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Celebrating Earth Day: Bike to Work and Walk to Work April 23

Going to work by bicycle or on foot, it is an exercise, but it is also a pleasure.

02 Apr 2012, business.mega.mu

Riz Basmati : les Mauvaises Cargaisons Seront Bientôt Saisies

Les importateurs du riz basmati n’ont qu’à bien se tenir. Le Parquet est actuellement en présence des nouveaux règlements visant à mieux contrôler la qualité de cette denrée sur le marché. Il s’agit du Basmati Rice (Control of Sale) Regulations 2012.

02 Apr 2012, business.mega.mu

The Deadly Stair At Ebene Cyber Tower 1 – A message to BPML

Read full article on Island Crisis: The Deadly Stair At Ebene Cyber Tower 1 – A message to BPML. Preview: Read full article on Island Crisis: The Deadly Stair At Ebene Cyber Tower 1 – A message to BPML. Preview: When are we going to realize that safety is foremost and appearance secondary? We are referring here to the first marble stair at the entrance of the cyber tower 1 building. Everyone at the tower is well aware of it as they alight it and descend it everyday. We saw a very near-deadly accident happening before our eyes some days …

01 Apr 2012, Island Crisis

MMM MSM To Make Gay Marriage Legal in Mauritius

Read full article on Island Crisis: MMM MSM To Make Gay Marriage Legal in Mauritius. Preview: Read full article on Island Crisis: MMM MSM To Make Gay Marriage Legal in Mauritius. Preview: The political drama continues in Mauritius between the MMM and the MSM. Today morning’s report is however more ridiculous and surprising. As announced by Paul Raymond today morning, his next electoral plan will feature the legalization of Gay Marriage in Mauritius. According to the press conference PRB held last evening, Gay marriage is a right which every homosexuals and even the heterosexuals have and he is firm about …

01 Apr 2012, Island Crisis

Accident at Soreze Paille: Innodis Truck Brakes Failed

Read full article on Island Crisis: Accident at Soreze Paille: Innodis Truck Brakes Failed. Preview: Read full article on Island Crisis: Accident at Soreze Paille: Innodis Truck Brakes Failed. Preview: Sad news for a Saturday in Mauritius. An accident between an Innodis truck and two other vehicles at Soreze Paille killed two people and severely wounded about 5 people today. The accident occurred on the highway near the Indian Oil Filling Station at one of the (sarcastically) most stupid curve ever designed on the Mauritian road. Initial reports state that the accident occurred due to a brake failure on the …

31 Mar 2012, Island Crisis

The Hotel Voilà Bagatelle Opens Its Doors

After 18 months of work, the 3-star Voilà Bagatelle opened Thursday, March 29. Look at a decidedly urban setting which seeks to attract new customers and boost the activities of Bagatelle Mall of Mauritius.

31 Mar 2012, business.mega.mu

At Least 150 Hotels and Restaurants Made Contrary by the Tourism Authority

There are 150 hotels and restaurants have been taken in violation between January and March 2012, by the Tourism Authority. Failure to meet hygiene standards and noise pollution are among the offenses which they are accused.

31 Mar 2012, business.mega.mu

Installing a Planetarium in Mauritius

As of April 9, Mauritius will be visited by a team of engineers, architects and scientists. The purpose of their visit is to build a planetarium.

30 Mar 2012, business.mega.mu

Sa Voiture Dérape et Heurte la Rambarde: Une Jeune Mère Meurt dans un Accident

La route a encore fait une victime. Dans la nuit de mercredi, une voiture a dérapé sur l’autoroute détrempée à hauteur de Midlands avant de s’encastrer dans la rambarde, tuant une habitante de Beau-Bassin.

30 Mar 2012, motors.mega.mu

ICT: Indian Investors Interested in Africa and Mauritius

According to the Minister of ICT, Indian investors want the ICT sector partnerships with local companies to invest in Africa. He was speaking at a seminar on opportunities in the sector for private companies.

30 Mar 2012, business.mega.mu

Ramgoolam Defends 35% Increase in Water Tariff

It is important for the government to act responsibly and demagoguery will not lead the country towards progress.

30 Mar 2012, business.mega.mu

Le Président de la République Démissionne et se Pose en Challenger au Premier Ministre

Le point de presse de Sir Anerood Jugnauth pour annoncer sa démission de la présidence de la République a été une véritable déclaration de guerre contre le pouvoir. Le chef de l’Etat a fustigé le manque de leadership la tête du pays et annonce son retour en politique active.

30 Mar 2012, business.mega.mu

Outputs of Friday, March 30: Concerts, Exhibitions and Theatre

On this last day of the week, several concerts are at the rendezvous. Exhibitions are also planned for this Friday, March 30 with the exhibition and sale in Mer Rouge. The evenings in nightclubs continue as usual.

30 Mar 2012, business.mega.mu

Savatte Dodo

Who is the Mauritian who has never worn a "savatte dodo"

30 Mar 2012, Yashvin, pages of my life

Accidents in Brief

An officer of the Indian Navy in an accident

29 Mar 2012, motors.mega.mu

His Courier Shipped Late: He has been Fined by NTA

Herve Laurent is furious. His mail was not sent on time by the Mauritius Post. Consequence: this resident of Pointe-aux-Sables was sentenced to a 50% surcharge on paying his road tax by the National Transport Authority (NTA). So he blames the post office for bad service he received.

29 Mar 2012, motors.mega.mu

Offshore: Mauritian Professionals Criticize the New Indian Regulations

After the threat of the General Tax Code, which would override the tax treaties signed by India, the authorities of the Great Peninsula present the General Anti Avoidance Rule (GAAR). A new project that will have a negative impact on the Mauritian Offshore.

29 Mar 2012, business.mega.mu

Piratage : des Logiciels Microsoft Valant Rs 1 Million Saisis Chez un Entrepreneur à Pailles

L’Unité antipiratage a saisi 483 faux certificats d’authenticité pour les logiciels Home et Office pour Windows 7 dans une compagnie à Pailles.

29 Mar 2012, business.mega.mu

Financial Results: Mixed Fortunes for Businesses

Companies listed on the Development & Enterprise Market (DEM) have published their financial results. With a few exceptions, these companies have made an honourable performance, given the current economic gloom.

29 Mar 2012, business.mega.mu

30 Years of Ming Tek: Spectacle in MGI

The Ming Tek Dance School is celebrating its 30th anniversary. For the occasion, she organized a show, 14 and April 15, Mahatma Gandhi Institute in Moka, on the theme "My 30 years." Before the curtain rises, here is an overview of the show.

29 Mar 2012, business.mega.mu