(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Published: Tue 26 Sep 2023, 4:13 PM
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Mark Rutte, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, discussed the strength of bilateral relations and strategic cooperation between the two countries and opportunities to develop ties to serve mutual interests, in addition to various regional and international developments.
This came during the UAE President's reception of the Dutch Prime Minister today at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi, where he welcomed Rutte and expressed his hope that the visit would contribute to advancing UAE-Netherlands relations in key fields.
He conveyed his greetings to His Majesty King Willem-Alexander and his wishes for His Majesty's continued health and well-being, as well as further prosperity for the people of the Netherlands. During the meeting, the two sides reviewed bilateral cooperation in the investment, economic, educational, cultural, technology, and science fields.
They also discussed renewable energy, sustainable development and climate action.The meeting also addressed the UN Climate Change Conference (COP28), which the UAE will host later this year. In this context, they emphasised their joint commitment to working collectively to achieve outcomes that represent a significant breakthrough in international climate action and benefit all without exception.
Both sides noted that the UAE and the Netherlands share a notable interest in environmental, climate, renewable energy, and sustainability issues.His Highness and the Prime Minister of the Netherlands also exchanged views on numerous regional and international issues of mutual interest.The meeting addressed the importance of joint efforts to promote the values of tolerance, coexistence, peace, and human fraternity in order to achieve stability and sustainable development for all.His Highness affirmed the strength of UAE-Netherlands relations, noting that the two countries celebrated the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties last year.
Sheikh Mohamed also emphasised the UAE's keenness to enhance this cooperation in the coming period and leverage opportunities that will foster further progress and prosperity for both nations and their peoples.His Highness underscored the strength and diversity of bilateral economic relations encompassing vital sectors such as renewable energy, food security, technology, water, agriculture, trade, and more.
He noted that non-oil trade exchange between the two countries reached $4.6 billion last year, with a growth rate of 7.2 per cent compared to 2021. The UAE President highlighted that there are approximately 350 Dutch companies operating in the UAE in key sectors, and the UAE is one of the Netherlands' most important trading partners in the Arab world.His Highness pointed out that the UAE's commitment to sustainability, environmental stewardship, and renewable energy builds upon its rich legacy of backing global endeavours and initiatives that champion sustainable development and global economic prosperity.
He further remarked that the UAE's strategy of economic diversification has been instrumental in supporting its economic robustness, aligning with its future vision, and enhancing its international stature and competitiveness.Rutte expressed his appreciation to His Highness for the warm reception, emphasising his country's keenness to strengthen cooperation with the UAE.
Rutte also noted that the Netherlands shares many interests with the UAE, particularly in the areas of sustainable development, green economy, renewable energy, food security, and climate action, among other fields.
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Post-mortem on pop icon George Michael 'inconclusive'
(MENAFN - Gulf Times) A post-mortem examination on the body of late pop icon George Michael, who died on Christmas Day after a chart-topping career and years of drug-taking, has proved "inconclusive", police said on Friday.
"The cause of death is inconclusive and further tests will now be carried out. The result of these tests are unlikely to be known for several weeks," according to a police statement.
The post-mortem was carried out on Thursday.
The police said earlier they were treating his death as "unexplained but not suspicious".
Michael was found "lying peacefully" in bed by his partner Fadi Fawaz at his home in the village of Goring on the River Thames west of London.
His manager Michael Lippman told Billboard magazine that the cause of death appeared to be heart failure.
Tributes have poured in from heartbroken fans leaving flowers, candles and emotional messages outside his homes in Goring and London over the past few days.
Michael notched up police cautions for cannabis and crack cocaine possession in his final years and in 2010 was sentenced to eight weeks in jail after crashing his 4x4 into a London shop while under the influence of cannabis and prescription medication.
In 2011, he spent several weeks in hospital in Vienna after contracting pneumonia, later saying he had been close to death.
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Seoul, Sep 6 (IANS) Two people were killed and 10 others remain unaccounted for after typhoon Hinnamnor moved away from South Korea, authorities said on Tuesday.
The 11th typhoon of this year brushed mainly through the country's southeastern areas, where most of the casualties were reported, reports Xinhua news agency.
The typhoon moved out of the southeastern region early Tuesday morning.
One woman in her 70s was found dead in Pohang, about 270 km southeast of the capital Seoul, after she had been swept away by torrential waters.
In Pohang, eight people went missing after entering inundated underground parking lots to remove their cars, while another person remained unaccounted for after being swept away into rapid torrents.
Another woman in her 80s was left dead in Gyeongju, about 280 km southeast of Seoul, as she was buried in mud at a collapsed house.
In Ulsan, some 310 km southeast of Seoul, one 25-year-old man went missing after falling into a stream.
Another person was injured after being hit by a falling signboard in Siheung, some 30 km southwest of Seoul.
Eight commercial buildings and 71 houses were flooded across the country, while four houses were destroyed.
Eight landslides were reported, and over 200 public facilities were damaged.
Five fishing boats capsized, and 1,320 hectares of farmland were inundated in the aftermath of the typhoon.
Over 66,000 homes suffered power outages, while more than 2,900 people, mostly living in the southeastern region, were temporarily evacuated.
A total of 183 vessels on 122 domestic and international sea routes stopped sailing, and 251 flights were reportedly cancelled.
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(MENAFN- KNN India) New Delhi, Mar 4 (KNN) India's Union Health Minister, Mansukh Mandaviya, has highlighted India's strategic efforts to fortify its supply chain resilience and reduce dependence on single-country sourcing for crucial pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
India's dependence on imported medical devices, currently standing at around 70 per cent, is expected to decline significantly with the inauguration of 39 Greenfield projects under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for bulk drugs and medical devices.
The PLI scheme, aimed at bolstering domestic manufacturing, has already witnessed the inauguration of 27 Greenfield Bulk Drug Park projects and 13 Greenfield Manufacturing Plants for Medical Devices.
Mandaviya underscored the necessity for protective measures to shield the domestic pharmaceutical industry from global market fluctuations and unfair competition.
Despite past challenges, India has emerged as a self-reliant producer of critical APIs, with medical exports poised to soar to Rs 75,000 crore in the near future.
With over 12,000 pharmaceutical companies, the demand for bulk drugs remains pivotal in the sector.
Mandaviya emphasised the scheme's comprehensive approach, targeting the production of 41 Bulk Drugs with a total outlay of Rs 6,940 crore during the tenure of the scheme from 2020-21 to 2029-30.
Some 26 applicants for manufacturing of medical devices have been approved for 138 products under the PLI scheme with total financial outlay of Rs 3,420 crore between 2020-21 and 2027-28.
With an initial outlay of Rs 54,000 crore, the PLI 1.0 initiative garnered substantial industry interest, prompting the introduction of PLI 2.0 with an additional Rs 15,000 crore allocation.
The success of the PLI scheme underscores India's commitment to mitigating supply chain risks and fostering long-term growth in the pharmaceutical industry.
Mandaviya reiterated the government's dedication to implementing policies that encourage sustained investment and innovation, ensuring India's continued prominence as a pharmaceutical powerhouse on the world stage.
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6/23/2022 - 9:55 AM EST - E3 Lithium : Imperial Oil Limited (TSE: IMO) (NYSE American: IMO) and E3 Lithium (TSXV: ETMC) (OTCQX: EEMMF) announced today a collaboration to advance a lithium-extraction pilot in Alberta , exploring the redevelopment of an historic oil field into a potential new leading source of lithium for Canada's growing critical minerals industry. The pilot will support E3 Lithium's Clearwater project, which will draw lithium from under the Leduc oil field, Imperial's historic discovery that first launched major oil and gas development in Western Canada . E3 Lithium's proprietary technology is designed to extract the critical mineral from the lithium-rich brine, with potential for commercial development of battery-grade products. 'This exciting collaboration brings together Imperial's long-standing commitment to research and technology to help test and scale E3's lithium-recovery technology,' said Jason Iwanika , director of commercial business development at Imperial. 'We continue to advance the innovation and technologies needed to support the energy transition, working in collaboration with governments and industry to progress new opportunities from existing assets and sector expertise.' E3 Lithium shares V.ETMC are trading up 22 cents at $1.94.
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(MENAFN- NewsBytes) 'Breath' is the soul of human existence. But do we give it the importance that it needs? It is even observed people who have control over their breath tend to live longer. However, to make your breath strong, you need to master the art of making your lungs powerful. This pandemic has made us realize the importance of good lung health . We dwell more.
Significance Lungs mainly help to inhale oxygen and exhale carbon dioxide
Before moving on to how to make lungs strong, let's understand their anatomy. Situated in your chest, your lungs have a pinkish-grey color and a spongy surface. During inhalation, the air enters your body through your nose and the oxygen from the lungs gets into your blood. During this process, carbon dioxide is also released from the blood through the lungs while exhaling.
Activity Any form of physical exercise can give you super lungs
The person's activity levels throughout the day determine his physical and lung health. Be it gym, running, yoga, or brisk walking, any activity would make your lungs and heart function at their optimum level. These movements also decrease the risk of injury or any ailments related to the organs. However, it is advisable to consult a physician before starting any kind of fitness regime.
Caution Consumption of tobacco and cigarettes needs to be avoided
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(MENAFN- Jordan News Agency) Amman, Feb.11(Petra)-- Warm conditions will continue to prevail across the Kingdom on Sunday with clouds at various altitudes and northwesterly moderate winds, according to Jordan Meteorological Department (JMD).
Daytime temperatures expected for today in Amman, the northern and the southern cities will reach 20 degrees Celsius and jumping to 30 in the port city of Aqaba. At night, it will be colder with mercury levels dropping down to 12 degrees in the capital and the northern cities, and reaching 8 in southern governorates. In the Gulf of Aqaba temperatures will slide at night, standing at 16 degrees Celsius, the JMD said.
A tangible drop in temperatures is expected on Monday, creating relatively cold and partly cloudy conditions with a chance for showers in the northern, central and southern areas of the Kingdom. Winds will be northwesterly moderate to brisk blowing dust in the Desert areas, the JMD said.
A depression centered over southern Turkey will start affecting the Kingdom as of Tuesday night, bringing cloudy skies and heavy rain at times accompanied with thunder and lightning across the country, the JMD added.
Mercury levels will continue to drop on Tuesday, becoming around their seasonal average. Therefore, the weather will be cold, cloudy with heavy rain at times accompanied with thunder and lightning in most regions. Winds will be northwesterly brisk, the department noted.
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Girls basketball: Tigers split first two in conference
Farmington’s first week of Missota Conference play featured a pair of low-scoring defensive battles.
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Bhubaneswar, Jan 22 (IANS) At least six persons were killed and several others sustained critical injuries in a bus accident at Bidu Chhak on NH-16 under Soro police limits in Balasore district of Odisha on Saturday.
A private bus named Shantilata met with an accident when the bus was en route to Bhubaneswar from Udala in Mayurbhanj district. According to eyewitnesses, when the bus stopped at the Bidu Chhak to deboard some passengers, a coal-laden truck hit it from the behind.
Following the collision, both the bus and the truck swerved off the road leading to the death of six passengers including an infant, they said. The identities of the deceased are yet to be ascertained.
One of the locals, who was waiting for a bus opposite to the accident spot, said, 'The coal laden truck suddenly hit the bus from behind when some passengers were stepping down. One of our local girls died while her parents were closely saved as they deboarded from the bus at the stoppage.'
On receiving information, the local police and fire personnel rushed to the spot for rescue operation with the help of locals. The injured were later rushed to Soro hospital while six critical patients have been shifted to the Balasore district headquarters hospital (DHH) for treatment, sources said.
Meanwhile, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik expressed grief over the death of six persons in the mishap and announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh for the families of each victim. He also directed concerned officials for better treatment of the injured passengers.
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Published: Mon 26 Sep 2022, 11:48 AM
Last updated: Mon 26 Sep 2022, 12:13 PM
The Dresden Opera Ball, to be held at Dubai Opera, will bring together world-famous international artists to share their cultural heritage with the diverse people who live in the UAE.
Taking place on November 15, the gala features performances by Plácido Domingo (tenor), Marina Rebeka (soprano), the European Peace Chamber Orchestra Dresden, Anton Lubchenko (conductor), Igor Butman (saxophone), Roman Lyulkin (bass), Otto Sauter (trumpet) and more. The hosts of the evening are broadcaster and author Riz Khan and former Miss Universe Oksana Fedorova.
Plácido Domingo thrilled the crowd at the grand opening of Dubai Opera in 2016 and returns five years later for another significant event, the first Dresden Opera Ball in Dubai.
Debutants will also perform a choreographed dance presentation, as part of the programme. Ladies in spectacular gowns and gentlemen in stylish tuxedos will take over the stage in an extraordinary dance exhibition in a three-four-time signature.
A red-carpet reception begins proceedings at 6pm, before VIP guests move inside for dinner, classical music performances from the world's best musicians, and elegant dancing in the style of traditional European balls.
Tickets are available to purchase on the Dubai Opera and Platinumlist websites.
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(MENAFN - ING) Confidence has come down from euphoric levels as new cases increase again in large eurozone economies. While the outlook for domestic demand still looks strong, this does cast a little doubt over the speed of recovery in the third quarter
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Consumer confidence in the eurozone decreased from -3.3 to -4.4 in July. The June reading was among the highest ever recorded and this surprising drop still leaves confidence well above historic averages. Still, it is a sign that consumers have become slightly more cautious as the Delta variant starts to take hold in most eurozone economies.
The increased cases have caused governments to change course a bit on a fast reopening, with some delays in easing measures and some tightening also announced. This will somewhat dampen the strong growth pace expected for 3Q, but the outlook does remain strong if no further tightening of restrictions is announced in the months ahead. That, of course, is highly dependent on the further spread of the virus, the impact on hospitalisations and the government response.
With consumer confidence still high, domestic demand remains set for a strong rebound. This will fuel the GDP recovery over the summer months. Still, the spread of the Delta variant will have an impact on the economy and is set to be a key downward risk to the outlook.
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Mongolia lower interest ratio of home credit loans
(MENAFN) Minister of Construction and Urban Development Begzjav Munkhbaatar declared on Friday, October 16Mongolia has cut the interest ratio of home credit loans from 8 percent to 6 percent.
Home credit loans with an interest ratio of 6 percent began to be subjected via commercial banks on Friday, October 16. The decrease in the interest rate "is aimed at helping more residents of ger districts have access to houses," Munkhbaatar stated in a report.
According to the minister, the monthly profits of a family applying for a home credit loan must be no less than 1 million Mongolian tugriks (USD350).
Home is one of the most pressing matters in Mongolia's capital Ulan Bator, which is home to over half of Mongolia's 3.2 million population.
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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency ) FC Rostov manager Valery Karpin, 52, has been appointed as head coach of Russia's national football team, the Russian Football Union announced, Trend reports citing TASS .
Karpin's contract will be valid until December 31, 2021, with an option to be renewed.
Over the next six months, Karpin will work with both FC Rostov and the national team.
"I would like to thank the Russian Football Union for the trust in me. Being invited to the national team is an honor, no matter if you are a player or a coach," Karpin said. "This marks a new stage in my career as a coach, very important and interesting one. The team's current priority is to make it to the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar and we will make every possible effort to achieve this goal," he added.
The Russian football team's previous head coach, Stanislav Cherchesov, stepped down on July 8 following the team's poor performance at the 2020 UEFA Euro Cup.
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Weak Yen On A Collision Course With Strong Yuan
(MENAFN- Asia Times) TOKYO — As Xi Jinping puts the finishing touches on securing a third term as Chinese president, his team has a Japanese yen dilemma on its hands. And so does Tokyo. On Thursday, the Bank of Japan made a sudden foray into currency markets. It was Japan's first effort to prop up the yen since […] To continue reading, please log in to your AT+ Premium account. Not yet a member? Please signup for AT+ Premium monthly membership , AT+ Premium yearly membership , AT+ Premium yearly membership (educator) , AT+ Premium yearly membership (student) or AT+ Premium Access membership .
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(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) MOSCOW, June 29 (KUNA) -- Russia denied knowledge of US President Donald Trump's desire to strike a deal with President Vladimir Putin on Syria, official media reported Friday.
The US-based CNN network reported on Thursday that Trump had hoped to make a deal with Putin, at their forthcoming summit in Helsinki on July 16, that would allow for prompt pullout of US troops from Syria, according to Interfax News.
"We can't understand where the TV network got their information from," Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated to the media.
"I have no idea what the CNN report is based on, or if there is anything factual behind this report. We know nothing about it and it makes you wonder," Peskov added.
According to CNN, Trump's plan would also allow the Russians to help the Syrian regime take back an area along the Jordanian border, where the US-led coalition and its military partners are experiencing increased opposition from "an unidentified hostile force" in recent days despite a previous ceasefire.
His plan would also expect Moscow to establish an exclusion zone to prevent fighting in southwest Syria and block Iranian-backed forces from the region, CNN said, adding that kicking Iran out of Syria is a key part of Trump's plan for US withdrawal. (end) as.ma
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Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed meets with John Kerry
(MENAFN- The Arabian Post) Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, met US secretary of state John Kerry at Mina Palace in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday night. They spoke about Syria, Libya, Yemen and efforts to counter ISIL. Saul Loeb / AF
UAE Protocol chief Shihab Al Faheem shakes hands with US Secretary of State John Kerry as he disembarks from his airplane upon arrival in Abu Dhabi for meetings on Syria, Libya, Yemen and efforts to counter ISIL. Kerry also attended the iftar banquet for the Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Ramadan Majlis lecture. Saul Loeb / EPA
Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, meets with John Kerry United States Secretary of State, at Al Shati Palace. Seen with Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed, National Security Advisor, and Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. Ryan Carter / Crown Prince Court € Abu Dhabi
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(MENAFN) Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Nasser Kanaani, has dismissed claims by the European Union (EU) that a number of students in certain Iranian schools were poisoned, calling them "baseless." Kanaani criticized the EU Parliament for becoming a forum for Iran-hatred and censured the "suspicious events" in schools. He noted that while Iran is seriously pursuing the issue and expert teams from the Iranian Health Ministry are conducting a field and scientific investigation, the EU's resolution and repeated baseless accusations against Iran are surprising and regrettable.
Kanaani further remarked that it is shameful that certain countries are utilizing mercenary attacks to damage Iran's reputation and launch a propaganda campaign against the Islamic Republic. He also noted that certain nations are exploiting the issue as a "new subject" to maintain their unending animosities towards Iran. The European Parliament, he said, has become a venue for dubious and radical individuals who want to incite hatred against the Iranian people and further the Iranophobic project.
In a statement released on Thursday, European legislators urged the UN Human Rights Council to launch an impartial investigation into a spate of poisonings that have affected Iranian schoolgirls. The resolution received 516 votes in favor, 5 against, and 14 abstentions. Several Iranian students have reported experiencing poisoned symptoms while attending class since November 2022. The outbreak originated in the central city of Qom before extending to some other cities. Students have reported breathing issues, nausea, exhaustion, and dizziness, with some even requiring hospitalization.
In response to the EU's accusations, Kanaani underscored that some of the culprits of this crime have been identified based on the preliminary findings of Iranian judicial authorities. He also noted that the highest-ranking Iranian authorities have denounced the cruel act and demanded a full inquiry into the matter, as well as the most severe penalties for those responsible.
The accusations made by the EU have been met with skepticism by some in Iran who believe that they are part of a broader campaign to demonize the country. Iran has been the target of international sanctions and criticism for its alleged support of terrorism and human rights abuses. The poisoning of schoolgirls is a serious issue that requires investigation and action, but it is important to avoid jumping to conclusions or making baseless accusations. Iran has vowed to get to the bottom of the issue and hold those responsible accountable, and it is important to allow the investigation to proceed without undue interference or bias.
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Published: Tue 5 Jul 2022, 11:30 AM
Visitors to Dubai Festival City Mall this Sunday will witness a feast for the eyes - spectacular fireworks on display in celebration of Eid Al Adha. The show will take place at 8pm on Sunday, July 10, and will be preceded and followed by a host of special events throughout for festive season.
From Saturday, July 9 to Wednesday, July 13, the destination will see a variety of unique performances.
The Italy's Got Talent 2016 winner Moses Concas, who is a beatboxing harmonica player, will perform from Saturday, July 9 till Monday, July 11.
From Saturday, July 9 until Monday, July 11, a traditional Lebanese dance group will put on cultural, 15-minute performances at 5.30pm, 6.30pm, 7.30pm and 8.15pm.
On Tuesday, July 12, visitors will get to enjoy one of the many traditions of Emirati culture with Al Harbia. Local dancers are set to entertain the crowds at 5.30pm, 6.30pm, and 8.15pm with a folk dance performed by men and younger boys using sticks, while chanting Bedouin tunes to celebrate triumphs.
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Published: Fri 20 May 2022, 2:26 PM
Last updated: Fri 20 May 2022, 10:26 PM
A British expat has recorded a double win, cashing a cumulative prize of Dh174,000 in the Mahzooz draw.
The 63-year-old British citizen has lived in the UAE for six years. He won Dh142,85 for 7 the first time in Mahzooz's 15th draw. Then, in 2022, he won Dh30,303 in the 61st draw.
But he isn't the only two-time winner. Over the past eight months, at least four second-tier winners have scored a double win.
In a statement, Mahzooz confirmed that this is a testament to how it is making dreams come true for people living in the UAE and around the globe. For a chance to become the next millionaire, participants can visit and purchase a bottle of water for Dh35.
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The draw takes place every Saturday at 9pm. To win the grand prize of Dh10 million, participants' five chosen numbers must match the five winning numbers.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) Patriot surface-to-air missile systems (SAMS) could be sent to Ukraine without crews from NATO countries. However, if Germany does not agree to deploy missiles in Ukraine, they should be stationed in Poland.
President Andrzej Duda of Poland expressed his opinion via twitter , Ukrinform reports.
'From many points of view, it would be good if Patriot batteries were located away from the Polish border because then they would protect the territory of Poland, our citizens, and part of Ukraine. But if Germany does not agree to deploy the missiles in Ukraine, then these defense systems must be placed in Poland,' Duda emphasized.
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'Ukraine has long been asking for this. They will definitely agree to the condition of their deployment in such a way that the missiles also protect a NATO country, for example Poland,' Duda emphasized.
He added that it is 'possible'. However, if there is no agreement on this (Germany - ed.), then the Patriot will have to be deployed in Poland.
As reported, last Monday Germany offered Poland to deploy Patriot SAMS on the Polish-Ukrainian border after the missile incident on Polish soil. Poland, for its part, offered to deploy the systems on the Ukrainian side of the border.
The German government spokesman, Christine Hoffmann, said that the German side is discussing with its allies Poland's initiative to transfer Patriots to Ukraine.
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New Delhi, Dec 6 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Monday pulled up the Maharashtra and West Bengal governments for an abysmally low number of applications for compensation of Rs 50,000 ex-gratia to next of kin of Covid victims.
A bench of Justices M.R. Shah and B.V. Nagarathna told the Maharashtra government counsel that over one lakh deaths occurred in the state, and there is such a low number of applications from families for compensation.
'This is ridiculous... we may have to pass strictures against you,' the bench warned during the hearing.
The bench also queried the West Bengal government counsel on the disbursement of compensation to Covid victim families, saying that over 19,000 deaths due to Covid occurred and the state government has given compensation to 110.
'Only, if we compel you to work, will you work?' the bench told counsel.
The Maharashtra government informed the top court that it has received nearly 35,000 applications for Covid compensation and nearly one lakh people have made their user-id on the designated website. The bench asked both states to file their compliance affidavit by December 15.
The court also pulled up two more state governments for an abysmally low number of applications for compensation, from Covid victim families, despite such staggering death figures.
The bench questioned why few persons have applied for compensation, and emphasised on giving wider publicity to the compensation scheme through newspapers, TV, radio etc.,
The Supreme Court in its October 4 judgment, had approved Rs 50,000, ex-gratia for the kin of Covid victims, which was recommended by the National Disaster Management Authority. The order was passed on the plea of advocate Gaurav Kumar Bansal.
In the previous hearing, the top court had issued notice to several states over the abysmally low disbursal rate of Covid compensation.
On November 29, the Supreme Court expressed concern at state governments grappling with various issues in connection with Rs 50,000 ex-gratia distribution.
The top court directed the Chief Secretaries of various state governments to furnish full particulars to the Union of India, Ministry of Home Affairs, and the Disaster Management Authority, and had scheduled the matter for further hearing on December 6.
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(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Published: Fri 17 Mar 2023, 10:58 PM
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President, Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on Friday attended the 20th Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship.
Being held from March 17- 19 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, the world-class beauty competition for purebred Arabian horses features 151 horses competing in 14 categories for a total prize money of $4 million. Wam
Sheikh Mohammed, accompanied by Sheikha Hessa bint Hamdan Al Maktoum and Helal Al Marri, Director General of Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism, also toured the 17th Dubai International Horse Fair (DIHF), being held alongside the Championship.
Featuring 60 exhibitors from 35 countries, the region's leading equestrian industry event connects a diverse range of equine suppliers with horse enthusiasts, owners, breeders, stables and clubs.
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Sheikh Mohammed highlighted the growing profile of the Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship, which has helped the emirate raise its status as an equestrian hub and a destination for horse owners from around the world.
This year's edition of the Championship features a number of horses that won medals in equestrian beauty contests in the UAE and Qatar, as well as in the World Horse Championship held annually in Paris, France.
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(MENAFN) Millions of fish have washed up dead in southeastern Australia in a die-off that authorities and scientists say is caused by depleted oxygen levels in the river after recent floods and hot weather.
Residents of the Outback town of Menindee in New South Wales state complained of a terrible smell from the dead fish. The Department of Primary Industries said the fish deaths were likely caused by low oxygen levels as floods recede, a situation made worse by fish needing more oxygen because of the warmer weather.
Police have established an emergency operations centre in Menindee to coordinate a massive cleanup this week. State Emergency Operations Controller Peter Thurtell said the immediate focus was to provide a clean water supply to residents. State agencies also started to release higher-quality water where possible to boost dissolved oxygen levels in the area.
Local nature photographer Geoff Looney said, “The stink was terrible. I nearly had to put a mask on. I was worried about my own health. That water right in the top comes down to our pumping station for the town. People north of Menindee say there’s cod and perch floating down the river everywhere.”
Menindee resident Jan Dening said, “We’ve just sort of started to clean up, and then this has happened, and that’s sort of you’re walking around in a dried-up mess and then you’re smelling this putrid smell. It’s a terrible smell and horrible to see all those dead fish.”
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) Even before joining NATO, Ukraine needs security guarantees to quickly cope with Russian aggression and prevent its recurrence in the future.
'Even before Ukraine joins NATO, we need guarantees of our state's security to quickly cope with Russian aggression and to make it impossible for Russian aggression to recur after our victory in the future,' Ihor Zhovkva, Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, said during the nationwide telethon, an Ukrinform correspondent reports.
When asked whether Ukraine can do without the MAP stage to get membership in the Alliance, the Deputy Head of the President's Office said that it was certainly possible.
'Currently, we see that Sweden and Finland are moving towards NATO without the MAP instrument. Ukraine is closely following this process and has seen that although it was said that it was impossible [to join NATO] without the MAP, it turned out that it is possible. Ukraine takes these realities into account and noted when submitting the application on Friday that two countries were moving without MAP,' Zhovkva said.
He noted that Ukraine could follow the same path towards NATO as Sweden and Finland.
The Deputy Head of the President's Office added that Canada's Minister of Foreign Affairs Mélanie Joly reacted positively to Ukraine's application to join NATO and called it an 'absolutely normal step' that Canada was ready to support.
'We also saw the statement of the three foreign ministers of the Baltic States who also supported the fast-track procedure. We saw statements from other partners as well. After the application was submitted, the President of Ukraine spoke, for example, with the Prime Minister of Denmark, and this issue was also discussed. Today there was a conversation with the President of France. Therefore, the process will continue,' the official clarified.
As reported, on September 30, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky, Verkhovna Rada Chairman Ruslan Stefanchuk, and Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal signed an application requesting an accelerated accession to join NATO.
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Washington: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani participated in a press briefing session for the international media held by members of the ministerial committee assigned by the joint Arab-Islamic Extraordinary Summit, in the US capital, Washington DC, with Chairman of the Foreign Relations Committee in the US Senate HE Ben Cardin, along with a number of committee members.
The briefing session also saw the participation of Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia HH Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah Al Saud, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan HE Dr. Ayman Safadi, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Arab Republic of Egypt HE Sameh Shukri, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the State of Palestine HE Riyad Al Maliki, and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkiye HE Hakan Fidan.
Their Highnesses and Excellencies members of the Ministerial Committee stressed the importance of an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and protecting innocent civilians from the killing practiced by the Israeli occupation forces, noting that talking about the future of Gaza and the Palestinian issue must be after an immediate ceasefire and a stopping of the unexplainable military escalation.
The members of the Ministerial Committee said that the ceasefire and finding an urgent solution to the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip saw clear failure by the international community, and that this would increase the death toll and cause the humanitarian conditions in the Gaza Strip to further deteriorate.
They called on the international community to take immediate action and take serious and urgent steps to ensure the securing of relief corridors for the delivery of urgent humanitarian, food and medical aid to the Gaza Strip, expressing their rejection of restricting the quick and safe entry of humanitarian aid.
The members of the Ministerial Committee said that the current priority for the Arab and Islamic countries is a ceasefire, and that this must be a priority for the international community, especially the permanent members of the Security Council, stressing at the same time the urgent need for a reliable and serious road map to establish a Palestinian state in accordance with the laws of international legitimacy, which guarantee the dignity and sovereignty of the brotherly Palestinian people.
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(MENAFN - Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, Nov. 2
An opening ceremony of the international scientific conference under the motto 'Nasimi's poetry – anthem to human: Synthesis of Eastern and Western cultural and spiritual values' has been held at the Institute of Philosophy of the Russian Academy of Sciences.
The event was held as part of a series of events marking the 650th anniversary of great Azerbaijani poet and thinker Imadeddin Nasimi.
Vice-president of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation Leyla Aliyeva attended the opening ceremony.
Co-organized by the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, the Azerbaijani Embassy in Russia and Russian Philosophical Society, the event was also attended by Azerbaijani Ambassador to Russia Polad Bulbuloglu, Director of Russian Philosophical Society Andrey Smirnov, director of the Institute of Philosophy of the Russian Academy of Sciences Abdulsalam Huseynov, head of the Institute of Philosophy of the National Academy of Sciences of Azerbaijan Ilham Mammadzade and others.
The conference featured reports on modern philosophy, cultural legacy and creativity of Nasimi, his poetry and hurufi ideas, problems of humanism in his creativity, moral perfection in his aesthetics and other issues.
Scientists from various countries, including Russia, the US, Iran, Turkey, Finland and Uzbekistan also joined the conference.
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(MENAFN- Gulf Times) The Sri Lankan Festival was launched yesterday, for the first time, at all LuLu outlets in Qatar under the theme ‘Rasavat Sri Lanka'.
The festival 'mainly exhibits Sri Lankan ethnic/grocery items and agricultural/organic produce, LuLu Group has said in a press statement, noting that it highlights the 'diverse culture, deep-rooted values and culinary heritage of Sri Lanka.
The festival was inaugurated by Sri Lankan ambassador ASP Liyanage at LuLu Hypermarket, Barwa City. The inaugural ceremony was also attended by Mohamed Althaf, director of LuLu Group International, and several distinguished guests from banks, schools and the retail and FMCG sectors, including a large gathering of shoppers and officials from LuLu outlets.
The festival also features some traditional art forms from Sri Lanka, including calypso, and other cultural programmes such as Kandyan dancing, etc, to create the appropriate ambiance. Among the highlights is a ‘fusion show' performed by students of Lasanthi Dancing Academy based on the popular Kandyan dance.
A wide range of Sri Lankan commodities and agricultural produce is available at discounted prices, and special counters have been set to facilitate tasting and sampling for customers. The festival continues until February 10.
LuLu Group has organised the festival in co-operation with its export unit YAS Lanka in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The unit was set up last year with a view to boost sourcing operations and bring in high-quality products for LuLu's chain of hypermarkets across the world, the statement noted. The Group said it has been exporting $5mn worth of fruits, vegetables and commodities from Sri Lanka, and the real measure of progress is that the quantum of export has gone up considerably since the opening of the new export distribution centre. LuLu Group has similar export distribution centres in 24 countries, including the UK, US, Spain, Turkey, Vietnam, Thailand, China and Africa.
The festival's launch coincides with Sri Lanka's Independence Day, adding more relevance and value to the festival, the statement adds. Further, the Group said it has plans to venture into the retail sector in the next phase with a 'world-class shopping mall and modern hypermarket in Colombo, and spadework is under way.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) EU High Representative Josep Borrell congratulated Ukrainians on the 10th anniversary of Euromaidan and noted that these events changed the common history of Europe and confirmed that Ukraine belongs to the European family.
He posted this on the social media platform X , Ukrinform reports.
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As reported, today, November 21, Ukraine marks the Day of Dignity and Freedom. It was established by a presidential decree of November 13, 2014 in honor of the beginning on this day of two significant events in recent Ukrainian history - the Orange Revolution of 2004 and the Revolution of Dignity of 2013.
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KVIC records highest ever single-day sale of Rs 1.34 crore at CP store in Delhi
New Delhi, Oct 6 (KNN) The Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) has registered a new record of sale of Rs 1.34 crore this year on Gandhi Jayanti at the Khadi India Showroom at Connaught Place (CP) in New Delhi.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi had appealed on several occasions from national and international forums to buy Khadi and Village Industries products.
Commenting on the achievement, KVIC Chairman Manoj Kumar attributed the increase in the sales of Khadi to the continuous backing of the Prime Minister.
He said that due to the appeal of Prime Minister, a large number of people, especially the youth, have been inclined to buy Khadi.
Since October 2016, the one-day sales at Khadi India's flagship outlet in Connaught Place, New Delhi has crossed Rs 1.00 crore marks on several occasions.
PM's message of adopting Khadi and strengthening the poor spinners and weavers financially has reached a wide audience through the radio broadcast program 'Mann Ki Baat'.
Earlier, the highest single day sale of Khadi stood at Rs 1.29 crore that was recorded on October 30, 2021.
Taking ahead the same vision of Gandhi, PM Modi has endeavoured to promote the Khadi and other village Industries products among masses. (KNN Bureau)
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(MENAFN- Bangladesh Monitor) Dhaka : On February 28, Biman Bangladesh Airlines inaugurated the capacity increase and commercial activity expansion efforts of its Printing and Publication department.
Shafiul Azim, Managing Director and CEO of Biman Bangladesh Airlines inaugurated the event at Biman Print Press in the capital.
Speaking on the occasion, Shafiul Azim, MD and CEO, Biman, said, "The improvement of all departments of Biman Bangladesh Airlines is clearly visible. We are working tirelessly to make Biman Bangladesh Airlines a smart airline. Biman's Flight Catering Centre (BFCC), Biman Poultry Complex, Biman Training Centre (BATC) and Biman Printing and Publication Department are all expanding their respective capacities. At Biman Printing Press, we are meeting our own needs and working with various government and private organisations too. Biman Press has all the modern printing solutions."
Biman Bangladesh Airlines Director Administration and Human Resources Md Siddiqur Rahman, Director Customer Service Md Motiul Islam Chowdhury, Director Corporate Planning and Training Captain AKM Aminul Islam were also present as special guests at the inauguration ceremony. Biman Press General Manager Shakil Meraj presided over the event.
Biman Printing and Publication Department established on its own land in Farmgate, Dhaka, has trained and skilled manpower, printing, polar paper carting and plate making machines from the German Heidelberg company.
New die-making, die-carting machines, glue, mat and spot lamination machines have already been added to expand the commercial operations of Biman Press.
On February 28, Biman added and inaugurated Digital Pana, PVC and Inject Printing's Eco Solvent Printing Machine.
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(MENAFN- The Peninsula) By The Peninsula Online DOHA: Petrol prices will go up from tomorrow, January 1, according to the new price list issued by Qatar Petroleum.
Premium grade petrol price will go up by 5 dirhams and will cost QR1.80 per litre in January compared to QR1.75 in December Super grade will be costlier by 5 dirhams and will cost QR1.85 per litre. It was QR1.80 in December.
Price of diesel will increase by 5 dirhams in January. It will be QR1.75 a litre as against QR1.70 in December.
Prices had risen in December also. This is the highest ever price for petrol after the Ministry started pegging the fuel prices to the international market When the first list was announced in June 2016 the premium petrol was QR1.20 per litre, super QR1.30 per litre and diesel QR1.40 per litre.
From April 2016, the Ministry of Energy and Industry had started pegging the fuel prices to the international market. From September, it is Qatar Petroleum who is announcing the monthly price list.
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Gold prices settle as investors await US financial data, Federal Reserve data
(MENAFN) On Wednesday, gold prices saw a stabilizing trend as the decrease in yields on US Treasury bonds offset some of the effects of the dollar's ascent. Market participants are eagerly anticipating crucial inflation figures and statements from officials of the US Central Bank later this week, in hopes of gaining insight into the potential timeline for interest rate adjustments.
As of 0643 GMT, gold settled in immediate transactions at USD2030.12 per ounce, while US gold futures experienced a marginal decline of 0.2 percent, resting at USD2,039.40 per ounce.
The yield on ten-year US Treasury bonds dipped to 4.2855 percent from the previous day's 4.3150 percent.
Meanwhile, the dollar index demonstrated a modest increase of 0.2 percent.
Investors are now holding their breath for the release of US gross domestic product (GDP) data scheduled for 1330 GMT. Additionally, they eagerly await tomorrow's announcement on personal consumption expenditures, which serve as the US Federal Reserve's preferred gauge for measuring inflation.
The allure of gold tends to strengthen in environments characterized by low interest rates, as the precious metal offers a hedge against inflation and economic uncertainty, particularly given its status as a non-interest-bearing asset.
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Bengaluru- KIIT Deemed to be University was conferred Asia Education Award for 2022 by Asia Today Research & Media in Bengaluru on Friday.
In the absence of Dr. Achyuta Samanta, Founder, KIIT & KISS, Mrs. Sasmita Rout received the award on behalf of KIIT from Thawar Chand Gehlot, Hon'ble Governor of Karnataka. KIIT earned the award in the category of“Best University with Excellent Placement & Campus in India”.
KIIT has carved a niche for itself in the country for its outstanding contribution to the field of education. Since its inception, KIIT has been emphasizing value-based education in ensuring congenial learning ambience and excellent placement to students. By virtue of these aspects, KIIT bagged this coveted award for its aesthetically appealing campus and best possible placement.
Every year, Asia Today Research & Media presents the award to institutions contributing immensely to the field of multifarious research and analysis services. Dr. Achyuta Samanta thanked Asia Today for selecting KIIT for the award. It became possible on part of KIIT to get such an award due to the earnest effort and goodwill of the guardians, faculties and staff, he said. Among others, Basavaraj Horatti, Hon'ble Chairman of Karnataka Legislative Council; and Dr. Mrugesh Rudrappa Nirani, Minister of Large and Medium Industries, Govt. of Karnataka were present.
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UNITED STATES, September 23, 2022 /EINPresswire.com / -- Vampire Penguin is pleased to announce that they feature a merchandise shop to provide their fans with an extensive selection of apparel and more featuring their lovable mascot. The company made their name with deliciously shaved snow treats and has earned a positive reputation in the communities they serve.
The Vampire Penguin merchandise shop makes it easy for individuals to showcase their love for the brand and the penguin mascot. Individuals can choose from a selection of t-shirts, plushies, hats, and sweatshirts to enhance their sense of style. Parents can also purchase a book or audiobook that details the story of the vampire penguin mascot. More products will become available later.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) Over the past day, September 21, Russian troops fired 86 times on the territory of the Zaporizhzhia region, and a 75-year-old woman was injured in Orikhiv as a result of shelling.
Yuriy Malashko, the head of the Zaporizhzhia Regional Military Administration, reported this on Telegram , Ukrinform reported.
"86 strikes on 22 settlements - the enemy continues to hit peaceful communities... A 75-year-old woman was injured as a result of shelling in Orikhiv - she was taken to a medical institution," the message says.
According to Malashko, Russian troops shelled Novodarivka, Poltavka and Chervone with multiple rocket launchers, attacked Zaliznychne, Novodarivka and Stepove with UAVs, and fired six aerial missiles at Orikhove, Bilohirsk and Robotyne.
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In addition, 74 artillery strikes were recorded over the past day, which took place in frontline towns and villages, including Hulyaipole, Zaliznychne, Charivne, Olhivske, Malynivka, Poltavka, Levadne, Kamianske, Pavlivka, Pyatikhatky and Prymorske.
There were 15 reports of destruction of residential buildings and outbuildings.
Read also: Enemy fire 128 times in Zaporizhzhia region over last day, two injured
As reported, the enemy army is shelling the Zaporizhzhia region every day. Alarms sound in the region on average for 12-14 hours a day.
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SHARJAH, 16th November, 2021 (WAM) -- H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of Sharjah Executive Council (SEC), chaired on Tuesday the meeting of the Executive Council at the Ruler's Office.
The meeting discussed a number of topics on its agenda on developing government work of the development projects in all vital sectors to provide a decent living for residents of the Emirate of Sharjah.
As part of the celebrations of the 50th National Day of the UAE, SEC approved a 50% reduction in traffic violations, with the abolition of traffic points and the seizure of vehicles, except for severe traffic violations, starting from 21st November, 2021 to 31st January, 2022.
The Council also approved a draft law on organising the Sharjah Education Academy, which includes the legal provisions related to the objectives, competencies, administrative formation and financial regulation of the Academy. The Council directed to refer the draft law to SEC to complete its legislative session.
The Council reviewed a report on the indicators of private education in the Emirate of Sharjah during the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to the recovery level.
It praised the role of the Sharjah Private Education Authority in dealing with the pandemic and the efforts it made to develop the educational system in all its categories, under the directives and follow-up of H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah.
The Council discussed a number of proposals submitted by the Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority, concerned with supporting the means of transport and developing its system through the best operating mechanisms for taxis in the Emirate of Sharjah.
The Council directed, in coordination with the concerned authorities, to strengthen the transport system in the emirate, provide distinguished services through the best companies operating in the sector, and provide an attractive and stimulating environment for them.
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(MENAFN- Mid-East.Info) Middle East: Huawei announced it has reached a license agreement with a supplier of Volkswagen Group (“Volkswagen”).
The agreement includes a license under Huawei's 4G standard essential patents (SEPs), which covers Volkswagen vehicles equipped with wireless connectivity. This agreement marks Huawei's largest licensing deal in the automotive industry.
Song Liuping, Chief Legal Officer of Huawei, says:“As an innovative company, we own a leading patent portfolio for wireless technologies, which creates great value for the automotive industry. We are pleased that key players from the automotive industry recognize that value. We believe this license will benefit worldwide consumers with our advanced technology.”
Huawei expects more than 30 million vehicles to be licensed under its patents based on existing license agreements.
Over the past 20 years, Huawei has entered into more than 100 patent license agreements with major global companies across Europe, the United States, Japan, and South Korea. Huawei will continue to bring digital connectivity to more vehicles globally to establish a fully connected, intelligent world.
About Huawei :
Founded in 1987, Huawei is a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. We have more than 197,000 employees, and we operate in more than 170 countries and regions, serving more than three billion people around the world.
Our vision and mission is to bring digital to every person, home and organization for a fully connected, intelligent world. To this end, we will drive ubiquitous connectivity and promote equal access to networks; bring cloud and artificial intelligence to all four corners of the earth to provide superior computing power where you need it, when you need it; build digital platforms to help all industries and organizations become more agile, efficient, and dynamic; redefine user experience with AI, making it more personalized for people in all aspects of their life, whether they're at home, in the office, or on the go.
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(MENAFN- Khaleej Times)
Published: Wed 8 Feb 2023, 12:09 PM
A young man, who was beaten up in a fight that erupted over football, has been awarded Dh25,000 in compensation.
The Abu Dhabi civil court granted the payout after taking note of the physical, moral, and material damages that the victim suffered after the assault.
The incident happened at a victory party after a football game in Abu Dhabi, court records show.
The Arab victim, who was a fan of the football team that won, went to the celebration that was also attended by players and other fans.
During the party, the defendant - who is also an Arab - passed by and got 'annoyed' by how the victim celebrated, according to court documents.
He then stepped out of the vehicle and beat the young man up, causing bruises to his face and body. The victim had to be rushed to a hospital because of the injuries.
The attacker was convicted and penalised by the Abu Dhabi criminal court of first instance after the police's investigations.
The victim took up the case in the civil court, demanding Dh150,000 in compensation. After hearing from all the parties, the court ordered the defendant to pay Dh25,000 to the plaintiff.
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(MENAFN- Bangladesh Monitor) Dubai : Dubai Airports forecast the annual passenger traffic at Dubai International to reach 86.8 million by 2023 end, surpassing the 2019 traffic benchmark. The latest projections are based on the robust growth experienced throughout the first three quarters of 2023, with a particularly notable surge expected in the final quarter.
DXB registered strong growth in traffic during the second half of 2023, with average monthly traffic reaching 7.6 million, aligning with pre-pandemic figures throughout the third quarter with a record-breaking 22.9 million passengers, the highest quarterly traffic since 2019.
Traffic for the first nine months of the year stood at 64.5 million passengers, marking a 9.3 per cent upsurge compared to the same period in 2022, and 1 per cent above 2019.
Speaking on the development, Paul Griffiths, CEO, Dubai Airports, said, "We're thrilled, but not entirely surprised that DXB is all set to surpass the pre-pandemic milestone well ahead of our initial projections by almost a year. Our outlook for the remainder of this year and the next remains optimistic. Teaming up with our strategic partners, we're ready for the challenge to continue to exceed guest satisfaction amidst the continuous surge in traffic,"
With a current capacity of 100 million passengers annually, the deployment of innovative technology, infrastructure expansion and development of existing infrastructure, as well as resource optimisation are expected to elevate DXB's capacity to 120 million.
India took the lead as DXB's top country destination, based on traffic volume, with 8.9 million passengers in the first nine months of the year, followed by Saudi Arabia with 4.8 million passengers, and the UK, with 4.4 million passengers.
Pakistan registered 3.1 million passengers, followed by the US with 2.7 million, and Russia with 1.8 million.
London was crowned as DXB's top city by traffic volume, with 2.7 million passengers. Meanwhile, Riyadh ranked second with 1.9 million, with Mumbai following closely with 1.8 million passengers, and Jeddah with 1.7 million passengers.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) Ukrainian defenders have killed about 80 Russian invaders and destroyed an ammunition depot in the area of responsibility of the Operational and Tactical Group East.
According to Ukrinform, the group's press service said this on Facebook .
'Today, on May 20, in the area of responsibility of the Operational and Tactical Group East, Russian fascist troops carried out one attack. In addition, an enemy ammunition depot was destroyed with artillery fire. The losses of the enemy are up to 80 personnel, a tank, two IFVs, an MT-LB, an artillery system, a mortar, four artillery towers, and a UAV,' the statement said.
From February 24 to May 20, the Armed Forces of Ukraine eliminated about 28,700 Russian servicemen, including nearly 200 in the past day alone. Also, Ukrainian defenders destroyed 1,263 (+9) enemy tanks, 3,090 (+27) armored combat vehicles, 596 (+1) artillery systems, 200 (+1) MLR systems, 93 (+0) air defense systems, 204 (+1) warplanes, 168 (+1) helicopters, 460 (+5) operational and tactical level UAVs, 103 (+0) cruise missiles, 13 (+0) warships / cutters, 2,162 (+5) trucks, including fuel tankers, and 43 (+0) units of special equipment.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) One of six missiles fired by Russian invaders at Dnipropetrovsk Region has hit an industrial enterprise. Rescuers are searching for people trapped under the rubble.
The relevant statement was made by Dnipropetrovsk Regional Council Head Mykola Lukashuk on Telegram , an Ukrinform correspondent reports.
“Two enemy missiles hit the regional center. One missile struck a motor transport enterprise, causing damage to about 35 cars within the adjacent territory. Three stalls, several one-storey buildings and hangar were also damaged. The other missile struck an industrial enterprise, having destroyed some structures. The Ukrainian State Emergency Service is now conducting rescue works, dismantling the rubble and searching for survivors,” Lukashuk wrote.
According to Daryna Tsurkan, the representative of the Main Department of the Ukrainian State Emergency Service in Dnipropetrovsk Region, a total of 41 rescuers and 11 fire-fighting equipment units are working at the scene.
A reminder that, on June 28, 2022, Russian occupiers fired six missiles at Dnipropetrovsk Region. The Ukrainian anti-aircraft defense units shot down four sea-based Kalibr missiles: three of them over Synelnyykove District and one over the city of Dnipro.
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(MENAFN) Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Zambian leader Hakainde Hichilema spoke by phone on Tuesday evening and discussed common ties.
On Tuesday, Hichilema posted on Facebook: “We discussed issues of mutual importance and noted that peace and security remain priorities for our government, the region, the continent and the world as a whole. Without peace and security, there can be no development. and prosperity.”
The Zambian president said his country was grateful for the cooperation of the Ukrainian administration in the safe withdrawal of its citizens from the European country at the start of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict.
“(I) had the first conversation with the President (Hakainde Hichilema) in the history of bilateral relations with Zambia. Appreciate the support for Ukraine in international organizations,” Zelenskyy tweeted.
On Monday, Zelenskyy said he also held talks with Nigerien President Mohamed Bazoum and discussed mutual collaboration, participation in global companies and grain supply to Ukraine.
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(MENAFN- Bangladesh Monitor)
Dubai : Emirates is making Dubai a cooler summer holiday destination than ever before, offering Bangladeshi customers free entry to some of the UAE's most popular attractions plus many more exciting offers.
Whether returning to Dubai or visiting for the first time, Emirates' customers can enjoy free entry to these highly popular UAE attractions: The iconic Burj Khalifa at the Top, The Dubai Fountains Boardwalk Experience and Louvre Abu Dhabi.
These summer specials are valid for travellers who book a return trip to Dubai in any cabin class up to July 10, 2022 for travel from July 1, 2022 to September 30, 2022.
To avail Emirates' exclusive summer offers, customers can book their tickets in The offer is also available via participating travel agents and selected Emirates Retail shops.
Besides, Emirates' customers will get many more additional benefits during this summer in UAE. Simply showing their boarding pass and a valid form of identification customers can enjoy special discounts at hundreds of retail, leisure and dining outlets throughout UAE.
Members of Emirates' award-winning loyalty programme, Skywards, can earn Miles on everyday spends at retail outlets in the UAE, and redeem these Miles for reward tickets, upgrades, as well as tickets for concerts and sports events
Emirates now operates 21 weekly flights to and from Dhaka and via Dubai offers convenient connections to over 130 destinations worldwide.
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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) Baku, Azerbaijan, Aug 30
By Fakhri Vakilov-Trend:
The Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights of the Organization for Security and Cooperation (OSCE/ODIHR) will send a full-fledged mission to the parliamentary elections in Uzbekistan for the first time,Trendreports citing the press service of the Central Election Commission (CEC) of Uzbekistan.
The vote is scheduled for late 2019. Five political parties officially registered in the country will apply for a seat in parliament.
Currently, the Democratic Party "National Revival", the People's Democratic Party, the Liberal Democratic Party of Uzbekistan, the Social Democratic Party "Justice" and the Ecological Party are functioning in Uzbekistan.
The CEC notes that, unlike the previous parliamentary elections, which involved a limited OSCE/ODIHR observer mission of about 30 observers, about 300 observers are expected to attend the upcoming elections. According to preliminary information, the mission will include a main group, as well as 30 long-term and 250 short-term observers.
The functions of long-term observers include monitoring various stages of the electoral process, including in the regions, and short-term observers will work in their designated area on Election Day.
Information that the elections of deputies of the parliament will be held on December 22 of this year was published with reference to Chairman of the Central Election Commission Mirzo-Ulugbek Abdusalomov. The commission specified that the elections are held not according to the proportional system, but according to the majority electoral system. Elections to the Legislative Chamber and local councils are held on the basis of a multi-party system in territorial single-member constituencies.
The Central Election Commission said that, in accordance with article 36 of the Electoral Code, the election campaign for the election of deputies of the Legislative Chamber and deputies of local councils is announced by CEC at least three months before the expiration of their term of office.
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(MENAFN- IANS) Los Angeles, Dec 10 (IANS) Rapper 2 Chainz, whose real name is Tauheed K. Epps was rushed to the hospital early Saturday morning after he met with a car accident in Miami.
The 'It's a Vibe' rapper took to his Instagram Story to share video footage following the crash.
In the clip, he showed himself getting loaded into the back of an ambulance on a stretcher, reports pagesix.
TMZ reported that 2 Chainz, 46, suffered neck injuries and possibly other injuries but is in stable condition at the hospital.
According to the outlet, a driver in a Tesla hit the rapper's vehicle from behind while he was driving on I-95.
“We're told cops suspect the other driver may have been driving under the influence,” TMZ reported.
In 2 Chainz's video, he panned his camera to the black Tesla, which sustained most of its damage on the front left driver's side of the car. The“I'm Different” emcee was in South Florida for the star-studded Art Basel weekend.
According to TMZ, he had just left a popular Miami-based strip club. The Grammy winner also shared a video on his Instagram Stories of himself purchasing a colossal stone crab.
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(MENAFN) Spain and Portugal have announced they will extend the price cap on natural gas until the end of the year. The announcement was made by Spain's Energy Minister, Teresa Ribera, who also confirmed that the European Commission has backed the plan. Ribera stated that the extension will be formally adopted after the Spanish government passes it later on Tuesday.
The Iberian mechanism to lower energy prices was introduced in June after the war in Ukraine caused natural gas prices to soar. The extension of the price cap is considered good news for Spain and Portugal. A study by the Esade Center for Economic Policy found that the Iberian mechanism saved each household paying regulated energy bills in Spain an average of €209 (USD225) last year. The study also highlighted that the mechanism helped Spanish consumers save nearly €2.1 billion and lowered inflation by 0.3 percent in 2022.
The Spanish government has stated that the Iberian mechanism had saved a total of €5.1 billion by the end of February. The mechanism was due to expire on May 31, but the extension means that it will continue until the end of the year. However, Ribera had previously expressed the hope that the price cap would be extended until the end of 2024.
Spain and Portugal managed to convince other EU nations to allow them to enact a price cap on natural gas last spring after long debates. Under the previous system, expensive gas was driving up the price paid on all energy, including cheaper renewable sources. Spain and Portugal are relatively isolated from the European power grid.
Last week, Spain's grid operator predicted that renewables could make up half of the country's power generation this year, up from 42 percent in 2022. The extension of the price cap on natural gas is expected to further support the growth of renewable energy in Spain and Portugal, as it will help to keep energy prices down and make renewable sources more competitive.
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