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Tsunami Alert For Mauritius – 11 April 2012
Following an earthquake of magnitude 8.7 in Sumatra today, a tsunami alert for Mauritius and the Indian Ocean has been issued. The earthquake occured at about 6.38pm AEST and the tremors were felt even in Thailand, Singapore and parts of India. A tsunami alert for the Indian Ocean (including Mauritius) was immediately placed following the earthquake which occured at a depth of about 33km and 495km to the South West of Sumatra. Below is a list of countries affected by this tsunami alert: Mauritius, Indonesia, India, Sri Lanka, Australia, Myanmar, Thailand, Maldives, United Kingdom, Malaysia, Reunion, Seychelles, Pakistan, Somalia, Oman, …
11 Apr 2012, Island Crisis
Non-respect des normes d’hygiène - Conditions inquiétantes dans certains restos
Les restaurateurs qui font fi des normes d’hygiène n’ont qu’à bien se tenir. Plusieurs d’entre eux sont dans le viseur de la Santé. Les conditions peu hygiéniques dans lesquelles ils opèrent interpellent. Les inspecteurs sanitaires poursuivent leurs inspections dans les restos de l’île.
11 Apr 2012, Le Defi Plus
Offshore: New Indian Tax Proposals Make Investors Cautious
Gains derived by an enterprise of Maurice in the sale of 'compulsory convertible debentures' (CCD) to an Indian company are interests that are taxable in India.
10 Apr 2012, business.mega.mu
Tourism and Aviation: What Strategy for Mauritius?
Rethink the economic model of the tourism sector: an economic pillar, obviously weakened by the global crisis and structural problems specific to the country. This sentence is now on everyone's lips, professionals in public proceedings.
10 Apr 2012, business.mega.mu
Broadband Internet: Less Than 1 Mbps Instead of 2 Mbps
The actual connection speed of 678 kilobytes / second (Kbps) for a theoretical connection of 2 Mbps (megabytes / second) GRNO, Monday at 10 h 30. For the connection speed, the subscription is Rs 1,349 / month.
10 Apr 2012, business.mega.mu
Traveller's Choice 2012 "TripAdvisor ™" of Hotels in Mauritius at the Top of the List!
The highly anticipated "Traveller's Choice" version of 2012 "TripAdvisor ™", the largest travel site in the world, have delivered their verdict.
10 Apr 2012, business.mega.mu
La SIC Décide de Vendre Certains Actifs
La State Investment Corporation (SIC) compte désinvestir de certaines de ses participations. L’opération vise à offrir une opportunité aux investisseurs de posséder des biens de propriété avec un potentiel commercial attractif à Maurice.
10 Apr 2012, business.mega.mu
Microsoft Warns Against Illicit Trade in Fake Certificates of Authenticity
In a statement, the computer company Microsoft warned Mauritians against illicit trade certificates of authenticity Microsoft Windows that are distributed and sold in Mauritius.
10 Apr 2012, business.mega.mu
The Dodos Disappeared 4200 Years Ago Following a Severe Drought
A recent study by paleontologist Hanneke Meijer of the Museum of Natural History in Washington suggests that the disappearance of a vast majority of dodos is due to a severe drought that has hit Mauritius 4200 years ago.
09 Apr 2012, business.mega.mu
The Gambling Regulatory Authority Banned Betting Off-Piste on Thursday
The Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA) intends to regulate off-piste on betting horse races and reduce the dependence of the population gambling. Thus, the operations of bookmakers will be closed on Thursdays.
09 Apr 2012, business.mega.mu
Offshore: Mauritius Defends the Measures for the Integrity of the Treaty Signed with India
Mauritius is willing to consider changes in the double taxation treaty with India. But these changes must be part of a comprehensive package.
09 Apr 2012, business.mega.mu
National Resilience Fund Equity Investment Limited
Les Petites et moyennes entreprises (PME) restent au cœur des préoccupations économiques locales. D'un commun accord, le gouvernement et les banques commerciales ont officiellement lancé la National Resilience Fund Equity Investment Limited.
09 Apr 2012, business.mega.mu
Forests, Nature Trails To Get Facelift By 2013
The common objective of the Ministry of Tourism and Ministry of Agro Industry and Food Security is to promote ecotourism as a means to raise public awareness, generate income and employment, and contribute towards the sustainable development of Mauritius
09 Apr 2012, business.mega.mu
Air Madagascar : New Airbus Expected
Air Madagascar hopes to increase its revenue by 25% with the'' operation of these two new Airbus. The first aircraft is expected to Ivato Thursday.
09 Apr 2012, business.mega.mu
Drinking Water: CWA Plans to Review Distributing Hours
The Board of Directors of the Central Water Authority (CWA) will decide on a possible relaxation times of water distribution across the country. These measures could take effect by the end of April.
09 Apr 2012, business.mega.mu
Mauriciens d’ailleurs – Fortunes diverses
L’herbe serait-elle réellement plus verte ailleurs ? Oui, à en croire certains, et non si l’on se fie aux autres. Cette semaine, on vous raconte quelques histoires de Mauriciens vivant en Europe et on vous laisse tirer vos propres conclusions.
08 Apr 2012, Le Defi Plus
Mauritius Lotto Result For 7 April 2012
Below is the loto Mauritius result for 7th April 2012 and the 127th draw of the Mauritian Lotto. The results are listed below. There is no jackpot winner for this week. Winning Numbers: 9 – 14 – 16 – 21 – 22 – 27 5 right numbers: Win Rs 12451 4 right numbers: Win Rs 608 3 right numbers: Win Rs 100 Read full article on Island Crisis: Mauritius Lotto Result For 7 April 2012.Read full article on Island Crisis: Mauritius Lotto Result For 7 April 2012.
07 Apr 2012, Island Crisis
Tests gratuits offerts par l’hôpital Apollo Bramwell
Les Mauriciens pourront, à partir de ce week-end, bénéficier de tests gratuits à l’initiative de l’hôpital Apollo Bramwell dans le cadre des activités autour de la Journée mondiale de la Santé, célébrée le 7 avril. L’initiative revient à Apollo Bramwell en collaboration avec la compagnie d’assurance BAI et la Bramer Banking Corporation.
07 Apr 2012, Le Defi Plus
L’ACIM réclame la réintroduction du contrôle des prix sur le ciment
L’Association des Consommateurs de l’Île Maurice (ACIM) monte au créneau pour dénoncer la situation qui perdure au sein du secteur du ciment. Après une nouvelle hausse du prix du ciment, Jayen Chellum estime que la libéralisation des prix n’a nullement bénéficié aux consommateurs.
07 Apr 2012, Le Defi Plus
Navin Ramgoolam vs Nicolas Sarkozy: Mauritian PM A Liar
At the dawn of new upheavals in the political arena in Mauritius following the entrance of a veteran warrior Sir Aneerood Jugnauth, a time bomb placed a year back exploded in the government camp some days back and the responsible is non-other than the prime minister Navin Ramgoolam himself. This time the issue is of international span with the French president, Nicolas Sarkozy clearly defying the words of Dr Navin Ramgoolam that he said: “The citizens of Reunion Island should take example from Mauritians rather than ask for financial assistance from the French government”. Our prime minister will surely measure …
07 Apr 2012, Island Crisis