(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) Disney Plus Hotstar, a leading OTT platform, is set to launch the second season of "Kerala Crime Files," marking their first original series in Malayalam. The first series is directed by Ahmed Kabir. It revolves around the murder of a sex worker in a lodge, with the storyline focusing on the protagonist's quest to uncover the murderer using clues from the lodge's register book. The upcoming season is highly anticipated by fans.
Meanwhile, the second series is written by Bahul Ramesh. The cinematography is handled by Jitin Stanislaus and the music is by Hesham Abdul Wahab. The series is produced by Monkey Business Cinemas, and the makers do not doubt that this season will introduce a new case and take the audience to another thrilling world of mystery and suspense.
In addition to "Kerala Crime Files," Disney Plus Hotstar has produced two other popular series in Malayalam: "Masterpiece" and "Perilloor Premier League." "Perilloor Premier League" stood out for its comedic portrayal of extraordinary events in the Koch village of Perilloor, eliciting laughter from viewers. The series follows Malavika, portrayed by Nikhila Vimal, who unexpectedly becomes the president in the panchayat elections. Featuring a star-studded cast including Sunny Wayne, Vijayaraghavan, Ashokan, Aju Varghese, and others, the series captivated audiences with its humorous and engaging storyline.
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Deer hunting should see good fortune, DNR says
Deer hunting should be good when Minnesota's firearms hunting season opens Nov. 3, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
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(MENAFN- PR Consultant ) 25 May 2023, Riyadh - SCA (Saudi Contractors Authority الهيئة السعودية للمقاولين) and Ventures Onsite, a product of Ventures Middle East, have joined forces to launch SCAVO, an innovative and comprehensive Construction Intelligence Platform for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This collaboration marks a pivotal milestone in the Saudi construction industry, signaling a new era of advancement and excellence.
During the Future Projects Forum held in Riyadh, the partnership between SCA and Ventures Onsite was solidified through the official signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), representing a significant step forward in the industry. Abdulmajeed Alrashoudi, Governor of SCA, signed the MoU and stood alongside Ahmad Kabra, CEO of Ventures Middle East, and Mibu John, Partner and Managing Director of Ventures Onsite, during the signing ceremony.
SCAVO represents a breakthrough in construction intelligence, providing industry professionals with unparalleled insights and real-time project data. Leveraging the combined expertise, resources, and leadership of both entities, this powerful partnership underscores a shared commitment to driving innovation, excellence, and progress within the Saudi construction sector.
Ahmad Kabra, CEO of Ventures Middle East, highlighted the profound impact of this collaboration, stating, "The partnership between Ventures Onsite and SCA signifies our unwavering dedication to the advancing Saudi construction industry."
Mibu John, Partner and Managing Director of Ventures Onsite, echoed the sentiment, expressing enthusiasm, "We are excited to embark on this partnership with SCA to introduce SCAVO. Together, Ventures Onsite and SCA will empower the industry, its participants and stakeholders with transformative solutions from SCAVO."
The launch of SCAVO marks a significant milestone in Ventures Onsite's steadfast commitment to providing cutting-edge intelligence solutions to the region’s construction industry. This collaboration with SCA further reinforces the shared vision of both entities to support the growth and advancement of the Saudi construction industry.
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Local legislators report increases in funding for vairous programs
District 5B Rep. Tom Anzelc, DFL-Balsam Township, said the recent legislative session ended with lots of compromise, though Anzelc was happy with some of the decisions made.
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Tunis: Conflict-wracked Libya donated several dozen trucks of food supplies on Tuesday to neighbouring Tunisia, the Libyan embassy said, months into an economic crisis that has seen repeated shortages of basic goods.
A convoy of 96 trucks carrying sugar, oil, flour and rice from Tripoli passed the Ras Jedir crossing on Tuesday morning, said Naim Achibi, spokesman for the Libyan embassy in Tunis.
'These provisions are a donation from the government of national unity (in Tripoli) to help Tunisia tackle the acute shortages' of these products, he told AFP.
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Tunisia is in the grip of a downturn that has spiralled since its 2011 revolution, itself sparked by economic woes.
The country has seen repeated shortages of basic goods, from coffee to petrol in recent months, along with a political crisis following President Kais Saied's dramatic power grab in July 2021.
The border region between Tunisia and Libya is a hub for a thriving cross-border trade, both legal and illicit.
Libya tumbled into a morass of violence with the 2011 revolt that toppled dictator Moamer Kadhafi, and today two rival governments are vying for power.
But despite the conflict, revenues from Africa's biggest oil reserves make it relatively wealthy compared to its resource-poor neighbour.
Tunisia is also a major destination for Libyans seeking medical treatment.
The donation of food comes less than two months after Tripoli-based interim prime minister Abdelhamid Dbeibah visited Tunis in a move aimed at warming cool ties with Saied's government.
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Doha: Head of Advocacy and Outreach Office of the High Representative for the Lease Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries and Small Island Developing States (UN-OHRLLS) Conor O'Loughlin valued the efforts made by the State of Qatar to make the 5th United Nations Conference on the Least Developed Countries (LDC5) a success, starting from the slogan 'From Potential to Prosperity,' and ending with the offer made by Qatar, which includes a financing package worth $60m to help the least developed countries (LDCs) achieve some of their goals and fulfil some of their obligations.
In an exclusive statement with Qatar News Agency (QNA), O'Loughlin affirmed that the conference has been very productive since its inception, as the host country has announced allocating $60m on the first day of the conference, while Germany announced a package worth 200 million euros. Finland announced a new project with the Office of the High Representative for Least Developed Countries in a new series of conferences between academics and politicians to make sure policy makers are integrating research, data and new ideas into development, while Canada has presented a climate project in Burkina Faso with a value of $25m, he added.
In this context, Head of Advocacy and Outreach Office of the High Representative for LDCs expressed the UN-OHRLLS' gratitude for the generosity of the State of Qatar, pointing out that Qatar has proven - through the first few days of the conference, the extent of its commitment to supporting the LDCs and harnessing what is available to help and support LDCs.
O'Loughlin noted that the Doha Program of Action shows wisdom, explaining that it takes into account what happens to LDCs in a moment of crisis.
“We are gathered here in Doha later than we were supposed to, and the only advantage we have is that the Doha Program of Action was negotiated in the middle of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, which means that the lessons we have learned from the pandemic or at least from the experiences of the pandemic have been incorporated into those under this program,” he said.
“There is a resilience-building mechanism that will help LDCs overcome COVID-19, as they are still struggling through this pandemic, but also help strengthen their defences against future pandemics and future disasters that are increasingly coming from climate change and other shocks,” he added.
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(MENAFN) The Russian Prosecutor General’s Office has taken a significant step in addressing recent terrorist attacks on Russian soil by sending formal requests to the United States, Germany, France, and Cyprus. The requests, accompanied by appeals from a group of members of the State Duma, call for thorough investigations into the incidents, as well as the alleged sabotage of the Nord Stream pipelines.
The move comes in response to mounting demands from Russian lawmakers for an inquiry into the potential involvement of foreign entities in terrorist activities targeting Russia. The Prosecutor General’s Office has invoked international conventions, including the International Convention for the Suppression of the Financing of Terrorism and the International Convention for the Suppression of Terrorist Bombings, urging the aforementioned countries to fulfill their obligations under these agreements.
The requests outline the expectation that the countries in question will conduct comprehensive investigations based on the information provided by Russian authorities. This includes cooperation in obtaining evidence to support legal proceedings and ensuring that those responsible for criminal acts are held accountable.
Furthermore, the documents submitted by the Prosecutor General’s Office contain what is described as direct evidence implicating specific individuals and organizations allegedly involved in organizing, financing, carrying out, and concealing terrorist attacks in Russia. The deputies behind the initiative have pointed fingers at the United States and its allies, accusing them of orchestrating terrorist activities through the Islamic State terrorist group and Ukrainian intelligence services.
This move underscores Russia's determination to address security threats and seek international cooperation in combating terrorism. By calling for thorough investigations and collaboration with foreign authorities, the Russian government aims to bring perpetrators of terrorist acts to justice and prevent future attacks on its territory.
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Subhi and Jalboobi finished fourth, losing the bronze medal playoff 0-2 (17-21, 15-21) to another Qatari team of Julio Cesar do Nascimento and Ahmed Tijan. Tunisia came fifth, while hosts Morocco finished sixth. The women's title was won by Egypt. Sheikh Ali al Khalifa, the Arab Volleyball Confederation president, gave away the awards. The next major assignment for Oman teams, coached by Khalifa al Jabri, will be the GCC Beach Volleyball Championship in Doha, Qatar from September 17.
Oman beach spikers claim silver in Arab Volleyball Championship
Oman B team, comprising Haitham al Shuraiqi and Ahmed al Hosni, went down to the Qatar A duo of Cherif Younousse Samba and Jefferson Santos Pereira in the final of the 25th Arab Beach Volleyball Championship that concluded in the Moroccan city of El Jadida on Saturday.
In the final, the Qatari pair, who are the defending Asian champions, overcame a tough first set from Shuraiqi and Hosni before winning 25-23, and then raced away to a title win with a 21-12 second-set victory. The Qatar A team recently returned after competing in the Rio Olympics. The duo collected a prize money of US$1,000, while the Oman B pair received US$700. Oman had fielded two teams with the A team, comprising Badr al Subhi and Nooh al Jalboobi.
The silver-medallist duo and other members of the Oman team
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New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) The Centre on Tuesday announced 42 Correctional Service Medals for prison personnel on the occasion of Republic Day, 2022.
According to the Union Home Ministry, the President of India has approved the conferment of the Correctional Services Medals for Distinguished Service for five on prison personnel and 37 Correctional Service Medals for Meritorious Services.
Under the President's Correctional Services Medals for Distinguished Service, Ayinaparthi Satyanarayana, the Head Warder of prison in Andhra Pradesh, Harish Kotwal, Jail Superintendent Jammu & Kashmir, Jail Superintendent Manjit Singh Tiwana of Punjab, and Jail Superintendent Satya Prakash Swain in Odisha and Head Warder Praveen Kumar Rathi of Delhi prison have been awarded for distinguished services rendered to their prisons.
Similarly, for Correctional Service Medals for Meritorious Services, six prison personnel from Madhya Pradesh, five from Andhra Pradesh, four from Delhi, three from Jammu and Kashmir, three each from Kerala, Telangana and Tamil Nadu, two each from West Bengal, Punjab and Meghalaya and one each from Nagaland, Odisha, and Manipur have been selected for Meritorious Services.
A total of 939 Police personnel have been awarded with various medals on the occasion of Republic Day-2022 out of which 189 Police Medal for Gallantry (PMG) are being awarded to the security/police personnel. Among the majority of 189 Gallantry Awards, 134 personnel are being awarded for their gallant action in Jammu & Kashmir Region.
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(MENAFN- W7Worldwide Marketing Communications Consultancy Agency) Jeddah:
The UNESCO proclaimed Feb. 13 as World Radio Day in 2011, which was later adopted by the UN General Assembly in 2012 as an international day, celebrated by radio stations across the world.
On the occasion of World Radio Day this year, W7Worldwide released a short video, highlighting the evolution of radio in Saudi Arabia, how it has kept pace with the evolution of society, as well as the incredible ability of radio to reach the largest number of people despite their diversity.
The 50 second-video reminds us that the sound of the radio is ever present in our vehicles, no matter where we are, and it is a constant companion on the road, thanks to its rich and diverse programs. To watch the video.
Abdulrahman Inayat, Co-Founder and Director ofW7WorldwideMarketing Communications Constancy Agencysaid that, despite the passing of more than a century since the invention of the radio, it remains the most interactive, vibrant, and attractive medium of communication.
Although the world has changed dramatically, radio has evolved at all stages and continues to remain a significant part of people’s lives. It is flexible and has adapted to change, especially by incorporating new technologies in its operations and programming.
Inayatstressedthe prominent position of radio in today’s media landscape, owing to its services, especially in times of natural disasters, socioeconomic crises, epidemics, and so on. It has a distinct place within each society as an accessible source of information for all.
Inayat noted that radio will continue to be the most trusted and widely used medium worldwide, as it has been able to constantly adapt to societal shifts and listeners' needs, while providing a space for everyone to express their views
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(MENAFN - FxPro) Net lending to individuals and households in the U.K. rose more than expected in June, reflecting stronger demand for credit, official data showed on Wednesday.
In a report, the Bank of England said total net lending to individuals increased by ‚¤3.8 billion last month, above forecasts for ‚¤3.0 billion and up from ‚¤3.5 billion in April.
Net secured lending rose by ‚¤2.6 billion in June, above expectations for an increase of ‚¤2.0 billion, after rising by ‚¤2.4 billion in May.
Net consumer credit, including personal loans, overdrafts, and credit card lending, increased by ‚¤1.22 billion, compared to forecasts for ‚¤1.1 billion and compared to ‚¤1.057 billion in May.
Meanwhile, the M4 Money Supply decreased by a seasonally adjusted 0.5% in June, confounding expectations for an increase of 0.4% and following a gain of 0.5% in May.
The report also showed that the number of final mortgage approvals rose to 66,580 in June from 64,830 in May. Economists had expected mortgage approvals to rise to 66,000 last month.
GBP/USD was trading at 1.5614 from around 1.5612 ahead of the release of the data, while EUR/GBP was at 0.7086 from 0.7083 earlier.
Meanwhile, European stock markets were mostly higher. London's FTSE 100 rose 0.5%, the EURO STOXX 50 inched up 0.1%, France's CAC 40 added 0.15%, while Germany's DAX shed 0.15%.
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(MENAFN- AzerNews) By Ayya Lmahamad
Azerbaijan, Georgia and Turkey are taking joint measures to ensure the full operation of the Baku-Tbilisi-Kars (BTK) railway project, Azerbaijan's Transport, Communications and High Technologies Ministry has reported.
The issue was discussed during the visit of Transport, Communications and High Technologies Deputy Minister Rahman Hummatov to Georgia and Turkey.
The visit aimed to get acquainted with the progress of construction and installation works in Georgia and Turkey within the Baku-Tbilisi-Kars railway project.
The meeting with Georgian Economy and Sustainable Development Deputy Minister Guram Guramishvili and the leadership of the state railways of Turkey focused on the organization and increase in the volume of cargo transit via BTK.
The parties also discussed the construction of terminals in Georgia's Akhalkalaki and Turkey's Kars, ways of solving existing problems and a number of other issues of mutual interest.
The officials emphasized the special importance of the project in the countries' economies, and in the development of transport corridors.
The Baku-Tbilisi-Kars railway is of exceptional importance for turning Azerbaijan into a regional transport corridor. The agreement on the construction of the railway, which was put into operation in 2017, was signed during the meeting in Tbilisi by the Azerbaijani, Georgian and Turkish leaders in 2007.
The 828-km Baku-Tbilisi-Kars railway stretches from the Azerbaijani coast of the Caspian Sea to the Georgian capital, and from there to Turkey, connecting the country's extensive railway system and thus gaining access to European borders.
As of today, the railway's cargo turnover is 6 million tons while passenger turnover is 1 million people. In the future, it may rise to 3 million passengers and 20 million tons of cargo.
Since its commissioning until mid-2021, the volume of cargo transported via this railway line has exceeded 1 million tons.
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According to a survey, 72% of the Swiss population is in favour of electronic voting as a complement to existing voting options. This content was published on May 25, 2023 May 25, 2023
The majority of the Swiss citizens are convinced of the benefits of e-voting, according to a representative survey carried out by the research institute gfs-Zurich on behalf of the Swiss Federation of the Blind and Visually Impaired (SBV FSA).
The main argument in favour of the introduction of electronic voting is the simplification of the voting process during an election or a vote, the federation said in a statement on Thursday. According to those in favour of the idea, it would also increase political participation.
Electronic voting would also remove many barriers for the blind and visually impaired, claims the SBV FSA. Today, they can only vote with the help of a third party.
Opponents of e-voting, on the other hand, are concerned by the possible manipulation of elections and votes.
A total of 1,006 people aged 18 and over, living in the German- and French-speaking parts of Switzerland, took part in the survey, which has a margin of error of plus or minus 3.1%.Tentative return
A pilot project to allow e-voting in some cantons was abandoned in 2019 amid technical and security concerns of the system run by Swiss Post. However, at the beginning of March, cantons Basel City, St Gallen and Thurgau were given the go-ahead to resume e-voting trials.Swiss citizens abroad from those three cantons – as well as people with disabilities in Basel City – will be able to use the system to vote electronically in the national votes on June 18. This represents around 65,000 people.
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By Latonya Linton
KINGSTON, Jamaica, (JIS) – The Development Bank of Jamaica (DBJ) expects to provide $9.5 billion in loans to micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in the new fiscal year.
It has also provided $6.24 billion in loan guarantees, $24.4 million in equity financing and capacity-building support for 440 companies.
As included in the Public Sector Entities Revenue and Expenditure Estimates for the year ending March 2023, the DBJ’s support aims to fill the gaps in the MSME ecosystem that are impeding growth in the industry by increasing companies’ access to Business development is improved and financing.
As stated in the document, the DBJ will continue to provide support/funding under the $5 billion Social and Economic Recovery and Vaccine (SERVE Jamaica) program to various sectors through Digital Technical Assistance and SME private equity -Provide facilities.
The DBJ will also assist in divesting state-owned assets by facilitating investment through public-private partnerships and privatizations.
In accordance with this bid, the agency intends to complete transactions such as Jamaica Mortgage Bank, Jamaica Railway Corporation, Montpelier and the Cocoa Industry Board.
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(MENAFN - Khaleej Times) Force India with 177 points are fourth among constructors and have two drivers in seventh and eighth spots. Last season too Force India had finished fourth but with 173 points. So, clearly this is the best ever outing for the Indian team but they seek to raise the bar further at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, especially with new car in offing for the next season.
Sergio Perez, seventh in standings with 94 points, said the team would love to end the year on a high.
"As a team we can be satisfied with our season. Finishing fourth is the best we could achieve and, on a personal level, finishing just behind the top six drivers makes me feel proud. We just need to make sure we deliver this weekend and end the season well."
Talking about the circuit, he said: "I enjoy driving at Yas Marina. It's a track where we've been strong for the last few years. The final race is always a strange feeling because it's your last opportunity to drive the VJM10 and you don't know what next year will bring. We don't have any pressure because fourth place in the championship is confirmed so I can focus on simply enjoying the experience and getting the best result possible," added the long-time Force India driver.
Meanwhile, Esteban Ocon, in his first season at Force India, is hoping to finish the year in style.
"I have great memories from Yas Marina. This is where I was crowned GP3 champion in 2015 and where I drove my first FP1 session in Formula One. I have done so much testing around there and I like the place."
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UK's refugee arrangement has left destitute survivors of Rwandan genocide
(MENAFN) The former occupants of a hostel in Rwanda who were kicked out as part of a contentious agreement to house migrants flown in from the UK have complained about being left homeless while the building is vacant.
The inhabitants, all survivors of the 1994 genocide in Rwanda that claimed the lives of nearly 800,000 members of the minority Tutsi community, had lived in the Hope Hostel in the nation's capital, Kigali, for up to eight years when they were told to leave two days after British Home Secretary Priti Patel signed an agreement with the Rwandan government for the transfer of asylum seekers from the UK to the impoverished nation worth £120 million.
The now-homeless residents came up about their situation but preferred to remain anonymous for fear of retaliation in light of allegations that the Rwandan government has received criticism from international rights organizations for stifling freedom of expression.
When Patel visited the hostel in April, the genocide survivors who resided there were dispatched on a day trip to keep them from interfering with her visit.
According to the research, Rwandan donors funded the construction of the Hope Hostel in Kigali's Kagugu area amid a three-month murderous campaign by the Hutu government, with little help from the international world, to house up to 190 survivors of the 1994 genocide.
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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, Nov. 26
The changes that are planned to be made into the legislation 'On non-cash payments' will not create an administrative burden on citizens in Azerbaijan, the State Tax Service under the Azerbaijani Ministry of Economy told Trend .
The bill on changes to the Law 'On Cashless Payments' is under consideration in the Azerbaijani parliament.
According to the bill, non-cash payments that are planned to be made are as follows:
Retail sales over 4,000 manat ($2,352) within one transaction;
Medical payments over 500 manat ($294) within one transaction;
Prizes in the amount of over 3,000 manat ($1,764) and cash payments related to participation in games, which are regulated by the laws 'On Lotteries' and 'On Physical Culture and Sports' of the Republic of Azerbaijan.
The main goal of the proposed changes is to combat the 'shadow economy', ensure transparency of transactions and settlements and replace cash settlements with non-cash settlements.
According to Article 3.1 of the Law of Azerbaijan 'On Cashless Payments', there are the following types of non-cash payments:
- settlements when transferring from one bank account to another;
- settlements which are carried out via payment terminals;
- settlements which are carried out by transferring cash directly to the seller's account.
Citizens may carry out non-cash payments through POS terminals, e-commerce platforms, internet banking services, mobile applications, payment terminals.
According to the legislation, the refundable amount to the consumer in case of non-cash payment is 15 percent VAT while cash - 10 percent.
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Hong Kong: Two giant yellow ducks meant to signify good fortune in Hong Kong ran into bad luck of their own after one was deflated Saturday to protect it from the heat.
The art installation by Dutch artist Forentijn Hofman, featuring twin 18-metre (59-feet) inflatable ducks, was unveiled to the public on Friday. Read Also
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The exhibition came a decade after one of Hofman's air-filled avians first visited the Chinese city, with the artist saying the new work would bring "double luck".
But organisers had to let the air out of one bird due to high summer temperatures, which on Saturday reached highs of 33 degrees Celsius (91.4 degrees Fahrenheit).
The "rubber duck skin had become strained because the hot weather has caused air pressure to rise", the organisers said in a statement.
The affected creature was drained of air to "avoid risk" and was pending repair, organisers said, leaving just one sitting duck in Hong Kong's Victoria Harbour.
Hofman's Rubber Duck series has made appearances in major cities since its 2007 debut, and made headlines in Hong Kong when it arrived in 2013.
That exhibit lasted 13 days before it, too, was deflated.
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(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Skipper Rohan Mustafa led from the front as the UAE beat Kenya by 218 runs in their first match of the ICC World Cricket League Division Two in Windhoek, Namibia, on Thursday.
Put into bat by Kenya captain Rakep Patel, the UAE made 303 for eight in 50 overs, thanks to some brilliant batting from Mustafa (73, 94 balls, 10 fours), Ashfaq Ahmed (73, 57 balls, 7 fours, 4 sixes), Rameez Shahzad (63, 85 balls, 1 four, 2 sixes) and Muhammad Usman (46 not out, 38 balls, 4 fours, 2 sixes).
Mustafa and Ahmed gave the UAE a flying start with a 133-run opening partnership.
In reply, Kenya were bowled out for just 91 in 32.4 overs with captain Mustafa taking two wickets with his off spinners.
In another match on Thursday, Oman lost to Canada by eight wickets. Batting first, Oman were all out for 106 as Canada reached home in 15.4 overs, losing only two wickets.
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New Delhi, Sep 22 (IANS) Hyundai Electronics on Wednesday introduced its new range of 4K Ultra HD Smart LED TVs, powered by webOS TV, with ThinQ AI voice recognition in the Indian market.
The three models -- the 43-inch priced at Rs 34,490, 50-inch priced at Rs 45,990 and 55-inch priced at Rs 52,990 -- are available at leading retail stores across India and on its official website www.hyundaice.in.
"Built with signature AI technology and integrated content services from LG, our 4K Ultra HD Smart LED TVs powered by webOS TV will prove to be a game changer for the Indian audience who will now get the new definition of TV viewing experience," Hyundai Electronics COO Abhishek Malpani said in a statement.
Backed by ARM CA55 1.1 GHz Quad core processor, the 4K UHD Smart LED TVs are four times faster than conventional TVs, the company claims.
The Smart TV comes with 1.5GB RAM, 8GB internal storage, dual band WiFi, ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode), MEMC Motion Estimation and Motion Compensation), Miracast, and 2 Way Bluetooth.
Further, webOS TV smart interface ensures content with infotainment apps; including Netflix, Amazon Prime, YouTube, Disney+ Hotstar, SonyLiv, Zee5, amongst others.
The 4K Ultra HD Smart LED TVs are equipped with 20W surround sound box speakers coupled with Dolby Audio sound technology.
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(MENAFN- The Peninsula) The Peninsula
Ooredoo yesterday announced it was the Gold Sponsor of the Hurricane Storm Touch Rumble Rugby tournament.
The tournament, which was held yesterday, at the Sheraton Hotel Park, was the biggest annual Men's open touch rugby event in Qatar.
The tournament has been running since 2010, is played by all nationalities, and is fully sanctioned by the International Federation of Touch Rugby.
Over 200 players played in the tournament, which was open to any person over 15 years of age with a valid Qatar ID. Over the course of the tournament, 12 teams battled it out to win the 2017 title. As Gold Sponsors, Ooredoo held a special promotional booth at the event, where players and supporters could top-up their accounts and find out more about the latest services.
In particular, Ooredoo promoted its Hala Flexi Cards, which give customers ‘Flexi Points' to be used to buy local data or make international calls, local calls and SMS.
Hala Flexi Cards come in four denominations; QR60 (with 500 Flexi points), QR100 (1,000 Flexi points), QR150 (1,700 Flexi points) and QR200 (2,500 Flexi points) and have been designed to provide pre-paid customers with a one-stop-shop for topping-up.
Best of all Hala Flexi Cards will offer some of Ooredoo's most affordable rates with local calls costing just one Flexi Point per minute (0.08 Dhs with a Flexi 200 card).
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(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) English Swedish
Auriant Mining AB (publ.) (the“Company”) has today terminated the agreement with Mangold Fondkommission AB (“Mangold”) on the assignment as liquidity provider. The last day of provision of liquidity support by Mangold will be August 25, 2023.
The termination of the liquidity provider agreement is a result of the execution of the Company's strategy, which includes ongoing optimization of the Company's costs.
For more information please contact:
Danilo Lange, CEO
Tel: +7 495 109 02 82
Company name: Auriant Mining AB
Short name: AUR
Auriant Mining AB (AUR) is a Swedish junior mining company focused on gold exploration and production in Russia, primarily in the Republic of Tyva, Zabaikalye and the Republic of Khakassia. The company has currently four assets, including two operating mines (Tardan and Alluvial at Staroverinskaya), one early stage exploration asset and one development asset.
Since July 19, 2010, Auriant Mining ́s shares are traded on Nasdaq First North Premier Growth Market under the short name AUR. For more information, please visit G&W Fondkommission is Certified Adviser to Auriant, for more information please visit .
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(MENAFN- IANS) Mumbai, Feb 21 (IANS) Former 'Bigg Boss' contestants Hina Khan and Munawar Faruqui mesmerise the audiences with their chemistry, set against a charming vintage backdrop of Kolkata in the second poster of their upcoming music video titled 'Halki Halki Si'.
The duo took to their social media accounts and shared the second poster of their song.
The romantic poster shows Munawar and Hina standing on a balcony close together, as they are gaze away from the lens.
Hina is wearing a traditional red and white Bengali saree, with her hair styled in soft curls. On the other hand, the winner of recently concluded 'Bigg Boss 17', Munawar is sporting a green ethnic kurta.
The poster is captioned as:“Halki Halki Si: where love whispers softly... Full Song Out On February 23, at 11 a.m Exclusively on @Playdmfofficial YouTube Channel.”
The song is sung by Asees Kaur, and Saaj Bhatt. The lyricist and music composer is Sanjeev Chaturvedi, while the video is shot by A Tru Makers Film.
Presented by Anshul Garg, the song will be released on February 23.
Meanwhile, Hina was the first runner up of the controversial reality show 'Bigg Boss 11'. She was last seen as a challenger in 'Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 13'.
The actress will be next seen in the English and Hindi bilingual movie 'Country of Blind'.
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(MENAFN- AzerNews) By Sara Israfilbayova
Cotton is one of the oldest natural fibers in the World, which has been grown in Egypt, India, Pakistan, America, China.
Cotton-growing hasalways been atradition inAzerbaijan, where people have been engaged in cotton growing for centuries.
Today, the state is making every effort to revive the cotton industry, providing huge support to entrepreneurs.
Year 2016 was a turning point from the perspective of cotton-growing in the country. Last year, cotton was planted on an area of 51,000 hectares, while the harvest hit 90,000 tons. That is three times more than in 2015.
The country has big plans for 2017, as the State Investment Program envisaged large funds for the development of cotton-growing. This year, cotton was planted in more than 20 regions of Azerbaijan.
To date, 199,818 tons of products have been delivered to cotton harvesting stations in Azerbaijan.
Up to now, the total volume of products exceeded the indicator of the previous year by 111,000 tons.
Compared with the previous year, this year, it was planted 2.7 times more-136,413 hectares.
Cotton production is most developed in Saatli (25,437 tons), Bilasuvar (24,234 tons), Barda (21,552 tons), Aghjabadi (19,555 tons) and Sabirabad (17,608 tons).
President Ilham Aliyev, who constantly made accent on importance of developing of this sphere, raised this issue once again at a meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers dedicated to results of socio-economic development in the first half of 2017 and objectives for the future.
The head of state said Azerbaijan restored the glory of cotton growing, increasing crop area of cotton by about three times.
In early 2017, the State Program for 2017-2022 was approved with an aim of strengthening measures directed at developing this sphere.The purpose of the State Program is to develop cotton growing, increase export potential in this sphere, ensure employment of the rural population and increase the production of cotton.
The new goal of the state is to bring the cotton production up to 500,000 tons by 2022 from the current 260,000 tons.
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(MENAFN- ProactiveInvestors) Co. () the country's largest railroad and the Teamsters Canada Rail Conference union have renewed their collective agreement.
The agreement was reached with assistance from the Labour Program's Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS). The FMCS provides dispute resolution and dispute prevention assistance to trade unions and employers under the jurisdiction of the Canada Labour Code.
Minister of Labour and Minister of Status of Women Kellie Leitch congratulated both sides according to a statement late yesterday.
"I applaud CN and the Teamsters Canada Rail Conference on reaching an agreement that will benefit both parties” she was quoted as saying. “Reliable transportation of goods to markets across Canada and throughout North America is critical which makes collaborative labour relations key to the success of our economy."
In a separate statement late yesterday CN Railway said it intends to purchase for cancellation up to 1.2 million of its common shares under a private agreement between CN and an arm's-length third-party seller.
The purchase will form part of CN's buyback program for up to 28 million shares announced on October 21 2014 the Montreal Quebec-based company said.
Such purchase will take place before March 31.
CN's purchases under such private agreements will not exceed one-third of the maximum number of shares that it may purchase under its share repurchase program the company said.
Shares were down 0.4 percent at C$85.02 at 10:17 a.m. in Toronto paring gains in the past year to 36.4 percent.
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(MENAFN- The Peninsula) The Peninsula
Doha, Qatar: Jus Mundi revolutionises the arbitration landscape by merging legal expertise with advanced AI technology, reshaping the field with tailored insights driven by innovation and data intelligence.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) will grant Qatar International Court and Dispute Resolution Centre (QICDRC) Registry full access to its digital platform, which hosts valuable data on arbitration. In return, QICDRC will provide Jus Mundi with select materials in international commercial and investment arbitration.
These materials include QICDRC decisions and summaries, amongst other documents, to be published on the Jus Mundi platform.
Commenting on the MoU, Faisal Rashid Al Sahouti, CEO of QICDRC, stated:“Our Court consistently strives to embrace cutting-edge technology solutions in the legal field, and this partnership is a testament to that commitment. Our team looks forward to collaborating with Jus Mundi, leveraging their AI-powered arbitration intelligence to advance and elevate the legal landscape.”
Through this MoU, both parties affirm their commitment to fostering legal scholarship, promoting transparency and access to legal knowledge worldwide. This partnership underscores the importance of collaboration between institutions and private enterprises to drive innovation and improve access to justice globally.
Also commenting on the partnership, Jean-Rémi de Maistre, CEO & Co-Founder of Jus Mundi, said:“The Qatar International Court and Dispute Resolution Centre is a beacon of dispute resolution excellence, and Jus Mundi is proud to facilitate wider access to its esteemed resources. Our partnership is poised to elevate the global legal community's insight into the intricacies of arbitration within this dynamic region.”
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(MENAFN) On Friday, the stock market in the US started off on a lower note. The Dow Jones dropped by 8 points, which equates to a 0.02 percent decrease, and opened at 33,690 at 9:51 AM Eastern Daylight Time. Meanwhile, the S&P 500 dropped by 5 points or 0.12 percent to 4,076. The Nasdaq, which is dominated by technology stocks, declined by 71 points or 0.6 percent and began the day of trading at 11,720.
The VIX, also known as the fear index, rose by 3.2 percent to 21.37, while the yield on the 10-year US Treasury bond increased by 0.14 percent to 3.688 percent. The dollar index added 0.2 percent to 103.42 and the euro lost 0.3 percent to trade at USD1.0702 against the US dollar.
Precious metals saw an increase, with gold rising by 0.1 percent to USD1,863 per ounce and silver increasing by 0.7 percent to USD22.13. Following reports that Russia would reduce its oil output, crude prices went up by over 1.4 percent with Brent crude reaching USD85.84 and West Texas Intermediate crude hitting USD79.12 per barrel.
Earlier on Friday, Moscow announced that it would voluntarily decrease its oil production by 500,000 barrels per day in March, which is equivalent to approximately 5 percent of its total output, as a result of its price ceiling policy, according to multiple reports. In December, G7 and EU member countries agreed to impose a USD60 per barrel cap on Russian crude exports transported by sea in an effort to reduce Moscow's revenue from oil exports and sales during its conflict with Ukraine.
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(MENAFN- Khaleej Times)
Published: Mon 28 Nov 2022, 7:34 AM
An Abu Dhabi mother filed a lawsuit against a private school for taking school fees from her despite having issues with education authorities that prevented it from reopening for the next academic year.
Official court documents stated that the woman demanded that the school pay back the Dh15,698 she paid for her son's tuition for the academic year 2021-2022 since the school never opened for students.
She also asked for a 12 per cent legal interest from the date of issuing the verdict until payment.
The woman said the school did not open for academic year 2021/2022, due some issues with the competent educational authorities.
But it had continued collecting school fees from parents without providing an alternative school for them.
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The mother said the school management also did not return the tuition fees. She said she had to transfer her son to another school where she paid another tuition fee.
She also attached documents of her son being enrolled in another school and receipts of tuition fee payment to support her claims.
After looking into the case, the Abu Dhabi Family and Civil Administrative Claims Court dismissed the case stressing that it was not under its jurisdiction.
The judge ordered that the case be referred to the Abu Dhabi Commercial Court for consideration.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) The bilateral dispute between Hungary and Ukraine needs to be resolved at bilateral level, while NATO and Ukraine have reaffirmed their ability to hold ministerial meetings to discuss issues of common concern.
'I will not go into the details of a classified discussion at the NATO ministerial meeting. But what I can say is that it's well known that there is a bilateral dispute between Hungary and Ukraine. And I hope that the two countries will be able to solve this bilateral dispute. But I think the meeting today demonstrates that we are able to continue to, of course, strengthen our partnership with Ukraine. We are able to provide more support and we also are able to meet at the ministerial level to discuss issues of common concern, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg https://www.nato.int/cps/en/natohq/opinions_179796.htm?selectedLocale=en said following the second day of the meetings of NATO Ministers of Foreign Affairs.
He informed that the foreign ministers of Georgia and Ukraine joined their NATO counterparts during the second session. The parties discussed the security situation in the Black Sea region, where Russia continues to build up its military capabilities and violate the territorial integrity of Georgia and Ukraine which are valued NATO partners in this region.
As reported, Ukraine's Security Service officers conducted authorized searches in the premises of a charity fund in Zakarpattia region, during which printed materials promoting the so-called "Greater Hungary" and the creation of ethnic autonomy in Zakarpattia region were found. The defendants are also suspected of financial abuse and fraud.
On November 25, Ukraine's ambassador to Hungary Liubov Nepop was summoned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Hungary after Hungary's ministerial commissioner István Grezsa had been banned from entering Ukraine.
The day before, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba said that Ukraine had banned two high-ranking Hungarian officials from entering the territory of Ukraine, adding that a few more Hungarians, who had been actively interfering in the Ukrainian elections, could be banned from entering Ukraine as well.
The Hungarian side, using a NATO principle of consensus decision-making, has been blocking NATO-Ukraine Commission meetings at the state level for several years, blaming Ukraine for violating the rights of ethnic Hungarians in the Ukrainian Zakarpattia region.
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New Delhi, Feb 1 (IANS) The Union Budget 2023-24 on Wednesday allocated Rs 28,138 crore to meet the requirements on account of revision of armed forces pensioners/ family pensioners under the One Rank One Pension (OROP) scheme.
The Budget marked an increase in the allotment for Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) with Budget Estimates of Rs 5,431.56 crore in FY 2023-24 as against Rs 3,582.51 crore in FY 2022-23.
This enhancement will ensure 'cashless health service' and improved 'service delivery' to veteran force members and their dependents across India.
The Union Budget has also provided Exempt-Exempt-Exempt (EEE) status to the Agniveer Fund.
'The defence pension budget registers a notable jump of 15.5 per cent in FY 2023-24. In absolute terms, this amount is Rs 1,38,205 crore in BE 2023-24 against Rs 1,19,696 crore in BE 2022-23. Further, RE (revised estimates) 2022-23 allocations at Rs 1,53,415 crore records a significant jump of 28 per cent, amounting to Rs 33,718 crore. This includes an amount of Rs 28,138 crore to meet the requirement on account of revision of armed forces pensioners/family pensioners under the One Rank One Pension (OROP),' said a statement
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(MENAFN - The Maravi Post) LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-In its quest towards social corporate responsibility commitment, the country's leading telecommunication company Airtel Malawi on Thursday hosted an early Christmas celebration with Mtendere Children Home at Lumbadzi in the central district of Dowa.
The company also donated assorted items to the organization including food stuff (cooking oil, sugar), blankets, school writing materials, and sanitary kits for girls, school bags, fairly used clothes among others.
To spice up the celebration, Airtel excited the children with jumping castles, games, painting and individual gifts.
Airtel Malawi Customer Service Director Sibusiso Nyasulu told Journalists that the companies always want to uplift communities, touch lives and listening to life stories of triumph above adversity.
Nyasulu added that life without giving others with little available is not part of Airtel core business to the society hence the early Christmas celebration.
'Christmas is a celebratory season that needs the spirit of sharing to flourish. There is more happiness in giving than in receiving. We therefore humbled to interact and have fun with the young ones today,' excited Nyasulu.
Mtendere Children Home Administrator Grecian Chisema lauded Airtel to timely support with food items, blankets donation saying will go a long way to change lives.
Chisema therefore appealed to other companies, individuals and well-wishers to emulate Airtel gesture as the facility has numerous challenges of accommodating many unprivileged children.
Established in 2005 by Napoleon Dzombe, the facility accommodates 108 children ranging from five years to 16.
The organization has primary and secondary schools which so far produced 14 university graduates since its inception.
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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency ) In recent years, in cooperation with foreign organizations, about 15 billion US dollars of foreign investment has been attracted to the economy of Turkmenistan. Chairman of the State Bank for Foreign Economic Affairs Rakhimberdy Dzhepbarov spoke about this in an interview with the official Turkmen press, Trend reports citing Oligas .
He noted that 52% of foreign investments were directed to the development of the oil and gas sector of Turkmenistan, 18% - the chemical industry, 10% - transport and communication infrastructure, 11% - agriculture, 9% - energy.
The main part of all foreign investments – 47.4% - is in Japan, 19% - in the Republic of Korea, 11% - in Saudi Arabia, 6.3% - in Germany, 5% - in the USA, and the remaining 11.3% - in investments attracted from other states.
Since more than 80% of foreign capital was directed to the development of industry in the country, this contributed to the accelerated diversification of the national economy, the realization of the country's enormous resource potential and the creation of thousands of new jobs.
Dzhepbarov also noted that today the size of Turkmenistan's external financial obligations is equal to 11% of GDP, which corresponds to the normal ratio in international practice.
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(MENAFN- The Peninsula) AFP
Tangiers: Ashfa scored in the 88th minute as Egyptians Al Ahly edged Seattle Sounders 1-0 on Saturday to book a Club World Cup semi-final with Real Madrid.
Second-half replacement Ashfa, a 20-time Egypt international, saw his late volley deflected to wrong foot Sounders goalkeeper Stefan Frei, which took Al Ahly to Wednesday's last-four fixture in Rabat.
Earlier, teenager Musab Al Juwayr scored the crucial spot kick as Al Hilal beat CAF Champions League winners Wydad Casablanca 5-3 on penalties (1-1 after extra time) to set-up a semi-final with Brazilians Flamengo.
Al Juwayr, 19, converted after Yahya Attiat-Allah's miss for the Moroccans, playing 350km down the coast from their home city.
Defender Ayoub El Amloud had opened the scoring for the outfit on home soil before team-mate Yahya Jabrane was sent off in stoppage time at the end of the match.
Midfielder Mohamed Kanno equalised for the Saudis and sent the game into extra-time after 94 minutes. Kanno, however, was then red-carded four minutes into the additional half an hour.
Al Juwayr secured his side's place in Tuesday's semi-final in Tangier with an effort from the spot on just his 21st senior appearance.
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Jordan- King receives call from Hamas politburo chief
(MENAFN- Jordan News Agency) Amman, Oct 25 (Petra) –– His Majesty King Abdullah II Wednesday received a telephone call from Hamas Politburo Chief Ismail Haniyeh, who put him up to date on a recently-signed Palestinian reconciliation accord.
The King congratulated Haniyeh on signing the reconciliation deal and reiterated Jordan's full support of "the Palestinian brethren in facing challenges", stressing the importance of "working hand-in-hand to defend our rights in Jerusalem and support the Palestinian issue".
"This is a priority for us in Jordan and should remain so for all Arab and Muslim countries in order to take a unified stance", he said.
Haniyeh spoke about "the difficult conditions the region is going through", adding that "Palestine is Palestine and Jordan is Jordan, and our security is one".
The Hamas leader commended His Majesty's historic role in protecting the Al Aqsa Mosque and Islamic and Christian holy sites in Jerusalem.
He said Hamas is serious about moving forward to unify Palestinian ranks "in a manner to fulfil the Palestinians' hopes and aspirations.
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Kiev, Jan 15 (IANS) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has proposed holding a trilateral meeting with his US and Russian counterparts Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin, a senior official here said.
Andriy Yermak, head of the Ukrainian President's Office, said that Zelensky has already delivered the proposal to Biden, reports Xinhua news agency.
'We are still waiting for a reaction from the Russian side, but our American partners accepted our proposal with interest,' Yermak was cited as saying during his talks with former US Ambassador to Ukraine John Herbst.
According to Yermak, the meeting between the three leaders could be held via a video conference.
Recently, Ukraine, the US and some other Western countries have voiced concerns over the alleged Russian military build-up along the country's borders.
On January 10, the US and Russia held security talks in Geneva to discuss Ukraine, among other issues.
After the talks, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said that Russia has no plans to attack Ukraine, and there was no reason to fear an escalation of tensions.
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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency)
BAKU, Azerbaijan, November 26. Intensive
preparation for the 1st International“Ojaq Cup” in Rhythmic
Gymnastics in Baku yielded good results, Lala Novruzova, winner of
competitions in hoop exercises among gymnasts born in 2014, told
'I like to perform at the National Gymnastics Arena. I have
already participated in competitions organized here three times.
Each time I feel great inspiration, because major international
competitions were held in the arena, and rhythmic gymnastics stars
performed here,” Novruzova said.
“The International“Ojaq Cup”, organized here, is going great,
so many athletes are competing, and everyone is trying to perform
well. I think everyone will have only positive emotions from the
competition, including, of course, me, because I won a gold award,'
the student of the Baku School of Gymnastics said.
On November 25-27, the Ojaq Sports Club holds the 1st
International“Ojaq Cup” in Rhythmic Gymnastics. The athletes
representing 13 countries take part in the competitions. Among
participants are young gymnasts born in 2007-2016, who perform both
in the individual program and in group exercises.
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(MENAFN - NewsIn.Asia)
New Delhi, April 16 (AFP) - Royal Challengers Bangalore Skipper Virat Kohli has been reprimanded after hitting a plastic chair with his bat following his dismissal during an Indian Premier League (IPL) match.
Kohli made 33 in Bangalore's second successive win this season of the popular Twenty20 tournament after they edged out Sunrisers Hyderabad by six runs in Chennai on Wednesday.
But the star batsman was charged for breaching the IPL's code of conduct that relates to 'abuse of cricket equipment or clothing, ground equipment or fixtures and fittings during a match.'
TV cameras picked up Kohli's tantrum as he kicked an advertising cushion and then vented his frustration on the chair after falling to Hyderabad's West Indian import Jason Holder.
But the Indian Captain escaped a fine. Ex-India opener Gautam Gambhir was docked 15 percent of his match fee in 2016 for a similar offence in the IPL.
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(MENAFN- The Peninsula) Reuters
VARAZDIN, Croatia:Twelve people were killed and 31 injured, 18 of them seriously, when a Polish bus filled with religious pilgrims slipped off a road and crashed near Varazdin in northwestern Croatia early on Saturday, authorities said.
Police, firefighters and medical teams were deployed to the site of the accident that occurred at 5:40 a.m. near Breznicki Hum in the direction of the capital Zagreb, the police said.
'We have 43 injured people, of them 12 deceased,' said Maja Grba-Bujević, the director of the Croatian Emergency Medicare Institute.
'All the victims are Polish citizens - we can at this point confirm this,' a Polish Foreign Ministry spokesman told Polish private broadcaster TVN24. 'The bus has Warsaw registration plates.'
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The passengers were adult pilgrims who were travelling to Medjugorje, a Roman Catholic shrine in southern Bosnia, Croatian Interior Minister Davor Bozinovic told reporters. An investigation into the cause of the accident was under way.
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NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Financial Guaranty Insurance Company (“FGIC”) today announced that it had received notice from the New York State Department of Financial Services (the “NYSDFS”) that, pursuant to and in accordance with the terms of the First Amended Plan of Rehabilitation for FGIC, dated June 4, 2013, the NYSDFS has approved an increase of the cash payment percentage (CPP) of permitted policy claims that FGIC is required to pay under such Plan from the current 44.5% to 49.65%, effective October 27, 2021. The 2021 Annual CPP Revaluation Notice, which is posted on the Policyholder Information Center at www.fgic.com/policyholderinfocenter/, provides additional information concerning the 2021 CPP Revaluation.
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Encourage the state government to find ways to partner with community and local faith based organizations in an effort to promote social responsibility and community engagement in the fight against poverty. We recognize that individuals coming together to help the less fortunate is better than anything the government alone can do.
Encourage the business community to hire those who have been unemployed for more than six months and to retrain unskilled workers by offering tax incentives for participating businesses and organizations.
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French FM to Turkey Thursday for talks with Erdogan, other officials
(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) PARIS, Sept 13 (KUNA) -- French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Yves Le Drian heads to Turkey Thursday for a two-day visit that will include talks with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Prime Minister Binali Yidrim, the Foreign Ministry announced here late Wednesday.
The visit comes amid some tension between Paris and Ankara over the detention of French journalist Loup Bureau, who was arrested by Turkish police on July 26 for alleged links with Kurdish parties.
Le Drian will ask all parties in Turkey he meets to work for the release of the French journalist.
"We have a demanding and constructive dialogue with Turkey and this visit is part of that," a statement said here.
The Foreign Ministry indicated also that "the talks will address the principal international and regional questions on which we have constant exchanges with Turkey." Subjects will include the Syrian conflict and the horizon after the defeat of so-called Islamic State terrorist groups, and also Le Drian will be discussing the perspective for a political solution in Syria, it was indicated here.
Other topics on the table include anti-terrorist cooperation, the challenges with climate change and Turkey's intended ratification of the Paris Accords of 2015.
Le Drian will also broach EU-Turkey relations which are at a low ebb point due to disputes between Germany and Turkey and criticism of Turkish arrests of French and German nationals.
The French Foreign Minister will stress to Erdogan that France does not want EU accession talks broken off with Ankara.
"We want therefore a rapid resumption of calmer and respectful dialogue," the French statement said.
The French and Turkish sides will also be discussing their strong but declining trade ties and ways to boost these.
Turkey is France's third largest market outside of the European Union and France is Turkey's sixth largest trading partner. (end) jk.mb
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BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 6. US-based energy
development company Linden Energy has finalized its commitment to
use 10 percent of the capacity of the Interconnector
Greece-Bulgaria (IGB) pipeline under a 20-year contract, reports citing
Linden Energy in August completed its agreed acquisition of 50
percent of privately-held Bulgarian natural gas supplier Overgas
'The IGB pipeline is key to the diversification of gas markets
in Bulgaria and throughout the region. This pipeline will be
integral to our objectives with Overgas, and we are excited to see
it become utilized in connection with the Revithoussa terminal in
Greece,' Linden Energy founder and president Stephen Payne
He pointed out that all current market players are eagerly
awaiting the future connection of IGB with DESFA's pipeline system
and the future LNG terminal of Alexandroupolis.
IGB connects Bulgaria with the Southern Gas Corridor and will
enable secure supplies from a variety of sources to several
countries in Southeast and Central Europe, including Moldova and
The pipeline is set to transport 1 billion cubic meters of
Azerbaijani gas per year to Bulgaria. Its capacity is 3 billion
cubic meters with the possibility of expanding to 5 billion cubic
meters per year.
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Chandigarh, Jan 22 (IANS) Unveiling distinct features of the Punjab Model, Pradesh Congress Committee chief Navjot Sidhu on Saturday announced the 'Youth, Skilling and Entrepreneurship' program under the new Punjab.
The Punjab Model is not a mere election model but a well-researched tailor-made solution-model based on geographical, social and economic factors created for the people of Punjab, he told the media here.
'Today's youth give hope to Punjab. They have immense energy and the same has been proven through their achievements in India and abroad. Hence, it's very important to have a holistic roadmap for creating an enabling environment for youth, skilling, entrepreneurship and sports, so that they don't have to move abroad,' Sidhu said while listing out his party's priorities, if the Congress returns to power in the February 20 polls in Punjab.
'A one-two point scheme is not required, a multiple pronged approach is the solution,' he said.
Sidhu promised to create over 5 lakh jobs through Urban Employment Guarantee Mission in the next five years and creating de-addiction centres.
'The youth will be provided with the adrenaline of business, sports and growth and make them future leaders of the state. The Youth, Skilling and Entrepreneurship program can change the face of the state. It's time to be a part of this change and create the future we want the next generation to live in,' an excited Sidhu added.
Assembly elections in Punjab will be held on February 20 and the counting of votes will be held on March 10.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) In Luhansk region, the enemy continues to pursue scorched-earth tactics, having no regrets about civilian population and their homes.
'On August 5, in the frontline area between Luhansk region and Donetsk region, the enemy fired five rockets and used tube and rocket artillery six more times. Mortars were used three times. Russian assaults were backed by tank fire and aviation. In several directions, the Russians tried to capture more advantageous lines, improve their tactical position, but were forced to retreat,' Serhiy Haidai, Head of the Luhansk Regional Military Administration, posted on Facebook .
Enemy troops advance towards Bakhmut, hostilities are ongoing.
'The occupiers actually destroyed the towns, made hundreds of thousands of people homeless, 90% of whom were evacuated. Many of those who stayed live in basements and shelters. At first, they were deprived of everything, and now they are forced to vote at a pseudo-referendum. In particular, such a situation is observed in Lysychansk, Sievierodonetsk, Popasna, Rubizhne, Hirske, Zolote and the localities of these communities,' the head of the region noted.
He emphasized that campaigning for the referendum on the region's accession to the Russian Federation had intensified in Luhansk region.
Under the guise of providing food or construction materials, the occupation authorities and collaborators organize meetings with the population of the recently captured territories of the region.
'They lure out personal data, urging people to come to the so-called referendum, forcing people to exchange their will for food, drinking water, and OSB plates,' Haidai added.
As reported, the invaders have intensified enforced mobilization in the occupied territory of Luhansk region.
Photo: Serhiy Haidai, Facebook
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Italian fashion house Armani announced Wednesday it would no longer use angora wool, a product made from rabbit hair, as part of its fur-free policy.
The company said it would no longer use the material across all of its lines from next year's fall-winter collection.
At Armani "the percentage of clothing items containing angora wool is very low and we plan to replace it with materials that meet higher criteria in terms of animal well-being," a group spokeswoman told AFP.
Soft and silky angora wool is a fibre made from the coats of angora rabbits.
The animal rights group Peta called in 2013 for a halt to the use of angora wool, releasing a video of an angora rabbit wailing as its fur was pulled out to be collected.
Armani renounced using fur in its products in 2016, saying there are now practical alternatives "that render the use of cruel practices unnecessary".
A growing number of fashion companies are adopting policies against using materials that require cruelty towards animals.
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By Ayya Lmahamad
Representatives of Azerbaijani companies will visit Dagestan
with a business mission from December 7 - 11, Azernews reports.
Dagestani Export Support Center Head Ruslan Abaskuliev stated
that the delegation will include companies engaged in tourism,
sales of electrical appliances, the food industry, the real estate
sector, as well as the production of building materials.
It is planned that the delegation will hold a meeting with the
acting mayor of Makhachkala, Rizvan Gazimagomedov, and visit a
number of local companies and enterprises in order to establish
cooperation and ink export contracts.
Azerbaijan and Russia cooperate in different sectors, such as
the economy, agriculture, customs, communications, high technology,
and others. Over 230 inter-governmental and inter-company documents
have been signed between the two countries and six road maps are
Azerbaijan's investments in the Russian economy have exceeded
$1.2 billion, with the majority of the investments being in the
non-oil sector. In addition, Russian investments in Azerbaijan's
economy totaled $6.3 billion with $5 billion in the oil sector and
$1.3 billion in non-oil sectors.
The trade turnover between Azerbaijan and Russia amounted to
$2.9 billion in 2021, making Russia Azerbaijan's third-largest
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Magicdog launches AI-powered app for seamless data import to Google Sheets, targeting 1 billion daily spreadsheet users.
SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 26, 2023/einpresswire.com / -- magicdog Introduces AI-Powered App for Seamlessly Importing Data to Google Sheets
Magicdog, a company that empowers non-technical people to get direct access to their data, has introduced a new AI-powered app for seamlessly importing all of your data to google sheets, and keeping it up to date.
The company, which was founded by 18 year old Sagie Reder, is designed to save users time on manual work by automatically importing their data into google sheets. Reder says that the future of data lies where it is already used, with a staggering 1 billion daily spreadsheet users, Magicdog is well-positioned to create a significant impact within this market.
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Istanbul, Jan 22 (IANS) Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has said that his country is ready to act as a mediator between Ukraine and Russia to sustain peace in the region.
'We want peace to prevail in the region, and for this, we are ready to do our part,' he told reporters in Istanbul after Friday prayers.
The Turkish leader revealed his plan to discuss the latest developments in Ukraine with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin either on the phone or during a possible visit to Moscow in the upcoming days, Xinhua news agency reported.
Erdogan will pay a visit to Ukraine in early February.
'Any development between Russia and Ukraine toward a border violation or an outbreak of a war would constitute a serious violation of the peace of the region,' he remarked, noting any unrest there would upset Turkey as it has good and improving relations with both countries.
Erdogan on Thursday invited the Presidents of Russia and Ukraine for talks in Istanbul to calm the tension.
Some western countries have been accusing Russia of amassing military troops along the Ukrainian border, saying Moscow could be planning a military offensive. Russia, however, has been denying the accusation.
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(MENAFN – Iraq Business News) Alstom and the Iraqi Ministry of Transport sign a Letter of Intent for the implementation of the Baghdad Elevated Train
An Alstom -led Consortium, together with its partner , have signed a Letter of Intent with the Iraqi Ministry of Transport to define a framework for all the appropriate steps to accelerate the implementation of the Baghdad Elevated Train (BET).
The Letter of Intent was signed during the Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa Al Kadhimi’s official visit to Paris. The signing ceremony was held in Matignon, the office of the French Prime Minister, in the presence of Jean Castex, the French Prime Minister and Mustafa Al Kadhimi, the Iraqi Prime Minister.
The Baghdad Elevated Train Project is a 20 km elevated metro in Baghdad with 14 stations, and includes the supply of rolling stock, electromechanical systems, tracks, as well as associated civil works. The light rail system would link Al-Khadumia, AlEtafia, Alsarafia bridge Al-Mustansirya, Wazyria and AlShab over 16km, and AlEtafia AlMuthana airport to Al-Alawi over 4km.
Müslüm Yakisan, Senior Vice President for the Africa, Middle-East and Central Asia region at Alstom, said:
“We are extremely delighted to sign the Letter of Intent and develop our cooperation with the Republic of Iraq. We believe that with this important project together with the Iraqi government we will implement our latest innovative technologies to improve the mobility environment in Baghdad and reduce the current traffic congestion.”
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Two days after Telangana chief minister KCR praised Nizam to the skies, his home minister Nayini Narasimha Reddy on Saturday repeated the same.
He said 99 per cent of Nizam's rule was golden and was marked by good governance. "Only one per cent was bad," he said. He also said that Nizam did not kill the legendary tribal freedom fighter Komuram Bheem. "It was Nizam's army which killed him," argued the home minister.
He also said that the TRS would extend issue based support to the MIM. He further said that the TDP and the Congress leaders were criticising the TRS only for their survival.


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The Ministry of Planning and Economic Development convened with the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) to outline the execution of the financial inclusion strategy for the second phase of“Decent Life,” a national project aimed at uplifting the Egyptian countryside.
Gamil Helmy, Assistant Minister of Planning and General Supervisor of“Decent Life,” alongside CBE's Khaled Bassiouni, Director General of the Financial Inclusion Department, reviewed the progress made in the initiative's first phase. This phase saw the installation of 1,208 ATMs and the establishment of 127 bank branches by September 2023, enhancing access to diverse financial services like electronic wallets, internet banking, prepaid cards, and QR codes.
Helmy emphasized the pivotal role of financial inclusion in achieving sustainable development goals within rural Egypt. This included the disbursement of medium, small, and micro-loans totaling EGP 26.3 billion and mitigating pollution by reducing transportation needs for financial services.
Future steps involve intensive collaboration with CBE and partner banks to assess and address the financial service needs of villages entering the second phase of“Decent Life.” Helmy commended the contributions of CAPMAS, CBE, Egypt Impact Lab, and Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab towards these efforts.
Bassiouni highlighted the strategy's goals to enhance villagers' quality of life through improved financial infrastructure, increased awareness of banking services, and support for small and medium-sized enterprises.
The meeting also saw participation from Ahmed Al-Shimi, Deputy Head of the Programs and Performance Unit at the Ministry of Planning; Mohammed Sharif, Ahmed Reda, and Omar Metwally of the“Decent Life” team; and Mohammed Abdel-Dhaher and Hussam Al-Basiouni from CBE.
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(MENAFN- Baystreet.ca) Equities Drop by Noon Hour
Stocks fell on Monday as investors anticipate inflation data due out this week, while bank shares advanced.
The Dow Jones Industrials retreated 84.06 points to midday at 33,590.32.
The S&P 500 slipped 2.47 points to 4,133.78.
The NASDAQ Composite lost 10.73 points to 12,224.68.
Shares of PacWest outperformed, surging 28%, after the bank cut its dividend. Big banks Citigroup, Wells Fargo, JPMorgan Chase and Morgan Stanley also rose.
Elsewhere, shares of Disney rose more than 2.3% in early trading. The company is set to report quarterly results on Wednesday.
Investors are debating if the banking crisis has finally abated, according to some experts.
Meanwhile, Berkshire Hathaway Class A shares rose more than 1% after Warren Buffett's conglomerate reported its first-quarter results. The conglomerate showed operating earnings increase 12% in the first quarter, while its cash hoard topped $130 billion. Buffet personally discussed topics including the latest banking crisis that rocked Wall Street, at Berkshire Hathaway's annual meeting in Omaha, Nebraska.
Investor attention will turn to April's consumer price index due out Wednesday, followed by the producer price index on Thursday. Stocks are coming off a volatile week that saw the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 notch their worst weekly stretches since March. The losses came despite a late-week rally that saw volatile regional bank stocks jump off their lows.
Prices for the 10-year Treasury sagged, raising yields to 3.49% from Friday's 3.44%. Treasury prices and yields move in opposite directions.
Oil prices leaped $1.66 to $73.00 U.S. a barrel.
Gold prices picked up $12.00 to $2,036.80 U.S. an ounce.
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