 |100 x new name as “P. Kakiho 00160813000079, 00160813000080, 00160813000083, 00160813000085, OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER 00160813000086, 00160813000089, 00160813000090, 00160813000091, KOHIMA ::: NAGALAND 100 |120 x 120 Awomi” before the Notary Rs 120/- per sq. ft. 00160813000092, 00160813000093, 00160813000098, 00160813000099, No. JUDL/SUCC/94/2018-IV Dated Kohima, the 11th June 2018 Public, Government of 00160813000100, 00160813000102, 00160813000103, 00160813000105, OBJECTION NOTICE (Negotiable) Nagaland vide Affidavit 00160813000106, 00160813000109, 00160813000110, 00160813000115, 9612714131/9862445210 00160813000117, 00160813000118, 00160813000119 Whereas Kumari. PETEKHRIENUO EASTER D/o Late. Robert Regd. No.1038/2018, www.nagalandproperties. 4th Semester NCVT 00150813150833, 00150813150834, 00150813150838 Yanthan, Constable, resident of Upper Midland Colony, Kohima has com Dated: 13.6.2018. Repeater applied for issue of Succession Certificate under the Indian Succession D-5536 D-5539 2. Mokokchung 1ST Semester NCVT 00170813000092, 00170813000093, 00170813000094, 00170813000095, Act 1925, Part X to draw/withdraw/operate/transfer his/her Late Father- Regular 00170813000096, 00170813000097, 00170813000098, 00170813000099, Pension, GPF, GIS, Gratuity, Leave encashment & other Service Benefits IN THE COURT OF DEPUTY COMMISSIONER DIMAPUR DISTRICT 00170813000100, 00170813000103, 00170813000104, 00170813000108. entitled. Who expired on 24/10/2017. HEADQUARTER, CHUMUKEDIMA, CAMP: DIMAPUR: NAGALAND 1ST Semester NCVT 00160813000014 Now therefore, public are hereby asked to file claims/objection if Repeater Sd/-(T.L.KIUSUMONG TIKHIR) th any within 1 (one) month from the date of issue of this notice. Dt. Dimapur the 11 June 18 2nd Semester NCVT 00160813000001, 00160813000002, 00160813000003, 00160813000004, Additional Deputy Commissioner Kohima: Nagaland NOTICE Regular 00160813000005, 00160813000006, 00160813000007, 00160813000008, KG-2577 00160813000009, 00160813000010, 00160813000011, 00160813000013, No.M-163/18/1570-71 Notice is hereby given that Shri/Smti Salong 00160813000014, 00160813000018, 00160813000019, 00160813000020, GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND Temjen -Vrs- Yamongi Ngullie resident of Dimapur Town/Village in the 00160813000021. OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER District of Dimapur, Nagaland under Rule 50 & 51 of Assam Land Revenue 3.Wokha Conventional SCVT Wk- 26R1, 27R1, 36R1, 40R1, 43R1, 44R1, 45R1, 46R1, 48R1, 49R1, 50R1, KOHIMA ::: NAGALAND Regulation 1886 have applied for Mutation of land described in the schedule 51R1, 52R1, 57R1, 59R1. No. JUDL/SUCC/94/2018- IV Dated Kohima, the 11th June, 2018 below:- OBJECTION NOTICE Total appeared : 268 The undersigned under Rule 52 of the said Rules do hereby invites Total passed : 224 Whereas Smti. N.L. ALEMLA W/O LT. I. NOKSANG AO, claims/objections concerning to the said land, if any & should be submitted Passed % : 83.58 % Note: Pensioner resident of Forest Colony, Kohima has applied for issue of to this court in writing on or before 11/6/18. 1. Marksheet, etc, for passed candidates will be issued from respective Govt. Industrial Training Institutes, w.e.f 25th Succession Certificate under the Indian Succession Act 1925, Part X SCHEDULED OF LAND AND BOUNDARY June, 2018 to draw/withdraw/operate/transfer his/her Late husband-Pension Name of Patta Holder: Salong Temjen 2. NCVT exam for failed candidates will start from 24th July, 2018. Therefore candidates are requested to contact the given number- 9612796738 on or before 15th June, 2018 for filling up the exam forms. P.O. No. 111403892 of Treasury, Kohima (South). Who expired on Village/Block No: Puranabazar, Patta No: 1657 th 3. Failed candidates under SCVT trades are informed to fill up the forms on or before 30 June, 2018. 17.04.2018. Dag No: 49/438,211/2293, Area: 00-02-02 4. For detail information candidates may contact their respective Govt.ITIs. Now therefore, public are hereby asked to file claims/objection Sd/- (Y.VANDANSHAN LOTHA) Deputy Commissioner Director if any within 1 (one) month from the date of issue of this notice. Sd/-(T.L.KIUSUMONG TIKHIR) Additional Deputy Commissioner D-5538 Dimapur: Nagaland KG-2573 Issued by DIPR KG-2578 Kohima: Nagaland 6 Growing Love for Organic Skincare in India

national players”. EastErn Mirror Kishori Sud | IANS However, Agarwal pointed out that the concept of us- DIMAPUR, THURSDAY, JUNE 14, 2018 rganic and vegan ing organic products is “age- products are the old and is very popular in the new must-haves that West”. beauty conscious “They have long lasting Outsiders and Insiders Opeople and skincare lovers are results and act as a great skin he concept of bringing in talents and subject rooting for. While some brands food too. In India, the organic matter experts especially private professionals have been able to spot and beauty industry is growing and into the bureaucracy at the Centre is a move bank on the gaping gap in the is at a nascent phase. It is said in the right direction. The Central government variety available, consumers that skincare products are like hasT recently offered 10 such posts for lateral entry into are becoming more receptive skin food, which absorbs both its system who will be appointed on contract. Although to know the importance of us- the good and the bad... Choice the opposition parties are against the move and criti- ing chemical-free products is ours - organic nutrients or cised the ruling NDA, the government has stated that it with right ingredients on their the chemicals,” he added. is meant to bring in fresh ideas in the government. The body. Organic products are certi- move from the centre comes at a time when in Naga- The rise in organic brands fied from global organisations land, the present PDA government had also appointed is driven by consumers who are like EcoCert, OneCert and a few selected individuals on similar ranks as the exist- increasingly becoming aware Natrue, Agarwal said, adding: ing civil servants on contract and co-terminus with the of what goes into the making “The certification is the evi- government. It also comes at a time when the All Na- of the products they are using, dence that raw materials used galand College Students Union has given an ultimatum and what are the long-terms for manufacturing products to the state government to recall all the government effects on their overall well- are derived from organically teachers who at attached to MLAs. being, says Vishal Bhandari, grown plants without using The criticisms are because of a particular school of Founder of SoulTree. chemical fertilizers, herbicides thought in India that only those who have cleared com- “This increasing con- and pesticides.” why most people prefer better However, Arush Chopra, tent in the product because of petitive exams whether of the UPSC or the state public sciousness has led to a grow- The market is only poised known brands for their last- CEO and co-founder at Just which bacteria can develop,” service commission’s can one be able to enter the much ing demand for more natural for rapid growth in the coming ing properties, irrespective of Herbs, says shelf life is a prob- he added. revered Babudom. In India the 17-20 years of formal and sustainable substitutes in five years, says Cyril Feuille- chemical content. lem only for certain products. On the availability factor of education and the efforts put in to clear the competitive many industries,” Bhandari bois, beauty expert and Direc- “We don’t use harsh pre- all organic brands, Chopra said exams, many a times, have more weightage than actual told IANS. Feuillebois differs. tor of Kronokare. servatives like parabens but the inventory turnover in the performance in their jobs after appointment. The pri- Rahul Agarwal, CEO at Or- “The organic products have a “It is growing at a rate of 13- natural preservatives like an oil online model is much smaller vate sector is replete with examples to debunk such ganic Harvest, says this trend different kind of preservative 18 per cent every year and it’s that is self-preserving or safe- because more people shop on- concepts. On the other hand the masses including the is offering a platform to Indian which is plant-derived. Their more than the US and Europe synethics, which are non-nat- line nowadays. many politicians are always ready to blame the Babus homegrown brands that are shelf life is less than chemical- industry,” said Feuillebois. ural but have been approved “A lot of our online custom- for their inadequacy and incompetency. Along with creating a niche for themselves based cosmetics, but is long According to Agarwal, the by a certifying body for use in ers come from Tier 2 and 3 cit- the usual criticism against redtapism the bureaucracy and introducing exclusive enough to allow their use on a organic skincare market in In- organic products globally,” said ies and a couple of our stores is always blamed for slow implementation of projects range of organic-only personal comfortable period. But there dia is likely to grow two-fold in Chopra. are also in smaller cities where due to the time take by them to learn new things. So care brands. are some precautions that can the next five years and cross the “Having said that, a lot of they are doing really well. The extraordinary appointments of professionals will only He says these rising brands help to expand the life of the Rs 1,000 crore mark by 2020. products like oils and ubtans online channel has done away boost the bureaucracy. have got their hooks into the organic products -- like storing All said and done, the shelf are self preserving as they do with the problem of availability If we have to take the example of the United States, gap that exists in terms of prod- them in cool and away from life of these products is a ma- not have any water content, of products and brands in a big their school of thought might be a little too extreme for uct variety and ingredients, humidity, use product with the jor factor that can influence an so they do not need preserva- market like India,” he said. the Indian psyche at present. In countries like the US which is giving a “tough com- help of clean make-up tool,” individual’s vanity or skincare tion. Preservation is needed (Kishori Sud can be contacted and a few others there is strict separation of the legis- petition to international and collection. This is one reason Feuillebois added. lature and the executive. So legislators are not allowed only when there is water con- at [email protected]) to take up any executive positions, and if appointed as minister they need to resign from the legislature. In the US, except for the president who is indirectly elected every four years the cabinet of the federal government Speeches Made During Worship of Celebration and Commitment Organised by FNR is handpicked and nominated by the president and confirmed by the Senate. Along with proper creden- ellow people of God and of common belonging; this day is sig- tials relevant to the office they are appointed for, the nificant for the Nagas and our other sisters and brothers living Story of Forgiveness Voice of Hope president picks those who are loyal to the party and the in all of Naga-Land. It is significant firstly, that the day marks the adies and gentlemen, I am ne night in the month of May, 1987, my president. So what might be considered as a group of beginning of the tenth year of the signing of the “Covenant of here today to share my per- family and I were woken up from our deep FReconciliation” (CoR) and, secondly, for the abiding memory of the CoR outsiders in many countries are actually the group of sonal journey with the idea sleep. I was a young school going kid then, insiders in the president’s or prime minister’s circle who and for its unreserved commitment by the signatories. Amidst the dark and practice of forgiveness. and all of us five siblings with our parents has the credentials and are legitimately made to hold cloud of Naga “factional” violence and killings, in March 2008, FNR was LOn September 23, 1992, when I Owoke up to the commo-tion around us. As I opened executive offices. named with the mandate of 37 Naga bodies from across Naga-Land and was still in school, my father Chalie my sleepy eyes: I was shocked to see many men in uni- In Nagaland too the recent concept, rules and noti- the various Church Councils. Under such a stormy condition, FNR’s first Kevichusa was shot and killed not form search-ing all our rooms for things unknown to fications of office of profit is affecting the way legislators objective was to bring the then four groups –NSCN (IM), NSCN (K), NNC far from here. My younger sister was us then. They ransacked our whole house and after a are appointed for various government departments (Adino), and NNC (Singnya and Zhopra), by sitting across the table to with him that day and was also in- Mile, left with my father. Later on, we found out that and agencies. However the big question still remains cease all forms of violence. With persistence and prayers, after 21 meet- jured. At the funeral, my father’s elder dad had been imprisoned and they kept him away for because the ministers of the departments are still mem- ings, officially authorized representatives from the NSCN (IM), NSCN (K) brother Khrielie Kevichusa said: “We 15 days, during which he was interrogated. Many peo- bers of the legislature. MLAs without credentials are at and FGN/NNC (SZ), the “Covenant of Reconciliation” was signed by the as a family forgive those who have ple who knew us then, and our family ourselves, we times made ministers of departments that they have late Isak Chishi Swu, Late SS Khaplang, and Brig (Retd) S Singnya, on this done this.” On June 4, 1996, less than were in shock and fear. no clue about as a result of various political and tribal day, nine years ago. This signing drastically reduced the level of violence four years since my father’s killing, You see, my father, Rev. Chingang Konyak, was permutations and combinations. Along with it comes a and bloodshed and provided avenues for complete cessation of armed my uncle Tubu Kevichusa was also the Konyak Bible translator at that time. He and mom bureaucracy that the public itself do not trust. It is be- confrontation and taking of lives. The credit goes to the Naga Political shot dead. This time in his home, in committed their lives to serving God and brought us cause the agencies that conduct such exams for entry groups (NPGs), the various apex Naga organizations of women and men, the middle of the night, in front of his up in that way. Asa minister of God, he served and in to government service were found to be wanting and the Church, and Nagas and non-Naga citizens for the support in walk- young daughter, young son, and wife continues to serve the Church and our society. He was even arrests were made for unfair means. Although no ing the CoR for these past 9 years. Above everything, we unreservedly ac- who was pregnant with their third also part of the peace talks as a mediator between the retrospective cases were filed the doubt will always re- knowledge the work of God in Christ. child. At his funeral, my uncle Khri- Government of India and the Naga political group, main on the appointment of the many non-performing From the CoR, Naga political groups, and almost every woman and elie again got up and said we forgive then the NSCN. I remember he would be gone for civil servants in the state. So in such a scenario highest man have benefited. It opened an atmosphere of safe travels for the NPGs those who have done this. days: weeks, sometimes: months in the 80s, for such executive office in the state, the chief minister’s office without the fear of becoming a victim of another group. The citizens ex- These two killings have trauma- work. I also remember, he put his life at risk by do- or secretariat, do requires persons with relevant experi- perienced a sigh of relief in accomplishing their daily chores without fear. tised, influenced, and changed our ing so, and being nearly killed one time in the lung. of ence and expertise who are also part of the inner circle Above all, the haunting sense of an unknown evil fled from the psyche of lives as a family and as individuals. Myanmar during one of the mission trips. He was also of the incumbent. As long as it is within the ambit of the most people. The impact has led to the psychological emancipation of Since the time my father was misunderstood at times. law official designations are also required so that there great measure. killed I have lived with the belief that When my mom took me and my siblings to see dad is no breach of protocol. The exception is the blatant at- Side by side, business community began blossoming, shops and ea- I have for-given those responsible, in the prison, I remember going there with a heavy tachment of many public servants with MLAs to avoid teries remained open for a good part of the evening, in major towns of that I must forgive, that forgiveness heart. His beard had grown and he looked different, going to their usual place of postings. So it is better to Nagaland, as opposed to the closures at sun down a decade ago. Struc- is the right thing to do. Forgiveness but I vividly remember his countenance... he was the have a system which allows this type of special appoint- tural development began unabated. School going children, boys and does not mean I don’t feel the pain same reassuring father I know. As we spoke to him ments to be made but not misused. girls however, have not experienced what it was like more than a dec- anymore; it does not mean I have a worried!, he said to us ‘,on, worry, be strong. Its all in ade ago they are recipients of the CoR benefits. Those young men and memory lapse and forget what was God’s hands. Keep praying”. women who were children ten years ago, can today attest to the fact of done to my father and uncle. For me, I know I am not the only one with a story like this in the past without fear. Today, daily gun battles among NNGs, in villages to for-give means while I embrace the this room. Many of us have been directly or indi-rectly and towns are almost a thing of the past. To this, all must remain com- pain, and even the anger, I also refuse affected by our ongoing Naga struggle as a nation. DAILY mitted. to partner with hate, the longing for In a troubled land like ours, it is easy to succumb to PATH The Home Ministry of the Government of India acknowledged the vengeance, or the desire to see the our circumstances. It is easy to lose hope and find life CoR and the cessation of violence among the NPGs by the then Secretary, perpetrators suffer. Forgiveness looks meaningless. It is easy to nurture apathy, distrust, fear, Mr. GK Pillai in his visit to Kohima. Soon a suit was followed by lifting like never bringing up the same issue and misconception about ourselves, others: and our Quieting the Critic the Protected Area Permit (PAP), then known as the “Restricted Area Per- in the future to accuse or demand re- systems. It is easy to be stuck in the past and unable to mit” (RAP), required by any foreign national visiting Nagaland. The Gov- venge. pave a positive future for our-selves. ernment of the State of Nagaland, under Mr. N Rio, the Chief Minister, When I was approached to speak It is also easy to deny the past, erase past traumas BIBLE READ: NEHEMIAH 4:1–6 welcomed the CoR and thanked the signatories and other apex organiza- today, I had to ask myself again: from our consciousness- yet struggle with the conse- tions followed suit. Soon media journalists and reporters were writing the “Why do I forgive?” quences of doing so. When we are unable to build a THOUGHT FOR TODAY: story of the CoR in leading media in India and in the academic institu- First, I have learned that to live verbal narrative of our painful experiences, symptoms Hear us, our God, for we are despised. Turn their tions on Conflict Transformation lessons from the CoR are discussed as with unforgiveness is to choose to will appear eventually. insults back on their own heads. a paradigm. live in a prison even though I have However we have a choice not to do so - A choice to ~ Nehemiah 4:4 FNR with the people continue to walk the “Journey of Common the key to my freedom. Living with rather seek forgiveness, understanding, and goodwill. Hope.” Reconciliation is no one’s monopoly, FNR is not the only one that unforgiveness is like drinking poison Life opportunities to do good and to pursue good- work with a team to put on an annual community event. is in this mission. We acknowledge and affirm different organizations and hoping my enemy will die. will exist. I found out this simple truth from my par- ranging from women, students, to churches, Hohos, and other bodies We spend eleven months plotting many details to en- Second, I am a follower of Jesus ents way of living aswell as in places I never imagined working for a common good. FNR calls upon all to appreciate and sup- sure the event’s success. We choose the date and ven- Christ. I am convinced that following I would be. Living and working among the Karen port one another in this great work of reconciliation. Let us give up the Jesus means following his way - and refugees and displaced communities in the Thai- ue. We set ticket prices. We select everything from food dividing by which we conquer ourselves. Ivendors to sound technicians. As the event approaches, we the way of Jesus is always the way Myanmar borders for couple of years, and also going Over the last nine years, much has changed, yet much needs to of forgiveness. If I refuse to forgive, I answer public questions and provide directions. Afterward on mission trips to the Native American folks in their change. The challenge is to keep working on reconciliation of not only personally cannot claim to be a fol- we collect feedback. Some good. Some that is hard to hear. reservations in South Dakota, helped me realize that the NPGs but also the public. This is what the times require of us. We lower of the One who, with his dying even in the depth of hopelessness, people can still rise Our team hears excitement from attendees and also fields must overcome the trouble that reinforces our dismal worldview. A com- breath, prayed for the forgiveness of above their circumstances and find hope. Not that complaints. The negative feedback can be discouraging mon will is required to lead us to the future. With this in mind, FNR has those who nailed him to a cross. people were not dying in those places,where human- and sometimes tempts us to give up. marked 2018, as the year of “Walking the Naga Day.” We believe that it Third, I forgive because I believe ity is at its worst, yet the power to survive as a nation Nehemiah had critics too as he led a team to rebuild begins by imagining the future today. FNR believe we have to hope, and without forgiveness we cannot move exist and enable hope to be realized. the wall of Jerusalem. They actually mocked Nehemiah and hope in this sense is something we can learn through engaging with one forward. We cannot keep holding on Being on this journey with FNR, has also opened those working alongside him saying, “Even a fox climbing another and discovering who we are as persons and at the same time as to the past if we expect to take hold of my eyes and heart to our current circumstances. I up on it would break down [your] wall of stones” (Nehe- a people with a distinct identity. We believe that we must resist all ease the future. We can and must remem- know many of you present here and all around us: miah 4:3). His response to the critics helps me handle my which leads to despair. Together, we want to dig the tunnels of limited ber the past, but we cannot and must have made immense sacrifices and invested your lives own: Instead of feeling dejected or trying to refute their world view conditioned by our culture and the present world view. To- not remain there. If our memories of for the common good of our Naga people. Without comments, he turned to God for help. Instead of respond- gether, we must cut the dense jungle that is suffocating our young minds. the past are greater than our dreams your commitment to the process, our Naganess and ing directly, he asked God to hear the way His people were Together, we want to connect the divide and build bridges. FNR believe for the future, we are already dying. what we are would diminish. However, one thing I being treated and to defend them (v. 4). After entrusting that we can talk about both the terrible things of the past so as to forgive I pray God’s wisdom upon us as observe, if you will, is the way we are forging ahead. those concerns to God, he and his co-laborers continued to one another and restore healthy living. We are Walking the Naga Day, in we navigate our way through our There is the need to reason together to address the work steadily on the wall “with all their heart” (v. 6). confidence to endeavor to keep pursuing the possibilities to be winners politics and our perspectives, our unspeakable traumas of our past, to listen, to under- We can learn from Nehemiah not to be distracted by and achievers. We encourage all to stand up and participate, to look for- prejudices and our personal pain, to stand, to work out our differences, to strengthen our ward at what we can do. Today let us make the day of commitment and criticism of our work. When we’re criticized or mocked, in- arrive at a place where we can move bond, and to restore relationships individu-ally as well creation of the new. stead of responding to our critics out of hurt or anger, we forward as forgiven and forgiving as collectively. Rev Dr. Wati Aier, Convenor people. Amen. And that, is my hope! can prayerfully ask God to defend us from discouragement Forum for Naga Reconciliation so we can continue with a whole heart. Visasier Kevichusa Rev Dr Ellen Konyak Jamir Help me to evaluate the good and bad in the criticism, to The speeches were made during the Worship of Celebration and Commitment held to commemorate the 9th year of signing of the ‘Covenant of Reconciliation’ on trust You, and to continue in my work wholeheartedly. June 13, 2018 organised by the Forum for Naga Reconciliation at Dimapur Ao Baptist Church, Duncan Basti, Dimapur.

God is our best defense against criticism The contents of articles in this page do not necessarily reflect the Editorial view or policy of the paper. EastErn Mirror | Dimapur, Thursday, June 14, 2018 7 The Supreme Court Has a Chance to Save Tens of Thousands of Indian Lives Pesticide poisoning is the leading method of suicide among both men and women in the country. It is also the method that is easiest to prevent – by banning and removing highly hazardous ones from agricultural practice through legislation.

Leah Utyasheva and Michael Eddleston | thewire.in Many pesticide suicides are poisoning each year – simply due tion in agricultural productivity countries but which continue to be highly impulsive, with a person to their wide availability in their has been noted following the bans. registered in India. Thirteen pes- he ban on highly hazard- great majority following pesticide contemplating suicide for just a rural communities. This approach does not mini- ticides were recommended to be ous pesticides (HHPs) cur- ingestion. Pesticide poisoning few minutes. Most persons who The WHO estimates that at mise the importance of a com- banned, 27 to be reviewed in 2018 rently being discussed in was the leading method of suicide engage in suicidal behaviour do least 20% of all suicides could be prehensive effort directed at im- and six to be phased out by 2020. India will not only protect among both men and women. It is not want to die, with suicide serv- prevented by restricting access proving mental health and health Many of these pesticides are HHPs theT environment and improve the also the method that is easiest to ing as a response to psychosocial to poisons. Means restriction has systems. However, legislative re- that should be banned rapidly to public health but will also achieve prevent. stressors. If a person is prevented proven to be highly effective in the strictions on HHPs is a cost-effec- bring down suicide. Unfortunately, another rarely acknowledged goal Indian small-holder farmers from using a really dangerous reduction of suicide in the UK after tive approach to rapidly reduc- these government commitments – a rapid and major reduction in use high strength pesticides and method, they may use a method the domestic gas supply was made ing the number of suicides. In Sri remain unfulfilled. the number of Indians dying from fertilisers to increase farm produc- with lower lethality, with an in- less toxic. Barrier installation on Lanka, this approach saved an es- Reducing the suicide rate suicide. tivity. This wide availability makes creased chance of survival, or the bridges, high buildings and railway timated 93,000 lives at the remark- should be a government prior- The Supreme Court, which is HHPs an easy option for self-poi- suicidal impulse may pass. Rela- platforms to prevent jumping has able direct cost to the government ity for a number of reasons: it will currently deliberating on the case soning (or attempted suicide) dur- tively few people go on to find an also been shown to be effective in of less than $50 per life saved. save lives, help the government challenging government’s delay ing acute crises. In comparison equally lethal method of suicide. many countries. People who no longer died be- to comply with international hu- in banning HHPs identified by with developed countries, where Surviving a suicidal period usu- Restricting access to the means cause pesticides were much less man rights obligations, reduce the Anupam Verma Committee, agricultural strength pesticides are ally allows the person to find sup- of pesticide suicides in India – ban- toxic did not then go off to jump healthcare costs and productivity has a major role to play. The case only available to licensed workers, port from family, community and ning and removing HHPs from off a bridge or hang themselves. loss and help the government to emerged following a public inter- and where few people now work in medical/psychological services agricultural practice through leg- The act was often cathartic with achieve its commitment due to the est litigation by Kavitha Kuruganti agriculture, HHPs are freely sold in and another way to deal with the islation and importation limita- the realisation that they wanted to Sustainable Development Goals. and others filed in 2017. shops and dangerously stored in stress. tions – will be the most effective live and get the support of family, If you know someone – friend Statistics on suicide are notori- many homes in rural Indian com- Farmer suicides are just one way to prevent suicides. Removal community or health and social or family member – at risk of sui- ously unreliable and probably too munities. Unlike relatively low tox- aspect of pesticide suicides in In- of HHPs rapidly and comprehen- services. cide, please reach out to them. The low due to stigma and the family’s icity medicines commonly used for dia. In comparison to the 15,000 sively reduced the total number of India has already carried out an Suicide Prevention India Founda- fear of negative consequences. Of- self-poisoning in the West, HHPs farmer suicides that occur each suicides in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh extensive series of pesticide regu- tion maintains a list of telephone ficial data estimate 131,623 people commonly kill if ingested. This year, many by hanging, more than and South Korea. lations, to reduce the hazards asso- numbers they can call to speak in lost their lives by suicide in 2015 means that the number of peo- 80,000 pesticide suicides occur by Importantly, in these countries ciated with pesticide use, includ- confidence. You could also accom- – that is 15 suicides every hour. A ple who die after self-poisoning people who do not own farming equally effective, but less toxic, ing a ban on 28 pesticides. More pany them to the nearest hospital. nationally representative survey is much higher in Indian agricul- land and are therefore not consid- alternative pesticides and agricul- recently, the Anupam Verma Com- Leah Utyasheva is policy direc- estimated that 92,000 (49.2%) of tural communities than in indus- ered farmers in national statistics. tural practices – in particular, in- mittee reviewed the use of 66 pes- tor and Michael Eddleston is direc- 187,000 Indian suicides in 2010 trialised countries, producing high Many more women and non-farm- tegrated pest management – have ticides that are banned, restricted, tor, Centre for Pesticide Suicide resulted from poisoning, with the rates of suicide. ers than farmers die from pesticide been found. As a result, no reduc- withdrawn in one or more other Prevention. You’re Simply Not that Big a Deal: Now Isn’t that a Relief? Melissa Dahl | Aeon rience is part of the common mility. We tend to think of hu- human experience. mility as if it means putting here is a meme that Back then, much of this yourself down, a mischarac- speaks directly to the work sought to contrast self- terisation that a recent study hearts and minds of compassion with self-esteem. in the Journal of Applied Psy- the overly self-con- Consider one study that re- chology seems to buy into in Tscious. Perhaps you’ve seen lates to the aforementioned its examination of ‘humble it; it goes something like this: meme, in which researchers leaders’. Humility in a man- ‘Brain: “I see you are trying to asked college students to re- ager, according to these re- sleep. May I offer you a selec- call an embarrassing high- searchers, is defined as ‘being tion of your most embarrass- school memory. Some of the open to admitting one’s limi- ing memories from the past students were then given tations, shortcomings and 10 years?”’ writing prompts meant to mistakes’. To be humble, in At first, it seems odd to bring out their self-compas- these researchers’ view, is to think that this meme is so sionate side; they were told focus on your flaws. popular among those of us to ‘list ways in which other But modern scholars who whom you would call ‘millen- people also experience simi- study humility see it differ- nials’, who grew up steeped lar events’, and to express ‘un- ently. Humble people don’t in the self-esteem movement derstanding, kindness, and focus on their flaws – not ex- of the 1990s. We were raised, concern to themselves in the actly, anyway. It’s more that after all, to love ourselves, not same way that they might ex- humble people don’t focus to quietly torture ourselves press concern to a friend’. In on themselves very much at with decade-old memories. contrast, other students were all. ‘This is not to say that a We were taught in class- given writing prompts in- humble person fails to care room exercises how special tended to stoke their self-es- about her own welfare or we were, the prevailing pop- teem: they were told to ‘write pursue her own interests – it psych theory of the day being down [their] positive charac- is simply that she sees these that high self-esteem would teristics’ and to describe why as being deeply intertwined carry us to success. an incident wasn’t really their with the welfare and interests And yet this turns out to fault – and that, anyhow, the of others,’ write the authors be poor preparation for deal- event ‘does not really indicate of a 2017 paper in The Jour- ing with the everyday embar- anything about the kind of nal of Positive Psychology. rassments of being human. person [they] are’. Manly Beach (1895) by Arthur Streeton. (Courtesy Bendigo Art Gallery/Wikipedia) You are important, and you Instead of single-mindedly The point, the researchers are worthy of love, just like trying to love yourself, may go on to argue in that paper, selves in similar ways. In the 2016). (Fine: I wrote the last are more similar to others one small part of an intercon- we millennials were taught in I suggest a self-directed atti- subtitled ‘The Implications end, this study showed that one.) The focus in these pop- than you are different, even nected whole. school – but that’s true only tude that has been famously of Treating Oneself Kindly’, is those who’d been prodded to- psych stories tends to stay (maybe especially) consider- For me, the term ‘self- because everyone is impor- called the opposite of love: that the tenets of self-esteem ward the direction of self-es- squarely on the first part of ing how ridiculous you often indifference’ communicates tant, and everyone is worthy indifference. will tell you to try to convince teem felt worse about them- Neff’s 15-year-old definition: are. As Neff herself said in an this part of Neff’s message of love. You matter because In the 2000s, as the self- yourself that the stupid thing selves after remembering the ‘experiencing feelings of car- interview with The Atlantic in better than her own term everyone else matters. It re- esteem movement was age- you did wasn’t really all that high-school embarrassment ing and kindness toward one- 2016: ‘[W]hen we fail, it’s not does: when it comes to em- minds me again of the way in ing, psychology researchers stupid – or if it was, that it than those who’d been led to- self, taking an understanding, “poor me,” it’s “well, every- barrassing moments, it which Neff defines what she began publishing a series of was someone else’s fault. Self- ward self-compassion. nonjudgmental attitude to- one fails.” Everyone struggles. means considering your own would call self-compassion, papers on something called esteem tells you to focus on Self-esteem has fallen out ward one’s inadequacies and This is what it means to be highlight reel of flaws, ac- and I would call self-indiffer- self-compassion, which Kris- all your wonderful, positive of favour, and it is starting failures’. From reading many human.’ knowledging that, yes, maybe ence: ‘recognising that one’s tin Neff at the University of qualities. In contrast, self- to seem these days as if self- of these pieces, self-compas- the moment really was that own experience is part of the Texas at Austin in 2003 de- compassion says it’s best to compassion is taking its place. sion seems like self-kindness, In fact, it’s this part of the bad – but then responding common human experience’. fined this way: acknowledge your own role The headlines that keep pop- and nothing more. definition of self-compas- with a shrug. It is, to come Maybe the most compas- [B]eing open to and in an unflattering moment; ping up are: ‘Why Self-love Is But it’s the second part sion that makes me question back to my earlier point, sionate attitude you can take moved by one’s own suffer- when the memories come Important And How To Culti- of that definition that has whether it should be called something you could call self- toward yourself is to stop ob- ing, experiencing feelings of back at night, a self-compas- vate It’ (Medical News Today, proven the most helpful for self-compassion at all. Neff’s indifference, by which I mean sessing over yourself. caring and kindness toward sionate person will say to her- 23 March 2018); ‘8 Powerful me: ‘recognising that one’s concept isn’t really about the comfort of realising that This is the great relief of oneself, taking an under- self: ‘Huh, yeah – that really Steps To Self-Love’ (Psychol- own experience is part of adoring yourself, or not en- you are not all that unique. self-indifference, especially standing, nonjudgmental was pretty embarrassing.’ ogy Today, 29 June 2017); ‘The the common human experi- tirely, anyway; this piece of it Really, though, self-indif- for those of us raised in the attitude toward one’s inade- But she’ll also say: ‘So Not-So-Secret Secret To Hap- ence’. It’s the idea of taking isn’t actually about you. Rath- ference and self-compassion self-esteem movement. The quacies and failures, and rec- what?’ Plenty of other peo- piness: Be Kinder To Yourself, a zoomed-out look at your- er, it’s about the importance are just new-fangled terms truth is that you aren’t that big ognising that one’s own expe- ple have embarrassed them- Okay?’ (The Cut, 22 April self, and realising that you of recalling that you are but for an ancient concept: hu- of a deal. And isn’t that great?

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ARIES (MAR 21 - APR 19): You love meeting CANCER (JUN 22 - JUL 22): You sometimes LIBRA (SEP 23 - OCT 22): Your day has final- CAPRICORN (DEC 22 - JAN 19): You will find people others might consider eccentric. You have difficulty making up your mind. You ly come, Libra. You have your own vision of a clean page on the agenda today, Capricorn. can’t help it. You’re simply attracted to them. don’t always know exactly what you want. To- life and you like sharing it with others. You’re You should try to think only about yourself. You will probably cross the path of one of day, Cancer, you’ll be at peace with yourself. far from thinking that you’re any sort of new This will allow you to meditate about your life these people today, Aries. But you might have a feeling If you need to make an important decision concerning messiah, but you feel the need to talk to children or and be at peace with yourself. Life will seem much sim- of déjà vu. As strange as it may seem, it’s possible that your private life, you’ll able to do it. But if you find yourself young people about your views. Today, you’ll be able to pler. This frame of mind will enable you to solve issues this person will be no one but you. confronted by a big decision, you should take the time to communicate clearly with the people around you and with some of your personal ties, if so you desire. Take ad- think about it. You will decide once you have more clarity. they’ll be receptive to your ideas. vantage of this energy to calm your mind and your life. TAURUS (APR 20 - MAY 20): You have always tried to build up your health using tradition- LEO (JUL 23 - AUG 22): Sometimes we all SCORPIO (OCT 23 - NOV 21): Today you’ll AQUARIUS (JAN 20 - FEB 18): You will wake al methods, and you take great care of your- feel a little lost, Leo. We often want to move have the strange feeling that something is up today on cloud nine, Aquarius. Your mo- self. But this morning you might feel a little mountains and use all our energy and enthu- floating in the air. The time is right to try to rale is at a peak. You will feel totally free and curious. Indeed, there are so many different courses of siasm to try to do so. But a few moments later understand the different needs of your fam- be able to clearly perceive the essentials of treatment available. Why not inquire about alternative we could feel that all efforts have been in vain. It pays to ily circle. There will be a lot of movement around you, life. You have the perfect opportunity to share this gift forms of medicine? You could learn a great deal today remember one of the hard facts of life - take nothing for Scorpio, so you should feel free to step back. Your rela- from the stars with your loved ones. Even after this as- and benefit your health in the process. granted. You shouldn’t let that keep you from trying to tives will understand that you need more space in or- pect has passed, you may have trouble getting your feet makes changes to things around you. Be vigilant. der to gain perspective on the situation. back on the ground. Don’t rush it. GEMINI (MAY 21 - JUN 21): Sometimes, it’s amazing to see how your relationships VIRGO (AUG 23 - SEP 22): You have a natural SAGITTARIUS (NOV 22 - DEC 21): As the PISCES (FEB 19 - MAR 20): The astral energy can spin so easily out of control, Gemini. ability to accomplish a great deal rather easily, dawn of another quiet and peaceful day ap- will have you reminiscing all day long over Today you may have to deal with a lot of Virgo. But today you may feel snowed under pears, Sagittarius, you will be in the best dis- childhood memories, Pisces. These memories tension within your group. You’ll almost feel as if with projects. Things around you might be position to observe and appreciate the light- will take you to the houses and places where no one understands the situation. You just need to moving quickly, and perhaps you’re having difficulty ness of things. Life can seem so beautiful on some days. you were raised and where your personality and charac- keep your cool. Why not try to solve any outstand- dealing with it all. For once, try to take it easy. You don’t You will benefit from this state of mind, because you’ll ter were formed. Many memories will surface - happy, ing issues with your relatives? Stay calm and things need to struggle all the time in order to be accepted by be able to meditate. But be careful not to start reminisc- melancholy, and everything in between. You should will be OK. the world. Lighten up! ing about sad memories. Keep things light and calm. probably seize this opportunity to write them down.

The contents of articles on this page do not necessarily reflect the Editoral view or policy of the paper EastErn Mirror | Dimapur, Thursday, June 14, 2018 8 NATION 18 killed in UP road accident, Jaitley takes jibe at Rahul; says wisdom can’t be inherited Yogi announces ex-gratia New Delhi, June 13 (PTI): quired through learning,” “The leader’s ill-in- Taking a jibe at Rahul he said in a post titled ‘Is formed instincts become Lucknow, June 13 (IANS): Most of the passengers Gandhi for anti-Narendra Congress Becoming Ide- the ideology. This can The death toll in the bus were daily wagers work- Modi tirade, Union Minis- ologyless? Is Anti-Modism only happen to a party accident that took place ing in Jaipur. They were ter Arun Jaitley questioned its only ideology?’ which becomes ideology- in Kannauj on Wednesday heading home for the Eid the Congress President’s Gandhi earlier this less; pushes itself to the morning rose to 18 by the festival, the police added. wisdom saying that it has week cited the examples fringe; is willing to act as a evening, with one more The bus belonged to a to be acquired through of successful American tailender to regional par- passenger of the ill-fated private transport compa- learning and cannot be entrepreneurs to attack ties. All this because its vehicle succumbing to his ny of Farrukhabad district inherited. Modi’s policies, and de- only obsession is a person injuries, police said. and was packed beyond The Congress party has scribed the founder of called Narendra Modi,” Thirty others injured in capacity as some passen- become “ideologyless” be- Coca-Cola as a ‘shikanji Jaitley said. the mishap have been ad- gers were also sitting on cause its “only obsession is seller’ and that of McDon- The minister also ques- mitted to various hospitals its roof. a person called Narendra ald’s a ‘dhaba wala’. tioned the Congress party’s where the condition of two Former UP Chief Min- Modi”, Jaitley said in a Fa- “Though factually ‘sudden love for the Other continues to be critical. ister and one-time Lok cebook post. what he stated was incor- Backward Classes’ saying The accident took Sabha MP from Mainpuri, Gandhi has been at- rect, the larger point is Former Prime Minister place near Etawah cut on Mulayam Singh Yadav, tacking the BJP govern- that he saw virtues in these Rajiv Gandhi had opposed the Agra-Lucknow Ex- visited the injured persons ment for waiving loans professions which can act the Mandal Commission pressway when the driver and had a first-hand ac- of Rs 2.5 lakh crore by big as a launch pad for many and the Congress Party of the private double- count of the accident from corporates, as also criticis- start-ups. recently opposed the grant decker bus apparently them. ing the Mudra Yojana. “The great grandson of constitutional status to dozed off, causing the ve- Meanwhile, Chief Min- Observing that the UPA of the man who authored the National Commission hicle to overturn and hit ister Yogi Adityanath has government during 2008- ‘The Discovery of India’ for Backward Classes. the divider. announced a financial as- 2014 indiscriminately lent could with his custom- On Congress leader P The bus was coming sistance of Rs 2 lakh each money through banks to ary inaccuracies one day Chidambaram’s comment from Rajasthan’s capital to the next of kin of the de- 15 big loan defaulters, Jait- give to this country his that frying pakodas is not city Jaipur and was headed PTI ceased and Rs 50,000 each ley said Gandhi prefers monumental work on ‘The job creation, Jaitley said to Chhibramau in Kannauj Police personnel investigating the site where an allegedly speeding bus overturned after hitting a road to those seriously injured the “Gobbelian traditions Rediscovery of Coca Cola’,” “being cleverer than rest of district. divider, in Mainpuri on Wednesday, June 13, 2018. in the accident. to say the exact opposite”. Jaitley said. his colleagues, he perhaps “For a President of a He further said that was trying to neutralise the national party not to un- there is no ideological success story of the Mudra derstand this basic pro- pattern in Gandhi’s state- Yojana where 12.90 crore 90 shifted from blazing Mumbai cedure of bank function- ments. “Ignorance with loans have been given for PhD mandatory for recruitment ing should be a matter of anti-Modism is a common self-employment to vari- concern to the entire party thread”, he said. ous weaker sections”. tower, Deepika Padukone is safe of university teachers from as also the country. In dy- Dynastic political par- Jaitley said the total of nastic parties political po- ties are family and per- these loans has touched ties so far. sitions are heritable. Un- sonality dominated and Rs 6 lakh crores and cre- After around five 2021-22 — Javadekar fortunately wisdom is not ideology takes a back seat, ated work for millions of hours, the fire was brought New Delhi, Jun 13 (PTI): has been made mandato- heritable. It has to be ac- he said. people. under control and stopped PhD degree has been ry for promotion to assist- from spreading to other made mandatory for re- ant professor (Selection lower or adjoining floors. cruitment of teachers in grade) in colleges from The fire emanated universities from 2021-22 2021, Javadekar said. NCR air quality falls to severe with dust storm from the flat whose own- and cracking the Nation- A new and simpli- New Delhi, June 13 (IANS): The National entire region, including Delhi, Haryana, ers are currently abroad, al Eligibility Test (NET) fied teacher evaluation Capital Region (NCR) on Wednesday saw western Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan un- but their residence has would not be accepted as grading system has been a sudden deterioration in air quality as der the grip of dust,” Kuldeep Srivastava, been reduced to ashes, the only eligibility crite- introduced and teaching the entire region was under the grip of IMD scientist, told IANS. according to some society ria, Union HRD Minister outcomes would be con- dust bough through winds from Rajas- He added that the situation will con- members. Prakash Javadekar said sidered for promotion, than, Iran and southern Afghanistan, tinue for the next two days. Padukone, who owns a PTI today. he said. officials said. “By midnight, entire Uttar Pradesh is Flames rise from a burning building in Mumbai on Wednesday. four bedroom-hall-kitch- However, masters de- “New recruitment for The dust raising winds, currently likely to be under the grip of dust storm,” en flat on the 26th floor gree with NET or PhD universities will be only south-westerly and westerly, have been Srivastava added. Mumbai, June 13 (IANS): According to BMC was out for a shoot but her would continue to be PhD holders. We have showing their effect since Tuesday and According to private weather forecast- Firemen succeeded in Disaster Control, the fire personal staff were among the minimum eligibility given time of three years. shall continue for next two days with the ing agency Skymet, the dust raising winds controlling a major blaze erupted around 2.10 p.m. those who were evacuated criteria for direct recruit- So from 2021, assistant entire Uttar Pradesh coming under the from the Iran and southern Afghanistan in the top floors of the on the two uppermost this afternoon as a precau- ment in colleges, a senior professor (entry level posi- grip by Thursday, IMD scientists told IANS. will continue till light rain showers bring 33-storey Beaumonde penthouse floors 33 and tion. official said. tion) will have to hold PhD Meanwhile on Wednesday, the Air respite to Delhi and adjoining regions Towers after battling the 32, of the five-year-old There were conflict- Currently, those who degree,” Javadekar said. Quality Index (AQI) on a scale of 0 to towards on June 16 and 17. leaping flames for nearly building, sending thick ing reports whether the hold PhD degree or are The minister said In- 500 for Delhi was “severe” at 445 against “At present, the atmosphere from five hours and evacuat- black clouds of smoke bil- safety and fire-fighting NET qualified with mas- dian students who got “poor” at 296 on Tuesday. ground level till 20,000 feet has dust. This ing more than 90 resi- lowing from the tallest equipment in the building ters degree are eligible their PhD degree from The AQI at Gurugram was 488, at is due to the anti-cyclone formation in dents here on Wednesday residential tower in Prab- were functional or not in to apply for the post of top 500 universities Greater Noida 500, at Bhiwadi 483 and Iran and southern Afghanistan, since evening. hadevi area of Dadar west. the three-building com- assistant professor, the abroad will also be eligi- at Bulandshahr 500 -- all considered the winds are blowing at lower level and However, at least two Later, after nearly three plex constructed by Sheth entry level position, in ble for appointment in “severe”. speed had been good, so there is still firemen suffered from suf- hours, the flames started Builders in 2012. universities. universities and colleges. “There was an anti-wind pattern some clarity. Else the situation could have focation and were rushed spreading out on to the Local Shiv Sena legis- Announcing the new Currently, such students towards Rajasthan, so the winds blow- been worse,” Mahesh Palawat, Director to a hospital. lower floors creating panic lator Sada Sarvankar also regulations of the Uni- are not eligible to take ing about 30 to 40 kmph had bought the Skymet, told IANS. Bollywood actress among the flat owners raised doubts over wheth- versity Grants Commis- up teaching jobs in the Deepika Padukone, who who include several ce- er fire-safety norms had sion (UGC), Javadekar Indian universities and lives in the same building lebrities, top share broker been complied or not for said Academic Perform- colleges. on the 26th floor, tweeted Anand Rathi and Amisha the building. ance Indicators (API), According to the new Two lynched over Vajpayee fine; likely to fully that she was safe and ex- Vora, business and glamor Social media went viral resisted by many as re- regulations, for the first pressed her prayers for world personalities be- with pictures and videos of search was made com- time, provision for pro- cattle ‘theft’ in the well-being of the fire- sides Padukone. the inferno shot from vari- pulsory for college teach- motion in colleges will recover in few days — AIIMS fighters. More than two doz- ous close or distant loca- ers, has been scrapped be up to professor level, New Delhi, June 13 (IANS): are all normal. They are “I am safe. Thank You en fire-tenders, includ- tions, as the smoke clouds so that they can focus on he said. Jharkhand Former Prime Minister being maintained without everyone. Let us pray for ing sophisticated lifts and were visible at long dis- teaching. The regulations also Ranchi, June 13 (IANS): Atal Bihari Vajpayee, un- any support. His labora- our firefighters who are at cranes, were deployed to tances downtown south “The whole effort is mandate newly recruited Two Muslims were beat- dergoing treatment for tory parameters also are site risking their lives,” she fight the blaze and there and the suburbs, and the to improve the quality teachers in universities en to death by villagers in urinary tract infection, is normal. They are showing tweeted. no reports of any casual- Bandra Worli Sea Link. of higher education and and colleges to undergo Jharkhand’s Godda district showing “significant” im- good values and we are to attract and retain the one month compulsory on Wednesday after being provement and would be quite happy with that. We best talent in the coun- induction programme, accused of cattle theft, po- able to “fully recover” in hopefully should be able Centre nods MEA website to display try. All the incentives of Javadekar said. lice said. Four people have the next few days, AIIMS to send him home in the earlier regulations have Over allegations of bo- been arrested. Director Randeep Guleria next few days.” been maintained, but the gus certificates being of- According to police, said on Wednesday. Wishes for speedy re- for two women summons to NRI husbands API for college teachers fered by a university in Ra- Murtaza and his brother Vajpayee, 93, was admit- covery has been coming New Delhi, June 13 (IANS): NRIs against whom Look- has been removed. jasthan, the minister said, Chiraguddin were caught ted to AIIMS on Monday since his hospitalisation at battalions of In order to create a strong- out-Circulars (LoC) were “Now college teach- “We have already started red-handed while stealing with urinary tract infection, ICU of Cardiothoracic and er deterrent for NRIs who issued by Integrated Nodal ers would not have to an inquiry (into it).” buffaloes at Bannkatti vil- chest congestion and low Vascular Surgery (CTVS) have abandon their wives Agency (INA) - an inter- mandatorily do research To another query, lage of Godda, around 500 urine output. He was evalu- department at AIIMS. J&K Police in India, the Ministry of ministerial body head- but will have to essential- he said “serious efforts” km from Ranchi, and vil- ated by a team of senior “Praying for the speedy New Delhi, June 13 (IANS): External Affairs will now ed by Women and Child ly concentrate and give have been made for fill- lagers, who gathered at the doctors and was put on in- recovery of former Indian The Central government display the summons to Development Secretary better education to un- ing vacant teaching seats spot, thrashed them bru- jectable antibiotics and slow Prime Minister Atal Bihari on Wednesday gave nod such men on their official Rakesh Srivastava, formed dergraduate students,” in the Delhi Universi- tally. Both died on the spot. dialysis to support his renal Vajpayee ji,” Israel’s Ambas- to raise two women bat- website, an official said on to deal with matrimonial he told reporters here. ty and now the varsity However, their father function, the Director said. sador to India and Sri Lan- talions in the Jammu and Wednesday. disputes. However PhD degree should recruit teachers. has claimed that they were “His blood pressure, ka Daniel Carmon tweeted Kashmir Police, fulfilling The decision was taken The Women and Child cattle traders. heart rate and breathing from his personal account. the promise made by Un- among other legal solu- Development Ministry ion Home Minister Ra- tions for redressing the had earlier said that it has jnath Singh during his i s s u e s received India gets reply from Britain over whereabouts of Nirav Modi two-day visit to the state faced by 40 cases last week, an official state- women Matrimonial disputes related to New Delhi, June 13 (IANS): issued directly by an in- trial in the bank scam case Credit (FLCs). ment said. i n N R I matrimo- India has received a reply ternational entity to the in which the CBI recently In its chargesheets filed “To enhance the rep- marriages at a meeting nial disputes relating to from Britain in response countries of their choice filed two chargesheets. last month, the CBI alleged resentation of women in of the Group of Ministers NRIs, of which six were to a “diffusion notice” is- to take their help in iden- Letters Rogatory (LRs) that Nirav Modi, through the State Police, the Union (GoM), under the chair- found to be serious and sued against Nirav Modi, tifying location, physical in the cases lodged against his companies, siphoned Ministry of Home Affairs manship of Union Home LoC issued. who is accused in the Rs description, photograph Nirav by the Enforcement off funds to the tune of has approved raising two Minister Rajnath Singh, Women and Child 13,500 crore Punjab Na- and fingerprints of an ac- Directorate (ED), the CBI Rs 6,498.20 crore using women Battalions for Jam- and attended by officials Development Minister tional Bank (PNB) loan cused wanted in offence and the Income Tax De- fraudulent LoUs issued mu and Kashmir Police,” from the External Affairs, Maneka Gandhi also fraud case being investi- with which he or she is partment were sent to from PNB’s Brady House said a Ministry statement. Law and Justice and Wom- pitched for issuing orders gated here but it remained charged. The notice is is- the UK Central Authority branch in Mumbai. Choksi One Battalion each en and Child Develop- for registering NRI mar- unclear whether it con- sued through the Interpol, (UKCA) on March 19, April swindled Rs 7,080.86 crore, ment Ministry. riages with 48 hours else tained any reference to an International criminal 14 and April 15 respectively. making it possibly the big- would be raised in the Nirav Modi. (File photo) PTI Jammu and Kashmir re- However, according to the visa or passport of the the specific location of the police organization that The UKCA has for- gest banking scam in the gions, it said, adding 60 per sources, the Law Ministry husbands will not be is- fugitive diamantaire. facilitates international and action in this regard warded these LRs to the country, it alleged. cent of the posts would be previously did not approve sued. Sources said the Brit- police cooperation. is in progress, they added. Serious Fraud Office (SFO) An additional loan de- kept reserved for women of displaying the sum- According to the min- ish reply came in an email After getting the diffu- But the sources did not for execution and con- fault of over Rs 5,000 crore of 10 border districts — mons of NRI marriages on istry, in criminal matters to the Central Bureau of sion notice issued through throw any light on whether veyed that action would be by Choksi’s companies Jammu, Samba, Kathua, the MEA website and also involving NRIs, the LoC Investigation (CBI) which the Interpol channel on the British communica- taken on implementation is also a matter of probe Poonch, Rajouri, Baram- clashed with the Women can be issued by the in- is investigating the case of February 15, the CBI tion talked about the pres- of the Enforcement Direc- under the CBI. ulla, Bandipora, Kupwara, and Child Development vestigating agency in cog- fraud against Nirav Modi proactively pursued it ence of the fugitives in that torate LR. The ED and SFO It is alleged that Nirav Kargil and Leh. Ministry over impound- nisable offences when since January and it had with the NCBs (National country. have started discussing the Modi and Choksi, through This will provide direct ing passports and confis- the overseas husband issued the diffusion notice Central Bureau) of indi- The CBI on Monday way forward, officials said. their companies, availed employment to over 2,000 cation of the property of is deliberately evading in February against the vidual countries likely to said it had moved Interpol Nirav Modi, his wife, credit from overseas deserving women in Jam- those NRI husbands who arrest or not appearing billionaire, his wife Ami, a be visited by the accused to issue Red Corner Notic- brother and uncle fled the branches of Indian banks mu and Kashmir, it said. have been found guilty in the trial court despite US citizen, brother Nishal, fugitives reiterating the es (RCN) against abscond- country before the PNB using fraudulent guar- Implementation of the of deserting their wives non-bailable warrants a Belgium national, and confirmation of their loca- ing Nirav Modi and his un- complained against their antees of the PNB given order comes in the wake of and failed to appear in the and other coercive meas- uncle Mehul Choksi, pro- tions. The UK has shared cle Choksi. The RCNs were companies, saying it had through LoUs and letters Rajnath Singh promise’s to court. ures, or there is a likeli- moter of Gitanjali Group, certain details of moments issued to help track Nirav been cheated through of credit which were not the residents of Jammu and Last month, the Ex- hood that he will leave for locating their wherea- of the fugitives, the sources Modi and Choksi and re- fraudulent issue of Letters repaid, bringing the liabil- Kashmir during his visit to ternal Affairs Ministry has the country to evade trial bouts. said requesting anonymity. turn them to India through of Undertakings (LoUs) ity on the state-run bank, the state on June 7-8. revoked passports of five or arrest. A diffusion notice is Further investigation official channels to face and Foreign Letters of the officials said. EastErn Mirror | Dimapur, Thursday, June 14, 2018 WORLD 9 North Korea ‘no longer a nuclear threat’ to US — Trump With US-North Korea summit over, US envoy to brief Asia allies Singapore, June 13 (PTI/ to meet privately in the nuclear warheads, with its “over a period of good-will AP): The top US diplomat evening with Gen. Vincent atomic program spread dialogue” between the two jetted to South Korea to- Brooks, commander of US across more than 100 sites countries. day for talks as America’s Forces Korea. constructed over decades The White House did Asian allies try to parse Pompeo will meet to evade international in- not immediately respond the implications of the President Moon Jae-in spections. Trump insisted to the North Korean char- unprecedented summit in on Thursday morning to that strong verification of acterization of the deal. Singapore between Presi- discuss the summit. Jap- denuclearization would be The Singapore agree- dent Donald Trump and anese Foreign Minister included in a final agree- ment does not detail North Korea’s Kim Jong Taro Kono is also head- ment, saying it was a de- plans for North Korea to Un, which ended with a ing to Seoul and is due to tail his team would begin demolish a missile engine renewed commitment meet with Pompeo and his sorting out with the North testing site, a concession for a denuclearized Ko- South Korean counterpart. Koreans next week. Trump said he’d won, or rean Peninsula but also a Pompeo, the former CIA Moon has champi- Trump’s promise to end

AP/PTI pledge by Trump to end director, plans to fly to Bei- oned engagement with military exercises in the U.S. President Donald Trump, right, and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un leave after a signing ceremony at the Capella resort on Sentosa longstanding war games jing to update the Chinese the North, and the agree- South while negotiations Island Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Singapore. that unsettle Pyongyang. government on the talks. ment’s language on North between the U.S. and the Much of Asia was still On the issue the world Korea’s nuclear program North continue. Washington, June 13 (PTI): An up- by surprise. of the previous US aim of “complete, trying to process the whirl- has been most fixated on - was similar to what the Trump cast that de- beat President Donald Trump de- Trump also said in a separate verifiable and irreversible denucleari- wind events of the day North Korea’s pursuit of a leaders of North and South cision as a cost-saving clared today that the North Korea no tweet that North Korea is “no longer” sation” from Pyongyang. before. nuclear arsenal meant to Korea came up with at measure, but also called longer poses a nuclear threat to the the US’ “biggest and most dangerous Kim’s commitments did not ap- There was, at times, target the entire US main- their own summit in April. the exercises “inappropri- US following his landmark summit problem,” telling Americans and the pear to go beyond what he already a surreal quality to the land - Trump and Kim Trump and Kim referred ate” while talks continue. with Kim Jong-un, even though the rest of the world they can “sleep well pledged to do in April when he met carefully staged, five-hour signed a joint statement back to the so-called Pan- North Korea has long ob- meeting produced no verifiable proof tonight!” with South Korean President Moon meeting of two men who’d that contained a repeat of munjom Declaration, jected to the drills as a that Pyongyang will dismantle its nu- After returning to the White Jae-in along their countries’ border, been threatening each past vows to work toward which contained a weak security threat. clear programme. House, Trump also defended his the CNN reported. other with nuclear war a denuclearized Korean commitment to denu- While progress on In a series of tweets, Trump decision to halt the joint military Following the summit, Trump and insulting each other’s Peninsula. clearization but no specif- the nuclear question was sought to take political credit for the exercises with South Korea, which he told reporters in Singapore that Kim mental and physical at- The details of how and ics on how to achieve it. murky, the leaders spent summit but risked undermining the called “war games” -- a term used by agreed to “destroying a major mis- tributes just months be- when the North would As Trump acknowl- the public portions of their US strategy in the region. Pyongyang -- arguing on Twitter that sile engine testing site” and that it fore. Trump repeatedly denuclearize appear yet edged that denucleari- five hours together ex- “Just landed - a long trip, but eve- the US will “save a fortune.” would be done “very soon,” without praised Kim’s negotiating to be determined, as are zation would not be ac- pressing optimism and rybody can now feel much safer than “There is no longer a nuclear elaborating further on which testing skills and their new rela- the nature of the unspeci- complished overnight, making a show of their the day I took office,” Trump tweeted threat from North Korea,” he main- site or timing. tionship and expressed fied “protections” Trump the North suggested new relationship. Trump as he arrived back in Washington. tained. “President Obama said that The President also added that hope for “a bright new is pledging to Kim and his Wednesday that Trump declared he and Kim had Trump also said that his meeting North Korea was our biggest and North Korea’s promise to complete future” for Kim’s impover- government. had moved away from developed “a very spe- with Kim was an “interesting and most dangerous problem. No longer denuclearisation “will be verified,” ished nation. Despite the confu- his demand for complete cial bond,” and seemed very positive experience” and that - sleep well tonight!” though the document the two lead- Wednesday saw wor- sion and disappointment denuclearization before to delight in giving Kim a “North Korea has great potential for Trump’s tweets pointed to one of ers signed did not lay out details of ries, however, especially in among some, the summit U.S. sanctions on the glimpse of the presidential the future!” the chief gains at the summit from the that process. U.S. allies Tokyo and Seoul, managed to, for a time at long-isolated country are limousine. The two leaders met on Tuesday, US point of view -- that its scheduling Trump left the discussions as- which both have huge U.S. least, reset a relationship removed. Kim, for his part, said signing a joint statement on denu- and the establishing of a relationship sured that Kim would begin disman- military presences, about that has long been charac- The state-run Korean the leaders had “decided clearisation and reducing tensions. between the President and Kim have tling his country’s missile sites in the Trump agreeing to halt the terized by bloodshed and Central News Agency said to leave the past behind” President Trump said afterwards eased fears that the two sides are on a immediate future, telling ABC News U.S. military exercises with threats. It was unthink- the two leaders “shared and promised, “The world that sanctions on North Korea would slide toward a disastrous war. that Kim “trusts me, and I trust him.” South Korea, which the able as the two leaders recognition to the ef- will see a major change.” remain in place for now, but would After nearly five hours of unprece- Any lessening of tensions is posi- North has long claimed traded insults and nuclear fect that it is important The US has stationed be lifted once “nukes are no longer dented talks between Trump and Kim tive but an assurance that the threat were invasion prepara- threats. In agreeing to the to abide by the princi- combat troops in South a factor”. yesterday, the two leaders signed a of war is removed based simply on tions. That concession to summit, Trump risked ple of step-by-step and Korea since the end of the He also announced an unexpect- document in which Kim “reaffirmed a relationship between a President Kim appeared to catch the granting Kim his long- simultaneous action in Korean War in the 1950s ed end to US-South Korea military his firm and unwavering commit- who is term-limited and a volatile Pentagon and officials in sought recognition on the achieving peace, stability and has used them in a drills. ment to complete denuclearisation dictator who leads a criminal regime Seoul off guard. world stage in hopes of and denuclearization of variety of drills. The next The move - long demanded by of the Korean Peninsula” and the US lacks the certainty and permanence US Secretary of State ending the North’s nuclear the Korean Peninsula.” scheduled major exercise, Pyongyang - has been seen as a major agreed to “provide security guaran- of verifiable disarmament that the Mike Pompeo left Singa- program. KCNA also reported that involving tens of thou- concession to North Korea and ap- tees.” administration says is its goal, the pore today on his way to North Korea is believed Trump had expressed his sands of troops, normally peared to take US allies in the region However, there was no mention CNN commented. Seoul, where he planned to possess more than 50 intention to lift sanctions is held in August. Palestine rejects any future Australia PM will make national apology to sex abuse victims Sydney, June 13 (PTI/AP): himself and was accused of ior Catholic official, gave evi- national office for child safe- them,” Turnbull said. US peace plan excluding Australian Prime Minister failing to protect children. dence to the inquiry on three ty would come into effect The royal commission Malcolm Turnbull will deliver Turnbull’s government separate occasions. A counsel July 1, as would a national also made a number of rec- a national apology to child will adopt 104 of the 122 to the royal commission said redress program involving ommendations directed to- Jerusalem, refugees sex abuse victims as part of recommendations the royal in final submissions that Pell the federal and state govern- ward the Vatican, including Ramallah, June 13 (IANS): Israeli media reports. the government’s response commission made to it, in- and other Catholic officials ments to provide payments that any child abuse dis- The Palestinian Authority an- The reports said that the visit to a long-running inquiry cluding establishing a nation- had failed to exercise proper to victims. closed during Catholic con- nounced on Wednesday that it of the two senior US diplomats that heard allegations against al office for child safety and care for children in Victoria Federal Social Services fession should be reported to rejects any future peace plan pre- aims at discussing a date for government and private in- joining a redress payments state by not acting on infor- Minister Dan Tehan said police. It also recommended sented by the US that excludes launching a new Mideast peace stitutions and prominent program. The 18 other recom- mation about alleged sexual the maximum possible pay- that the Australian Catholic the questions of Jerusalem and plan, better known as the Deal individuals in five years of mendations remain under abuse by priests an allegation ment to each victim would be Church should seek per- the Palestinian refugees. of the Century, to resolve the hearings. consideration. Pell strenuously denied. 150,000 AUD (USD 113,000), mission from the Vatican to “A peace plan which excludes Palestinian-Israeli conflict and The apology to be deliv- The royal commission, As a result of a separate lower than recommended, introduce voluntary celibacy Jerusalem and the Palestinian the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. ered on October 22 was an- Australia’s highest form of Victorian police investigation, though the average payment for the clergy. refugees will never be an intro- The plan includes a limited nounced today as Turnbull investigation, heard more Pell is to face trial on charges would be higher than the Australia is now seeking duction to a successful political sovereign Palestinian state on outlined his government’s than 8,000 harrowing per- of sexual abuse. Pope Francis’ royal commission had recom- to harmonize laws across its peace process in the region,” said half of the West Bank and the formal reaction to the Royal sonal stories alleging sexual finance adviser, Pell is the mended. states and territories to act Nabil Abu Rudeineh, spokes- entire Gaza Strip, with Israel Commission into Institution- abuse. Taking evidence at 57 most senior Vatican official Turnbull said the commis- on the royal commission’s man of the Palestinian Authority retaining security responsibility al Responses to Child Sexual public hearings across the to be charged in the Catho- sion had revealed shocking recommendations. Already, presidency. for most of the West Bank and all Abuse. Its inquiry ended in country, it heard of alleged lic Church sex abuse crisis. abuse of children. “It revealed the state of South Australia “As long as the US carries border crossings, according to December after taking evi- abuse in various institutions Pell has pleaded not guilty to that for too long the reporting has said that from October, on with acts that change the the reports. dence from leaders such as including schools, sport and the charges, the details and of this abuse was met with church confessions will no rules of the relationship with the The plan also includes the Vatican Cardinal George Pell, hobby groups, and religious number of which have not indifference and denial by the longer be exempt from laws Palestinian leadership and the annexation of Arab neighbour- who is charged with com- organisations. been made public. very adults and institutions concerning the mandatory Palestinian people, we believe hoods in East Jerusalem to the mitting historical sex abuses Pell, Australia’s most sen- Turnbull said today the who were supposed to protect reporting of child sex abuse. that the status of stalemate and Palestinian state, with the excep- political paralysis will go on,” he tion of the Old City, which will be was quoted as saying by Xinhua part of the “Israeli Jerusalem”. news agency. The plan proposes Abu Dis Sulabh founder honoured with Japan’s Nikkei Asia Prize Rudeineh stressed that “any neighbourhood to be the capital incorrect or ill contacts with of the Palestinian state. Tokyo, June 13 (PTI): Noted social han Singh and Infosys Chairman labh International. The other two winners were Ma anyone that aim at harming Trump’s administration reformer and founder of Sulabh In- Narayan Murti are among the few Mitarai said Pathak was bestowed Jun (Economic and Business Innova- the basic national Palestinian moved its embassy from Tel Aviv ternational Bindeshwar Pathak was Indians who have won the prize in with the honour for “tackling two of tion), a Chinese environmentalist, constants, will certainly lead to to Jerusalem on May 14 after the today honoured with Japan’s prestig- the past. his country’s biggest challenges poor for using the power of the internet to further disturbance of stability US recognition of the holy city ious ‘Nikkei Asia Prize for Culture and “This award will be another mile- hygiene and discrimination”. promote cleaner industry and Profes- that is already fragile in the entire as the capital of Israel, which Community’ for his significant work stone in my commitment to the serv- Pathak’s two-pit pour-flush eco- sor Nguyen Thanh Liem (Science and region”. sparked a strong Palestinian in tackling poor hygiene and discrimi- ice of the society in Asia in particular logical compost toilets have helped Technology), a Vietnamese doctor, His remarks were made rejection. nation. Launched in 1996, the award and world in general,” said 75-year- provide low cost environment friendly for bringing cutting-edge medicine ahead of the arrival of a US del- The Palestinians then de- honours people in Asia who have old Pathak while receiving the award toilets to millions of people in the to children. egation headed by President manded a multilateral interna- made significant contributions in one from Chairman of the Award Commit- developing world. They have also Prime Minister Of Japan Shinzo Donald Trump’s son-in-law and tional mechanism to sponsor the of the three areas: regional growth; tee Fujio Mitarai at a ceremony here. ensured the safety for rural women Abe Day met the winners on Tuesday. adviser Jared Kushner and US peace process with Israel, which science, technology and innovation; He dedicated the prize to the and freedom from the manual labour. The awards were created and pre- envoy Jason Greenblatt to the has been stalled since 2014, as an and culture and community. downtrodden section of the society, The award was given under ‘Cul- sented by Nikkei Inc, one of the largest region next week, according to alternative to the US monopoly. Former Prime Minister Manmo- according to a statement by the Su- ture and Community’ category. media corporations in Japan. How can a commando be so afraid to return to his country — Pak SC to Musharraf Islamabad, June 13 (PTI): Pakistan’s Last week, the apex court had that he needed guarantees for secu- has evaded death many times but he pany commander in a commando ing emergency in 2007. Supreme Court today gave former allowed Musharraf, 74, to file nomi- rity, justice Nisar said, “The Supreme was never afraid,” he said. battalion. In 2013, Musharraf was declared military ruler Pervez Musharraf a nation papers to contest the July 25 Court is not bound to Musharraf’s When’s Musharraf’s lawyer Qamar When the lawyer said that Mush- ineligible to contest elections for life deadline until tomorrow afternoon general elections on the condition terms.” Afzal informed the court that the arraf was suffering from Parkinson’s by the Peshawar High Court (PHC) in to present himself in the court in the that he would appear in person be- “We’ve already said that if Mush- former dictator is unwell, the chief disease, the chief justice said, “How view of the 2009 judgement in which lifetime disqualification case against fore the court on today in Lahore to arraf returns, he will provided with justice said, “Come in an ambulance. will he show off his fist in the election 2007 emergency was declared illegal. him, taunting that how can a com- attend the hearing in the case. security. We are not bound to provide He should at least come. Had he been if he has Parkinson’s?” In his appeal, Musharraf had mando be so afraid to return to his Although Musharraf’s nomina- a written guarantee.” a commando, he would have showed “He needs to come back other- pleaded before the Supreme Court to country. tion papers for Chitral’s NA-1 seat “If Pervez Musharraf is a com- valour and come to the court.” wise we won’t allow the vetting of his set aside the high court order, stating Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) were submitted earlier this week, mando, he should show us by return- The chief justice said that Mush- nomination papers, he warned. that in it he was condemned unheard Saqib Nisar, who is heading a three- the former dictator did not appear ing, instead of continuously parroting arraf who did not feel afraid when he “Musharraf should face the Con- without due process of law. judge bench hearing Musharraf’s ap- in court today despite SC orders that that he will return like a politician,” was taking over the country in 1999, is stitution, the law, the nation and the Musharraf, who ruled Pakistan peal against his 2013 disqualification his national identity card (CNIC) and he said. now afraid of facing the courts. courts,” he asserted. from 1999 to 2008, has been declared by the Peshawar High Court, warned passport were unblocked in order to “Why does Musharraf need pro- Musharraf, the former Pakistan The chief justice said Musharraf a fugitive in the Benazir Bhutto mur- that if the former president does not facilitate his travel. tection, what is he so afraid of?” he Army chief, began his military serv- should return to the country and der case and Red Mosque cleric kill- show up in court by 2 pm tomorrow, Expressing strong displeasure said. ice in 1964 as a commando of the face the cases against him, which ing case. He has sought adequate a decision would be taken in the case when Musharraf did not turn up and “How can a commando be so Northern Light Infantry. He also included a high treason case for sus- security from the government for his according to law. told the court through his lawyer afraid? Musharraf would say that he participated in the 1971 war as a com- pending the Constitution and impos- return from the UAE. EastErn Mirror | Dimapur, Thursday, June 14, 2018 Baldwin confident about winning US presidential election Actor Alec Baldwin says he would “absolutely win” if he runs in a presidential elec- tion against incumbent Donald Trump. During an interview with American radio and television personality Howard Stern, Baldwin said his campaign would be “the Mirror funniest, most exciting, most crazy”, reports CNN. “If I ran, I would win. I would 10 absolutely win,” Baldwin said. He also said that his would be “the funniest, most exciting, most crazy campaign”. Baldwin has made headlines since the 2016 election for his impersonation of Trump on “Saturday Night Live”. “The only reason I say that ENTERTAINMENT is because I’d love to run for that kind of position to have things just be very com- mon sense. There’s so many things this country needs to do that are so obvious,” he added. (IANS) New twist in Brad Pitt, Angelina Twisted Sister’s Jay children’s custody case Jay French reveals cancer battle

wisted Sister guitarist Jay Jay carefully, and we knew this wasn’t a French has revealed that he matter of ‘if’; it was a matter of ‘when’,” was diagnosed with prostate he said. “So when [I was] finally diag- cancer earlier this year. nosed ... I had to deal with it. {I] had to French said that he was proactively deal with it. ... I went in the Tdiagnosed in March and had an opera- hospital and had it removed.” tion to successfully remove his prostate French said that he has gone public in April. with his news to raise awareness of the “I’m a prostate cancer survivor,” he disease. he custody the difference between alienation, but once it’s told comedian Dean Delray on his Let “To sound like an old cliché, if I can battle between estrangement and aliena- determined that one par- There Be Talk podcast. “They tell me help one guy… If one person hears estranged tion,” said Glass, who has ent is alienating the kids, I’m cured.” me and says, ‘Wow! Jay Jay did it. He couple Brad not had access to the the court has no choice French said that his father died of confronted it and he came out okay. Pitt and An- court documents. but to jump in and make the disease in 1984, and he had been I need to do that too,’” he said. “Don’t gelinaT Jolie just heated “The difference pretty strong orders right regularly checked because of his family put your head in the sand about it. Be up, with a judge order- there is, estrangement away.” history. proactive. ‘Cause you don’t want it to ing new restrictions for is when children aren’t The judge also out- “Starting in 2004, they started kill you.” Jolies involvement in Pitts connected to one of the lined specific steps Jolie watching me carefully, and my brother Loudersound interaction with their six parents, mainly because should take to aid Pitt’s children. of something that parent access to the children, According to court did. So a hypothetical, including a detailed sum- documents obtained by if dad screams and yells mer visitation schedule, people.com, Jolie could at the kids and doesn’t and easy phone access System Of A Down’s John Dolmayan: “I don’t know if new album will ever happen” be in danger of losing treat them nicely, the kids between Pitt and each of primary custody of the stop wanting to see dad, the kids, without monitor- ystem Of A said that “creative dif- children if she doesn’t that’s estrangement. An ing or interference from Down drummer ferences” had caused take steps to improve alienation refers to where their mother. According John Dolmayan attempts to record a new their relationship with children have been told to the court documents, has quashed album to fall apart. their father. A judge in by the other parent that the kids have to continue hopes of a new “I couldn’t say ever, the estranged couple’s the parent they’re not to see their therapist with Salbum from the band but as of right now, it’s ongoing divorce case said seeing is bad, or doesn’t Pitt, which Glass says is a ever being released. not looking like we’re do- in the documents that like them, or doesn’t care positive step. Speaking to KROQ, ing something together “it is critical that each of about them. “That’s the first good Dolmayan said that soon,” said Malakian. (the six) children have “Just talking badly news, that the kids are in “certain members” were “There are some crea- a healthy and strong about the other par- therapy and that dad is holding the process tive differences as well relationship with their ent and the kids start to somehow involved in the back, despite the band on what direction each father and mother” and internalize what the other therapy. That’s where the reportedly having written one of us wants to take that Jolie must allow Pitt parent is telling them. kids can work out what- around 15 songs for the the next System album, if to maintain that. In alienation cases, kids ever issues they have. It’s long-awaited follow-up that ever happens.” Family law attorney will typically just repeat that continuing contact to 2005’s Hypnotize and Despite the absence David Glass, who is not words that are beyond with dad … all those little Mezmerize albums. of a new album, System associated with the case, their years, or they will pieces that eventually “It’s a complex ques- Of A Down have an- told people.com that it repeat reasons that they lead to some sort of reuni- tion,” said Dolmayan. nounced a handful of “is extremely rare” to see don’t possibly have access fication with their dad.” “You know I’m ready to US dates in October. a court intervene in this to the information,” Glass Jolie filed for divorce go any time and certain If you can’t get everybody but you got to live in in System will ever do. Malakian also reacti- way though they typi- added. from Pitt on September members of my band to come together and do the realm of reality and But we still do the other vated his long-dormant cally do so after extensive Glass also said: “It’s a 19, 2016. The have six haven’t been able to it, it just doesn’t happen.” anything we do outside things.” Scars On Broadway evaluation and to prevent rare case where the court children: Maddox, 16, Pax, make it work for them- He continued: “I don’t of System is never gonna Dolmayan’s com- project, who release a children from being alien- will find that someone 14, Zahara, 13, Shiloh, selves. And it’s one of know if it’s ever gonna anywhere be close to ments echo System Of new album, Dictator, on ated from one parent. alienated the kids. It takes 12, and 9-year-old twins those things where if you happen at this point. System. System is the A Down guitarist Daron July 20. “It looks like what this a lot to move the court Vivienne and Knox. can’t get everybody to… I don’t like saying that best thing that anybody Malakian, who recently Loudersound judge was weighing was past estrangement into IANS Rekha to perform on Avengers: Infinity War Birthday Greetings You are so special in my life, stage after 20 years joins USD 2 billion club not for being g my sweetest boyfriend, but for also for eteran star Rekha is all set “For me, it is going to be such a big arvel’s smash-hit su- which includes USD 656.1 million in being one of my best friend perhero ensemble film North America and USD 1.346 billion to perform on stage after highlight to see her (Rekha) perform n my everything. Without 20 years at the upcoming live. I know a little bit of her act and to “Avengers: Infinity War” from other territories. It is the fourth International Indian Film see that live is going to be a huge thing,” has crossed the USD film to achieve the feat and follows “Ava- you I would not have made Academy (IIFA) Dhawan said as he invited Rekha on two billion mark at the tar” (USD 2.788 billion), “Titanic” (USD this far. HAPPY BIRTHDAY Vevent. stage. globalM box-office. 2.188 billion) and “Star Wars: The Force POOPOOH.N so sorry that I At the press con- Asked which songs she would be The film, which brings together Awakens” (USD 2.068 billion). In the couldn’t be with you on your ference of IIFA here performing on, the veteran actor said, the largest gathering of superheroes, US, the Anthony and Joe Russo-directed special day but my love and last night, actor “I have a second name- mystery. If I achieved the milestone on 48th day of film amassed USD 257.7 million in its prayers are always with you. Varun Dhawan tell you now, then what’s the point?” its release, Disney said in a statement. opening weekend and held the number The global haul of “Infinity War” one spot for three consecutive weeks. Love you so much. made the an- Apart from Rekha’s special act, ZoZo always. nouncement IIFA will witness performances by currently stands at USD 2.002 billion, PTI and said it several Bollywood stars includ- will be the ing Ranbir Kapoor, Shahid Kapoor, “highlight” Shraddha Kapoor, Arjun Kapoor, of the Bobby Deol, Kriti Sanon and Iulia TickeT raTes cere- Vantur. HILL STAR Silver Rs. 80, Gold Rs. 150 mony. The main ceremony will be Platinum Rs. 320 hosted by Karan Johar and Movie Schedule Riteish Deshmukh. The celebrations will kickstart with ‘IIFA Rocks’ and will have a special medley by music direc- tor Pritam along with Sreerama Chandra, Amit Mishra, Shalmali Kholgade, Antara Mitra, Nakash Aziz and Nikitha. Actors Vaani Ka- poor and 10 am, 12.20 pm, 5.30 pm: Jurassic World The Fallen Kingdom (Eng 2D)

Nushrat Bharucha will also perform at the event. ‘IIFA Rocks’ will be hosted by Kartik Aaryan and Ayushmann Khur- rana. The 19th edition of NEXA IIFA awards will be held at Siam Niramit Thea- tre, Bangkok, from June 22 to 24. 2.40 pm, 8 pm: Kaala (Hindi) PTI EastErn Mirror | Dimapur, Thursday, June 14, 2018 SPORTS 11 HOME TURF Spin-heavy Afghanistan face India in historic Test Nagaland chess championship from July 2 B e n ga l u r u , Ju n e 1 3 Jadeja and Kuldeep. (IANS): Afghanistan will In reality, the Indians Dimapur, June 13 (EMN): The Nagaland Chess Associa- embark on a new jour- have been more or less tion (NCA) in a press note informed that it is organising ney in their cricket history comfortable against the its 17th Nagaland State Chess Championship 2018 from when they make their Test slower bowlers in the pre- July 2 till the 5th at Red Cross Conference Hall Kohima, debut against a Virat Kohli- vious season barring the Nagaland. The championship will have three category; less No.1-ranked India in first Test against Australia Open category, U-14 and U-17 years (boys and girls) the historic one-off Test in Pune last year. category. U-14 and U-17 years category are requested at the M.Chinnaswamy Afghanistan, on the to produce birth certificate and registered within one Stadium here on Thursday. other hand, won’t find year of birth as per All India Chess Federation (AICF) Afghanistan, who are the going too easy against norms and also requested to come with school uniform rising through the ranks of the seasoned Indian cam- during the inaugural and closing function. Interested world cricket, have named paigners. persons may register after paying an entry fee of INR a spin-heavy squad for their While the star-stud- 1000 in open category and INR 500 for U-14 and 17 debut Test to give India a ded bowling line-up has years category at Shri Ganesh Book Centre below Mato taste of their own medicine. hogged most of the lime- Complex opp.SBI Bazar Branch Kohima, Nagaland on The squad comprises light, the Afghans would or before July 1. five spinners in Moham- expect their batsmen to For more details one can contact the following mo- mad Nabi, Rashid Khan, contribute equally if they Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Zahir hope for a dream start to bile numbers: 7005651166, 9774419341 and 7005580145. Khan and left-arm spin- their Test journey. ner Hamza Kotak, who Squads: Kohima District Cricket Association incidentally emerged as the India: Ajinkya Rah- leading wicket-taker in the ane (Captain), Shikhar invites players recently concluded first- Dhawan, Murali Vijay, Dimapur, June 13 (EMN): As per the notification given class competition. Cheteshwar Pujara, KL by Nagaland Cricket Association (NCA) for U-19 inter India have a little ad- Rahul, Karun Nair, Dinesh vantage in the upcoming Karthik (wicket-keeper), district cricket tournament to be held from June 19 at Test as their batsmen have Hardik Pandya, Shardul Sovima Cricket Ground Dimapur, the Kohima District already faced a couple of Thakur, Navdeep Saini, Cricket Association hereby invites all interested players Afghan spinners in the In- PTI Ravichandran Ashwin. of Kohima district to contact John- 9774039646 or Lee- dian Premier League (IPL). Afghanistan cricket team players run for cover with their kits as rains start during a practice session on the eve of their one-off test match against India Ravindra Jadeja. Kuldeep 8732008617 to give confirmation of their availability in Bengaluru on Wednesday, June 13. Afghan stars Rashid Yadav, Ishant Sharma, and also to be ready with their xerox copy of Aadhar, and Mujeeb enjoyed fruit- Umesh Yadav. Birth certificate and Class 10 admit card along with four ful campaigns in the IPL, Rahane’s task of fielding Dinesh Karthik, Shardul and Dinesh Karthik. through easily as they aim Afghanistan: Ashgar passport size photos. playing for Sunrisers Hy- the right combination a bit Thakur, Navdeep Saini In the bowling depart- to start the season on a high Stanikzai (Captain), Mo- derabad and Kings XI Pun- difficult. and Karun Nair will aim ment, India have the star and take the confidence hammed Shahzad (wicket- Live telecast of FIFA World Cup in Wokha jab respectively. Three key players -- reg- to make the most of this spinning trio of Ravichan- to the five-Test rubber in keeper), Javed Ahmadi, But the home side have ular skipper Kohli along chance and would like to dran Ashwin, Ravindra England. Rahmat Shah, Ihsanullah Dimapur, June 13 (EMN): The district administration to be a little conscious that with pacers Jasprit Bumrah cement their place in the Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav With a spin-heavy Janat, Nasir Jamal, Hash- in collaboration with Wokha District Football Associa- they don’t slip on a poten- and Bhuvneshwar Kumar playing XI. along with pacers Ishant squad, the Afghans may matullah Shahidi, Afsar tion (WDFA) will be screening the Live telecast of the tial banana skin as they have been rested as they The batting depart- Sharma, Umesh Yadav and be surely aiming for a Zazai, Mohammed Nabi, upcoming FIFA World Cup 2018 at Tiyi Hall starting from come into the game with- prepare for the challeng- ment seems settled with Shardul Thakur. fairy tale start to their Test Rashid Khan, Zahir Khan, the opening ceremony on June 14 till July 15 informed out any match practice. ing tour to England next the likes of Rahane, Shi- Having won all their journey as skipper Asghar Amir Hamza Hotak, a press note. With regard to this, the Deputy Commis- India also have a cou- month. khar Dhawan, Murali Vi- last six Test series at home Stanikzai also backed his Sayed Ahmad Shirzad, sioner, Wokha Dr.Manazir Jeelani Samoon, IAS has pro- ple of new players in their New inclusions like jay, Cheteshwar Pujara, in the previous season, the spinners being better than Yamin Ahmadzai Wafa- hibited the use of alcohol and other intoxicants inside squad, which will make wicketkeeper-batsman Lokesh Rahul, Karun Nair Indians are expected to sail the home trio of Ashwin, dar, Mujeeb ur Rahman. and within the vicinity of Tiyi Hall. The whole vicinity of Tiyi hall (both outside and inside) is hereby declared as “No Smoking” area. All the viewers and public are to maintain discipline both inside and outside the hall and FIFA President Infantino to run for re-election in 2019 US, Mexico and within the vicinity of the hall. Any genuine complain against non-compliance of the above conditions will attract swift and strict disciplinary action. Entry will be Canada to host 2026 free. World Cup — FIFA vote Moscow, June 13 (PTI/ playing on the north Afri- AFP): The United States, can nation’s proximity to ISL: FC Pune City retain Mexico and Canada won Europe. But compared to the right to host the 2026 North America, Morocco’s World Cup after easily beat- bid existed largely on paper skipper Marcelinho ing Morocco in a vote by -- many stadiums and roads FIFA member nations on would have had to have been today. built and critics questioned The North American how it would have coped bid received 134 of the 203 with the 2026 tournament, votes, while Morocco polled which will be expanded to 65 in the ballot at a FIFA 48 teams. Congress held in Moscow FIFA inspectors clas- on the eve of the 2018 World sified the north African Cup. nation’s stadiums, accom- AP/PTI Football’s showpiece modation and transport as FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks beside the World Cup trophy at the FIFA congress on the eve of the opener of the soccer World Cup in Moscow, event will return to the “high risk”, awarding it just Russia on Wednesday, June 13. North American continent 2.7 out of five in an evalu- for the first time since 1994 ation report, with concerns Moscow, June 13 (Re- Infantino was elected to support from many around Morocco lost the bidding when the United States host- raised over several critical uters): FIFA President the post in February 2016. the world who want to see process for a fifth time. ed the tournament. aspects. Gianni Infantino said on “I want another four a strong FIFA, who want to The 2026 event will be Delegates had been They war ned “the Wednesday he will run for years of it because I believe see a FIFA who is present, the first expanded tourna- faced with a clear choice amount of new infrastruc- re-election as head of soc- in what I do,” Infantino said a FIFA who is helping to ment featuring 48 teams, -- the joint North American ture required for the Mo- Marcelinho cer’s global governing body. after the congress. “I believe address their issues about up from the current 32-team bid boasts modern, estab- rocco 2026 bid to become re- Speaking at the FIFA in what I can do for FIFA football development,” he tournament, which begins lished stadiums and well- ality cannot be overstated”. Pune, June 13 (IANS): ing with FC Pune City he Congress in Moscow on the and for football.” added. on Thursday. developed transport links The report made the Indian Super League (ISL) scored eight goals in 17 eve of the World Cup, the Infantino said his tenure Earlier on Wednesday, Russia is hosting this underpinned by Mexican US-Canada-Mexico bid the club FC Pune City on appearances including a Swiss-Italian said he would had seen a significant im- the congress voted to grant year’s tournament from football fervour. clear favourite after rating Wednesday announced stunning hat-trick against present his candidacy for provement in the organisa- the 2026 World Cup to a June 14 to July 15 in 11 Morocco, on the other it four out of five, and Mo- they are retaining their NorthEast United FC. elections taking place in tion’s finances. joint bit by Canada, the cities including Moscow, St hand, promised a “Euro- rocco was not able to bridge skipper Marcelinho for the Besides he also made Paris in June 2019. “I feel as well a lot of United States and Mexico. Petersburg and Sochi. pean” World Cup in Africa, the gap. 2018-19 season. seven assists with his en- One of the top scorers ergetic runs showing his for the club, Marcelinho tendency to feed the ball led the team from the front well across the team. Chhetri named StarPick’s Phek District Badminton Association veterans meet held to a historic first semi-final With Emiliano Alfaro appearance. announced last week to join Kohima, June 13 (EMN): Speaking on bringing FC Pune City, Marcelinho The Phek District Badmin- back the Brazilian winger, would look to re-ignite the brand ambassador ton Association (PDBA) FC Pune City CEO Gaurav fiery partnership with his conducted a one-day veter- Modwel said: “You can’t Latin American teammate. an badminton tournament- let go the best you have. In “I am excited to join cum-get together of Phek Marcelinho, we not only back FC Pune City, the club district veteran players on have an impressive foot- is now my second home. June 12 in Kohima. baller but also a great team We created history last sea- In the ‘45 years and Winners of various categories of the competition seen here with match officials. player and leader par excel- son and our goal for the above’ category, Rothi- lence.” coming season would be to hu Tetseo and Rhuvisie zota. tournament and encouraged District Badminton Tourna- “His performance cre- match and better the perfor- emerged as champions Minister for planning & the players. ment and Open Champion- ated a lasting impression mance,” Marcelinho said. while Lhiwepelo Ritse and coordination and land reve- Altogether, 41 veterans ship 2018 at Pfutsero. on both the club and the “I can’t wait to get back Wekhape came second. nue Neiba Kronu and MLA participated in the tour- PDBA informed its fans alike and we are confi- to training grounds and In the ‘Below 45 years’ Yitachu also reached semi nament. Meanwhile, the members that team selec- dent he will continue from take the field at Balewadi category Deko Chiero and finals. MLA Kuzholuzo PDBA has informed that the tion would be conducted on where he left last season,” in front of the boisterous Wepe Kronu’s partnership (Azo) Nienu and Dr. Cho- association will be hosting June 16 at Pfutsero from 10 he added. and inspirational Orange beat Ashu Theyo and Cu- tisuh Sazo also joined the the 42nd Nagaland Inter- am onwards. During his last out- Army”, he added.

PTI Indian football captain Sunil Chhetri addresses a press conference ahead Indian women team begin Spain series with 0-3 defeat of World Cup 2018, in Bengaluru on Wednesday, June 13. Madrid (Spain), June 13 spot to score the opening India and forced a reflex However, in an unfor- New Delhi, June 13 driving football conversa- (PTI): In a disappointing goal in only the sixth min- save from goalkeeper Savita, tunate turn of events for (IANS): Indian football tions as the language that start to the series, Indian ute. who made sure that the visi- Sunita Lakra, a common- team captain Sunil Chhetri will connect India.” women team was blanked The hosts looked to add tors went into the half-time ball hit her head and the was on Wednesday named Chhetri said: “I am 0-3 by hosts Spain in the a second goal but India’s break only a goal down. referee decided to give a brand ambassador of on- privileged to collaborate opening match of the five- defence held on throughout The Indian shot-stopper penalty stroke to the hosts, line fantasy sports platform with StarPick known as a match series at the Consejo the first quarter. was called into action again which was well converted StarPick. company that is redefining Superior de Deportes Hock- The visitors had chances at the start of the third quar- by Riera in the 48th minute. “We are thrilled to have fantasy sports in India.” ey Stadium, here today. of their own, but could not ter when she made a save Four minutes later, Riera the true champion of Indi- StarPick also an - I t wa s a n e ve n ly produce clear goal-scoring from a penalty corner. At the was awarded her second an Football, Sunil Chhetri, nounced the launch of the matched encounter between opportunities. Skipper Rani other end of the pitch, Rani goal of the match as her as our brand ambassador, 2018 Football World Cup the two teams but the hosts Rampal had a glorious tried to make amends of the drag-flick from a penalty who shares his admiration online platform, offering were helped by the efficient chance in the 14th minute missed opportunities but her corner was deflected by for the World Cup as well prizes worth Rs 20 crore. finishing shown by Lola but her shot ended up going shot on goal was saved by Sunita Lakra’s stick into the as his vision for football The platform will now en- Riera (48’, 52’) and Berta wide. Maria Ruiz. back of the net, giving Spain in fantasy sports, which is gage with football fans to Bonastre (6’) whose goals India started the second The visitors looked to a 3-0 lead. slated to be the next hot but- enable them to use their were enough to secure the quarter fairly well as Anupa Indian eves started on a losing note. find an equaliser in the final India tried to find an ton gripping the fan base,” skills to build and own their victory. Barla’s shot in the 19th min- quarter of the match as they opening in the latter stages Trigam Mukherjee, Co- teams on the platform and Spain dominated pos- ute was saved by Spanish match but could not get the minute but the resulting shot took a more attacking ap- of the match, but the Span- Founder & CEO, StarPick be a part of the excitement session in the opening quar- Goalkeeper Maria Ruiz. equalising goal. went just wide of the Span- proach and let runners get ish ensured comfortable vic- said in a release. associated with the Football ter as 26-year-old Bonastre The next minute Rani had India were awarded a ish post. Two minutes later, past the Spanish defenders tory with sufficient players “We look forward to World Cup in Russia. found herself in the right her second chance of the penalty corner in the 24th the hosts looked to counter on the flanks. behind the ball. EastErn Mirror | Dimapur, Thursday, June 14, 2018

C M Y K 12 SPORTS FIFA WORLD CUP RUSSIA 2018 Achilles the cat predicts Russian Spain rocked by coach change; victory at World Cup opening match Hierro replaces Lopetegui Moscow, June 13 (IANS): having a moderately suc- Spain's preparations for cessful season, but failing the FIFA World Cup have to lead the club to promo- been hit hard a day before tion to the La Liga. He left the tournament kicks off after just a year in charge to with the Spanish Football join the RFEF for a second Federation, RFEF confirm- spell as Director of Sport. ing on Wednesday that Fer- Hierro, who played 89 nando Hierro will be the times for Spain, will have head coach of the national just two training sessions team following the decision with the team before Spain to sack Real Madrid-bound kick off their World Cup Julen Lopetegui earlier in campaign. the day. Following the World Lopetegui was fired just Cup, he will almost certain- AP/PTI hours after Real Madrid had ly step down, with former Achilles the cat, one of the State Hermitage Museum mice hunters, lies on a table after attempting to confirmed that he would be Malaga and Getafe boss predict the result of the opening match of the 2018 FIFA World Cup between Russia and Saudi Arabia in their new first team coach Michel Gonzalez and cur- St.Petersburg, Russia on Wednesday, June 13. Achilles chose Russia. for the coming season, de- Spain replaces fired coach Julen Lopetegui (L) with Fernando Hierro. rent Under-21 boss Albert spite Lopetegui having only Celades the two favourites Saint Petersburg, June 13 (IANS): "Achil- interest in the multinational cat-chow in recently agreed to a new by La Liga powerhouse Real Spain are in Group B of player. The 50-year-old Hi- to take over on a long-term les," the feline resident mouse-catcher at front of him. contract to lead the Span- Madrid. the World Cup, alongside erro had been working as basis. St. Petersburg's Hermitage museum, was Finally, after fidgeting with the scaled- ish national team until 2020 "We have been forced Portugal, Iran and Morocco. the Director of Sport for Meanwhile Spain cap- on Wednesday promoted to Soccer-oracle- down replica of the "Telstar" 2018 World and remained unbeaten in to break our agreement. Spain will begin their cam- the RFEF and has the ad- tain Sergio Ramos used his in-chief stardom after predicting Russia's Cup official football, Achilles followed the 20 games, reports Xinhua The Spain team is the team paign against Portugal on vantage of being already Twitter account to send a victory versus Saudi Arabia on the opening hallowed steps of the late Paul the Octopus news agency. of all the Spaniards, you Friday. on the ground in Russia message of unity after what World Cup match that kicks off Thursday at and chose the cat-bowl with the Russian The decision to show can not do things this way, The line-up, which fea- and knowing the players have been 24 chaotic hours Moscow's Luzhniki stadium. tricolour flag. Lopetegui the door came 2-3 days before the World tures the likes of Diego Cos- well, although he has only for the Spain squad. Facing a wall of photographers filling His choice resulted in an eruption of just 48 hours ahead of Cup. We have been forced ta, Sergio Ramos, Andrés limited experience as a first "We are Spain, we rep- the 2018 World Cup Press centre in the old laughter and applause which did not bother Spain's World Cup opener to make this decision with Iniesta, David Silva and team coach. resent our badge, our co- Imperial Tsarist capital, the blue-eyed, furry him as apart of being an intuitive feline, he against Portugal in Sochi, Julen Lopetegui, who has Gerard Piqué, is tasked with "We are in a very diffi- lours, our supporters and white kitty took his time before choosing is also deaf. leaving little time to find a done an impeccable job," emulating Spain's 2010 cult situation, but the play- our country. Our responsi- one of the two cat-bowls placed in front of Afterward, the master of ceremonies replacement. Rubiales said. World Cup winning feat. ers and the new coaching bility and commitment is to him, reported Efe. presented Achilles with the red sweater of RFEF President Luis Ru- "But we cannot accept But the current situation staff will do everything in you and for you, yesterday, On the right side stood the Russian na- the Russian squad and handed him back biales said in a shock presser this behaviour. This has will mar their campaign. their power to take us to today and tomorrow, to- tional colours and to the left the deep green to her owner Anna Kasatkina, a Hermit- that he had lost confidence been done without our The task of quickly set- the furthest," Rubiales said. gether," tweeted the central colours of the Saudi kingdom. age Museum veterinary, amid a barrage of in Lopetegui after learning knowledge. I do not feel tling into the new job will Hierro coached second defender, who will have Achilles seemed more concerned with flashbulbs. about the news five minutes betrayed. But this is how it be on Hierro, a Spain and division side Real Oviedo in Lopetegui as his coach at the dozens of video and photographic Achilles the cat departed without giving before it was made public must be." Real Madrid legend as a the 2016-2017 campaign, Real Madrid next season. cameras around him than in expressing an official statement. Salah uncertainty overshadows Players to watch out for at FIFA World Cup Suarez's bid for redemption he bit Italian defender Gior- gio Chiellini in the clos- ing stage of Uruguay’s last group game and was sub- sequently slapped with a re- cord nine-match ban from competitive internationals. But Suarez has contin- ued to be key for his country Ronaldo Lionel Messi Neymar Antoine Griezmann Harry Kane and is back with a chance to redeem himself in a strong Moscow, June 13 (IANS): There are plenty of makes the final squad. Jamie Vardy, Argentina's Sergio "Kun" Aguero, Uruguay side, still with the outstanding footballers whose skills will be on The list of defenders is full of big names such France's Antoine Griezmann, Belgium's Romelu core of the squad that fin- display at this summer's 2018 FIFA World Cup, as Brazil full backs Marcelo and Dani Alves, Spain Lukaku, Spain's Alvaro Morata, Senegal's Sadio Mohamed Salah ished fourth in South Africa in addition to the obvious superstars like Argen- duo Dani Carvajal and Jordi Alba, France's Layvin Mane, Mexico's Javier "Chicharito" Hernandez eight years ago. tina's Lionel Messi, Portugal's Cristiano Ronald Kurzawa and Germany's Joshua Kimmich. and Poland's Robert Lewandowski. Moscow, June 13 (Reuters): “I want there to be the Uruguay finished sec- and Brazil's Neymar. Other key players will be Argentina central There will also be a number of World Cup Uncertainty over whether possibility of this being my ond in the South American Some of the biggest names in the sport are to defender Nicolas Otamendi, Portugal's Pepe, debuts in Russia, including France's Kylian Mohamed Salah has recov- World Cup, after having left qualifying and are consid- be among the 736 players on 32 national teams Germany's Mats Hummels, Spain's Sergio Ra- Mbappe, Kingsley Coman and Ousmane Dem- ered from his shoulder in- in the way I did in 2014,” ered favourites to top Group from five continents, excluding a few strong mos and Gerard Pique, France's Samuel Umtiti bele, England's Delle Ali and Marcus Rashford, jury and will play for Egypt he said in a recent radio A, despite the presence of players such as Gianluigi Buffon, Gareth Bale and Raphael Varane and Uruguay's Diego Godin Germany's Leroy Sane, Timo Werner and Leon in their World Cup opener interview. hosts Russia. and Alexis Sanchez, who failed to qualify for this and Raul Jimenez as well as Brazil's Marquinhos Goretzka, Brazil's Gabriel Jesus, Argentina's against Uruguay in Yekat- Now 31, and Uruguay’s Egypt return to the year's tournament, reports Efe. and Thiago Silva. Paulo Dybala, Spain's Isco, Lucas Vazquez and erinburg on Friday is likely leading goal scorer, Suarez World Cup for the first time While Messi, Ronaldo and Neymar -- all Great defensive midfielders are also to take Marco Asensio, Colombia's Davinson Sanchez, to continue until just hours was the catalyst for his since 1990, having finally seeking their maiden World Cup title -- will be part in the tournament such as Brazil's Casemiro, Switzerland's Manuel Akanji, Portugal's Guedes before kick off. country’s unlikely march overcome a succession of the main course, they are not the only items on Spain's Sergio Busquets, Croatia's Mateo Kovacic and Mexico's Hirving Lozano. Egypt’s crucial perform- to the semi-finals in 2010. qualifying failures despite fans' plates during the event, held from June 15 and Ivan Rakitic, Germany's Toni Kroos and Ilkay Some talented Middle Eastern players, er has been battling against However, he earned noto- strong performances in the to July 15. Gundogan, Serbia's Nemanja Matic, Belgium's though not well-known, are heading to Russia time to be fit for the Group riety in their controversial African Nations Cup. This applies to all positions, including great Radja Nainggolan and France's Paul Pogba. this year for their share of the fame, followed A encounter since hurting quarter-final victory, when Coach Hector Cuper goalkeepers such as Spain's David De Gea, Bel- During the tournament, look for attacks from closely by fans back home, such as Egypt winger ligaments in an awkward he handled the ball on the could choose to play Essam gium's Thibaut Courtois, France's Hugo Lloris players like Brazil's Philippe Coutinho, Croatia's Mahmoud Abdel-Moneim, best known as fall in the early stages of last goal line to deny opponents El Hadary, who will set the and Brazil's Alisson, all of whom are set to take Luka Modric, Spain's Andres Iniesta and David "Kahraba," who plays for Saudi Arabian club month’s Champions League Ghana a place in the last record for the oldest player part in the event, although Spain's Buffon and Silva, Belgium's Eden Hazard and Kevin de Al-Ittihad. final. four instead. to feature at a World Cup if Iker Casillas will be out. Bruyne, Portugal's Bernardo Silva, Colombia's Though not as famous as his compatriots Mo The speculation has tak- Suarez was hailed a self- he plays on Friday. Germany has two of the best goalkeepers in James Rodriguez and Germany's Mesut Ozil. Salah and Mohamed Elneny, he is expected to en the spotlight away from sacrificing hero back home The veteran goalkeeper the world - Manuel Neuer and Marc-Andre ter There are plenty of world-class heavyweights put in a good show. the return to the World Cup for the calculated decision, will be 45 years, four months Stegen - and they will be competing for a place besides Messi, Ronaldo and Neymar to watch The same applies to Tunisia forward Youssef arena of Uruguay’s own tal- for which he was sent off and 29 days old, easily beat- in the defending champion's starting line-up. as well. Msakni (Qatari Duhail), Morocco midfielder isman, Luis Suarez, whose and suspended, but derided ing the mark set by 43-year- At age 45, Egypt's veteran keeper Essam al- These include Egypt's Mohamed Salah, Uru- Hakim Ziyech (Dutch Ajax) and Saudi Arabia's two previous appearances everywhere else for an act of old Colombian goalkeeper Hadary may set a new World Cup record as the guay's Luis Suarez and Edinson Cavani, Colom- Mohammad al-Sahlaw, the top-scorer in the at the finals have ensured callous gamesmanship. Faryd Mondragon at the last oldest player to take part in the competition if he bia's Radamel Falcao, England's Harry Kane and qualifiers, tied with Lewandowski at 16 goals. him a legacy of folly. In Brazil four years ago, finals in Brazil. Fans flock to Germany's first World Cup training session Vatutinki (Russia), June 13 impressed amid off-field the shock 2-1 away defeat (AFP): Germany got down rumblings after he and Me- against Austria earlier this to business in the defence sut Ozil were criticised for month following their per- 2018 of their World Cup title on posing alongside Turkish ceived support for Erdo- Wednesday with their first president Recep Tayyip gan. training session in Rus- Erdogan last month. Gundogan has insist- FIFA WORLD CUP sia, which was open to the Defender Mats Hum- ed their meeting with the public. mels, plus wingers Marco Turkish leader was not po- Around 400 spectators, Reus and Julian Brandt also litically motivated. who needed tickets to see stood out. A large group of chil- the world champions in Centre-back Jerome dren from Moscow's Ger- action, and 200 media saw Boateng was lacking sharp- man school were among head coach Joachim Loew ness after only recently re- the enthusiastic specta- put the German squad turning from a groin injury. tors and Loew had to ask through their paces in a Arsenal midfielder Ozil, for quiet from the excited series of short matches. who is refusing to com- youngsters so he could Dozens of ticketless lo- ment on the Erdogan con- brief his players. cals had to wait outside as troversy, trained despite Germany open their V security was tight at the missing Friday's 2-1 friend- World Cup campaign at CSKA Moscow training German players seen during a practice session on Wednesday, June 13. ly win over Saudi Arabia Moscow's Luzhniki Sta- complex near the Germany with a knee injury. dium on Sunday when they S team hotel in Vatutinki, Captain Manuel Neuer goalkeeper has only just re- foot. Both Ozil and Gundo- face Mexico. Their other RUSSIA SAUDI ARABIA a 45-minute drive from looked sharp, making sev- turned from eight months Manchester City mid- gan were booed by dis- opponents in Group F are 8:30 PM IST Moscow. eral saves even though the sidelined by a fractured fielder Ilkay Gundogan also gruntled German fans in Sweden and South Korea.

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