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Pampering pooches : A new business line
Small businesses that provide services to pet owners are booming. The affection that people hold for animals is creating opportunities for entrepreneurs looking to start up in the pet care sector, which now spans a wide range of services, from pet sitting and boarding, to pet therapy, training and grooming.…
14 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Prize Giving for the Young Commonwealth Essay Competition
The English Speaking Union, in collaboration with Barclays Bank Mauritius Limited, organised a prize-award ceremony on Friday 28 February to reward the best entries for Mauritius for the Young Commonwealth Essay Competition 2013.
14 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Drowning : 13 cases since New Year!
How many more drowning and near drowning must we read in our newspapers before adults wise up as to how easy it is for people to become a victim in water? The number of drowning-related cases is currently at 13. Only one out of the thirteen were rescued. We all…
14 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Mosadeq Sahebdin : “We urge for mobile number portability”
World Consumer Rights Day was established on 15 March 1983 to promote consumer rights around the world. This year’s World Consumer Rights Day (WCRD) campaign, “Fix Our Phone Rights!”, is devoted to tackling the issues that most affect consumers of mobile services.
14 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
The choice of 12th of March for Independence
News on Sunday, in its quest for truth and at putting historical events in their true perspective, has been able to obtain a precious document from a researcher and political analyst based in the UK on the choice of the 12th of March to celebrate the independence of Mauritius.
14 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Camels in Mauritius after 46 years of independence?
Cultivating sorghum rice and rearing camels in Mauritius may seem farfetched ideas but are already contemplated by farmers. After 46 years of independence, the country is still struggling to be self sufficient in staple food and imports have increased to MUR 47,200 billion. Is foreign competitive efficiency the disadvantage or…
14 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Dr Jack Keel and Mr Hiding : Hole story
DR JACK KEEL: Paul Bérenger went to see the hole?MR HIDING: Whose hole?
14 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Malaysia and Mauritius: Common economic visions
The Business Forum organised by the Board of Investment at Grand Baie has been hailed a success. The forum was attended by Malaysian Trade and Industry Minister Mustapha Mohamed and his delegation.
14 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Leena Sowambur – Expert in digital music business : “To be successful in the music industry, one needs investment”
Leena Sowambur is an established expert in digital music business. She has two music business degrees and ten years in digital marketing and PR. Founder of Positively Music, she has acquired considerable experience in this new but challenging field. She shares with News on Sunday her views on various issues…
14 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Homeowners going for lock-up-and-go lifestyle
Professionals in the real estate sector observe that middle aged people are ready to pay premium prices for secured residential complexes or apartments. A new lifestyle is getting popular, where the homeowner can simply lock-up for a week and not worry about security or mowing the lawn.
14 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Megane Fabre : Of charm and cheekiness
She carries with her a dynamic energy, a quick wit and altered style which is unique. Her flair and demeanor resounds with intelligence and confidence and there is no doubt that she has that special something which commands industry attention. In this exclusive interview with News on Sunday, Megane gives…
14 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Devianee Ramchurn : The forward-looking councillor
Some women really evoke admiration and respect by their courage and determination. They are the proof that women are as strong and capable as men, not to say to their equal.
14 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
D.A.V College : Love, respect and Success!
It is 12:30 - lunch time. I step through the front gate and immediately the brouhaha of laughter and cheer of the midday break assails me.
14 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Université de Maurice : Promouvoir le mauricianisme
À l’Université de Maurice (UoM), les étudiants s’engagent aussi dans le cadre de la fête de l’Indépendance. Ce vendredi 14 mars, deux activités auront lieu, un « Mega Show » et un « Citizenship Day », où le mauricianisme sera mis à l’honneur.
14 Mar 2014, Le Defi Quotidien
Dossier ‘Femmes’ : Les droits humains s’accordent aussi au féminin
« Le seul bleu acceptable sur le visage d’une femme est le bleu de son maquillage… »La Journée internationale de la femme est derrière nous. Fini les discours, les engagements et les célébrations à l’honneur de la gent féminine. Cependant, la violence envers le même sexe ne diminue pas. Aucune…
14 Mar 2014, Le Defi Quotidien
Price of Sugar Will Be Increased
Certainty: the price of sugar will soon lift. Kilo of sugar can reach Rs 3.70 per kg.
14 Mar 2014, business.mega.mu
Amity: l’accréditation en suspens
L’Amity Institute of Higher Education attend le renouvellement de son accréditation par la TEC. Dans un communiqué émis ce vendredi 14 mars, l’instance régulatrice explique qu’elle n’a pas annulé le recrutement des élèves de cet établissement, mais que le permis temporaire de l’institution a expiré.
14 Mar 2014, Lexpress.mu
Russian Troops Mass at Border With Ukraine
With a referendum on secession looming in Crimea, Russia massed troops and armored vehicles in at least three regions along Ukraine’s eastern border on Thursday, alarming the interim Ukraine government about a possible invasion and significantly escalating tensions in the crisis between the Kremlin and the West.
14 Mar 2014, business.mega.mu
Rodrigues Under Water
Heavy clouds threatening and overran the sky at Rodrigues,. All schools have closed their doors this Friday, March 14th Rodrigues. This, after the torrential rain of the national weather station from 4:00 am. The authorities are on the alert.
14 Mar 2014, business.mega.mu
L’avis aux pluies torrentielles maintenu à Rodrigues
Il pleut des cordes à Rodrigues depuis jeudi 13 mars. L’alerte aux pluies torrentielles, émise tôt vendredi 14 mars par la station météorologique de Vacoas, a été maintenue.
14 Mar 2014, Le Defi Media Live News