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Mauritian scholar beats the odds to meet the Queen
Our colonialism era is gone but still, none of us would miss an opportunity to shake hands and share a few words with Her Majesty The Queen of the United Kingdom.
21 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Siven Selloyee : ‘Prof. Michael Porter conference will be of great support to our top business leaders’
White House advisor, Professor Michael. E. Porter, is visiting Mauritius and the Indian Ocean as from 2 April 2014.
21 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Economic Democratisation : A myth or reality?
Economic Democratisation signifies redistribution of wealth, which has been concentrated among a few large conglomerates, with the purpose of achieving more equality among all Mauritians.
21 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Parliament resumes : Opposition in a fiery mood, government relaxed
The National Assembly is resuming its session on Tuesday 25 March after New Year vacations, that is, since the end of November 2013.
21 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Dengue fever outbreak in Triolet prompts health warning
Health Minister Lormus Bundhoo has confirmed that there are 15 persons suffering from dengue fever in Triolet. They all belong to the same neighborhood at 7e Mile. Of the 15 patients, six are from the same family, three from another family and the remaining six live in the same area.
21 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Second Edition of Mauritius Excellence Awards for Cooperatives launched
The second edition of the Mauritius Excellence Awards for Cooperatives (MEAC) was officially launched this week by the Minister of Business, Enterprise and Cooperatives, Mr Jangbahadoorsing Seetaram.
21 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Second Edition of Mauritius Excellence Awards for Cooperatives launched
The second edition of the Mauritius Excellence Awards for Cooperatives (MEAC) was officially launched this week by the Minister of Business, Enterprise and Cooperatives, Mr Jangbahadoorsing Seetaram.
21 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Dr Jack Keel and Mr Hiding : The Mobile in question
DR JACK KEEL: The mobile phone can prove to be a killer eventually?MR HIDING: What makes you say so?
21 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Wake-Up Session : Démarrer 2014 sur une bonne note
La première Wake-Up Session au calendrier de cette année se déroulera le 5 avril prochain, au Caudan Waterfront. Entre 14 heures et 17 heures, les fans de "Break Dance", de Rap et de "Beatbox", entre autres, auront l’occasion de démontrer leurs talents au public présent.
21 Mar 2014, Le Defi Quotidien
Gaëtan Raynal State College : Like birds soaring in the sky
Amidst the lot of star schools, this is one which rarely comes in the limelight. While doing justice to its reputation of one of the best schools of the country based on its academic achievements, it can also be qualified as a pioneer for having embarked in several laudable projects.…
21 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
The Intercollege Challenge Cup Debate Competition
The finals of the first edition of the Intercollege Challenge Cup Debate Competition were held last week at the Rajiv Gandhi Science Centre (RGSC) at Bell Village.
21 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Appeal: Rs 8,000 fine maintained for assault
Justices Ashraf Caunhye and Nalini Matadeen sitting on appeal have last week upheld the ruling of the District Court of Curepipe convicting and sentencing Municipal Inspector Narain Rawoteea to a fine of Rs 8,000, after the latter was found guilty by the Magistrate on a charge of aggression on the…
21 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
The two Moraby brothers acquitted on a charge of money laundering under the FIAMLA
The independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) has not been able to prove its case for money laundering “beyond reasonable doubt” against the Moraby brothers.
21 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Brad Pettitt, Mayor of Freenantle, Australia : “Your long-term path to success will be based around enhancing what really makes you different ”
A Mayor that is loved by its city; someone who loves what he does, cycles to work, promotes community exchange & societal values, and protects cultural heritage; it almost feels too good to be true! Brad Pettitt, Dean of the School Sustainability at Murdoch University & Mayor of the famous…
21 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Brad Pettitt, Mayor of Freenantle, Australia : “Your long-term path to success will be based around enhancing what really makes you different ”
A Mayor that is loved by its city; someone who loves what he does, cycles to work, promotes community exchange & societal values, and protects cultural heritage; it almost feels too good to be true! Brad Pettitt, Dean of the School Sustainability at Murdoch University & Mayor of the famous…
21 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Misleading Indicators
“If you can’t measure it, you can’t manage it.” That is the wisdom behind metrics like gross domestic product and other aggregate indicators that signal the health of national economies around the world. Policymakers and planners have used these numbers for decades to help them understand how to guide domestic…
21 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Ring Road cracks due to ‘faulty design’
The consulting firm Arab Consulting Engineers, who worked on the Ring Road project, has already submitted a preliminary report to the Road Development Authority on the cracks noted on part of this road in Pailles.
21 Mar 2014, Le Defi News on Sunday
Le bonheur : Concept fluctuant et exorbitant
L’argent ne fait pas le bonheur, nous dit le proverbe. Mais il semblerait qu’il y contribue, à voir les divers spots de publicité. Le bonheur se vend et s’achète. Être heureux, c’est posséder. Un véritable business qui prend une ampleur démesurée dans la société.
21 Mar 2014, Le Defi Quotidien
Envoyez-nous vos photos des grosses averses
Il pleut des cordes sur l’ensemble de l’île vendredi 21 mars. Vous avez témoigné une scène particulière ? Vous pouvez partager vos photos que nous publierons sur notre site www.defimedia.info
21 Mar 2014, Le Defi Media Live News
Hippisme : décision samedi pour savoir si la première journée sera maintenue
La première journée du calendrier hippique 2014, prévue pour samedi 22 mars, est-elle compromise en raison des grosses averses qui s’abattent sur l’ensemble du pays depuis la matinée ?
21 Mar 2014, Le Defi Media Live News