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Zimbabwe to aid Mauritius boost trade
Enterprise Mauritius and the Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce (ZNCC) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to promote exchange of information, exhibition, skill transfer and market collaboration. The MoU was signed during the buyers and sellers meet that was held in Harare from October 12 to 14. The island was represented by the minister of [...]
25 Oct 2011, The Independent Daily
Rapists get over 20 years jail term
Judge Saheeda Peeroo of the Assizes on Monday sentenced five men, all residents of Bois Marchand and aged between 21 and 24 years, for gang raping a 26-year-old woman. “No respect was shown to a human being. They showed their wicked nature and dangerous attitude,” the judge said. The five suspects pleaded guilty at the [...]
25 Oct 2011, The Independent Daily
Scaffolding accident claims first victim
On Monday, Vicky Djapermal, 27, succumbed to injuries he sustained in the scaffolding accident at Bramer House last week. He was admitted to the intensive care unit of Apollo Bramwell hospital on October 19. The post mortem carried out by chief police medical officer Dr Sudesh Kumar Gungadin revealed that the victim died from cerebral [...]
25 Oct 2011, The Independent Daily
No parliamentary questions today
The parliament will meet on Tuesday with the original agenda reduced to bare minimum with all parliamentary questions withdrawn. The House will also be spared any private notice question from the leader of the Opposition Paul Bérenger. Prime Minister Dr Navin Ramgoolam’s motion, “that all the business on today’s order paper be exempted,” will be [...]
25 Oct 2011, The Independent Daily
Divali : La fête des lumières...
S´il y a une fête que tous, grands et petits, riches et pauvres, attendent avec impatience en Inde et tout autour du globe, c´est justement la fête de Divali, parfois appelée Dipavali ou Diwali. Divali c’est la victoire du bien sur le mal, la lumière sur les ténèbres et les connaissances sur l’ignorance. Symboliquement, pour les hindous à travers le monde, il s’agit d’imposer la lumière des diyas (lampes à huile en terre) sur la nuit la plus sombre de l’année, selon le calendrier hindou. À Maurice, cette fête a aujourd’hui transcendé le contexte culturel pour embrasser une dimension plus …
25 Oct 2011, Orange Ki News ?
A septuagenarian killed by a bus - the driver: "I applied the brakes, but in vain"
Goolam Hossen Fatehmamode Cader, 70, living in St. Edward, Port-Louis, returning from McDonald, Friday, 18.25 when he was fatally hit by a bus from the National Transport Corporation (NTC).
25 Oct 2011, motors.mega.mu
Imran Khan to star in Vishal Bhardwaj’s Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola
One may recall that Vishal Bhardwaj and Fox Star Studios had announced a comedy film titled Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola a short while ago which was to star Ajay Devgn and Anushka Sharma in the lead. However Ajay opted out of the film and the makers were on the lookout for another male lead. Now the makers have finalized Imran Khan to play the main lead in the film. This would be the first time that Imran and Anushka would be paired together in a film. Vishal was impressed with Imran after watching his films like Delhi Belly and …
25 Oct 2011, Orange Ki News ?
Vivek Agnihotri to make an erotic thriller titled Hate Story
We've seen and heard of many 'Love Stories' being made in Bollywood but now director Vivek Agnihotri (of Chocolate, Dhan Dhana Dhan Goal fame) is all set to make a film titled Hate Story. The film is being produced by Vikram Bhatt's ASA Films Vivek even confirmed this on Twitter. "So, 'Hate Story' is the official title of my film.", he tweeted. The film, as Vivek claims, is India's first real erotic thriller. Hate Story would star Bengali actress Paoli Dam. Shooting of the film commenced yesterday.
25 Oct 2011, Orange Ki News ?
Cheers for queen at sombre Australian war memorial
CANBERRA (AFP)The queen is on a 10-day visit to the former British colony where she is much respected despite the country's occasional moves towards becoming a republic, with thousands turning out to see her engagements so far.In what some have said could be her last visit to her realm Down Under, the queen has already paid special tribute to Australia's involvement in war, including in the decade-long conflict in Afghanistan.In an address at Parliament House on Friday, the queen said Australians made a significant contribution to world peace-keeping."This does not come without a price, and we are all conscious of …
25 Oct 2011, Orange Ki News ?
Giant-killers Dresden eye Dortmund shock
BERLIN (AFP)Giant-killers Dynamo Dresden are hoping to pull off another upset victory in the second round of the German Cup on Tuesday when the second division team take on league champions Borussia Dortmund.Dresden pulled off the shock of the first round when they fought back from 3-0 down at home to first division Bayer Leverkusen to inflict a 4-3 defeat in extra-time on Michael Ballack's team.Their reward was to travel to face Bundesliga champions Dortmund at home in the second round and they warmed up with a 2-0 win at Eintracht Braunschweig on Saturday, but coach Ralf Loose said he …
25 Oct 2011, Orange Ki News ?
Akshay Kumar makes donation to school computer lab in Canada
Last week, Akshay Kumar visited Khalsa School in Malton, Canada, for a ribbon cutting ceremony. He surprised the kids there with a high tech computer lab. Akshay, who is also a Canadian citizen, has a home in Toronto and the school is in one of the neighboring localities. Akshay and his friend Ajay Virmani, who is a Toronto-businessman, generously donated state of the art equipment to this computer lab including the latest computers and visual display devices. The technology supplied to this learning institution will make it one of the most advanced in the province and will allow them to …
25 Oct 2011, Orange Ki News ?
Farhan takes Punjabi lessons from Gulzar
Farhan Akhtar whose directorial venture Don 2 is releasing this Christmas has already started preparing for his next acting assignment. Akhtar is gearing up for his next Bhaag Milkha Bhaag to be directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra for which he needs to be fluent in Punjabi. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag is inspired by the life and times of Indian sports icon Milkha Singh. This is the first time Farhan is doing a film outside his home banner, Excel Entertainment. The script demands Farhan's character to speak with an authentic Punjabi accent for which he is seeking help from renowned lyricist Gulzar. …
25 Oct 2011, Orange Ki News ?
Shiney Ahuja sends legal notice to Micromax over their latest ad
Shiney Ahuja, who was convicted for raping his domestic help and later released on bail, has sent a legal notice to a cell phone company Micromax after one of its advertisements. Shiney feels Micromax Mobile's 'Bai Commercial' allegedly takes a dig at the sensational case. The commercial shows a young girl exclaiming, "Shiney bought me a new 'Bling' (mobile phone)". Hearing this, another girl says, "He bought me one too", and flaunts the handset. Immediately, another phone rings and a maid is shown with the same handset, and says "What? Sahaab bought me one". Even as Shiney Ahuja's appeal to …
24 Oct 2011, Orange Ki News ?
Affaire Diallo: l'immunité évoquée par DSK n'a "aucune valeur"
NEW YORK (AFP)L'immunité évoquée par Dominique Strauss-Kahn dans la procédure civile intentée par Nafissatou Diallo à New York n'a "aucune valeur" et doit être refusée, ont affirmé lundi les avocats de la femme de chambre guinéenne dans un mémoire répondant à l'argumentaire de DSK.La motion de M. Strauss-Kahn constitue une "tentative évidente pour retarder la procédure, et doit être refusée dans son intégralité, car elle n'a aucune valeur et aucun fondement", ajoutent-ils dans ce document obtenu par l'AFP, qui répond aux arguments développés par la partie adverse le mois dernier.Le 26 septembre dernier, Dominique Strauss-Kahn avait demandé le classement de …
24 Oct 2011, Orange Ki News ?
Salman visits Mumbai for a few hours on weekend for Bigg Boss
Is Salman Khan over-doing the workload? After his recent neuro-surgery the star has been advised a calmer lifestyle. Success, however, won't let Salman be. The onslaught on his timetable is apparently taking a toll on his recuperation. Everyone from Bigg Boss to Himesh Reshammiya wants a piece of Salman's time. Bigg Boss almost lost the bid to get Salman down from Istanbul on Saturday. There was more tension, drama and fireworks behind the scenes of Bigg Boss this weekend than what we saw on screen. Until the last minute the team behind the reality-show was not sure whether Salman would …
24 Oct 2011, Orange Ki News ?
Estonia football manager Ruutli extends contract
TALLINN (AFP)Estonia manager Tarmo Ruutli, who has steered the Baltic minnows to within sight of the Euro 2012 finals, has had his contract extended until at least the end of 2013.The Estonian Football Association said that Ruutli would be at the helm until at least December 31, 2013, taking the Blueshirts through qualifying for the 2014 World Cup.It raised the possibility of his remaining in charge for longer, if they make it to the 2014 finals in Brazil.Estonia take on Ireland next month in the Euro 2012 playoffs.Even if they lose the crunch two-leg contest, they will still have ventured …
24 Oct 2011, Orange Ki News ?
Masters féminin de tennis: tout est ouvert
PARIS (AFP)Derrière une Caroline Wozniacki en méforme et ayant encore tout à prouver, et une Maria Sharapova à peine remise d'une blessure à une cheville, le Masters féminin, qui débute mardi à Istanbul, s'annonce extrêmement ouvert.Dans un tennis féminin à la hiérarchie toujours aussi fluctuante, le Masters 2011, disputé pour la première fois à Istanbul après trois années à Doha, doit permettre à Wozniacki de légitimer sa place de N.1 mondiale, ou à sa dauphine russe de prendre le pouvoir.Au sommet du classement depuis un an, la Danoise, âgée de 21 ans, à qui l'on continue de reprocher un jeu …
24 Oct 2011, Orange Ki News ?
India to review tax treaty with Mauritius in Dec
The much-awaited talks between India and Mauritius over renegotiation of their tax treaty may begin soon, with India pushing for changes in the clause on the treatment of the capital gains tax.
24 Oct 2011, business.mega.mu
SA fast food chains licking lips over Mauritius
Over the last 18 months, South African franchising giant Famous Brands has doubled its presence in Mauritius, in hopes of cashing in on the strategically located island nation which has emerged as a competitive destination for foreign investment.
24 Oct 2011, business.mega.mu
Gatwick: Port of British Airways flights London / Mauritius
British Airways now use Gatwick airport for flights to and from Mauritius. The first flight from Gatwick will land on November 1.
24 Oct 2011, business.mega.mu