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MSM leaders react at meeting
Following the arrest of ex-finance minister and Mouvement Socialiste Mauricien leader Pravind Jugnauth, former Health minister Maya Hanoomanjee told The Independent that they condemned the way ICAC was operating. “Both Pravind and I are innocent,” Hanoomanjee said. Former MSM MP Sunil Dowarkasing said that ICAC is shielding some people who are in power. “There is [...]
23 Sep 2011, The Independent Daily
The US veto: A declaration of war
The United States is about to veto the application of Palestine for full membership of the UN. This veto represents a resounding declaration of war not only to the one and a half billion Muslims who want justice done to Palestinians, but also to those who aspire for self determination and liberation from oppression and [...]
23 Sep 2011, The Independent Daily
Phoenix Beverages gets new logo
Phoenix Beverages officially unveiled the new visual identity of the company in a ceremony organised at the Warehouse, Phoenix Beverages Limited, Phoenix on Thursday. During the event, chief executive officer of Phoenix Beverages, Richard Wooding said, “For over half a century, we have been part of the everyday life of Mauritian people through the drinks [...]
23 Sep 2011, The Independent Daily
ICTA to set up national IPv6 task force soon
During the workshop that focused on the transition from IPv4 to IPv6 , minister of Information Tassarajen Pillay Chedumbrum said, “A National IPv6 Task Force including both public and private sector stakeholders to foster the deployment of IPv6 in Mauritius will be set up under the aegis of my Ministry.” The workshop was held on [...]
23 Sep 2011, The Independent Daily
Food Exhibition Mauritius kick starts at SVICC
The third edition of Food Exhibition Mauritius (FEM 11), organised by Adze Network Ltd, is being held from September 22 to 25 at the Swami Vivekananda International Convention Centre at Pailles. It was officially opened by the minister of Business, Enterprise and Cooperatives, Jim Seetaram on Thursday. FEM 11 is being attending by a 100 [...]
23 Sep 2011, The Independent Daily
Kaylor Rotomoulders changes name to Duraco Ltée
Kaylor Rotomoulders, a leading supplier of quality polyethylene products in Mauritius, has changed its name to Duraco Ltée. This announcement was made at a ceremony held on Thursday at Domaine Anna, Flic en Flac to mark its 20th anniversary. The company, which began its activities with one rotomoulding machine and six employees, is now ranked [...]
23 Sep 2011, The Independent Daily
UoM, Imperial College to run courses on public health
With the aim of positioning Mauritius internationally in the public health field and as an educational hub, the University of Mauritius (UoM) will be collaborating with Imperial College London, one of the top UK institutions, to provide a Masters in Public Health (MPH). This programme will be an opportunity for students wishing to pursue careers [...]
23 Sep 2011, The Independent Daily
Reeaz Chuttoo resigns from CDS
The president of the Confédération des Travailleurs du Secteur Privé (CTSP), Reeaz Chuttoo announced his decision to step down from the Conseil Des Syndicats (CDS) on Thursday. The reason is that his decision to boycott the technical committee was not unanimous. Speaking to The Independent Daily he said, “There should be unanimity among all trade [...]
23 Sep 2011, The Independent Daily
Conciliation committee squashes PSC decision
On Thursday, the Commission for Conciliation Service of the Ministry of Civil Service and Administrative Reforms, overturned a decision of the Public Service Commission (PSC), which aimed at proceeding with the nomination of school teachers through a selection exercise. The Government Teachers’ Union (GTU) had lodged a complaint at the institution, as according to them, [...]
23 Sep 2011, The Independent Daily
Dowarkasing ‘denied right to choice of legal counsel’
Sunil Dowarkasing, the former advisor to the minister of Finance Pravind Jugnauth criticised the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) for contesting the fact that Roshi Badain is defending him in a case. Dowakasingh was contesting the way in which ICAC decided to summon him.He said that he was serving as a member of Parliament (MP) [...]
23 Sep 2011, The Independent Daily
Ministry considers new IPR legislation
The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is currently working on a new legislation to make sure that importers buy genuine products. The objective behind the new legislation is to transform Mauritius into a safe ICT destination in the region. This was stated by ICT minister Tassarajen Pillay Chedumbrum at the launch of four [...]
23 Sep 2011, The Independent Daily
UTM student union elections kick off
The atmosphere at the University of Technology, Mauritius (UTM) is buzzing because of the 2011-2012 Student Union elections being held currently. Students can be spotted wearing T-shirts of their preferred teams, classrooms have been converted into polling stations while police officers can be noticed patrolling the university campus at Pointe aux Sables. Students are voting [...]
22 Sep 2011, The Independent Daily
Youth Centre holds sea-rescue training
The Youth Centre Tamarin, in collaboration with the College du St Esprit of Black River, is organising a training session on rescue and first aid, on September 23 in the premises of the college. Viraj Ramharai, water rescue instructor and Soondarassen Candassamy of Fellowship First Aiders will conduct the training. This session will allow young [...]
22 Sep 2011, The Independent Daily
Govt plans to set up int’l school for tourism
During the launch ceremony of the International Tourism Sustainability Conference 2011 held on Wednesday, minister of Tertiary Education, Science Research and Technology, Dr Rajesh Jeetah stated, “The government is going to set up an international school for tourism to service the region.” The ceremony was held at the InterContinental Hotel, Balaclava. It was chaired by [...]
22 Sep 2011, The Independent Daily
Tech expo to be held in October
After the success of Electronic and Technology (ET) 2010, Adze Events is back with the second edition, ET 11, which will take place from October 13 to 16, at the Swami Vivekananda International Convention Centre (SVICC), Pailles. Speaking to the Independent, Dina Jeetah, director of the Adze Network Limited, said that the exhibition aims to [...]
22 Sep 2011, The Independent Daily
IGCIC building on culturally thriving environment in country
Amita Shaw, director of the Indira Gandhi Centre for Indian Culture (IGCIC), has been working with children for 39 years. Shaw advocates creative pursuits and believes that cultural activity fosters creativity. What have you observed about Indian culture in Mauritius? Does having a centre mean that it is threatened by extinction? Mauritius is a culturally [...]
22 Sep 2011, The Independent Daily
Port Louis celebrates International Day of Peace
As part of celebrations to mark the International Day of Peace on September 21, the Municipal Council of Port Louis, in collaboration with Brahma Kumaris, organised a workshop on Wednesday at the city hall, Port Louis. International Day of Peace offers an opportunity to individuals, organisations and nations to create practical acts of peace. It [...]
22 Sep 2011, The Independent Daily
MIE showcases Williams’ potential to shock audiences
The Mauritius Institute of Education held a literary evening on September 16 to commemorate the birth centenary of American writer, Tennessee Williams at Frank Richard lecture theatre, MIE. Dr Pascal Nadal, lecturer and coordinator of the Performing Arts Unit of the MIE, interspersed short performances from the writer’s famous plays such as The Glass Menagerie [...]
22 Sep 2011, The Independent Daily
2 vehicles seized as Bramer fraud accused get bail
Officers of the Central Criminal Investigation Division are continuing the investigation in the embezzlement case at Bramer Banking Corporation. They seized two more vehicles on Wednesday. Police officials took away a Peugeot and a BMW, bringing the total number of vehicles seized to nine. Four of the suspects arrested as part of the enquiry were [...]
22 Sep 2011, The Independent Daily
Mauritius respects religious freedom: US
The Constitution of Mauritius provides for freedom of religion. Other laws and policies also contribute to the freedom to practice any religion, states the 2010 report on International Religious Freedom. The report, published by the US Department of State, documents the status of religious freedom in almost 200 countries for the period July to December [...]
22 Sep 2011, The Independent Daily