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(MENAFN- Colombo Gazette) By Easwaran Rutnam (@easwaranrutnam )
The Tamil Diaspora is prepared to engage with President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, an influential diaspora group based in London said.
The Global Tamil Forum (GTF) said that the intention shown by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to have talks with the Tamil Diaspora was a progressive move.
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had told UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres this week that internal issues of Sri Lanka should be resolved through an internal mechanism of the country and that the Tamil Diaspora would be invited for discussions in this regard.
“President Gotabaya Rajapaksa wanting to engage with the Tamil diaspora is certainly a progressive move and we welcome it,” GTF spokesman Suren Surendiran said.
However, he questioned the sudden change of mind when only six months ago, in March 2021, the government gazetted proscribing organisations like the Global Tamil Forum.
“The GTF didn't stop its engagement with the people of Sri Lanka just because of ill-advised action of this administration proscribing us. Even recently, we facilitated multi-million US dollars worth of medical equipment to assist in the fight against Covid 19 pandemic, not just in the north and east of the country but in the entire Sri Lanka,” GTF added.
GTF met with President Maithripala Sirisena twice in London (2015/2018) and once in Berlin (2016).
“We are ready to talk to anybody if grievances of our people, in fact, grievances of all peoples of Sri Lanka can be resolved,” the GTF spokesman added.
He said that as for the domestic mechanisms that the President wants to talk to about, GTF will be happy to engage and discuss about non-judicial processes and mechanisms.
But as for judicial mechanisms, he said the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) resolution 30/1 describes what exactly needs to happen. (Colombo Gazette)
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YouTube to be unblocked within 24 hours: Malik
29 December, 2012
ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Rehman Malik said on Friday that the government would unblock YouTube within 24 hours.
The minister said this in a message on Twitter, according to media reports. He said that the public had been urging the government to open the video-sharing website.
Rehman Malik said that the notification to unblock YouTube would be issued in the next 24 hours.
He added Pakistan Telecom Authority (PTA) has been preparing a software to unblock all kinds of blasphemous material.


(MENAFN- Khaleej Times)
Published: Wed 28 Sep 2022, 8:36 PM
England pacer Mark Wood took three wickets to restrict Pakistan to 145 all out in 19 overs in the fifth Twenty20 at Gaddafi stadium in Lahore on Wednesday.
Wood took 3-20. Opener Mohammad Rizwan made a defiant 63 from 46 balls which had three sixes and two boundaries.
Earlier, England captain Moeen Ali won the toss and sent Pakistan in to bat.
The seven-match series is tied at 2-2 after the first leg of four matches in Karachi with England winning the first and third while Pakistan won the second and fourth.
England made four changes from the side that lost the fourth game, bringing in Chris Woakes for his first game of the series in addition to Dawid Malan, Sam Curran and Mark Wood.
The quartet replaced Will Jacks, Olly Stone, Reece Topley and Liam Dawson.
Pakistan handed a T20I debut to 26-year-old all-rounder Aamer Jamal while also adding Shadab Khan and Haider Ali to the squad. They replaced Khushdil Shah, Usman Qadir and Mohammad Hasnain.
The remaining matches are also in Lahore (September 30 and October 2).
Pakistan: Babar Azam (C), Mohammad Rizwan, Asif Ali, Aamer Jamal, Haris Rauf, Iftikhar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Haider Ali, Shan Masood, Mohammad Wasim Junior.
England: Moeen Ali (C), Dawid Malan, Harry Brook, Sam Curran, Ben Duckett, Chris Woakes, Alex Hales, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Mark Wood, David Willey
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(MENAFN- Afghanistan Times) AT News
KABUL: The severe droughts caused by frequent lack of rainfalls and snowfalls are worrying people in Afghanistan especially in the rural areas where people are mostly engaged in agriculture and livestock breeding.
Baz Mohammad is a farmer in Badghis province in the northwest, where he also runs livestock breeding.
The recent drought is concerning him as he fears of losing his sheep.
'There is no rainfall, we had only two snowfalls this winter. The wheat is drying up and people are worried and some of them are moving to Herat province,' said Mohammad who lives in the Moqor district.
The hydrometeorology department announced that the rate of rainfall had a 35 per cent decrease this year.
Mohammad Nasim Moradi, an official at the national hydrometeorology department expressed hope the rainfall increase in the upcoming spring.
'We had samples from 22 stations across the country that showed 30 to 35 per cent decrease in rainfall in 2020 comparing to 2019,' Moradi said Wednesday.
The ministry of disaster management said that the rate of rainfall was 40 millimeters this winter in Afghanistan.
'The rainfall was less than the normal level this year and reached to 40 millimeters in some parts of the country which is feared that some areas especially in the north and northeast witness drought next year,' said Tamim Azimi, spokesman of the disaster management ministry.
As a landlocked and mountainous country, Afghanistan is dependent on the torrential rainfall and the snow reserves on mountains. Nearly half of the country's population is farmers and livestock breeders who are mostly dependent on the rainfall. The country needs 250 millimeters of rainfall to get saved from drought threat.
Climate experts express concerns over the repetition of 2017 and 2018 droughts.
Decrease in rainfall will cause more poverty, reduction in agricultural products and increase in internal displacing.
Climate change, increased Greenhouse gases and increase in population are called the main elements of decreased rainfall.
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Essentia Health now offers home care services to F-M area
Essentia Health has opened a new home care service that provides skilled medical services at home to patients within a 30-mile radius of Fargo-Moorhead.
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High nitrates result in closed well
A Park Rapids city well has been closed due to high nitrate levels in the water.
Other wells in the city had nitrate levels below the maximum contamination level and continue to supply the city's water.
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(MENAFNEditorial) Adds Dassault 7X aircraft which is also available to charter for regional clients
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 18, 2018: Stuttgart headquartered DC Aviation Group (DCA), the German joint venture partner of DC Aviation Al-Futtaim (DCAF), continues to grow its aircraft management fleet with the addition of a Dassault Falcon 7X.
The new aircraft is also available for charter flights for DC Aviation Al-Futtaim clients in the region through DCA's subsidiary DC Aviation Malta.
With its three high-performance engines and cutting-edge aviation technology, the Falcon 7X provides extraordinary range and efficiency. Its uniquely quiet cabin with a standing height of 1.88 m, offers unmatched comfort for up to 12 passengers. Its range of over 11,000 km makes it a popular aircraft to charter. In addition, the aircraft is equipped with globally available satellite-based internet connectivity via Wi-Fi, a cabin and entertainment management system, and satellite telephone.
Holger Ostheimer, Managing Director of DC Aviation Al-Futtaim, said, 'With the addition of the 7X to DC Aviation Group's portfolio, we are able to offer our clients in the region access to this aircraft for their charter needs. With its extended range, customers can fly non-stop from Dubai to most parts of North America or the Far-East without having to stop for refuelling thereby offering maximum convenience.
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Doha: KPMG recently released its Qatar Real Estate Rental Index Q1 2016 – Q2 2021, which tracks quarterly changes in the real estate rental market covering three core asset categories: KPMG Office Rental Index (K-ORI), KPMG Residential Rental Index (K-RRI) and KPMG Mall Rental Index (K-MRI).
Anurag Gupta, Director and Head of Strategy and Real Estate Advisory at KPMG in Qatar said:“The steep fall in monthly rentals post-pandemic compelled landlords/developers to re-think their strategies. Landlords maintain high rental returns during stable demand; however, it is also necessary to adjust with the low-demand scenario when required. Those landlords willing to adjust are witnessing increased traction in leasing activity with subsequent demand for their properties.
Q1 and Q2 2021 experienced a shift in the momentum with monthly rentals experiencing a relatively softer decline. This could be attributed to landlords offering value for money products along with other external factors such as Government efforts in widespread vaccination, expected relaxation in employment related restrictions, and gradual improvement in the overall economic activity," he added.
Research showed the Office rentals in the central business district are witnessing promising signs of stability. With the uptick in the economic activity, KPMG expects a possible recovery over the short to middle term. After witnessing a drop of 8.4 percent during the last two quarters (Q3 and Q4) of 2020, the rentals for the commercial office segment have experienced significant improvement with just a one percent decline on the rental index during Q1 and Q2 2021.
On the Organized Retail Mall front, changing the momentum experienced over the last year, Q1 and Q2 2021 registered improved leasing activity with several new and existing brands occupying organized retail spaces in the leading malls across Qatar. The organized retail mall segment registered a relatively softer decline on the rental index by 2.9 percent compared to the material drop of 9.6 percent experienced primarily due to the onset of the pandemic during Q3 and Q4 2020.
Sayantan Pande, Associate Director and Head of Infrastructure, Financing and Real Estate Valuations at KPMG Qatar said:“We are of the belief that Qatar's Real Estate sector will sustain positive momentum in the second half of 2021. This is due to the successful COVID-19 vaccination efforts coupled with continuous measures from Government to support the economy.
We have started experiencing increased interest from large regional developers in the Qatar market, reconfirming our view that the market remains attractive and will return to normal soon," he added.
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Camille Vasquez interrogates Amber Heard in Johnny Depp defamation trial
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, Camille Vasquez interrogated Amber Heard throughout a demanding cross-investigation around her detain for supposedly beating her ex-girlfriend Tasya van Ree 13 years ago.
Vasquez interrogated "You committed domestic violence against Ms. van Ree during your relationship didn’t you?"
Amber responded "No, I did not."
The lawyer stressed "You assaulted her at a Seattle airport in 2009 didn’t you?"
Heard asserted "That’s not true," Vasquez continued to recite a news article about the case.
Two officers supposedly saw Heard slap van Ree in the arm and ripped her chain off, and she was detained.
But prosecutors refused to continue the incident, but news of the argument didn't arise in the press until 6 years ago, and van Ree openly defended Heard who accused Depp of posting the article.
Vasquez asked "So Mr. Depp is not the only domestic partner you’ve assaulted?"
Heard responded "I’ve never assaulted Mr. Depp or any other person I was romantically linked to, ever.”
Vasquez stated "No further questions, your Honor," finishing a day and a half of cross-investigation.
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(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Expo 2020 Dubai is set to work with the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation, Unido, to promote entrepreneurship and investment around the world to help realise the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, SDGs.
The two organisations signed a Memorandum of Understanding, MoU, on Wednesday that will lead them to work together on some of the targets for 2030 by exploring initiatives such as sharing knowledge and thought leadership as well as by co-hosting events.
The SDGs were agreed by the UN in 2015 and aim to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all. Each goal has specific targets to be achieved by 2030, such as eradicating extreme poverty or reducing premature mortality from non-communicable diseases by a third. The signing was attended by Hiroshi Kuniyoshi, Deputy to the Director-General of Unido, and Manal AlBayat, senior vice-president of Business Development and Integration at Expo 2020 Dubai, in the presence of Miroslav Lajcak, the President of the UN General Assembly.
Commenting on the agreement, AlBayat said, "Expo 2020 Dubai is committed to supporting the SDGs, which are fully aligned with our own theme of 'Connecting Minds, Creating the Future' as well as our sub-themes of 'Opportunity, Mobility and Sustainability.'
"So, we welcome the chance to work with Unido. Together we can harness the global platform of Expo 2020 Dubai to bring countries, organisations, corporations and educational institutions together to tackle these pressing issues." Kuniyoshi said that Unido is determined to help facilitate the success of the SDGs around the world. "Our mandate is to promote inclusive and sustainable industrial development to achieve shared prosperity and environmental sustainability around the world, a mission that is enshrined in the Sustainable Development Goal No. 9, 'Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialisation and foster innovation.'
"Expo 2020 Dubai is following a similar path as it looks to bring the world together to create a brighter future for all. This is why we are delighted to have signed this MoU and look forward to working closely together," he added.
"This partnership proves that the private sector can make significant contributions toward inclusive and sustainable development. I also welcome the parties' intention to share knowledge around investment and entrepreneurship for development to achieve the SDGs," Lajcak said. - Wam
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(MENAFN- Gulf Times) President Nayib Bukele said anyone driving cars in El Salvador without having justification for being out of their homes would be stripped of their driving licence, doubling down on attempts to enforce rules to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus.
Bukele and other Central American leaders have implemented swift and strict measures after the first cases of the novel coronavirus were registered but in recent weeks thousands of people in the region were detained for violating the rules.
Bukele said on Twitter that walking in the street without a face mask would also be banned.
At his request, El Salvador's Congress on March 14 approved an emergency regime, which temporarily suspended the right to free movement and free association.
A week later, Bukele decreed mandatory home quarantine, threatening 30-day detention for anyone who broke it.
Under the order, just one person per family is allowed go out to stock up on food or medicine.
And only bank workers, drivers, restaurant employees and distributors, journalists, officials, soldiers, police, supermarket workers, transportation workers and health workers can leave their homes.
They must carry company credentials and a letter from their employer to prove they are allowed to be out.
Human rights organisations say the emergency regime has allowed officials, police and the military to act arbitrarily, committing rights abuses, and carrying out illegal arrests.
Critics say the measures have not been applied evenly, citing media reports that food was smuggled into a containment centre for a government official and that a leader of Bukele's party was let off after crashing his car drunk.
On April 5, Bukele said quarantine would be extended for another two weeks through April 28 and that security officials should be tougher on people on the street, and that anyone violating quarantine should have their cars seized.
'I don't care if people say on social media ‘Hey, they took my car, hey, they twisted my wrist,' this is nothing compared to your family dying or somebody else's family dying, he said.
El Salvador's Supreme Court later said that the police did not have the right to seize vehicles or other property.
As of Sunday, El Salvador, a country of some 6.5mn people had 125 cases of coronavirus, and six deaths.
El Salvador's congress has also extended a national emergency law that allows the government to prolong certain health measures aimed at curbing the spread of the novel coronavirus in the country. The extension will give lawmakers an additional four days, during which they said they would seek to work with the government of President Bukele and address issues related to the economy, health and human rights.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) The Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, Valeriy Zaluzhny, has said that conscripts who are planning to travel outside their districts and regions must obtain permission from territorial recruitment and social support centers.
Zaluzhny said this on Facebook , Ukrinform reports.
'Dear citizens - conscripts and those liable for military service! I remind you that the war is going on. Your country needs you! Everyone who has not still registered or renewed their military registration should do so. Those of you who are planning to leave your districts and regions must obtain permission from the territorial recruitment and social support center,' he said.
At the same time, Zaluzhny added that the military command had not given any instructions to prevent the movement of people in the coming days.
The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces earlier said that during wartime, it is prohibited for conscripts, those liable for military service and reservists to leave their place of residence without the permission of the head of the respective territorial recruitment and social support center. At the same time, if necessary, it will be possible to obtain a permit at the territorial center for a period of 30 days to one year.
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Asian stocks rose for the second straight day after cheerful fundamentals released from the Australian economy, backing the Australian dollar to incline to a three-week high against the U.S. dollar. Australia`s trade balance shocked markets with recording a surplus as exports to China and the United States picked up, while economists expected a widening trade deficit.
The MSCI Asia Pacific Index climbed 0.4% by 10:55 a.m in Tokyo, as Australia`s S&P/ASX 200 index and Hong Kong`s Hang Seng index ended three days of losses. Emerging-market currencies managed to incline and offset some losses seen in last week`s sell wave.
Thursday`s fundamentals showed the Australian trade balance recorded a surplus of AU$468 million compared with a previous deficit of AU$118 million, while analysts` expected a deficit of AU$200 million. Business confidence rose to 8 from 5, encouraging investors to buy the Australian dollar, and pushing stocks upside.
Moreover, AUD climbed 0.7%, and the South Korean won picked up slightly. Malaysia`s ringgit climbed 0.2%, and the Indian rupiah inclined 0.3%. Furthermore, the currencies of Indonesia and Philippines also strengthened and started to offset last week`s losses.
Four stocks inclined for every three that dropped on the MSCI Asia Pacific Index, having the Hang Seng Index climbing 0.4%, following declines seen this week, while Korea`s Kospi index gained 0.9%.
The S&P/ASX 200 index rose 0.7%, while Japan`s Topix index is fluctuating between gains and losses after it rose 2.1% in Wednesday trades.
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(MENAFN- The Peninsula) The Peninsula
Doha: The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC) yesterday celebrated Earth Hour 2023, by switching off the lights in the Ministry's main building at Corniche (Al Udeid Tower) from 8.30pm until 9.30pm, in addition to all the buildings affiliated with the Ministry.
The celebration aims to encourage individuals and institutions to rationalize electricity consumption as well as to preserve the environment and spread awareness of the importance of protecting the earth.
The Earth Hour stems from informing the Ministry of its responsibilities and role in preserving the environment, and contributing to the replacement of energy sources that are harmful to the environment with other renewable and environmentally friendly sources.
It also encourages the local community to use a sustainable life to reduce the use of energy sources that have negative effects on the environment and reduce carbon emissions.
On this occasion, Sheikh Dr. Saud bin Khalifa Al Thani, Director of the Department of Green Development and Environmental Sustainability at MoECC, stressed the ministry's keenness to participate in the celebration of Earth Hour, which falls on the last Saturday of March, to remind individuals and the local community of their responsibilities to protect earth from pollution in all its forms.
He said that this is by encouraging them to turn off unnecessary lights and electronic devices for one hour, pointing out that every individual on this planet has a responsibility and role in protecting the earth from pollution.
Sheikh Dr. Saud said that the Ministry is keen to participate in every global event related to the environment and the protection of the planet, based on its responsibilities and strong belief in the importance of these events in raising the awareness of societies about the issue of protecting the earth from pollution, and working to spread the culture of sustainability among all members of Qatari society.
He stressed that these efforts resulted in the spread of a culture of environmental protection among all sects of the local community and the use of best practices to preserve the environment and protect the planet from all types of pollution. Sheikh Dr. Saud explained that Qatar is making promising efforts in the field of utilizing solar and wind energy as clean and renewable energy.
He said that Qatar has established Al Kharsaah Solar PV Power Plant, which is expected to cover 10% of the country's electric energy consumption.
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House GOP proposes tax, LGA cuts
Minnesota income taxes would fall $300 million in the next two years under a House Republican plan, while state payments to local governments drop significantly.
The proposal eliminates Local Government Aid for Duluth, Minneapolis and St. Paul, as well as Twin Cities suburbs, by 2015. It also lowers money paid to counties as well as other programs that help fund local governments.
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(MENAFN- Kashmir Observer)
Jammu- The Union Territory Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha said on Monday that his administration is making every effort to empower the citizens and enable them to play a bigger role in society.
“Our prime objective is quality grievance disposal, constant monitoring of service delivery mechanism, ensuring accountability for welfare and progress of the common man”, Sinha said.
He made these remarks while interacting with the people during“LG's Mulaqaat- Live Public Grievance Hearing” at Civil Secretariat here on Monday.
The LG appraised the action taken on the grievances of the applicants by the concerned Administrative Secretaries, Deputy Commissioners and other senior officers.
“Every effort is being made to empower the citizens and enable them to play a bigger role in society. Various interventions and e-Governance tools are ensuring that the benefits of our development programmes, various central sector schemes reach out to the people as intended,” he added.
Taking note of the grievances received from various complainants regarding pending cases for social security schemes' benefits, the LG directed the Administrative Secretaries and Deputy Commissioners for strict implementation of all measures and monitoring of such cases to ensure the benefits reach all eligible.
Rehana Batul Commissioner/Secretary, Public Grievances informed the chair about the progress and status of grievances received on JK-IGRAMS.
The LG appreciated the efforts of all which resulted in 96% disposal rate of all grievances received. Sinha also emphasized on taking dedicated measures to make the public grievance redressal mechanism more responsive at all levels.
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US Industry To Invest In India's Maintenance & Repair facilities For Aircrafts
New Delhi, Sept 11 (KNN) During the Indiabilateral meeting held on the side-lines of the G20 summit, theshowed its commitment to invest more in India's maintenance, repair, and overhaul capabilities and facilities for aircraft.
The American government has also given nod to Modi's government's effort to convert India into maintenance repair and overhaul (MRO) hub for aerial platforms after stitching agreements with three Indian companies for mid-voyage repairs ofNavy.
During the bilateral meeting, the two leaders hailed advancements since the announcement of defence tie-ups in Washington on Congress clearing the GE F-414 jet engine co-production, conclusion ofNavy and Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders, Ltd repair agreement.
During the bilateral meeting in Washington, PM Modi and President Biden had agreed for Master Ship Repair Agreement (MSRA) between the two sides, given the satisfaction over mid-voyage repairs since its first vessel USNS Salvor underwent at Larsen & Tubro's (L&T's) Kattupalli shipyard near Chennai.
While, theNavy agreement with L&T was signed during Modi's visit, the one with Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders was done last month and, the last one with Goa Shipyards remains to be inked.“Both sides recommitted to advancing India's emergence as a hub for the maintenance and repair of forward-deployedNavy assets and other aircraft and vessels,” read the joint statement.
The Indiamajor defence partnership is also witnessing“expanded cooperation in new and emerging domains such as space and AI”, beside in defence industrial cooperation, per the joint statement issued by White House.
Both sides welcomed the announcement by the Indian Ministry of Defence's Innovations for Defence Excellence and theDepartment of Defence's, Defence Innovation Unit to launch two joint challenges, which will invite start-ups to develop solutions to shared defence technology challenges.
They also commended the India-U.S. Defence Acceleration Ecosystem (INDUS-X) team for“establishing a robust collaboration agenda to harness the innovative work of the U.S. and Indian defence sectors to address shared security challenges.”
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(MENAFN- Gulf Times) Arab Petroleum Investments Corporation (Apicorp) an energy-focused multilateral development bank established by 10 Arab oil exporting countries targets allocating $1bn to green energy projects and sustainable energy companies over the next two years, particularly in the MENA region, to support energy transition.
Apicorp on Monday unveiled its new Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) policy framework as part of its drive to support energy transition in its member countries and beyond.
Currently, green assets comprise more than 13% of the multilateral development bank's overall portfolio – equal to around $550mn in loans and direct investments, a figure which has more than quadrupled over the past five years.
The new framework also includes a robust due diligence toolkit to measure the ESG impact when making financing and investment decisions, with a focus on supporting the proliferation of renewable energy sources and low-carbon technologies as well as forging more strategic partnerships to promote the sustainability agenda.
Additionally, Apicorp will look to introduce green and sustainability bonds in the coming period with the aim of accelerating the adoption of sustainable business models within the energy sector and providing industry players with incentives to pursue energy diversification and sustainability practices.
On the ESG policy framework, Dr Aabed bin Abdulla al-Saadoun, chairman, Board of Directors, Apicorp said,“As the world continues to experience unprecedented change, APICORP recognises the importance of our role, our impact and our responsibility to tackle environmental and climate change challenge within our member countries, partners and wider stakeholders. We want to support a transition to a low-carbon, climate-resilient economy by mitigating risks across our operations, supply chain and client transactions by embedding sustainable principles in our business practices. We embark on this journey with the reassurance that all of our member countries are signatories to the 2015 Paris Agreement and participants at COP26 to be held in Glasgow later this year.”
Dr. Ahmed Ali Attiga, chief executive officer, Apicorp said,“At Apicorp, we want to lead by example when it comes to transitioning to more sustainable energy sources. Encouraging other partners in our ecosystem to be more mindful of their environmental, governance and societal footprint is therefore integral to our strategy moving forward.“As a multilateral development bank with exposure to myriad industries within the energy space, we have the added advantage of being able to measure the overall impact more accurately across the regions in which we operate. Equally important, we will continue to drive the ESG agenda in our member countries through our research and knowledge sharing activities, as well as our unique position in advising key policy makers within government and regulatory circles.”
Underpinned by three core pillars – responsible banking and investing, social inclusion and partnerships, and financial resilience and Governance – the comprehensive framework is a key element of Apicorp's strategy to formalise and institutionalise its commitment to environmental protection, social responsibility, and robust governance.
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(MENAFN) Russian visits to the European Union must be halted, according to Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin, who stated that her government is assessing the security implications of Moscow's newly announced partial mobilization.
“The will of the government is very clear. In our opinion, it is necessary to put an end to Russian travel, tourism, as well as transit through Finland,” Marin asserted.
She also noted that Finland should act accordingly with Schengen instructions but also take into consideration the “security risks” associated with certain travelers. “Other countries, for example, the Baltic states and Poland, have used this very security risk and threat as a basis for preventing people from entering, but of course we need an assessment of this from our own authorities,” Marin stated.
The PM’s remarks come after Finnish Foreign Minister Pekka Haavisto informed reporters on Wednesday that Finland “does not want to be a transit country, not even for [holders of] Schengen visas issued by other nations.”
According to reports, the Finnish Foreign Ministry is working on a strategy to assist curb or perhaps "totally stop" the flow of Russian tourists through the nation.
Finnish authorities have often said that the ability to travel to Finland and the rest of Europe is a "luxury" that Russian nationals do not deserve in light of the current military war between Moscow and Kiev.
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Bosnian Woman gets 3 yrs for money in support of IS
(MENAFN- Arab Times) A Bosnian immigrant formerly from Illinois was sentenced Tuesday to three years in prison for giving money in support of the Islamic State and al- Qaeda, despite her attorney's plea that she is by no means a terrorist. Jasminka Ramic pleaded guilty in September to conspiring to provide material support to terrorists.
She was sentenced in US District Court in St Louis. "I did make a mistake," Ramic, 43, told Judge Catherine Perry in broken English. "I admit I did something I was not supposed to do." Ramic was among six Bosnian immigrants indicted in February for funneling money and military supplies for use by terrorists in Syria and Iraq.
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(MENAFN- Jordan News Agency) Amman, Oct. 6 (Petra) -- Economists and key business community figures have called for robust planning and the introduction of effective programs to propel Jordanian exports to EU markets after the Kingdom's trade deficit with the bloc surged to JD1.3 billion in the first half of 2021.
They told Petra that all government stakeholders should review product costs, devise better marketing plans for Jordanian products in the European continent and ensure that the Kingdom's embassies and missions abroad play a greater role in this effort.
According to official data, the Kingdom's exports to EU members in the first six months of the current year stood at JD96 million against JD1.4 billion in imports. The Netherlands was the top destination for Jordanian exports in the reporting period accounting for JD20 million, while Germany was the top exporter to Jordan with JD279 million.
Chemicals, textiles, precious metals and plant products are the main Jordanian exports to the EU, while machinery, metals, pharmaceutical products, cars and their parts, and grains are the main imports.
President of the Jordan-Europe Business Association (JEBA) Jamal Badran said that the widening gap in the trade balance between Jordan and EU countries is driven by a decrease in agricultural exports to the Union, which were passing through the Syrian ports. He explained that the suspension of land transport led to resorting to other routes, i.e. direct shipping at a high cost.
He also mentioned technical obstacles, including the specifications and conditions required for export to EU countries, poor marketing of Jordanian products, and the fact that agricultural and food products and industries are excluded from the new rules of origin simplification agreement.
Badran also blamed the high operating costs of Jordanian industries and their inability to market their products, in addition to the lack of financial and technical support for most of the national industries so that their products meet European standards.
Musa al-Saket, an economist, said that the fact that imports from EU countries have been exempted from customs duties since 2002 has increased Jordan's imports, causing a widening trade deficit with European countries.
He added that the high production costs and the weak competitiveness of national products were an obstacle to increasing Jordanian exports, calling for a review of production costs and support for Jordanian exporters.
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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, April 2. Azerbaijan is
commemorating the 7th anniversary of the country's military success
in 2016 April battles, trend reports.
On April 2, 2016, all the frontier positions and settlements of
Azerbaijan were subjected to heavy fire by the Armenian Armed
Forces. As a result of the shelling of Azerbaijan's settlements
located along the line of contact, six civilians were killed,
including two children under the age of 16. Numerous public and
private facilities, including civil infrastructure, were severely
damaged as a result of the attack.
Azerbaijan responded with an armed offensive, which resulted in
four days of fighting, as the country liberated several important
strategic spots previously occupied by Armenian Armed Forces.
Among the liberated territories during the four-day fighting
were heights around the village of Talish, as well as Seysulan
settlement, and Leletepe hill located in the direction of Fuzuli
district. As a result of the April battles, 30 Armenian tanks, up
to 15 artillery installations and engineering fortifications were
subjected to destruction, 320 Armenian soldiers were killed and
over 500 enemy soldiers were wounded.
Military operations along the line of contact between the
Azerbaijani and Armenian forces ceased on April 5, by agreement of
As a result of the successful counteroffensive, more than 2,000
hectares of territory were liberated from the Armenian occupation.
The April battles, in general, demonstrated President of the
Republic of Azerbaijan, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces Ilham
Aliyev's special attention to the army, the high combat readiness
of the Azerbaijan Armed Forces, their ability to liberate the
Azerbaijani army's victories in the April battles have laid the
foundation for the liberation of Azerbaijani lands from the
Armenian occupation during the 44-day war (from late Sept. through
Today, every citizen of Azerbaijan is proud to see the country's
flag flying in Shusha and other lands liberated from Armenian
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New York, September 18 (Petra) -- His Majesty King Abdullah on Monday met with CEOs and representatives of major US and international companies in New York, with discussions focusing on investment opportunities in promising sectors in Jordan.
According to a royal court statement, the attendees represented companies working in ICT, energy, education, and transportation, as well as food and defence industries.
The meeting covered the advantages of the investment-friendly ecosystem in Jordan, including its transport, energy, and communications infrastructure, in addition to economic and financial stability, and the strong banking sector, which all contribute to enhancing the business environment.
Held in partnership with the Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU) and attended by Their Royal Highnesses Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II and Prince Hashem bin Abdullah II, the meeting also addressed Jordan's skilled labour, specialised in key sectors such as engineering and ICT.
In addition, discussions covered Jordan's access to over 1.6 billion consumers in regional and international markets through the multiple free trade agreements the Kingdom has signed.
Jordan's Economic Modernisation Vision and parallel administrative reform efforts to streamline measures for investors and focus on promising sectors for the national economy were also discussed.
Attendees spoke about the importance of keeping up with international economic developments and the skills and specialties needed in the international labour market.
They highlighted the importance of encouraging young people to pursue professional and technical disciplines, noting the need to develop curricula and teaching methods to steer students towards better career choices.
The attendees also expressed interest in exploring investment opportunities in Jordan, and contributing to environmental sustainability projects, in addition to building partnerships with the private sector in Jordan.
They thanked King Abdullah for his keenness on highlighting Jordan's potential and public-private partnership opportunities, commending the doing of business environment in the Kingdom and the talents of young Jordanian entrepreneurs.
Director of the Office of His Majesty Jafar Hassan and Jordan's Ambassador to the United States Dina Kawar attended the meeting.
The BCIU is a non-profit organisation that brings together the world's governments and leading international companies to build commercial partnerships that benefit businesses, countries, and societies.
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(MENAFN- Gulf Times) Qatar University (QU) has announced the success of Charity Week 2023, a remarkable event that captured the essence of unity and philanthropy. The event, organised by QU in cooperation with the Education Above All Foundation, along with various student clubs such as Wmnahyaha, Meshkat, Chess, Astronomy, and the South Korean Club, aimed to raise funds and awareness for charitable causes.
The collective efforts of QU students and clubs led to QR44,900 raised this year, marking it as one of the highest among participating institutes. The Charity Week 2023 Qatar total reached QR388,992, contributing significantly to the international QR12 and fulfilling the QR4 pledge to Gaza.
The activities hosted under the leadership of QU included booths, painting sessions, sports tournaments, and partnerships with businesses committed to contributing a portion of their sales to charity. Omar al-Emadi, student organisation advisor, stated,“The event demonstrated the students' capabilities and abilities in spreading awareness and educating the student community about charitable work in a distinctive and diverse manner."
Areeba Faisal, Charity Week events officer, said: "The Sanabel Club board worked together to bring our vision to life with support from advisor, al-Emadi, as well as our dedicated volunteers. The success of Charity Week was not just measured in the funds raised but also in the profound impact we had from uniting the students and a sense of fulfillment derived from making a difference.”
The football tournament witnessed Ali Sherif Tawfik emerge as the top goal scorer. The university's booth at the inter-university event won the Buzz Worthy Booth Award, recognising innovation and engagement, the statement added.
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20,000 head to Panckhula before Ram Rahim Singh rape verdict
23 Aug 2017
Two days before verdict is to be declared in a rape case against Dera Sacha Sauda head Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, about 20,000 followers have gathered in Panchkula, near the Naam Charcha Ghar in Sector 23, and have pitched tents there.
The district court is in Sector 1.
Officials have urged Dera followers to maintain peace. Both Haryana and Punjab are on high alert.
Heavy security to prevent possible violence post the verdict
Restrictions have been imposed on all sensitive areas. Barricades have been put up around Sector 1 and the road between Sector 1 and 2 closed.
About 7,000 policemen have been deployed.
Schools and colleges have been declared closed during August 23-25.
The cricket stadium in Sector 16 has been made a "temporary jail" to house lawbreakers.
Section 144 has been imposed in all districts.
The 2002 rape case against Ram Rahim
Guru Ram Rahim Singh is accused of sexually exploiting two female followers nearly 15 years ago in 2002. The alleged crime happened at the Dera headquarters in Sirsa, Haryana, about 250kms from capital Chandigarh. Ram Rahim has denied the allegations.
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(MENAFN- IANS) Los Angeles, June 3 (IANS) Singer Taylor Swift shared the first round of international tour stops for her Eras Tour on Friday morning.
Swift will play three dates in Mexico's Foro Sol stadium starting August 24 and will also run through Argentina and Brazil, with a closing show on November 26 in Sao Paulo, Brazil at Allianz Parque. The Latin American dates will see support for pop singer Sabrina Carpenter, reports Variety.
"Really thrilled to tell you this!! Mexico, Argentina and Brazil: We are bringing the Eras Tour to you this year! Sweet angel princess [Sabrina Carpenter] will be joining us on all of the shows," Swift tweeted, adding: "Lots more international dates to come soon, promise!"
General on-sale for Argentina will begin on June 6 at 10 a.m. (local) and ticket presales for Brazil begin June 6 at 10 a.m. (local). Fans who purchased tickets in Brazil that were cancelled in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic will have the opportunity to access an exclusive pre-sale for the purchase of tickets starting on June 6 at 10 a.m. local time. This presale period will run till June 7.
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IBQ offers cash back on loan transfers from other banks in Qatar
(MENAFN- Gulf Times) Customers who move their loans to International Bank of Qatar (IBQ) will get 1% cash back, including a reduction of their current interest rate by up to 1%, with rates reaching as low as 4.05% for qualifying customers.
IBQ AGM and head of Retail Andrew Ball said: "Our 1% cash back offer with interest rate reduction of up to 1% on existing loans is a prime example of IBQ commitment to provide flexible financing solutions to our customers.
"The opportunity to move existing loans to IBQ also allows customers to top up their loans and get an additional amount. In addition, the tenor of the loan is more flexible as it is extended over a longer period of time, up to six years for Qataris and up to four years for expatriates."
In addition to the 1% cash back and interest rate reduction, IBQ offers reward points from the bank's thanq loyalty programme. thanq enables IBQ customers to accumulate points across a wide range of products and services and redeem them to book travel on more than 800 airlines and stays at 160,000 hotels worldwide.
Customers of other banks can start moving their loans to IBQ by visiting any IBQ branch. New loans require a minimum amount of QR100,000 and a minimum tenor of three years.
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(MENAFN) Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has announced a significant increase in financial aid allocated for rebuilding efforts in areas devastated by the earthquake that struck the country's center on January 1. The additional allocation amounts to 613 million euros, bringing the total earmarked for reconstruction to 1.6 billion euros. The earthquake, measuring 7.5 magnitude, and subsequent aftershocks caused extensive damage particularly in the Ishikawa area along the coast of the Sea of Japan.
With 241 fatalities and over 10,000 individuals still seeking refuge in shelters, the aftermath of the disaster continues to pose significant challenges. Furthermore, some areas are still grappling with water shortages, exacerbating the difficulties faced by affected communities. Prime Minister Kishida made the announcement of increased financial assistance during a visit to the affected regions, where he personally assessed the situation and engaged with local officials and residents.
Acknowledging the ongoing hardships experienced by those impacted by the earthquake, Kishida emphasized the government's commitment to providing substantial support. He noted that while living conditions in temporary shelters have seen improvements, the prevailing reality remains arduous for many. The Prime Minister's visit served to reaffirm the government's determination to address the needs of affected communities and bolster relief efforts.
The Cabinet is slated to formally approve the allocation of additional resources totaling approximately 100 billion yen (equivalent to USD665 million) in the coming days. This latest infusion of funds represents the third emergency financial aid package deployed in response to the New Year's earthquake, bringing the total assistance provided to over 260 billion yen (USD173 billion). Kishida highlighted that a portion of the newly allocated funds will be directed towards establishing a grant system aimed at assisting families with children in rebuilding their homes that were destroyed by the disaster. The increased aid underscores Japan's commitment to supporting affected regions as they strive to recover and rebuild in the aftermath of the earthquake.
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In a post on his social media, Ronaldo wrote, 'There is a World Cup that Portugal has already won: that of the fans! The support and affection we have felt from so many Portuguese people (and not only!) here in Qatar, so far from our homeland, is incredible. Continue to support us in good and bad times, we will do everything to repay you with victories! Strength Portugal!'
Ronaldo was benched for the Round of 16 clash against Switzerland and replacement Goncalo Ramos scored hat-trick. It is still not clear if he will be part of the team that faces the Atlas Lions today evening at Al Thumama Stadium.
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(MENAFN- CORECAP) June 7, UAE - Pakistan IT Industry Association (P@SHA) and TalentNations, a leading B2B marketplace specializing in IT staff augmentation, have officially announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at GITEX in Morocco.
This collaboration enables TalentNations to tap into the vast pool of skilled IT professionals in Pakistan and facilitates the export of over 300,000 IT specialists from Pakistan to international markets. Simultaneously, P@SHA will benefit from TalentNations' extensive network and expertise in IT staff augmentation and solutions promotion, fostering innovation and knowledge sharing within the IT sector of Pakistan.
TalentNations serves as a global platform connecting businesses with top-tier IT specialists within just 48 hours. There are 141 IT companies from 42 countries on the platform. TalentNations has strong experience in augmentation of Web 3.0 specialists, DevOps, GameDev and other specialists. With their experience and a worldwide presence, TalentNations enables seamless access to IT expertise, empowering businesses to meet their technological requirements effectively.
"We are happy to sign a Memorandum of understanding with the Pakistan IT Industry Association. With their impressive base of over 1000 members and TalentNations’ global platform, we will not only increase the export potential of Pakistani IT resources, but also efficiently help to our clients in their IT projects all over the world", – commented Alexander Khachiyan, founder of TalentNations.
This partnership taps into Pakistan's IT market, which aims to generate $10 billion in export revenue by 2025, fostering innovation, job creation, and economic growth.
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UAE Banks Federation (UBF), the representative and unified voice of banks in the UAE, organised a webinar on corporate tax in the UAE recently as part of efforts to enable the exchange of views and experiences in order to develop the banking sector in the country further and strengthen the UAE's position as a leading financial and banking centre.
In his opening speech at the Corporate Tax Webinar, Mr. Jamal Saleh, Director General of UBF, said:“The corporate tax system in the UAE is one of the most advanced tax systems, as it is based on research and studies of international best practices, compliant with highest regulatory standards and frameworks based on principles of governance and transparency, as well as discussions and consultations with stakeholders and companies operating in various vital sectors to ensure its compatibility with the UAE's advantages as a financial, banking and commercial centre.”
The webinar on corporate tax was attended by several executives and experts from the banking and financial sector, including Mr. Gopal Iyer, Head of SME Banking at ADCB, who delivered the welcome address and Mr. Dhiraj Kunwar, General Manager of Business Banking at RAKBANK and Chairman of the SME Committee of UBF, and Mr. Addison Younan – Head of Tax Department at ADCB, participated in a panel discussion moderated by Richard Dean, Presenter, Business Breakfast at Dubai Eye.
Participants at the webinar reviewed the scope of UAE's corporate tax, which focused on reducing the compliance burdens on taxpayers, tax filing requirements and financial and administrative support for start-ups and SMEs. The webinar also looked at the tax exemptions provided by the system. These include the exemption of foreign branch profits, dividends, locally realised capital gains and foreign shares from corporate tax when the conditions are met, as well as investment funds and companies involved in the extraction of natural resources.
It also emphasised the vital role of corporate tax in providing advanced tools for the country's fiscal policy and macroeconomic management, improving the UAE's competitiveness, stimulating innovation, and achieving financial stability that contributes to long-term investment and economic decision-making, which in turn contributes to achieving economic and social development goals.
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(MENAFN- The Peninsula) Benghazi, Libya: The decomposed bodies of 19 Egyptian migrants were found in the Libyan desert overnight after the truck in which they were smuggled into the country overturned, the Red Crescent said Sunday.
The bodies were buried in a cemetery near the Libyan border town of Tobruk, the organisation said.
It was unclear when the Egyptians died but their bodies were in a state of decomposition when found in a desert area near Tobruk in Libya's remote east.
Meanwhile a security official in Tobruk said a search was underway for a group of 29 other Egyptians reported missing by authorities in their country.
Since the 2011 overthrow of Moamer Kadhafi, Libya has been riven by chaos, making it the main gateway for African migrants heading for Europe on dangerous Mediterranean crossings.
Human traffickers have exploited the instability to boost their lucrative but deadly trade.
Egyptians have travelled to Libya for decades, to look for jobs in the oil-rich North African country or to use it as a transit route to Europe.
Since January 100,000 migrants have made the perilous sea journey to Europe, around 85,000 of them arriving in Italy from Libya, according to the International Organization for Migration.
The United Nations says more than 2,200 migrants have died this year attempting to make the crossing.
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(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) ST. HELIER, Jersey, October 14, 2021 -- CoinShares International Limited (Nasdaq First North Growth Market: CS) (“ CoinShares ”), Europe's largest digital asset investment firm, today announces that the“Elwood Blockchain Global Equity Index” will be renamed the“CoinShares Blockchain Global Equity Index”. This marks the successful integration of the Elwood Asset Management business into CoinShares, following the acquisition on July 6, 2021.
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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency ) AGHDAM, Azerbaijan, Sept.15
By Khumay Aghajanova - Trend:
The Day of Knowledge is traditionally celebrated in Azerbaijan on September 15, Orhan Abbasov, deputy head of the Department of Organization and Management of General Education of the Ministry of Education, told Trend's Karabakh Bureau at the opening ceremony of the Samir Abdinov school after major repairs in Aghdam.
"Today we are celebrating the Day of Knowledge in Aghdam, one of the most beautiful corners of our country. This is a great pride for us," he noted.
Until last year, the expression "occupied territories of Aghdam" was used, but thanks to the determination of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief and the heroism of the Azerbaijani army, along with Aghdam, other occupied lands were liberated, he said.
"In accordance with the order of the Head of State, major repairs were carried out in the secondary school of Zangishaly village in Aghdam district. The school has all the conditions for organizing the educational process at a modern level. Work on the restoration and overhaul of schools in various regions of the country continues," Orhan Abbasov added.
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According to the epidemiological criteria of PAHO / WHO, the pandemic in Panama has been in the control phase for 10 consecutive weeks,' with a positivity of 4.3% which dipped to 3.3% last week says the report of the international body published Wednesday, December 1. According to the indicators, it is considered good to have a positivity below 5%.
Regarding the increase in cases in recent weeks, PAHO also details that after EW 43 (from October 24 to 30), all age groups show an increase in the incidence of the new coronavirus.
For example, the 40 to 59 age group reflects the highest incidence with 46.2 cases per 100,000 inhabitants. Those aged 80 and over are in order with 39.4, those from 20 to 29 with 37.5, those from 60 to 79 with 36.3 and those under 20 with 21.1 cases per 100,000 inhabitants.
Active cases registered an increase of 22.3% in four weeks.
Regarding deaths, PAHO reports that 16 deaths were reported in EW42, but that in the following two weeks there was a decrease and the figure returned to 16 deaths in EW45. However, it fell to 8 and 9 deaths in weeks 46 and 47, respectively, with a reduction of 44%; varying between none and 2 daily deaths daily.
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(MENAFN- Jordan News Agency)
Amman, Feb 5 (Petra) -- Prime Minister Bisher Khasawneh directed the concerned ministries, institutions and agencies to observe the highest levels of readiness and preparedness to deal with the expected weather conditions in the coming days.
In a cabinet meeting on Sunday, Khasawneh called for coordinating between all concerned agencies, opening operating rooms and maintaining their work, starting as of today until the end of the expected weather conditions.
The Prime Minister instructed the Ministry of Local Administration, the Ministry of Public Works and Housing, the Ministry of Interior, and the Greater Amman Municipality to direct their field cadres to take all necessary measures to deal with the expected effects or repercussions of the air depression, ensure the readiness of facilities and the availability of services for citizens, as well as dealing with any complaints or observations received immediately and within the highest levels of response.
He also called for concentrating on sites and places that may witness water pools or runoffs, whether within Amman, or in the governorates, stressing the need to deal with any such cases in a way that preserves the safety of citizens and prevents damage to public or private property.
He also directed the Ministry of Water and Irrigation to monitor the conditions of dams in a timely manner and to ensure their readiness to receive the expected quantities of water.
On the other hand, the Cabinet approved mandating reasons for the Solidarity Fund draft law to reduce agricultural risks for 2023, and referred it to the Legislation and Opinion Bureau to proceed with the procedures for its issuance in accordance with the rules.
The Cabinet also approved mandating reasons for the draft administrative organization regulation for the Cities and Villages Development Bank for 2023
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) As a result of Russia's full-scale armed aggression, 484 children have been killed in Ukraine.
“As of the morning of June 2, 2023, more than 1,476 children were affected in Ukraine as a result of the full-scale armed aggression of the Russian Federation. According to the official information provided by juvenile prosecutors, 484 children were killed and more than 992 received injuries of various degrees of severity,” the Ukrainian Prosecutor General's Office wrote on Telegram.
It is noted that these figures are not final, as work is underway in the areas of active hostilities, in the temporarily occupied and liberated territories. Read also: shmyhal: war unleashed by russia violates rights of millions of ukrainian children
Most children were affected in Donetsk region - 462, Kharkiv region - 279, Kyiv region - 128, Kherson region - 103, Zaporizhzhia region – 91, Mykolaiv region - 89, Dnipropetrovsk region – 74, Chernihiv region - 71, and Luhansk region – 67.
As reported by Ukrinform, on the night of June 1, the Russian forces fired 10 Iskander missiles at Kyiv. The air defense forces intercepted all the missiles. 19 people were injured, three of them died, including a child.
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(MENAFN- Markets Research Reports)
celery seeds are small, brown seeds obtained from the celery plant, which is widely used as a vegetable in many parts of the world. These seeds are a rich source of essential oils, flavonoids, and other beneficial compounds, and are used in various food and beverage products as a flavoring agent or a natural remedy for various health conditions.
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The global celery seeds market has been growing steadily in recent years, driven by increasing demand for natural and organic food products, as well as the growing popularity of celery-based products in the health and wellness industry. The market is dominated by a few major players, including McCormick & Company, Frontier Natural Products Co-Op, and The Spice House.
Celery seeds are used in various products, including pickles, dressings, soups, and stews, as well as in herbal supplements and traditional medicine. They are believed to have various health benefits, including reducing inflammation, improving digestion, and lowering blood pressure.
However, the celery seeds market is also facing some challenges, including limited availability of the product in some regions, and the high cost of production due to the labor-intensive nature of seed harvesting and processing. Additionally, some consumers may be hesitant to try new food products that contain unfamiliar ingredients.
Overall, the celery seeds market is expected to continue growing, as consumers increasingly seek out natural and organic food ingredients. In addition, the growing interest in alternative medicine and herbal remedies is expected to drive demand for celery seeds as a natural health supplement.
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(MENAFN- IANS) Hyderabad, Dec 11 (IANS) Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy called on senior Congress leader and former minister K. Jana Reddy here on Monday.
The Chief Minister went to the residence of Jana Reddy, who was leader of Congress Legislature Party (CLP) in the first Telangana Assembly.
Jana Reddy and his wife congratulated Revanth Reddy on becoming the Chief Minister and felicitated him. The meeting lasted for an hour during which they believed to have discussed the election results and the issues related to governance
Jana Reddy later told media persons that he made certain suggestions to Revanth Reddy for good governance. He said the Chief Minister and ministers should work together to fulfil the promises made to people.
Jana Reddy, who served as a minister under four chief ministers in united Andhra Pradesh, said as a senior leader he gave suggestions to the Chief Minister in running the government to live up the people's expectations.
The 77-year-old leader said he would continue to give his suggestion to the government, if required.
To another query, he clarified that he did not demand Cabinet berth for his son Jayveer Reddy, who was elected to the Assembly from Nagarjuna Sagar constituency. He said since Javeer Reddy is a junior, it was not proper to seek any position for him.
Jana Reddy, who did not contest the recently concluded Assembly elections, said if the party leadership wants him to contest the Lok Sabha elections he would consider it.
During the campaign for Assembly election, Jana Reddy had stated that he may be offered the post of chief minister of Telangana if the party wins the Assembly elections.
The former minister had remarked that while he is not after the post of the chief minister, the post may come after him.
Recalling that he became the minister at the age of 36, Jana Reddy said he has a seniority of 55 years in the party.
A seven-time MLA, he became the first leader of opposition in the Telangana Assembly in 2014. He, however, lost the 2018 election from Nagarjuna Sagar and was also unsuccessful in the by-election held in 2021.
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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, November 20. Uzbekistan has
adopted amendments to the Criminal Code, providing for increased
punishment for violations of safety rules for storage and
transportation of goods, Trend reports.
The relevant document was signed by Uzbek President Shavkat
According to the document, the maximum penalty for production,
storage, transportation for the purpose of sale or sale of goods,
performance of work, or rendering services that do not meet safety
requirements is up to three years of imprisonment.
Moreover, for similar actions on a particularly large scale, the
penalty is five to seven years' imprisonment. Actions resulting in
human casualties or other grave consequences, such as imprisonment
for seven to 12 years.
The reason for increased control was an explosion and subsequent
fire on the night of September 28 at one of the warehouses located
in Tashkent. As a result of the accident, a 13-year-old boy was
killed, and 162 other people were injured.
According to the government commission, the warehouse was
storing large quantities of chemicals without complying with
regulations. In criminal proceedings under the article of the
Criminal Code "Violation of Fire Safety Rules," four people were
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Scotia Bank, CIBC, and Bank of Montreal Results: It Could Get Better
After TD Bank and Royal Bank (RY) reported results, Scotia (BNS), CIBC, and Bank of Montreal (BMO) posted quarterly earnings last week. Despite weak results, the share price rebounded.
Scotia Bank posted Q3 earnings of $1.73, down from $2.10 last year. Its provision for credit losses, or PCL, increased, doubling from $412M last year to $819M. On the conference call, the bank said it aims to improve its loan-to-deposit ratio.
CIBC posted weak Q3 results due to an increase in PCL. It also took a tax charge and an acquisition-related amortization. PCL Roseto $736 million, up from $243 million last year. Losses from real estate mortgages are on the rise for all banks.
BMO stock bounced back, rising 3.45% last week. It posted an adjusted return on equity of 11.7%, compared with 13.7% previously. Its PCL nearly tripled from $136M to $492M. Its earnings rose by 22%, driven by record results in Canadian Personal and Commercial Banking.
Banks are bracing for losses from residential real estate. This will continue as long as interest rates are high. Expect the bank stocks to trade in a range for a while longer.
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Athlete Spotlight: SU field hockey player Presha Merritt
Shenandoah University 18-year-old freshman
Sport: Field Hockey
Parents: Patricia and John Merritt
High School: Brooke Point (Class of 2012)
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(MENAFN- Weber Shandwick) Riyadh, KSA – October 10, 2021
Dell Technologies has announced its first ever 14” portable monitor, the Dell 14 Portable Monitor, designed to accelerate productivity for professionals working at the office, from home or on-the-go.
The monitor has a lightweight design, weighing less than a pound and a half and less than a quarter-inch thick at its slimmest. Featuring FHD resolution, 16:9 aspect ratio with IPS technology, this monitor offers easy plug and play with USB-C connectivity. It has quick access buttons to adjust brightness (up to 300 nits) and ComfortView feature that reduces harmful blue light emissions. It features a small continuous tilt stand that bends from 10 to 90 degrees, as well as holds Energy Star and EPEAT GOLD certifications.
The company also announced a new line of USB-C monitors, the Dell 27 4K UHD (S2722QC) and Dell 27 USB-C Monitor (S2722DC), that offer the convenience of a single cable solution with USB-C connectivity to deliver video, audio, and data.
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Kremlin states there will be no decision to seal Russia's borders amid chaos
(MENAFN) The Kremlin says no decision has been made on whether to close Russia's borders to prevent an outflow of military-aged males from the nation following days of chaos during the country's partial mobilization for its conflict in Ukraine.
When asked about the possibility of the border being closed on Monday, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told reporters, “I don’t know anything about this. At the moment, no decisions have been taken on this.”
Reports that Russia may seal the border have added to the chaos since President Vladimir Putin issued an order last week to call up hundreds of thousands of reservists in the largest escalation of the seven-month Ukraine war.
Flights out of Russia have sold out, and automobiles have piled up at border crossings, with rumors of a 48-hour line at Georgia's lone road border, the country's only pro-Western neighbor that lets Russian nationals to enter without a visa.
“Panic. All the people I know are in panic,” according to David, a Russian who gave only his first name out of fear of reprisals, in an interview with a news agency at a border crossing with Georgia. “We are running from the regime that kills people.”
Long lineups of automobiles were also visible on highways leading to Kazakhstan and Mongolia border crossings.
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(MENAFN) Anthony Fauci, the top Covid-19 advisor to the United Staes government, issued his farewell message from the White House before retiring next month, urging Americans to maintain their immunization schedules.
Fauci also mentioned, “please, for your own safety, for that of your family, get your updated Covid-19 shot as soon as you’re eligible to protect yourself, your family and your community.”
The former "Covid czar" expressed his desire to be seen as a committed public servant in his reflections on his tenure in government. What he claimed to reporters was, "I What I would like people to remember about what I’ve done is that every day for all of those years, I’ve given it everything that I have and I’ve never left anything on the field."
Since the virus's outbreak, Fauci's Covid policies have generated a great deal of debate in the United Staes. While some have praised his efforts to stop the disease's spread, others have criticized his overzealous actions and charged that he is making money off the pandemic because his wealth has reportedly increased by twofold since 2019.
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Another change in this direction is the international launch of the previous preview for Google Assistant’s driving mode.
The feature is integrated into Google Maps for more seamless integration with smartphone navigation experiences.
To set Driving Mode, open Google Maps, tap your profile picture, then go to Settings> Navigation settings> Google Assistant Settings and turn on Tagging Mode.
Alternatively, let’s say “Google, open assistant settings”. Then select Transport> Driving Mode and turn it on.
App icons are usually larger and easier to use when running.
While using media apps in driving mode, tapping on the app icon opens basic media controls such as play / pause and next / previous tracks. A double tap allows you to “browse” more.
The search engine claimed that the assistant would read, make and receive calls, and the media would make it one of the popular streaming services.
Regarding Google Assistant’s proper speech detection, using Driving Mode can certainly help drivers avoid disruption.
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(MENAFN- Daily News Egypt)
Egypt is extending a helping hand to Angola, offering its extensive experience in agriculture, irrigation, and infrastructure development to support the African nation's growth. Ambassador Neveen El-Husseiny, who arrived in Luanda three months ago, pledged to“strengthen these relations even more” during a recent meeting with National Assembly Speaker Carolina Cerqueira.
“Egypt has accumulated a lot of experience in crop irrigation, agricultural development, and infrastructure,” El-Husseiny said, highlighting areas where Egypt can assist Angola. He added that Egyptian companies are ready to partner with Angola on projects spanning irrigation, energy, water management, and infrastructure.
This renewed focus on cooperation builds on a long-standing relationship between the two countries. Since formalizing the General Agreement for Economic, Scientific, and Technical Cooperation in 1987, Egypt and Angola have explored collaboration in various sectors, including trade, education, energy, and agriculture.
The upcoming inaugural meeting of the Bilateral Commission marks another significant step. This platform will assess existing cooperation and pave the way for implementing agreed-upon initiatives, potentially identifying new areas for collaboration that leverage the strengths of both nations.
El-Husseiny's commitment extends beyond economic partnerships. He commended President João Lourenço's efforts in tackling Africa's challenges related to peace, security, and development, underscoring the importance of regional solidarity.
Furthermore, Egypt has established itself as a reliable partner in times of need. Egyptian companies were the first to provide vital support to Angola's COVID-19 response, supplying biosafety equipment, hospital consumables, and critical resources worth 200 million kwanzas.
Beyond the present, the historical ties between Egypt and Angola add a layer of depth to this evolving partnership. The first regional office of Angola's liberation movement, MPLA, was established in Cairo in 1965, solidifying a bond forged in the fight against Portuguese colonialism. This shared history serves as a strong foundation for the future of Egypt-Angola cooperation.
With Egypt's expertise and Angola's potential, this strengthened collaboration holds the promise of fostering sustainable development and mutual prosperity for both nations.
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