Fourteen students of second and third year at the Uva Wellassa University have been suspended.
Vice-Chancellor Professor Jayantha Lal Ratnasekera said they have been suspended after it was found that they were involved in a disputed situation between the second and third year students on June 18.
Accordingly, steps have been taken to suspend the students until the investigations into the incident are completed.
A committee of five doctors and professors has been appointed to investigate the incident.
The Vice-Chancellor said that he instructed the committee to submit the report immediately.
Uva Wellassa university closed down due to clash


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(MENAFN- Saudi Press Agency) Okaz newspaper explained in its editorial that the Saudi-US Summit discussed many files including strengthening the security and strategic relations between the two countries the latest developments in Yemen and Syria as well as close partnership between Riyadh and Washington which needs activation of the security and economic cooperation.
Al-Yaoum newspaper stressed that the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques is known at the Arab regional and international arenas as a man of decisiveness and firmness pointing out King Salman's stances towards a number of regional and international issues.
Al-Watan newspaper lauded a statement made by Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud during the visit which reflects the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's policy towards the peace stressing that convergence of views between the two leaderships has become a matter of urgency.
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ABU DHABI, 16th January, 2023 (WAM) -- The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the terrorist attack that targeted a church in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, resulting in the death and injuries of dozens of people.
In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MoFAIC) affirmed that the UAE expresses its strong condemnation of these criminal acts and its permanent rejection of all forms of violence, extremism and terrorism aimed at undermining security and stability and in contravention of human values and principles.
The Ministry expressed its solidarity with Congo and its people and its condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims of this heinous crime as well as its wishes for speedy recovery for the injured.
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Following the strong weather warning issued yesterday, parts of the state are already seeing the effects of the hazardous weather conditions.
Police have advised that the driving conditions on Bruny Island are dangerous at the moment due to strong winds in the area.
Many trees have blocked roads, there is water coming over the road at the Neck and the Ferry between Kettering and Bruny Island has been suspended due to the weather.
Emergency Services have also had to close Harrington Street, Hobart between Davey and Macquarie Streets due to a roof being blown off a building.
The public have been asked to avoid the area.


(MENAFN) According to the Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry, the country's diplomatic staff and family members were scheduled to leave Iran on Sunday.
The choice was made two days after a shooter invaded the embassy, killing one security guard and injuring two more.
On Friday, Iranian officials condemned the attack and said the shooter's motivation was personal rather than political.
Hossein Amir Abdollahian, the foreign minister of Iran, recommended that the adversaries shouldn't be allowed to take advantage of the circumstance.
Abdollahian stressed in a phone conversation with Jeyhun Bayramov, the foreign minister of Azerbaijan, on Friday that "We should not allow this episode to have any harmful effect on relations between the two states."
Abdollahian emphasized that the assault was not a terrorist act.
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi stated on Saturday that Tehran and Baku have indissoluble old relations and would not let others to destroy such relations.
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GUADALAJARA, 2nd December, 2022 (WAM) -- Visitors were captivated by Emirati themed Jazz ensembles and opera performances, during a range of special music concerts organised as part of the Sharjah Guest of Honour programme, at the ongoing Guadalajara International Book Fair (GIBF) in Mexico.
Thousands of locals and travellers to the fair were enthralled by classical Jazz songs from the sixties and seventies performed by Emirati Soul singer Arqam adorned in the traditional Kandora.
Meanwhile, Opera singer, Fatima Al Hashimi had the audience infatuated with her performance held inside one of the biggest theatres in Guadalajara, and took visitors on a magical journey of song, through a selection of classical Opera pieces.
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ISLAMABAD:Prime Minister ShahidKhaqanAbbasi has emphatically stated that Pakistan stands by Kashmiri brethren in their just struggle for right to self-determination.
He was addressing joint session of AJK Legislative Assembly and AJK Council in Muzaffarabad on Wednesday.
The Prime Minister said the Indian occupation forces have been unleashing wave of terror on innocent Kashmiris for over seven decades, but failed to suppress their voice.
He said that Kashmir is an internationally recognized dispute and its solution lies in a plebiscite according to the UN Security Council resolutions. He said Pakistan has asked the United Nations to appoint a special envoy on Kashmir to assess the situation there.
He said Pakistan will observe solidarity day with Kashmir on Friday. He was confident that the Kashmiri people will come out triumphant in their just struggle and India will have to bow down to the international laws one day.


NEWTON, Mass., July 24 (UPI) -- Most people who try to eat healthy and exercise try to keep to their healthy regime even when on vacation, a U.S. survey indicates.
TripAdvisor, a travel Web site, surveyed more than 1,400 U.S. travelers and found 69 percent said healthy eating was important to them when traveling for leisure, while 53 percent always or often exercised when on the road.
The survey found the travelers' top physical activities on vacation were:
-- 87 percent said walking.
-- 46 percent said swimming.
-- 23 percent said using cardio machines.
-- 16 percent said biking.
The travelers' favored spots for vacation workouts included:
-- 52 percent said hotel gym.
-- 42 percent said the hotel pool.
-- 38 percent said beach.
-- 27 percent said the hotel room.
-- 9 percent exercised while on a flight.
Among those who said they exercised on vacation, 31 percent said their primary motivation was to maintain their fitness regimen, while a further 28 percent exercise in vacation to avoid gaining weight, while 14 percent said they wanted to capitalize on having more free time to work out.
"While most Americans will spend at least some of their vacation relaxing, many now balance their fun with fitness and a significant number of travelers also prioritize personal health on their trips," Brooke Ferencsik, director of communications at TripAdvisor, said in a statement.
No further survey details were provided.


Accusations of being "against transparency" were voiced in a recent meeting.
A row broke out among Laois councillors, after representatives voted against live-streaming meetings.
The vote was held after a sub-committee, which was established to make recommendations on the matter, couldn't come to an agreement.
Some of the arguments against the move related to the overall cost, which is expected to be around €25,000 annually, and it's believed the number of people who would watch the stream would be low.
There was also concern it would make the role of local media at the meetings, redundant.
On the other hand, the key argument for the move related to transparency, allowing the public to see the decisions behind local policies.
The final vote was 12 against, six for and one abstained.
Following the tally, Councillor Aisling Moran told those who voted against they should be 'ashamed' of themselves, and accused her former Fine Gael colleagues and Fianna Fáil councillors of being against 'transparency.'
Fianna Fáil's Paschal McEvoy fired back after that remark, and said Councillor Moran's comments were unfair.


KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 21, 2015:
A suspect connected to the brawl incident at Kota Raya Complex over the weekend has been arrested, reported The Star Online.
According to the report, Dang Wangi deputy police chief Supt Habibi Majinji said the suspect, a 38-year-old parking attendant, was arrested at the complex after the brawl was brought under control.
Habibi said the suspect, who will be remanded on Monday, was part of the group that assaulted the shop workers.
He was also reported to have said that investigations were also ongoing on whether the suspect was one of those allegedly swindled by traders.
“The mobile phone worker who was injured in the assault has lodged a police report. We will release the images of the suspects in due time,” he was quoted as saying.
The case was being investigated under Section 148 of the Penal Code.


Kabul: The press office of the President of Tajikistan published a statement on Saturday November 26, saying that the President of this country had a conversation with the President of France about Afghanistan.
It is said that this telephone conversation was conducted at the request of the French President.
According to the announcement of the press office of the president of Tajikistan, the issues of Afghanistan have been the focus of the two presidents’ discussions.
It has been said that the presidents of these two countries have named peace and stability in Afghanistan as one of the basic conditions of security in the region and emphasized on joint cooperation in Afghanistan affairs.
It is also stated in the announcement that the two sides discussed military, political and economic cooperation as well.
The leaders of the two countries have also emphasized on joint cooperation against extremism and combating the threats of drug trafficking.


Ban on religious gathering is still in force in Ogun – Police
The Nigeria Police, Ogun State Command, says the ban on social and religious gathering is still in force.
According to a statement made available by the command’s Public Relations Officer, Mr. Abimbola Oyeyemi in Abeokuta, the reminder became necessary as the Ogun State Police Command has been informed that some religious leaders in the state were preparing to open their various religious centers for people to converge in disobedience to both the state and federal government directives.
The police spokesman said the command was appealing to religious leaders in both Islamic and Christian faith, who may want to go against the government directives, to have a change of mind as the security agencies in the state will respond appropriately.
Mr. Oyeyemi said the command would not tolerate acts capable of undermining efforts of the state and federal government in the fight against covid 19 pandemic.
The police command advised the people to cooperate with the government in its efforts to make the state coronavirus free.


MINNEAPOLIS — The Norwegian Seafood Council has awarded its US PR business to Padilla.
The NSC, which represents one of the world’s top fish-exporting countries, named Padilla its US agency of record following a competitive review. FleishmanHillard was the incumbent agency.
The Avenir Global agency is charged with helping increase demand for Norwegian seafood in the US through an integrated marketing program. The NSC works with the Norwegian fisheries and aquaculture industry to develop global export markets for Norwegian seafood.
In 2021, Norway was the world’s second largest fish exporter , topped only by China. About 67% of those exports, however, go to the European Union, according to Alibaba.
“We were looking for an agency partner that had experience building high-performance food brands with premium quality reputations with international organizations,” said Anne-Kristine Øen, Seafood from Norway’s US director.
“Padilla impressed us with their experience in this space, fully integrated approach, extensive retail and food-service knowledge, and strong digital expertise. We believe their strategic counsel and creative talent will help build the Seafood from Norway brand among key stakeholders and drive market share in the U.S. for our delicious, healthy and sustainable seafood,” she said.
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The police have impounded at least 500 motorcycles in a special ongoing operation in the Accra metropolis.
The exercise, which was aimed at clamping down on criminal activities and ensure sanity on the roads, took place at Dansoman, Amasaman, Abokobi, Teshie, Lake Side, Adabraka, Teshie, Abokobi, Accra Central, La and Kpeshie.
Some riders were arrested for riding unregistered motorcycles, riding without proper documentation, riding motorcycles suspected to have been stolen, riding without crash helmet and riding without licence.
The Head of Public Relations of the Accra Regional Police Command, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Juliana Obeng who disclosed these to the Ghanaian Times in Accra yesterday, said that the exercise was conducted by the district and divisional police commands in the region.
She said the operation, which started on October 6 was to ensure safer communities within the region.
“The police want to ensure that criminals who use the motorcycles to perpetrate crimes were prevented,” DSP Obeng stated.
She said that screening processes were ongoing, and that some riders have been put before the motor and traffic courts.
DSP Obeng said the exercise was ongoing, and urged the public to corporate with the police.
She asked riders to keep proper documentation covering their motorcycles.
DSP Obeng said that the police would ensure that riders abide by road safety regulations avoid accidents and protect lives and properties.
She assured of police continuous commitment to ensuring that the communities were safe, and called on the public to support the police in crime prevention.
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School feeding programme addresses malnutrition in pupils – Minister
The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Hajiya Sadiya Umar-Farooq, says the national school feeding programme will address the problem of malnutrition in Nigerian pupils.
The minister, who was represented by the Special Assistant to the President on Social Investment Programme (SAPNSIP), Dr Nasiru Mahmud, said that they were in the state to assess status of preparedness of the state towards the implementation of National School Feeding Programme.
She said that one of the objectives of the programme was to address the problem of malnutrition among school pupils in Nigeria.
The minister said that research had shown that malnutrition amongst Nigeria children was high, assuring that the school feeding programme will address the problem.
She added that the programme would also boost local economy because the food would be bought from local farmers and local sellers, saying that it will create a long value chain.
Umar-Farooq said that the national ongoing school feeding programme was the fourth intervention to be implemented under the National Social Investment Programme (NSIP), saying that Kwara remains one of the two states in Nigeria yet to be enrolled into the programme.
“Our ministry is worried and came down to Kwara to assess the level of readiness and the necessary support needed to give the state for the programme to take-off.
“But when we arrived, we are happy about what we saw here and there, the state government is really ready for the programme.
“Over 1,500 public primary schools have been identified and over 96,000 pupils of primary one to three spread across the 16 local government areas of the state will benefit.
“The role of federal government is to provide money for the feeding and make sure the state complied with guidelines,” the minister said.
Hajia Bashirat Abdulrazaq, the state NSIP focal person, assured the team of the state government’s readiness for the programme.
She said over 1,947 cooks were on ground to benefit from the programme at the flag-off, adding that there will be revalidation as the programme goes on.
Abdulrazaq said the programme would boost the enrollment of pupils and reduce malnutrition among Nigeria children.
She noted that cooks employed were the parents of the school pupils, so as the parents benefit, the children benefit and poor farmers who are the fathers also benefit.
“So we target the poor, vulnerable people to eradicate poverty in Nigeria,” she said.
Responding, the governor commended the federal government for the programme.
AbdulRazaq, who was represented by his deputy, Mr Kayode Alabi, noted that the programme would reduce the number of out-of-school children in the society.
He added that the programme would help local farmers and create employment opportunities.
The governor assured the team of the state government’s support and cooperation.
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According to a new Rasmussen poll, Republicans’ lead in a generic ballot has shrunk to three points, which is two points lower than the previous week and seven points lower than the week before that.
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While the Republicans look to retake control of Congress in the 2022 midterm elections — which are only 95 days away — after being in the minority for roughly four years, the most recent Rasmussen Reports survey showed that 46 percent of likely U.S. voters would elect a Republican, compared to the 43 percent who said they would vote for a Democrat.
Thus the Republicans only have a three-point lead, which is two points less than than last week and seven points less than two weeks ago, when they were up by ten points. Five percent said they would vote for another candidate, and the other nine percent said they were unsure.
The Republicans’ three-point lead shows that the party has lost what was a growing momentum in the polls. However, while there are fewer than four months left until the election, there is still time for the generic ballot to move either way before November. But the Republicans have so far led the generic ballot all year.
Rasmussen has noted that in August 2018 — before the Democrats took the House for the first time in eight years — they had a six-point advantage on the generic congressional ballot. But, as the 2018 November midterm election neared, the margins between the Democrats and Republicans became extremely close — Republicans had 46 percent, to 45 percent for Democrats.


The Lagos Sector Commander, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Mr Olusegun Ogungbemide, said yesterday that the agency’s records indicated that 416 accidents occurred in eight months during night driving.
Ogungbemide spoke during a media conference held in Lagos.The conference came following the increasing rate of Road Traffic Crashes due to recklessness and other factors on the part of drivers.
He said that the 416 crashes were recorded between 6.00 p.m to 6.00 a.m from January to August. The official said there was the need for motorists to take caution while planning their journeys in the night.
He said: “Our crash reports within the period show that a total of 416 crashes were recorded, in which 705 people were involved.
“Out of the 705 people involved in various crashes within the period under review, 558 were seriously injured and 97 lost their lives.
“The Federal Road Safety under the leadership of Acting Corps Marshal, Dauda Biu, will continue demonstrating its commitment to mitigating rate and fatalities of road traffic crashes.”
Ogungbemide said the corps had already enunciated the policy of discouraging night travel through public sensitisation programmes.
The commander said that the civil approach to discourage night travel was based on the need to raise public awareness on hazards faced when crash occurs during the period.
He said that law enforcers could not be everywhere and it was imperative for motorists to have self-regulation in addressing safety and security challenges.
Ogungbemide said the FRSC could not specify what time individuals could make journeys to their destination, as that was exclusively a human right case.
He said that the record of crashes had raised the alarm that more needs to be done in reaching the critical audience and achieving the goals.
Ogungbemide said the FRSC also faced challenges with rescue operations at night.
He said that possibility of victims accessing proper medical attention could be lower at such period due to various factors.
The corps commander commended the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) and other enforcement agencies for their collaboration.
He said that this helped the command in achieving its mandate.
Ogungbemide commended the media for the propagation of road safety messages.
He said that the corps had to align with the United Nations General Assembly’s appeals on the actions against the menace.


Major U.S.-Israel military drill postponed• The RawStory.com
“Israel and the United States have agreed to postpone the manoeuvre planned for spring,” the official said on condition of anonymity.
“The exercises will take place between now and the end of 2012,” the official added, without elaborating.
Army radio, citing a defence official, said it was being postponed to avoid “unnecessary headlines in such a tense period.”
The joint manoeuvre was to have been the biggest yet between the two allies, and was seen as an opportunity to display their joint military strength at a time of growing concern about Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.


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(MENAFN- Live Mint) "Seychelles' President Wavel Ramkalawan on Thursday declared a state of emergency after a blast at an explosives store wrecked buildings and caused“massive damage” to an industrial zone on the main island Mahe said that the explosion shook the island as heavy rains triggered flooding which killed at least two people people were also reportedly injured.“Following an explosion at the CCCL explosives store that has caused massive damage to the Providence Industrial area and the surrounding areas and major destruction caused by flooding due to heavy rains, the President has declared a State of Emergency for today the 7th December,” President Wavel Ramkalawan's office said in a statement.
“Everyone is being asked to stay at home. All schools will be closed. Only workers in the essential services and persons travelling will be allowed free movement,” added the statement explosion occurred happened just after 02:00 local time (22:00 GMT Thursday) at a construction and quarrying company, where explosives were being stored in four containers to the Seychelles government's post on X, the international airport and ferries between its islands remained operational for tourists footage showed streets covered in deep mud and strewn with debris and uprooted trees Seychelles, a major tourist destination, is made up of 115 islands and is the least populous country in Africa with about 100,000 people archipelago is famous for its idyllic white beaches and high-end tourism, where the capital Victoria is located, is home to 87 percent of the country's population of Africa -- particularly Kenya, Somalia and Ethiopia -- have experienced heavier rainfall than usual since October, linked to the El Nino weather phenomenon on national TV, President Ramkalawan has called the twin disasters a“calamity” for Seychelles, and appealed for people to show solidarity to those affected.(With inputs from agencies)
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Hundreds of sworn officers in Minnesota were convicted of criminal offenses in the past two decades yet kept their state law enforcement licenses, according to public records examined by the Minneapolis Star Tribune. Dozens of them are still on the job with a badge, a gun and the public’s trust that they will uphold the law. The cases reveal a . . .
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the ‘Conclave on Transformational Reforms in Higher Education under National Education Policy’ via video link. PM Modi said that the NEP focuses on encouraging critical thinking among students. PM Modi said that the new National Education Policy focuses on 'how to think', while the education system till now in the country emphasised on 'what to think'. He said that the NEP will help empower India's future generations. PM Modi also said that while education should teach people to become global citizens, it is equally important to remember the significance of being connected to one's roots. Prime Minister Modi said a certain kind of 'herd mentality' prevailed under the previous education policies and stressed on the need for critical thinking for all-round development of students. He further said that the decision to teach in vernacular till class 5 will help students learn the subject matter more deeply and will set them up well for the future. Watch the full video for all the details on the Prime Minister's speech.


The prime suspect of a gun attack on Chinese citizens that killed one Chinese in Karachi has been arrested.
Sindh Information Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon has said that the prime suspect of the attack was arrested as a result of the collective investigation of the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) Sindh and other institutions.
A Chinese national was killed in a gun attack while two had been injured inside a dental clinic in Saddar Karachi on September 28.
According to provincial information minister, the suspect apparently belonged to banned Sindh Peoples Army (SRA). He also said that the suspect was arrested by using the help of latest technology and 100 CCTV cameras.
The motorcycle used in the attack has also been recovered by the law enforcement agencies whereas the suspect has admitted that he was part of the banned outfit, Sharjeel Memon has said.
Sharjeel further said that the purpose of attack was to spread terror and the attackers had no enmity with the Chinese. He also said that a team had been formed for action against the accomplices of the terrorists. Congratulating LEAs, he said that the attack was an attempt to block foreign investment in Karachi.
The provincial information minister also said that two Da’esh terrorists were also killed a few days ago. He also stated that the suspects in Kharadar attack had also been arrested. He further stated that terrorists were being controlled by people in foreign countries.
Speaking about Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chairman, he said that Imran Khan was doing nothing less than a banned organization as such groups also wanted to destabilize Pakistan.


Yerevan, Aug 15 (IANS) At least three people were killed and 60 others injured in an explosion at a shopping mall in the Armenian capital Yerevan, officials said.
The mall is located outside the city centre, a reporter at the scene told dpa news agency.
He said the 'massive' blast on Sunday afternoon was likely caused by improperly stored fireworks that ignited.
Some 25 people were still missing, according to local authorities, and rescue workers said there could still be people under the rubble.
Several buildings collapsed or were damaged.
The blaze created a large cloud of smoke that spread over the city.
Dust and debris settled over cars.
About a dozen of the injured were children, according to the Health Ministry.
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“People from 98 countries can take advantage of the business visa facility,” he said after a cabinet meeting. “The government has opened Pakistan to boost tourism in the country.”
Tourists from 175 countries will be given e-visa facility, Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry said Thursday.
The minister said that journalist visa for Pakistan will be made easy; adding that visa on arrival facility has also been made available.
Chaudhry said that the people can apply for Pakistan’s visa online. Prime Minister Imran Khan has directed the authorities to reduce the visa fee, he added.
On January 26, Pakistan updated its visa policy and the government will now be granting visas on arrival to people from 50 countries.


LUCKNOW: The number of coronavirus positive cases in Uttar Pradesh crossed the 10,000-mark with 370 fresh cases reported on Saturday even as the number of casualties rose to 268. The number of Covid-19 cases in the state now stands at 10,103 as on Saturday. Principal secretary, health, Amit Mohan Prasad said the number of active cases in the state was 3,927 and the number of those who have recovered and been discharged from hospitals was 5,908. So far 268 people have lost their lives to coronavirus with 11 more deaths, Prasad said. Prasad stressed maintaining utmost vigil during the month of June saying it was most crucial since the migrants and others were returning to the state and there is a need to remain alert for checking the spread of the virus. He asked the gram and mohalla nigrani committees to remain alert in ensuring that the migrants and others who have returned strictly follow home quarantine as per the protocol. Warning that legal action will be taken against those violating home quarantine, Prasad said in such cases they will be put into administrative quarantine.


Bring power back to the council: Crisafulli
SOUTHERN Downs Regional Council helped drive some of the biggest local government reforms in a generation.
Local Government Minister David Crisafulli said suggestions made by the SDRC contributed to amendments to the Local Government and City of Brisbane Acts that will change the way councils do business.
"During a meeting with the SDRC, councillors said community plans were costly, time consuming and duplicated information already contained in financial and corporate plans," he said.
"They also said conflict of interest provisions were too restrictive and prevented them from voting on issues related to local sporting and community groups if they were a member.
"The previous Act made councils less responsive to their communities and we're restoring their power to act."
SDRC mayor Peter Blundell said it was pleasing to see that the Mr Crisafulli acted upon advice from the council.
"The changes...will result in the community being able to better determine the direction that it takes, and to shape the community for future generations, rather than have direction determined in a capital city many miles from the regions those decisions affect," he said.


Delta State Governor, Dr ifeanyi Okowa, has been commended for the immunisation exercise against yellow fever
The traditional Prime Minister of Aboh Kingdom, Chief Edwin Ndanike, stated this at Aboh when some primary health staff of Ndokwa East Local government Council visited the obi’s palace to sensitise the people of the community on the danger of the disease.
According to him, Deltsa State was blessed with a proactive governor, whom he said, was a medical doctor.
He assured that the traditional council would give the health workers the necessary support to enable them reach out to all persons in the community for the follow up yellow fever immunization.
Earlier, the leader of the team, Mrs Grace Eze, said that that the visit was to intimate the palace and the council of chiefs on how far the immunization exercise went in the area.
She said that the immunization exercise against yellow fever from nine months to 44 years was been successful, adding that those not attended to should come to the primary health care centre.
She appealed to the council of chiefs to take the information to their various homes.


GCC Assistant Secretary For Political Affairs Meets With Deputy Chief Of Mission At The U.S. Embassy In Riyadh
(MENAFN- Saudi Press Agency) Riyadh, September 01, 2022, SPA -- Assistant Secretary for Political Affairs and Negotiations of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Dr. Abdulaziz Hamad Al-Owaishek met here yesterday with Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Embassy in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Denison Offutt.
The meeting dealt with the latest arrangements for the ministerial meeting, the priorities for preparing for the meetings of the specialized working groups, and ways to develop and enhance cooperation in all fields in order to achieve common interests in light of the strategic partnership between the Gulf Cooperation Council and the United States of America.
The two sides also reviewed regional issues and files of common interest and exchanged views regarding the latest developments in the region.
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(MENAFN) On Tuesday TEDPIX, Iran’s benchmark stock index at Tehran Stock Exchange, dropped 2,521 points to reach 1.404 million. As it was recorded, more than 4.282 billion securities that value 40.121 trillion rials (about USD955.2 million) were exchanged at the TSE.
The first index of the market dropped by 4,449 points, whereas the second market’s index increased 3,115 points. Moreover, TEDPIX jumped 58,000 points (4.1 percent) to hit 1.456 million in the previous Iranian calendar week (ended on Friday).
In last week, the largely followed indices were of Isfahan Refining Corporation, National Iranian Copper Industries Firm, Mobarakeh Steel Firm, Social Security Investment Corporation, Bandar Abbas Refining Corporation, Iran Khodro Group, and Saipa Firm.
According to head of Iran’s Securities and Exchange Organization (SEO), the government is implementing new policies to avoid pre-ordered pricing in the stock exchange in the long term.
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LAHORE: Federal Minister for Railways Khawaja Saad Rafique Saturday said that foreign investment would have to be secured to increase Pakistan Railways’ revenue.
The federal minister was speaking during the inauguration ceremony of new coaches for the Khyber Mail in Rawalpindi Saturday.
Rafique said that Pakistan Railways’ income was Rs 18b while its losses exceeded Rs 30b. He said that by the end of this year, railways would earn Rs 50b while its losses would amount to Rs 35b.
“Losses will increase only by Rs 3b while our revenue would increase by Rs 18b,” he said. He said that the only solution to decreasing losses was to increase Pakistan Railways’ revenue. For that to happen, Rafique said that it was important to bring foreign investment.
In response to a question, Saad Rafique said that he did not want to comment on every decision given by the Supreme Court of Pakistan.
The minister said the addition of new coaches is part of a up gradation program of Pakistan Railways initiated by the incumbent government. He said more coaches will be added to trains next month.
The minister said the PML (N) government has been working to improve Pakistan Railways since its inception.
Rafique said railways revenue has risen up to Rs 50b which is a major achievement.— NNI


Hazare said that it seems that good days are about to commence. The Gandhian leader said that Kejriwal has deviated from his path and started believing that he can become Prime Minister. JPN/Bureau
Talking to the media, Anna said that Modi government has put forward a hopeful picture for the future and this is giving an impression that the government is quite serious towards the promises made by it.
The veteran anti-graft activist also said that he would closely monitor the performance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Council of Ministers for the coming four-six months and if the government fails to stand tall on its promises, a nationwide revolution would be launched.
Modi drew special appreciation from Anna on the fact that he asked his ministers not to appoint their relatives as Personal Assistant.
Anna also said that the way the new government said that it would also take the views and opinions of people into consideration gives a message that it has a vision.
He also said that a government with absolute majority, in place of a coalition government, can function in a better way and contribute more to the development of nation.
Anna also said that the people of the country are fed-up with corruption and in such a situation, the government, by constituting a SIT on blackmoney has sent out a positive indication.
Hazare said that it seems that good days are about to commence. The Gandhian leader said that Kejriwal has deviated from his path and started believing that he can become Prime Minister.


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Eleven police officers have been arrested over the killing of six people during Wednesday's riot on the Indonesian island Sulawesi, police said on Friday.
Six people died and 22were injured in the clashes between residents and police over the death of a man in custody.
Provincial police spokesman Kahar Muzakir said the officers were being questioned over the death of the detainee at the station on Tuesday as well as the killing of six rioters outside the station on Wednesday night.
Local police officers and their families have been evacuated to prevent more casualties.
Muzakir said security had been restored as more than 500 police reinforcements arrived from other regions, including heavily armed Mobile Brigade paramilitary from Jakarta.
President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono said the situation verged on anarchy and reprimanded Central Sulawesi Governor Banjela Paliudju and Buol district Chief Amran Batalipu for failing to ensure security.
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(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) Hockey India's president, Dilip Tirkey, and secretary general, Bhola Nath Singh, dismissed allegations of discord within the organization made by outgoing CEO Elena Norman. In a recent interview following her resignation, Norman claimed factionalism within Hockey India and cited a challenging work environment. However, Tirkey and Singh released a joint statement refuting Norman's assertions, emphasizing their unity and commitment to the sport's best interests.
The officials clarified that recent statements in the media regarding divisions within the organisation are inaccurate, asserting their collaboration for the betterment of Indian hockey. They highlighted Hockey India's dedication to equity, equal opportunities, and professionalism at all levels, emphasising their focus on talent development and support for national teams.
Norman's resignation marked the second setback for Hockey India, following the departure of the women's hockey team coach, Janneke Schopman, who also cited a challenging work environment. Tirkey and Singh expressed their dedication to rebuilding the women's team and supporting the men's team for the upcoming Olympics in Paris. Their joint statement underscored a commitment to excellence and providing the necessary infrastructure and training for team performance.
After 13 years, Hockey India CEO Elena Norman resigns citing unpaid dues & difficult work environment
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(MENAFN- Jordan News Agency) Amman, Feb. 26 (Petra)-Speaker of the Lower House of Parliament, Atef Tarawneh, said a settlement of the Palestinian cause is the key to peace and security in the Middle East leading to establishment of a sovereign Palestinian state on the pre-June 1967 borders with east Jerusalem as its capital.
During a meeting with his visiting Georgian counterpart, Irakli Kobakhidze, Tarawneh said the House deems the US resolution to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and to relocate its embassy to Jerusalem as "a discouraging step" that will have an impact on continuing peace efforts and is in favor of the forces of extremism and terrorism.
On Syria conflict, he said the absence of prospects for a political solution that preserves this Mideast country's territorial integrity will leave a dark shadow on the future of the region.
Over the past years, we have faced the crisis of wars on our northern and eastern borders in Syria and Iraq, alongside our battle on terrorism and attempts to phase out this phenomenon militarily and ideologically, Tarawneh added.
"We are requested today to dedicate our efforts to counter terrorism across multiple levels," he said.
He pointed out all these challenges have triggered a decline in the living standards of the region's peoples.
On refugee crises, he said Jordan has opened its borders in respect of international law and has received many waves of refugees from Iraq, Libya, Yemen and Syria.
As for joint consultations, he expressed hope official meetings would eventually lead to preliminary understandings on the future of Middle East, which battles turbulence.
During the meeting, the two sides voiced the necessity of developing bilateral ties, especially measures to facilitate the granting of visas and ways to foster cultural, tourist and economic cooperation.
In turn, Kobakhidze said the two countries have common interests,and said visit of the parliamentary delegation aims to strengthen the distinguished bilateral cooperation.
He added his country is interested in bolstering its relations with Amman in the parliamentary, economic and tourism fields.
"Terrorism is an important issue that we must confront together," he said, and added the two countries share common challenges in fighting this phenomenon. AG
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Chennai, Nov 28 (IANS) Director Srijar's romantic comedy 'Murungakai Chips', which features actors Shanthnu Baghyaraj and Athulya Ravi in the lead, will release on December 10.
Announcing the date on social media through their Twitter handle, the production house, Libra Productions, said that the film would be releasing worldwide on December 10.
The film, which was supposed to have released on November 19, was postponed earlier without announcing a release date.
Produced by Ravindhar Chandrasekaran, it has music by Dharan Kumar and cinematography by Ramesh Chakravarthy.
Three songs from the film have already gone on to become chartbusters. While the number 'Talku Lessu Worku Moreu' garnered 3.7 million views on YouTube, the number 'Edho Solla' got a whopping 9.2 million views. The third number, 'Wildu Strawberry' fetched the team 1.1 million views.
Jomin has handled the film's editing while Narmadha Veni has handled its art direction.
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Federal Minister for Science and Technology Chaudhry Fawad Hussain said on Saturday that the government was making all-out efforts to revive the manufacturing industry in the country as it was necessary for strengthening national economy.
He was addressing the inaugural ceremony of LCCI app for Apple iOS and upgraded website of the LCCI Radio FM 98.6 at the Lahore Chamber of Commerce & Industry (LCCI) building here.
“Manufacturing produces a number of positive results like creation of new job opportunities,” the minister stated as he talked about the importance of focusing on the nation’s manufacturing sector.
He said that credit goes to Prime Minister Imran Khan that after a very long time, industrial units had been revived in the country.
He added that for the first time in the country’s history, the civil and military interface had been created and now both were sharing their research with each other.
He said that Pakistan was importing medical equipment when the first wave of COVID-19 hit the country, but now it was among those 18 countries which were manufacturing ventilators.
Chaudhry said that it was important to keep an eye on technological advancements besides observing that which businesses had good scope in the market and which were getting obsolete.
He also said that 5G technology would bring about a big revolution, adding that the country needed a stable internet to benefit from technological advancements.
The minister believes that the country’s future is linked with technology, and that merger of technology and biotechnology is of utmost importance.
He told the participants that Pakistan had the most lucrative electric vehicles auto policy. In the coming three years, electric vehicles would take over the market in main cities, and would definitely help reduce environmental pollution.
Fawad Ch said that the decision in the past to turn Pakistan’s economy into import-based on the pattern of Dubai and Singapore was wrong, adding that the country with a population of about 220 million people could not sustain import economy.
“Pakistan needs to invest more in its testing infrastructure to bring it on a par with the international standards to achieve the desired goals in terms of greater export volumes,” he said.
LCCI Vice President Tahir Manzoor Chaudhry said that information technology had transformed the way of doing business.


(MENAFN- Morocco World News) President of the Dakhla-Oued Eddahab Region Ynja Khattat Rabat – Speaking to the press on the sidelines of the ongoing Crans Montana Forum in Dakhla, President of the Dakhla-Oued Eddahab Region Ynja Khattat has urged Algeria to cooperate in settling the Western Sahara conflict.
Khattat discussed the recent meeting between the Moroccan delegation and Personal Envoy of the Secretary-General Horst Kohler in regards to the Western Sahara question, in his interview with Le360 .
According to Khattat, the meeting is a joint consultation between Morocco and the United Nations to find a mutually acceptable solution for the regional conflict over the Sahara.
The president of the region added that Morocco's delegation was firm about its proposals, and was always reaffirming its willingness to find a solution for the Sahara issue.
Speaking about Morocco's initiatives to solve the Western Sahara question, Ynja said that King Mohammed VI was very clear about Morocco's position on the issue in his speech last November 6, 2017, in conjunction with the 42nd anniversary of the Green March. In his speech, the monarch emphasized Morocco's established principles and frame of reference.
The Moroccan official added that all the parties who played a major role in creating the Western Sahara issue must engage in settling the four-decade-long conflict, referring to Algeria.
Ynja also commended King Mohammed VI's development model for the Moroccan southern provinces and the application of advanced regionalization. Ynja added that Dakhla, the gateway to Africa, has seen development progress at different levels including education, health, industry, and tourism.
Dakhla is one of the most attractive national tourist destinations. Furthermore, the Moroccan southern city is now accessible by air from Casablanca, with ten flights per week. The city is also connected to Las Palmas (Canary Islands) with two direct flights, and to Paris with one flight per week.
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Rural Development Minister Michael Ring will be in Donegal on Friday
The opportunities for communities to benefit from supports will be outlined by Rural Development Minister Michael Ring at an event in Donegal tomorrow, Friday.
Groups who have benefitted from such supports will tell their stories at the event which takes place at the Bluestack Centre in Drimarone.
The event is one of a series being held across the country. Education Minister Joe McHugh and Minister of State at the Department of Rural and Community Development Seán Canney will also attend the event.
Speaking ahead of the event Mr Ring said: “There are so many Government supports available to rural communities which can make a really positive impact at a local level. “This RuralOpportunity event in the Bluestack Centre is about highlighting these supports to communities and informing them how they can avail of them.
“It’s a grassroots event with strong local input from Donegal, Sligo, and Mayo. We will hear the stories of people whose communities have benefitted from Government support. We hope that their stories can help inspire people to improve their own communities.”


Minister for Children Barry Andrews has defended the social welfare cuts in the Budget.
On RTÉ's This Week, responding to comments that the cuts will push the number of children living in poverty to over 100,000, Mr Andrews said the Government had taken steps to protect the most vulnerable.
Mr Andrews said people at the bottom end in receipt of child benefit received an increase in the child dependent allowance last year and that the family income supplement was available to those on low incomes.
Barry Andrews said that the child benefit payments generally have gone back to 2005 levels but for those on the lowest incomes receiving the child dependent allowance, payments have gone back to 2008 levels.
However, on the issue of the €40m bonuses for AIB staff, Mr Andrews said the Government would do what it could, within the law to prevent the payments.
On the Wikileaks disclosures regarding the seeking of information for the Murphy Commission, Mr Andrews said the Government had received a huge amount of information from Rome.
Speaking on RTÉ radio, Mr Andrews said Minister for Foreign Affairs Micheal Martin had told the Papal Nuncio in November last year that it was unacceptable that the Vatican was not providing the information.
But he said the Vatican was now taking the matter seriously.


Lebanon Reports 2,213 New Cases of Covid-19
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Beirut, Apr. 11, 2021, SPA -- Lebanon reported 2,213 new cases of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) during the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases to 496,846.
The Lebanese Ministry of Public Health said, in a statement, that the country sustained 31 deaths, adding that the death toll reached 6,661.
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Gambella state says security forces stabilize capital city after hours-long fighting against joint Gambella, Oromo armed groups
The regional government announced that it has been able to stabilize the town with the help of security forces against the Shene (OLA) and Gambella Liberation Front (GLF) who opened fire on Gambella town.
The militant group has also claimed responsibility for the attack. The regional government thanked the people of the city for their cooperation in law enforcement.
It is recalled that there had been a long-running exchange of gunfire in the city since 12:30 am, adding that work was underway to clear the remaining members of the group.
The security forces are also working hard to eradicate the militant group. The state said the regional government ask the people to continue to support the security forces and strengthen their cooperation.
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(MENAFN- QNA) Iraqi President has Dr. Fuad Masum has praised his meeting with HH the Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al -Thani adding that the meeting was cordial and frank and addressed all questions and issues that concern the two countries.
During a press meeting he held here today with a number of local and foreign media, the Iraqi President stressed that the joint committees between the two countries would be activated and that committees in other areas would be formed with a view to pushing forward the interests of the two countries , referring to the planned visit of HE the Foreign Minister Dr. Khalid bin Mohammed Al-Attiyah to Iraq soon.
President Masum noted that the visit represents the beginning of the return of Iraqi-Qatari ties to normal. He said he looks forward that Iraq's ties with the Gulf countries and the region would be distinguished based on mutual understanding and common interests.
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TDP district president and MLC B. Arjunudu said the party cadre were committed to making ‘Grama Darshini’ beginning Monday a success. The achievements of the government during the last four years would be highlighted during the programme, he said, exuding confidence that the welfare schemes would stand the party in good stead during the coming elections. Addressing media persons here on Sunday, Mr. Arjunudu said the fact that the government received many awards, including some at the international arena, was reflective of the high standards of its administration. The party cadre were asked to explain what the government did to the people .
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Political leaders express solidarity with Kashmiris
ISLAMABAD – Political leaders on Sunday expressed solidarity with the innocent Kashmiris.
Addressing a press conference in Golra Sharif on Sunday, Kashmir Committee Chairman Fakhar Imam said that Pakistanis will not hesitate to sacrifice for the Kashmiri brothers.
He said that the world has recognized that Kashmir is not part of India and reiterated every possible support for Kashmiris.
On the other hand, Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar while demanding the international community to take notice of the situation said that the terrifying face of the so-called Indian democracy has been exposed to the world.
He said that India has made the occupied Valley a hell for the Kashmiris, adding that the pellet guns also couldn’t suppress independence movement of the Kashmiris.
Meanwhile Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) chief Sirajul Haq while expressing solidarity with the Kashmiris said that the government should provide practical assistance to Kashmiris beyond statements.
He said that the Pakistanis will support Kashmiris till the last drop of blood.


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The Game Industry Salary Survey for 2011, performed by Game Developer, has shown that while the salaries for the United States video game industry have largely remained the same during last year, the earnings of those developers who designed themselves as indie have increased from around 11,000 dollars (8,250 Euro) to more than 23,000 dollars (17,250 Euro).
The earnings of those who see themselves as independent developer teams have also increased, alongside those of the independent contractors.
The number of independent developers who have trouble selling their game has decreased as well, with only 48 percent of them saying that they made less than 500 dollars (375 Euro) from their title.
When it comes to big hits, 16 percent of the indie developers said that they made more than 50,000 dollars (37,500 Euro) from their games, double the figure seen during 2010.
The survey has also shown that more indie developers are working as part of a team and that less people are interested in breaking into the industry.


Prime Minister's Special Assistant on Health, Dr. Faisal Sultan on Tuesday said that the second wave of COVID-19 has begun in the country and urged people to follow standard operating procedure (SOP)s strictly.
Talking to media he said, the daily tally of cases has shot up to 700-750 from 400-500 as compared to past few weeks.
He said, “The death rate from coronavirus has also increased in the country while the positivity ratio had surged to 2.5-2.75%.”
Faisal pointed out that masses were not following SOPs to prevent the spread of the deadly virus as they should, given the pandemic was still far from over.
The Prime Minister’s special assistant on Health said that Pakistan is entering the phase where they need to tighten coronavirus curbs.
“An official plan would be formulated soon,” he added.
"Our focus — tightening coronavirus restrictions — will be more on the cities and areas where the positivity ratio of the virus is high," Dr. Faisal said.
"We urge local administrations to implement coronavirus SOPs," he said and warned that the government would impose a fine on people who did not follow coronavirus SOPs in public places.
He also hinted that business timing across the country may be reduced once again amid second COVID-19 wave.
He said that business timings that were in place during the pandemic may be restored again.


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Minister of Finance H E Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari met yesterday with Minister of Finance in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan H E Mohamad Al Issis, who is currently visiting Qatar.
During the meeting, they discussed aspects of mutual cooperation between the two countries in addition to bilateral relations, particularly in the economic, trading and investment fields, and means to enhance these relations.
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Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala said that the stockpiles of weapons in the country’s warehouses are dwindling, leading to a reduction in Prague’s ability to help the Kiev regime.
“Indeed, we have fewer and fewer stocks and assistance capabilities in our warehouses,” Petr Fiala said at a news conference in Vienna.
Fiala pointed out that Prague would continue to support the Ukrainian Armed Forces and said that the Czech defence industry was ready to cooperate with Western partners to provide assistance to Ukraine.
Earlier, Reuters sources said that the EU initiative to allocate military aid to the Kiev regime was encountering growing resistance from the countries of the association. Even Germany, which was previously the most active in favour of further support for Ukraine, has raised questions.


JUI-F not to vote for 21st Amendment
Sources reported that JUI-F is not in favor of the military courts in the country.
It is further said that JUI-F Chief Maulana Fazl-ur-Rehman has also contacted leaders of different religious parties and seminaries over the matter.
The party will announce its line of action today, party sources said.
Sources further said that government officials have contacted JUI-F Chief to reconsider his decision.


The Waddan court judge Abdelsalam Ismail and prosecutor Ali Abdelrahman as well as two police officers, who were abducted on Sunday, were released Tuesday, according to a House of Representatives member from Jufra.
The HoR member Ismail Al-Sharif said on Facebook that the abducted persons were freed by the armed group that took them to Sirte, adding that they were released to the commander of the 128 brigade Hassan Al-Zadma.
The abduction that took place last Sunday was over the detention of two people related to the kidnappers for smuggling charges in Hun town prison.
Later, the armed group kidnaped the court officials and officers from the court in which a trial for the smugglers was to take place.
Reacting to the incident, Jufra judiciary institutions suspended their work on Monday over the kidnapping of their co-workers.


The Adamawa state Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has on Tuesday granted audience to the leadership of Pene Da Bwatiye where state security and the need for peaceful coexistence among the respective ethnic groups in the state was emphasized
Shortly after a closed door meeting, President of the Pene Da Bwatiye, Prof. Dan Babayi disclosed that the meeting centered on discussions to further consolidate on the relative peace being experienced currently in the state
He said cases of farmers and herder’s crisis that had claimed lives in the pass still resurface in some quotas of the state and expressed the hope that measures discussed at the meeting would yield positive results
He explained that most of such cases happen during the rainy and harvest seasons that’s why the Bwatiye leadership find it necessary to begin the anti- farmer and herders crisis advocacy early through the meeting
Prof. Babayi said that the lingering compensation of Bwatiye communities that lost their fortunes in similar crisis was also discussed and that the state government promised to look into it.
Among reasons for the visit by the Bwatiye according to President Babayi was to congratulate the governor on his successful conduct of local government elections in the state and to also commend him for his efforts at delivering people’s oriented projects within less than three years in office.


Chief Executive Officer for the Africa Centre for Security, Paul Boateng has appealed to Inspector General of Police (IGP) to do more in maximizing public trust in the activities of the Ghana Police Service to enhance community policing.
The security analyst said that can be achieved if the police involve the people in the community in executing their law enforcement duties.
He believed that if the police educate the people in the community on security matters, it will encourage them (people) to assist them in crime combating.
In obtaining public safety, peace and crime combat, Mr Boateng stated that public trust in community policing is very crucial.
He said bad relationship between the public and the police will make policing in the community difficult, which can lead to social disorders like murder, stealing, drug trafficking among others.
Mr Paul Boateng was speaking on Otec FM’s morning show ‘Nyansapo’ hosted by Captain Koda, on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, on the fight against crime in the country.
“Without the support and cooperation of the people in the community, policing will be difficult for the police in executing their duties to maintain law and order. That is why it is imperative in educating the people on the activities of the police,” he said.
“If the people have trust in the police, they are ready to give information on criminal activities in the areas to the people without hesitation, for the assurance that they (people) will not be betrayed by the police,” he added.
Mr Boateng also advised the public not to entertain any person who might want to breach the peaceful and stability in the community, but rather report the person’s doubtful behavior to the police for the necessary actions to be taken.
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|Regina police have issued two tickets related to a protest of Saskatchewan’s COVID-19 response on Saturday.
Two men were ticketed for failing to comply with the public health order, which currently bans outdoor gatherings of more than 10 people. According to a news release from the Regina Police Service, its estimated 30 people attended the protest in the 2100 block of Victoria Ave.
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(MENAFN- Qatar News Agency) Rsaw june 26 (qna) - polish prime minister donald tusk on wednesday won a confidence vote he called after members of his cabinet were implicated in a scandal over leaked recordings that has severely embarrassed his government.
tusk was backed by 237 parliamentarians out of 440 who cast votes the (dpa) reported.
the confidence vote came ahead of a european union summit due to start thursday in brussels.
before the vote tusk said he wanted assurance that the government had the mandate and the majority to continue its work. he also admitted that the illegal recordings affected dozens maybe hundreds of people.
but he said if he won the vote "it would create a feeling in brussels that poland seems to be ok in terms of political stability and we'll be able to talk calmly and seriously." (qna)
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ST. PAUL -- Three area communities are among those receiving grant and low-interest loan funds from the state and federal governments to help with the costs of improvements to their water treatment and distribution systems.
Bird Island, Cosmos and Redwood Falls were notified that they will be receiving funds from the Minnesota Public Facilities Authority and the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act or federal stimulus program for their projects.
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The ceremony to hand over the 10 jeeps was held at the Presidential Secretariat on May 06th.
The ceremony was held under the patronage of President Maithripala Sirisena, while Chinese Ambassador Cheng Xueyuan handed over the keys of the jeeps officially.
Thereafter, the President and Ambassador Cheng Xueyuan inspected the jeeps.
President Sirisena thanked China for always being ready to assist Sri Lanka at a time of need.
He said the jeeps will help boost security and safety for the people and would be an asset to the police.
Ambassador Cheng Xueyuan assured that China is always there to assist the Sri Lankan Government and its people and to strengthen security and stability in the country.
He expressed hope that these vehicles would further strengthen the ties between the two countries and would ensure common victories for the people of both countries.
In addition, he noted that over the past few years the China-Sri Lanka cooperation had increased and the law enforcement cooperation had also developed strongly.
He said through the investigations, arresting of suspects, exchanging prisoners etc the two countries have cooperated with each other and gained positive results over the years.


Panaji: AAP Goa chief Amit Palekar on Saturday said that the BJP has been supporting and encouraging illegal sand mafia in the state, which was evident from the alleged phone conversation between a government official and party’s state chief Sadanand Tanavade.
Talking to reporters, Palekar said that the BJP has been actively involved in fostering the illegal sand mafia trade in the state. He said that the party leaders claim themselves above the High Court.
Palekar said that the way BJP leaders are behaving is dangerous for Goa and the democracy.
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Armenian Health Ministry Official Warns Coronavirus Cases Will Rise as Vaccination Rate Slumps
Gayaneh Sahakyan, Manager of the Armenian Ministry of health’s National Immunization Programme, today said that 53,000 people in the country have received the first dose of the Covid-19 vaccine.
Sahakyan described the vaccination rate as “very bad” and that herd immunity will take an exceptionally long time if the rate doesn’t improve.
She said that 1,500 doses are given daily but that the number has dropped of late.
Sahakyan estimated 600 new coronavirus cases next week, 180 of which will be hospitalized.
The ministry official said that as the reproduction rate slowly grows, the number of coronavirus cases is expected to increase in the coming days.


Armenian forces kill Azerbaijani soldier
(MENAFN) An Azerbaijani soldier was killed in a clash at Armenia-Azerbaijan frontline, according to Azerbaijan's Defense Ministry on Tuesday.
The ministry stated in a statement that Armenian forces violated the truce and murdered a soldier, named as Ellez Ellezov, in the shooting.
Azerbaijan and Armenia remain in conflict over the occupied Karabakh region.
Karabakh broke away from Azerbaijan in 1991 with Armenian military' support, and a peace procedure has yet to be applied.
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The official made this comment on the report that Taiwan pop singer Zhang Huimei could not attend the concert held in Hangzhou because of criticism and protests by netizens.
He said that his office has noticed the report and was trying to know more details on the issue.
The Chinese culture association also expressed its support for the ongoing exchanges and cooperation across the Taiwan Straits.
Taiwan pop singers' holding and attending concerts on the Chinese mainland is an important content of the cultural exchangesand cooperation, which has played an important role in eliminatingthe misunderstanding between the compatriots of both sides and improving the relations across the Straits, said the director of the association.
"We fully understood the patriotism of the netizens who expressed their anger and protests to the 'Taiwan independence' activities by the Taiwan authority," said the director.
"Many Taiwan pop stars have contributed a lot to the improvement of the relations across the Straits, and we will continue opening the market for them and protect their legitimate rights and interests according to law," the director said. Enditem


Information Minister Pervaiz Rashid said on Saturday that the government is planning to give more incentives to the Pakistan film industry.
Pervaiz Rashid said cinema industry has been given tax exemption and the government is planning to offer more incentives for cinema houses.
Talking to representatives of film industry in Lahore‚ the information minister said that the prudent policies of the government will turn Pakistan into a social security and welfare state.
While speaking to media in Lahore, he said every force will be used to establish writ of the government and the security of life and property of the people will be ensured at all costs.
He said establishment of a tolerant and peaceful society is need of the hour.
He said issues faced by the nation will be discussed in the forthcoming session of the National Assembly.


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Kozhikode: Minister Mohammed Riyas responded over the political controversies in the state against the LDF government. Condemning the controversies, he alleged that such moves only aim to impede the government's developmental activities. However, the government will never fear anyone, he added.
Mohammed Riyas said that the public will receive the benefits of the development projects. But certain groups are attempting to show the efforts of the government in a bad light.
He claimed such attempts will never bother the government.
He also asserted that his statements were not intended to a particular person, but in general.


GEORGE TOWN — Adopting the 3E approach (Evaluation, Enforcement and Education) is significant in opening the economy, says Penang Tourism, Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee chairman Yeoh Soon Hin.
He said the 3E approach announced by Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow was important to achieve a win-win situation in the state’s efforts to restore the economy while minding public safety.
“Evaluation is to assess and ensure the sectors reopen gradually under certain standard operating procedures (SOP) such as stricter sanitation management and temperature testing.
“Enforcement refers to supporting enforcement activities in ensuring that the standard health operating procedures are adhered to,” he said in a statement today.
Yeoh said balancing economic recovery efforts and efforts to curb the spread of COVID-19 was important to ensure that there would be minimal disruption to people’s jobs and livelihood once all industries reopen.
“After more than 40 days since the commencement of Movement Control Order with public health as priority, the economy needs to be gradually restored to avoid great economic losses which will affect employment.
“However, we cannot rashly resume economic activities without preparation as this will risk jeopardising the efforts made thus far,” he said.
Yeoh also pointed out that the decision by the chief minister was to ensure that businesses and people have sufficient time to do the necessary in preparing the SOP, including hygiene management and disinfection which has now become the ‘new normal’.
He urged the sectors to be patient and abide by the state government’s instructions before fully resuming work on May 13, as well as not to make light of the situation when it comes to COVID-19 preventive efforts.


Record increase of COVID-19 hospitalisations in Denmark
New figures from the State Serum Institute (SSI) have revealed that Denmark has seen a record number of COVID-19-related hospitalisations over the past 24 hours.
Setting aside the number of people who have been discharged and deaths, 54 more people were in hospital compared to the day before – the highest one-day increase since the pandemic started.
In total, there are now 493 people in hospital due to COVID-19 – the highest since April 6 and close to the record of 535 set on April 1.
Over the past 24 hours, a further 3,692 people have tested positive for the coronavirus.
Non-critical treatment postponed
In a bid to curb the spread of the virus, the government ushered in further restrictions last week.
However, the effect of that has yet to be seen in hospitals around the country.
“We shouldn’t expect to see it yet. But within the next 2-4 days we would like to see the curve flatten out, so we can avoid further measures being taken,” Svend Ellermann-Eriksen, a head doctor at the Department of Microbiology at Aarhus University, told TV2 News.
The increase in hospitalisations has begun to strain hospitals across the country.
Over the past five days, hospitals in the capital area have experienced a 60 percent increase in COVID-19 patients and the Capital Region moved to postpone 40 percent of non-critical treatment to make room for the influx.
The good news is that the health authority, Sundhedsstyrelsen, said this week that Denmark has enough capacity in its hospitals to handle the rising number of hospitalised COVID-19 patients.


Dahabshil CEO Mr. Abdirashid Mohammed Duale said that progress can be achieved when the community and the government work together.
Mr. Abdirashid, who spoke about the construction of the Waahen market, said that progress can be achieved when people work in togetherness and in concerted efforts.
He said, “The re-construction of Waheen, which started today (Saturday) shows that if the people are united and work with their government, progress can be achieved”.
He said that the Waahen market is a large business center that serves the entire Horn of Africa and is viable.
After the large blaze that hit the market and razed it down last year the people and the state came together in concerted efforts and raised funds to construct modern complexes at the location.


(MENAFN- Gulf Times) In a major accident, a speeding SUV which overshot a traffic light at Khalifa Al Atiyya Intersection in Doha fell off the bridge onto the February 22 Street underpass on Wednesday night.
A tweet from the Ministry of Interior on Thursday attributed the accident to ‘overspeed and failure to obey the traffic signals.'
The vehicle smashed through the metal railings on one side of the bridge, near the Midmac Flyover, before plunging down to the February 22 Street, which is a part of Al Shamal Expressway.
No information is available about the status of the occupant(s) of the vehicle or whether any other vehicle on February 22 Street was involved in the accident when the SUV fell from above.
Following the accident, police blocked traffic through the affected stretch of the road until the area was cleared of the wreckage and debris.
Yesterday, concrete blocks could be seen placed against the metal railing on either side of the bridge.
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The National Restoration Party (NAREP) campaign trail in the Feira parliamentary by-election yesterday was a snag after the opposition political party failed to hold its planned rallies in the constituency when the only filling station in Luangwa district refused to refill their vehicles under the guise that there was no fuel in the district.
The failure to hold rallies was compounded by the sudden change of mind by the local transporters who had been hired to transport the prospective voters to the venue where the public meeting was supposed to be held.
NAREP national chairman Joseph Mushalika complained that there seemed to have been a conspiracy between the state and the filing station in Luangwa to deliberately frustrate the campaigns by the opposition political party.
Mr Mushalika wondered how the lack of fuel in the area had only come at the time when his party had arrived in the constituency to conduct their campaigns.
Mr Mushalika told the Daily Nation that it was unfortunate that even after the party had made prior arrangements with local transporters, the owners decided to change their mind to be hired for the agreed assignment.
He said his party was suspicious that the ruling party had extensively intimidated the people who could have provided transportation for their members and could have instructed the filling station not to fuel their vehicles.
Mr Mushalika said what was even more worrying was that even Zesco had cut power to the district making it impossible for the party to use the public address system.
He said the campaigns for his party in Feira had been paralyzed because there were no basic necessities such as fuel and electricity apart from the sudden change of mind by the local transporters not to ferry their members to campaign venues.This is not good for fair and free elections and the government must know this,” Mr Mushalika said.
He stated that there was no doubt that there was somebody responsible for the frustration his party had been subjected to saying the ruling party was beginning to feel the growing popularity of his political party.


CID arrests barber for attempting to extort money from former First Lady
By Norman Palihawadane
The CID has taken into custody a barber who allegedly attempted to extort money from former First Lady Ayoma Rajapaksa.
Police headquarters sources said that the suspect had allegedly phoned the former First Lady and had attempted to extort one million rupees.
The CID said that the suspect had been identified as a 37-year-old resident of Salamulla, Kolonnawa, and is reported to have demanded money from the former First Lady several times.
Investigations have revealed that the suspect had taken part in anti-government protests at the Galle Face Green.
The police said that the former First Lady had received 19 telephone calls on the first day, eight calls on the second day, and three calls on the last day.


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The Ohio Department of Health has required people in the state to report any suspected cases of the new coronavirus.
Hancock Public Health epidemiologist Chad Masters said that the virus, which has spread throughout China and has 5 confirmed cases in the U.S. shares similar symptoms to the flu.
Masters said that you can protect yourself in the same way you protect against the flu.
Masters said that the focus of this effort is to control the spread of the disease while it is being researched.
He added that the requirement to report the disease will also be based on the recent travel of the patient.
You can learn more on the CDC website.


(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) KUWAIT, May 14 (KUNA) -- UAE Higher Federal Council unanimously elected on Saturday Sheikh Mohammad bin Zayed Al-Nahyan as president of the United Arab Emirates, the official news agency, Wam, said. (more)
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War Against Taliban Likely to Intensify, Says UN Experts
Resistance against the Taliban will likely intensify, according to experts.
UN experts have told the Security Council that the Taliban are under threat from the ISKP and NRF and that the war in Afghanistan could escalate as the climate changes.
The Washington Post quoted the experts as saying on Friday that the Taliban were maintaining close ties with al-Qaeda because they wanted to consolidate their control over Afghanistan.
The main military threat against the Taliban comes from the ISKP and guerrilla attacks by former Afghan government security personnel, the report said.
Experts also said that the war could escalate as the weather changes, as the NRF and ISKP are conducting operations against Taliban forces.
However, experts have stated that the ISKP and al-Qaeda do not appear to be able to carry out international attacks until 2023.
The Taliban have oppressed other ethnic groups and now their main concern is to consolidate their control over Afghanistan, according to the report.
“Since taking power, many factors have led to tensions, leading to the perception that the Taliban government is turbulent, fragmented, and prone to policy change and backtracking,” the Washington Post quoted the expert as saying.
Concerns have been raised about the escalation of the war in the country and the threat posed by the ISKP, while Taliban Defense Minister Mullah Yaqub has denied ISKP’s physical presence in an interview with an Indian media outlet.
It is worth mentioning that recently, a large number of countries have convened meetings focusing on Afghanistan, expressing concern for regional security.


(MENAFN- The Peninsula) Doha: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and Sultan of Oman H M Haitham bin Tarik today witnessed the signing of a number of agreements between the governments of the two countries at the Amiri Diwan.
HH the Amir and HM the Sultan witnessed the signing of an agreement on military cooperation that aims to enhance bilateral military cooperation, and agreement on avoiding double taxation and evasion on income taxes and capital levies, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in the field of labor and developing human resources, a cooperation agreement in the investment field between Qatar Investment Authority and Oman Investment Authority, a cooperation agreement in the field of tourism and hospitality, an agreement in the field of maritime transport and ports.
The signing ceremony was attended by HH the Deputy Amir Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Thani, HH the Personal Representative of HH the Amir Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al-Thani, HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz Al-Thani, and a number of Their Excellencies the ministers.
On the Omani side, it was attended by HH Deputy Prime Minister for Defense Affairs Shihab bin Tarek Al Said, and Their Excellencies members of the official accompanying delegation.
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Tagataese champions State of Mind
Sharks forward Sam Tagataese has been appointed as an ambassador for the NRL’s ‘State of Mind’ campaign, which seeks to raise awareness on mental health issues.
Tagataease said that he jumped at the chance to be involved with such a campaign as he believes mental health awareness is something he feels passionately about and is an issue which needs to be addressed by the NRL and it’s Clubs.
The Sharks player also spoke about how he himself came into contact with mental health issues and how the support of friends and family was crucial to overcoming the illness.
For more on what Cronulla Sharks players are doing in the community visit sharks.com.au


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