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GLK locked out of launching ceremony of Kreol Morisien
Grupman Larkansiel Kreol (GLK) welcomes the initiative of introducing the Kreol as an optional language in the primary education system during the 2012 school year. In a communiqué issued on Friday, GLK wishes to thank the government for its vision and allowing this historic introduction in school. However, GLK deplores the fact that the members [...]
17 Jan 2012, The Independent Daily
CPI stood at 130.4 in Dec 2011
The Central Statistics Office (CSO) has published data on the consumer price index (CPI). It was found that the CPI, which stood at 124.4 in December 2010 registered a net increase of 4.8 per cent to reach 130.4 in December 2011. Increases in monthly CPI were noted for January to April, June to August and [...]
17 Jan 2012, The Independent Daily
Election in Rodrigues
Second and final part So, as a result of the constant struggle of a group of pioneers within Rodrigues for greater freedom of action, in particular in the government of Rodrigues in matters of greater concern to them, the government amended the Constitution [new section 75A refers] and passed the Rodrigues Regional Assembly Act 2001 [...]
17 Jan 2012, The Independent Daily
Long Beach clinches Best Resort award
French magazine Hôtel & Lodge magazine offers a unique view on hotels, private retreats and lodges across the world. It has awarded Long Beach as the ‘Best Resort’. For the fourth edition of these awards, Hôtel & Lodge did a preliminary selection of 25 hotels in 2011 for the ‘Best Resort’ category. The selected hotel [...]
17 Jan 2012, The Independent Daily
Special lecture marks Thiruvalluvar Day at MGI
To mark Thiruvalluvar Day, the Mahatma Gandhi Institute (MGI) council organised a special lecture on Monday at the Subramania Bharati Lecture Theatre at its premises in Moka. Several dignitaries including ICT minister Tassarajen Pillay Chedumbrum, Indian high commissioner TP Seetharam, former education minister Armoogum Parsuramen and representatives of the MGI were present on the occasion. [...]
17 Jan 2012, The Independent Daily
Journalist Dooharika to appeal to Privy Council
The application for leave to go to the Privy Council by journalist Dharmanand Dooharika was taken pro forma, that is formally taken, at the Supreme Court on Monday. Found guilty, he was sentenced to three months for contempt of court on December 2011. The assistant of the DPP, Rashid Amine informed judges Keshoe Parsad Matadeen [...]
17 Jan 2012, The Independent Daily
MRA collects Rs 1 bn in surplus of estimates
At a press conference held at the headquarters on Monday, the director general of Mauritius Revenue Authority (MRA), Sudhamo Lal announced that the revenue collected for 2011 was Rs 53.03 billion, which exceeded budgeted estimates of Rs 52.6 billion. In 2012, the multi-award winning institution plans to facilitate processes involving taxes, decriminalising the tax and [...]
17 Jan 2012, The Independent Daily
EU donates Rs 60 million for economic reform programme
The European Union Commission adopted a financing decision worth EUR 1.5 million (approximately Rs 60 million), to provide technical assistance to support the Mauritian government’s economic reform programme. “We will provide technical assistance to the government and line ministries to enhance capacity to successfully implement the 10-year economic reform programme,” said Alessandro Mariani, ambassador and [...]
17 Jan 2012, The Independent Daily
US, island discuss investments
Mauritius, which relies heavily on exports, is concerned about the international economic crisis. Diversification of local products for export under AGOA is one of the means to strengthen relations between the United States and Mauritius. The fifth council of TIFA (Trade and Investment Framework Agreement), currently taking place in Mauritius on January 16 and 17, [...]
17 Jan 2012, The Independent Daily
Britain floats idea for privately-funded royal yacht
LONDON (AFP)Asked if Cameron would be willing to offer non-financial assistance to a project, the spokesman said: "We would react favourably to that, but it is not a government proposal."Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg had also ruled out any public funding, joking after a speech on the economy that it was a case of "the haves and the have yachts".There was no comment from Buckingham Palace, but the queen was extremely fond of the Royal Yacht Britannia and was seen to shed a tear when it was decommissioned 15 years ago.The ship is now permanently moored as a visitor attraction …
17 Jan 2012, Orange Ki News ?
Over-budget on paper
The sequel of ONCE UPON A TIME IN MUMBAAI continues to make news. The latest rumor doing the rounds of the industry is that the film is already over-budget on paper, even before the makers, producer Ekta Kapoor and director Milan Luthria, have commenced filming. Obviously, a news-report like this would raise eyebrows. "Our focus has been on projects which benefit everyone. We followed the same pattern in ONCE UPON A TIME IN MUMBAAI and THE DIRTY PICTURE. The budget has to be sensible," Milan Luthria elucidates, "At the same time, we need to justify the humungous expectations. The sequel …
17 Jan 2012, Orange Ki News ?
City's Mancini unapologetic over card waving habit
WIGAN, England (AFP)Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini refused to apologise after reigniting his red card row with Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney.Mancini found himself at the centre of controversy once again after waving an imaginary card in the 88th minute of City's 1-0 win at Wigan on Monday after Maynor Figueroa had handled to deny Sergio Aguero a run at goal.It is the second time Mancini has been pictured trying to influence the referee from the sidelines in two weeks.The Italian issued a public apology after admitting he made "a mistake" by campaigning for Martin Skrtel to be dismissed when …
17 Jan 2012, Orange Ki News ?
Liban: au moins 26 morts dans l'effondrement d'un vieil immeuble à Beyrouth
BEYROUTH (AFP) Au moins 26 personnes ont péri dans l'effondrement d'un immeuble délabré à Beyrouth, un bilan qui risque de s'alourdir au moment où des voix s'élevaient lundi contre la négligence des autorités."Jusque là, 26 corps ont été extraits et nous pensons qu'il y en a d'autres toujours enfouis sous les décombres du bâtiment qui s'est écroulé dimanche soir", a déclaré à l'AFP un responsable de la Croix Rouge, Georges KettanehUne dizaine de personnes ont été blessées, mais aucune grièvement.Le bilan n'a cessé de s'alourdir après l'effondrement de ce vieil immeuble de six étages du quartier chrétien d'Achrafieh, dans l'est …
16 Jan 2012, Orange Ki News ?
Euro-2012 de Hand: le champion tombe d'entrée
NOVI SAD (Serbie) (AFP)Championne d'Europe, olympique et du monde en titre, la France a été battue dès son entrée en lice lundi à l'Euro-2012 en Serbie par l'Espagne qui a confirmé son statut de rival N.1.En s'imposant 29-26 au terme d'un match maîtrisé de bout en bout, la sélection espagnole a frappé un grand coup qui ne condamne pas encore les Bleus mais les met en posture délicate sur la route des demi-finales.C'est sur sa défense et son collectif en attaque (13 joueurs ont marqué!) que l'Espagne a construit son succès qui lui permet de prendre seule les commandes du …
16 Jan 2012, Orange Ki News ?
Tax Evasion: Immunity for Fraudsters till 30 June 2012
The Mauritius Revenue Authority (MRA) continues its hunt against those who deceive the authorities by making false statements. The tax authority proposes to waive penalties, interest and prosecution if they choose to set their own rules.
16 Jan 2012, business.mega.mu
Estonia's Jaager eyeing Glasgow Rangers move
GLASGOW (AFP)Estonia right-back Enar Jaager expressed his hope on Monday of landing a deal with Scottish giants Rangers.The 27-year-old is a free agent after spending last season with Norwegian side Aalesunds, and the 84-times capped player is currently on a week-long trial in Scotland."I am excited about being here. I just hope everything goes well and meets my expectations," Jaager told the Daily Record."Everyone knows about the size of Rangers and it was an easy decision to come here when I heard the club might be interested."If I could earn a contract it would be a big thing for me. …
16 Jan 2012, Orange Ki News ?
Naufrage en Italie: reprise des recherches de rescapés et des corps après une accalmie
ILE DU GIGLIO (Italie) (AFP)Les sauveteurs ont repris lundi après-midi les recherches dans l'épave du Costa Concordia grâce à une amélioration soudaine des conditions météorologiques sur l'île italienne du Giglio, au large de laquelle le naufrage a fait au moins six morts."Nous avons repris les opérations après avoir vérifié que le navire s'est stabilisé", a déclaré le porte-parole des pompiers, Luca Cari. Le vent est tombé, il ne pleut plus et la mer s'est calmée, a-t-il ajouté, en précisant que les recherches s'arrêteraient pendant la nuit.Trois heures plus tôt, un orage et la houle avaient contraint les secours à suspendre …
16 Jan 2012, Orange Ki News ?
Comoros: Arrival of an Aircraft on the Inter-Island
The company AB Aviation is to commission a new device type 30-seat Embraer 120, says Comoros-Web which contains a short story in Albaladcomores.
16 Jan 2012, business.mega.mu
Damage to Fruit Trees: the Killing of Bats Seriously Considered
Damage to the area of fruit production (Rs 64 million loss in 2009) are such that they can lose the bat's protected status.
16 Jan 2012, business.mega.mu
SMS More Expensive
Texting cost more from Sunday, Jan. 15. The Short Message System (SMS) increased from Re 0.60 to Re 0.70 as announced in Budget 2012.
16 Jan 2012, business.mega.mu