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Caritas Maurice et Caritas Agalega se joignent pour une formation de 6 mois en lifeskills à Agalega
Caritas Maurice et Caritas Agalega se joignent pour une formation de 6 mois en lifeskills à Agalega. Une vingtaine de personnes se rendent sur l’île ce dimanche. Une équipe composée d’Agaléens et de religieuses mauriciennes. La formation en lifeskills concerne la gestion du budget familial et des conflits au sein de la famille et aussi [...]
18 Nov 2011, MBC
Birmanie: accord du parti de Suu Kyi pour revenir à la légalité
RANGOUN (AFP)Une majorité des délégués du principal parti de l'opposition birmane, emmené par l'opposante Aung San Suu Kyi, se sont exprimés vendredi en faveur de son ré-enregistrement officiel, un an et demi après sa dissolution par le pouvoir, a indiqué un porte-parole.L'annonce officielle de cette décision de la Ligue nationale pour la démocratie (LND) était attendue en début d'après-midi mais ne faisait plus de doute, après un avis favorable des délégations de "tous les Etats et régions" du pays, a indiqué Kyi Toe, précisant que les comités des Jeunes et des Femmes du parti devaient encore formellement s'exprimer.
18 Nov 2011, Orange Ki News ?
Décès d’un enfant de 6 ans hier après-midi à Medine Camp de Masque
Décès d’un enfant de 6 ans hier après-midi à Medine Camp de Masque. Selon nos informations, Adriano Chenel aurait été retrouvé sous un échafaudage. Il jouait dans sa cour à l’Avenue des Hibous quand le drame s’est produit. Nous apprenons que l’enfant était sous la garde de sa grand-mère alors que ses parents étaient au [...]
18 Nov 2011, MBC
2 dead in botched surgeries since 2005
Out of the 75 liposuction operations since 2005, two resulted in deaths and they were all performed in four private medical institutions. This was stated by the minister of Health and Quality of Life Lormus Bundhoo at the National Assembly in reply to the private notice question of the Leader of the Opposition Paul Bérenger [...]
18 Nov 2011, The Independent Daily
Union urges PM to revise labour laws
The Union of Bus Industry Workers (UBIW) held a press meet on Thursday in Port Louis to comment on the case filed in the Industrial Court by former bus conductor Shamshaad Edoo. He is contesting the gratuity paid by his former employee, United Bus Service (UBS). They also spoke on the working conditions of employees. [...]
18 Nov 2011, The Independent Daily
Infotech 2012 offers career guidance
The 18th edition of InfoTech will include two new components the career guidance corner and the Green ICT Zone. The event will be held from November 24 to 27 at the Swami Vivekananda International Convention Centre (SVICC) at Pailles. This was announced on Thursday in a press conference held at the head office of the [...]
18 Nov 2011, The Independent Daily
US embassy to advise students
In a bid to counsel Mauritian students on higher studies in the United States, a general advising session was organised on Thursday by the US embassy in Port Louis. Around 15 students, who are about to finish their secondary education, attended it.This was an opportunity for the students to understand the benefits as well as [...]
18 Nov 2011, The Independent Daily
Passion Drive, Viglietti to launch Maserati brand
Passion Drive Co Ltd and Maserati South Africa held a press meet on Thursday at Ebene to announce the private grand launch of the Maserati brand of cars in Mauritius. The event was held in the presence of the chief executive officer of Passion Drive, Ravi Ettoo, Viglietti Motors CEO Mervyn Eagles and national marketing [...]
18 Nov 2011, The Independent Daily
Caudan titles 15th anniv as ‘White Christmas’
In order to mark the 15th anniversary of Le Caudan Waterfront, various activities that will go on from November 26 to December 30 have been organised. The theme chosen this year is related to the Christmas celebrations and is titled White Christmas. In addition, a new logo has also been launched. Philippe L d‘Arifat, centre [...]
18 Nov 2011, The Independent Daily
Lottotech releases Rs 1.2 bn for benevolence
Under its contribution to the Consolidated Fund (Rs 1.16 billion) and the National Solidarity Fund (Rs 57 million), the Loterie Nationale since its inception two years ago in Ebene has disbursed nearly Rs 1.2 billion. Speaking to The Independent, Stellio Antonio, public affairs manager of Loterie Nationale stated that the company contributes mainly in four [...]
18 Nov 2011, The Independent Daily
Seeruttun qualifies budget tailormade in favour of private sector
During the parliamentary debate on the 2012 budget, Mouvement Socialiste Militant (MSM) MP Mahen Seeruttun qualified the budget as incoherent and said that Finance minister Xavier-Luc Duval largely ignored the notion of “putting people first”. Seeruttun explained that the budget was exclusively designed for the fat cats of the private sector. The MP spoke of [...]
18 Nov 2011, The Independent Daily
Helène Lam Po Tang’s sister emotionally upset in court
During the preliminary hearing on Wednesday, two people were cross examined for the murder trial of Helene Lam Po Tang at the District Court of Pamplemousses. A forensic scientist and sister of the victim, Meu Cheng Wong Min were questioned by the defense lawyer Rama Valayden. Valayden was representing the main accused Sanjeev Nunkoo. The [...]
18 Nov 2011, The Independent Daily
Biomed centre recognised as hub of excellence
The vision of transforming Mauritius into a knowledge hub is gradually taking shape. The African Network for Drugs and Diagnostics Innovation (ANDI) has recognised the Centre for Biomedical and Biomaterials Research (CBBR) of the University of Mauritius (UoM) as a place of excellence. In a meeting with the press on Thursday at Réduit, UoM vice [...]
18 Nov 2011, The Independent Daily
Makers of Don 2 issue statement on the copyright infringement allegation
The makers of Don 2- Excel Entertainment- are upset about the allegations levied on them by Nariman Films. An official statement issued by the legal counsel of Excel Entertainment reads, "Excel Entertainment has not infringed any copyright leave alone that of Don (starring Amitabh Bachchan) by producing Don 2. Further, Excel Entertainment is the bona-fide author and owner of copyright of the films Don - The Chase Begins Again (i.e. Don 1), which has been confirmed by Nariman Films in writing. Excel is also the owner of the copyrights of Don 2." The statement further mentions, "In 2005, Nariman Films …
18 Nov 2011, Orange Ki News ?
US police re-open probe into Natalie Wood's death
LOS ANGELES (AFP)US police are to re-open the investigation into the death of US actress Natalie Wood, who died in mysterious circumstances while boating in 1981, they said.The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD) on Thursday said new information had come to light over the death, which was deemed an accident at the time but which has long fueled speculation.Wood drowned aged 43 while boating off of Catalina Island, near Los Angeles on November 29, 1981. It was investigated by the LASD and the LA County Coroner's Office, who ruled it was an accident."Recently Sheriff's Homicide Investigators were contacted by …
18 Nov 2011, Orange Ki News ?
Beckham remains mum on his future plans
LOS ANGELES (AFP)David Beckham remained mum on his much-discussed football future, saying he is firmly focused on his Los Angeles Galaxy's weekend clash with Houston for the MLS Cup.Major League Soccer's title match on Sunday could see Beckham go out a champion, with his five-year contract with the Galaxy coming to a close.There remains a chance Beckham could yet return to the Galaxy, while French club Paris Saint-Germain confirmed last week that they are in "discussions" over the possibility of signing the former England captain.Beckham, 36, has expressed interest in the project that PSG are assembling with the huge financial …
18 Nov 2011, Orange Ki News ?
Les Vacanciers Ne Fuient Pas La Destination Réunion
Selon un sondage réalisé par Ipsos, 83 % des personnes interrogées ( en France notamment) ne renonceraient pas à venir en vacances dans l’île malgré les phénomènes qui ont marqué l’actualité locale. Une tendance confirmée par les professionnels du tourisme.
18 Nov 2011, business.mega.mu
Salman Khan to work with Subhash Ghai
With Wanted, Dabangg, Ready and Bodyguard all becoming mega hits Salman Khan has become one of the most sought after actors today. With his next film Ek Tha Tiger already in production and Dabangg 2 in process Salman is all set for exciting times ahead. Though he may have a line-up of films in the pipeline, Bollywood Hungama has learnt that Salman has agreed to star in Subhash Ghai's next film in 2012. The buzz is that Salman will be doing Ghai's film in October next year. There are also talks that A.R.Rahman would be composing music for this project. …
18 Nov 2011, Orange Ki News ?
Abhishek thanks his fans, well-wishers and media for all the love and support
After becoming a proud father of a baby girl, Abhishek Bachchan is but obviously on cloud nine. AB Jr's wife Aishwarya delivered a baby girl earlier this week and since then the celebrations have begun at the Bachchan household. Abhishek also thanked all his fans, well-wishers and the media for their love and support during this joyous occasion. The actor said, "It's a momentous occasion for the family and we are overwhelmed with all the love we have received from all our fans, the media and the industry. Both Aishwarya and the baby are doing great and we can't wait …
18 Nov 2011, Orange Ki News ?
Sans illusions, professeurs et étudiants manifestent à Madrid et Barcelone
MADRID (AFP)Professeurs et étudiants ont manifesté jeudi à Madrid et Barcelone contre les coupes budgétaires qui frappent l'éducation, sans illusion sur l'issue des législatives de dimanche qui devraient donner la victoire à la droite et être suivies de nouvelles mesures de rigueur."Pour une éducation publique de qualité, non aux coupes budgétaires", "l'éducation ne se vend pas, elle se défend", proclamaient des banderoles portées par le cortège d'étudiants qui a rejoint à Madrid des milliers d'enseignants, mobilisés depuis septembre contre les économies décidées par le gouvernement régional de droite.Six personnes ont été interpellées, selon des journalistes sur place, lors de brefs …
17 Nov 2011, Orange Ki News ?