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MFDC celebrates silver jubilee
The Mauritius Film Development Board (MFDC) held its 25th anniversary celebrations at The Link, Ebene on October 15. The event started with an entertaining dance sequence by Nalini Dance Group on songs from Bollywood films, some which were shot in Mauritius and MFDC has been an integral part of, from Sautan to the latest FALTU. [...]
17 Oct 2011, The Independent Daily
Five PL councillors accused of fraud
Raouf Khodabaccus, advisor at the municipality of Port Louis, filed a case against five of his colleagues on October 11. He has accused five councillors of being involved in the manipulation of boxes containing sports equipment coming from China. The equipment reached Mauritius in the month of April. According to Khodabaccus, documents were manipulated so [...]
17 Oct 2011, The Independent Daily
Rise of cancer cases in women
According to the Ministry of Health and Quality of Life, cancer cases in Mauritius are on the rise. The most common type of cancer affecting females is breast cancer. A half-day workshop under the theme ‘Breast cancer: From research to practice’ was organised on October 14 at the University of Mauritius (UoM), Réduit to raise [...]
17 Oct 2011, The Independent Daily
Nurses launch hand washing campaign
As part of the Global Handwashing Day held on October 15, the Nursing Association (NA) launched a poster on the guidelines on hand washing to educate health care professionals and patients on this important procedure that must be respected to avoid contamination. “Awareness on the importance of washing hands after contact with patients in the [...]
17 Oct 2011, The Independent Daily
Minister Bappoo urges public to be courteous towards white cane
To celebrate the International White Cane Day which is observed on October 15, a walk for those who are visually impaired was organised by the Lois Lagesse centre of Beau Bassin on Saturday. The minister of Social Security, National Solidarity and Reform Institutions Sheila Bappoo and the mayor of Beau-Bassin/ Rose-Hill, Norbert Froget were present [...]
17 Oct 2011, The Independent Daily
Bizlall, unions find reforms
There should be negotiation and dialogue between the ministry and the Front Commun du Secteur du Sucre regarding reforms in the sugar industry stated Jack Bizlall, spokesman of the Front Commun. “A council of trade unions in the sugar sector must be established by the Front Commun so that the voices of the unions concerned [...]
17 Oct 2011, The Independent Daily
Dayal ‘to eradicate poverty’ in 10 years
The United Nations’ (UN) International Day for the Eradication of Poverty will be observed on Monday, October 17. The aim is to promote people’s awareness for the need to eradicate poverty and destitution, worldwide, particularly in developing countries. Under the theme ‘From poverty to sustainability: People at the centre of inclusive Development’, a series of [...]
17 Oct 2011, The Independent Daily
Private sector meets to help women entrepreneurs
Upon the invitation of the National Women Entrepreneur Council (NWEC), representatives from the hotel industry, supermarkets and top-notch companies will participate at a buyer-seller meeting with women entrepreneurs on Monday at The Link Hotel, Ebène. The initiative aims to improve relations between the NWEC and the various partners. Organised in collaboration with Barclays Bank PLC, [...]
17 Oct 2011, The Independent Daily
Murder case heard in district court
The preliminary investigation of the brutal death of Khairoonessa Tengur, 58 began at the District Court of Port Louis before the magistrate Nalini Senevrayar Cunden. Amanulah Sharil Samoon Emamdee, a street vendor, Naseerudin Tengur, the victim’s nephew and a 14-year-old minor have been accused in this case. Following the investigation by the Major Crime Investigation [...]
17 Oct 2011, The Independent Daily
Arabie: le roi Abdallah hospitalisé pour une nouvelle opération
RYAD (AFP)Le roi Abdallah d'Arabie saoudite, 87 ans, a été hospitalisé à Ryad pour subir une nouvelle opération au dos, a annoncé dans la nuit de dimanche à lundi l'agence officielle SPA.Le souverain saoudien avait subi l'an dernier aux Etats-Unis deux opérations à la suite d'une hernie discale. Il doit être à nouveau opéré "en raison d'un relâchement du ligament stabilisateur autour de la troisième vertèbre", selon l'agence.Le cabinet royal avait annoncé mardi que le souverain saoudien souffrait à nouveau du dos et qu'il serait opéré dans les prochains jours à Ryad.Le roi Abdallah avait été opéré en novembre 2010 …
16 Oct 2011, Orange Ki News ?
IndyCar: l'Anglais Dan Wheldon tué dans un accident en course
LAS VEGAS (Etats-Unis) (AFP)Le pilote anglais Dan Wheldon, vainqueur en mai des 500 miles d'Indianapolis, s'est tué lors d'une course du Championnat automobile nord-américain d'IndyCar, dimanche à Las Vegas (Nevada).Wheldon, 33 ans, a été l'un des quinze pilotes pris dans un spectaculaire accident au 12e tour de la course (circuit ovale), durant lequel plusieurs voitures ont volé en éclat et ont pris feu. Son véhicule s'est envolé et a visiblement heurté en vol les grillages de sécurité."L'IndyCar est très triste d'annoncer que Dan Wheldon est décédé après avoir été victime de blessures fatales, a indiqué dans un communiqué le patron …
16 Oct 2011, Orange Ki News ?
Silicon Valley elite to honor Steve Jobs
PALO ALTO, California (AFP)Stanford University on Sunday appeared set for the arrival of Silicon Valley nobility invited to pay tribute to revered Apple co-founder Steve Jobs.An auditorium and museum on the campus were closed off for a private event with an area set-aside for news media.Apple said a memorial for Jobs at Stanford on Sunday evening was private and that even press would not be permitted without being on the guest list.Responses to invitations were directed to Emerson Collective, a philanthropy founded by the Apple co-founder's wife, Laurene Powell Jobs.Amid global mourning for the death of the man behind iPhones, …
16 Oct 2011, Orange Ki News ?
More Nigerian gloom as Enyimba fail
JOHANNESBURG (AFP)A disastrous period for Nigerian football continued Sunday as Enyimba were knocked out of the African Champions League after being held 0-0 by Moroccan semi-final rivals Wydad Casablanca.Wydad, who were eliminated during the qualifiers only to be reinstated because their opponents used an ineligible player, squeezed into the final 1-0 on aggregate after a late first-leg winner from Beninoise Pascal Angan.The final of the premier Pan-African club competition will be a North African affair with Wydad enjoying home advantage first in the two-leg November showdown with favourites Esperance of Tunisia.But while Moroccan and Tunisian clubs could also contest the …
16 Oct 2011, Orange Ki News ?
Pictures of motorway Verdun-Terre Rouge under construction
Accompanied by family members this evening, I went to Creve Coeur to have a look at the works currently being done for the Verdun-Terre Rouge motorway project.
16 Oct 2011, Yashvin, pages of my life
Cyclisme: Tony Martin vainqueur du Chrono des Nations
LES HERBIERS (France) (AFP)L'Allemand Tony Martin a remporté la 30e édition du Chrono des Nations, épreuve de contre-la-montre individuel qui s'est déroulée dimanche aux Herbiers en Vendée (ouest).Chez les Dames la victoire est revenue à l'Américaine Amber Neben.Le nouveau champion du monde de la spécialité, sacré à Copenhague le 21 septembre et favori de l'épreuve vendéenne, s'est imposé en 56 min 20 sec 84/100e, battant le record du Chrono établi un an plus tôt par le Britannique David Millar.Premier champion du monde en titre à s'aligner aux Herbiers depuis l'Australien Michael Rogers en 2005, Martin devient le premier porteur du …
16 Oct 2011, Orange Ki News ?
Lady Gaga serenades Clinton with 'Bill Romance'
LOS ANGELES (AFP)After country star Kenny Chesney came Somalian artist K'Naan -- helped by Bono on his 2010 World Cup anthem "Wavin' Flag" -- who paid tribute to Clinton's work in trying to bring peace to his native land.Usher surprised with a soulful Joe-Cocker-at-Woodstock-like rendition of the Beatles' "With a Little Help with my Friends," followed by some sharp choreography to the thumping dance anthems "Yeah" and "OMG."Then came Lady Gaga, who did her usual trick of stealing the show by sheer exuberance -- including with at least one expletive which may have tested the producers of the live streamed …
16 Oct 2011, Orange Ki News ?
Liverpool's Suarez hits back at Evra's racism claim
LONDON (AFP)Liverpool striker Luis Suarez has hit back at Patrice Evra's allegations that he racially abused the Manchester United star during Saturday's 1-1 draw at Anfield.The English Football Association have pledged to investigate Evra's claims in the French media that Suarez directed racist insults at him throughout the match.Referee Andre Marriner was seen talking to both players after a clash at a second-half corner and France left-back Evra was later booked for dissent.The official has included Evra's allegations in his official match report, but Uruguay international Suarez maintains his innocence.Writing on his official Facebook page, Suarez said: "I'm upset by …
16 Oct 2011, Orange Ki News ?
Van Persie double lifts Arsenal
LONDON (AFP)Robin van Persie lifted the gloom around Arsenal as the Dutch forward's double clinched a much-needed 2-1 win over Sunderland at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday.Van Persie insisted in the club's matchday programme that he has no intention of following Cesc Fabregas and Samir Nasri out of the Emirates and then underlined his commitment with a man of the match display capped by a brilliant winner with just eight minutes left.Arsene Wenger's side kicked-off just two points above the relegation zone after their worst start to a season for 58 years.But Arsenal will always be a threat while they …
16 Oct 2011, Orange Ki News ?
Complot présumé: l'Iran met en garde contre toute "action inappropriée"
TEHERAN (AFP)Le Guide suprême iranien, l'ayatollah Ali Khamenei, a déclaré dimanche que toute "action inappropriée" après les accusations américaines sur un complot présumé pour assassiner l'ambassadeur d'Arabie saoudite à Washington donnerait lieu à "une réponse ferme" de l'Iran."Les responsables américains (...) doivent savoir que toute action inappropriée - qu'elle soit politique ou sécuritaire - donnera lieu à une réponse ferme de la part du peuple iranien", a déclaré le N°1 de la République islamique lors d'un discours dans l'ouest de l'Iran, selon son site internet.Le guide suprême iranien, qui a rejeté samedi en bloc les accusations américaines "absurdes", a mis …
16 Oct 2011, Orange Ki News ?
Tennis de table: l'Allemand Timo Boll conserve le titre européen
GDANSK (Pologne) (AFP)L'Allemand Timo Boll a conservé le titre du champion d'Europe de tennis de table, après avoir battu en finale 4 à 1 son compatriote Patrick Baum, dimanche à Gdansk en Pologne (nord).Simple messieurs:Finale:Timo Boll (GER) bat Patrick Baum (GER) 4 à 1Demi-finales:Timo Boll (GER) bat Bojan Tokic (SLO) 4 à 0Patrick Baum (GER) bat Aleksandar Karakasevic (SRB) 4 à 0La Néerlandaise Li Jiao a remporté le simple dames après avoir battu en finale 4 à 3 l'Allemande Irene Ivancan.Simple damesFinale:Li Jiao (NED) bat Irene Ivancan (GER) 4 à 3Demi-finales:Li Jiao (NED) bat Li Qian (POL) 4 à 1Irene …
16 Oct 2011, Orange Ki News ?