(MENAFN- UkrinForm) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has informed IAEA General Director Rafael Grossi in a phone call about the large-scale consequences of a terrorist attack by Russia that blew up the dam of the Kakhovka hydroelectric power plant.
The head of state announced this on telegram , Ukrinform reports.
"In a phone call, I informed IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi about the large-scale consequences of the Russian act of terrorism at the Kakhovka HPP dam. We discussed ways to minimize risks to ZNPP security," Zelensky said.
In addition, during the call, an agreement was reached on Grossi's visit to Ukraine. Read also: who blew up kakhovka hpp?
In the early hours of June 6, Russian troops blew up the dam of the Kakhovka hydroelectric power plant. Ukraine's state hydroelectric company said the plant had been totally destroyed and could not be restored after a detonation inside the engine room. Work is underway to evacuate people from flooded towns and villages.
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The Doha Institute for Graduate Studies (DI), in partnership with the European School of Management and Technology (ESMT) in Berlin, celebrated the graduation of the first and second cohorts of students of the Dual Executive Master's Degree in Business Administration and Public Administration.
The celebration comes after the unprecedented circumstances due to the spread of coronavirus pandemic, where the first cohort included 11 students, and the second 12 students.
Dr. Hamed Ali, Dean of the School of Public Administration and Development Economics (SPADE), led the delegation that represented DI at the ceremony. Dr Hamed congratulated the graduates on this well-deserved achievement and wished them a great future. Emphasizing that the relationship between the Institute and students does not end with their graduation, but rather continues to provide the necessary support, advice and aid to them.
The Dean expressed his gratitude to the German partner and reflected the will of the Doha Institute to continue, activate and strengthen this partnership, to ensure the development of the dual program and the achievement of its strategic objectives.
In the same context, Mohamed Aliter, Executive Programs Admin Supervisor praised the role of the ESMT in the success of this partnership and the graduation of the two cohorts, promising that the graduates from the program will continue to represent a real addition to the State of Qatar and the Arab region.
On the sideline, an agreement was signed between the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies and European School of Management and Technology, to kick off the studies of the third cohort of students and strengthen the partnership in order to serve the mission and aspirations of DI.
As part of the study abroad program, a visit to Berlin will be arranged for the new enrolled students.
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Hyderabad, July 6 (IANS) On Wednesday, the creators of Ravi Teja's upcoming film 'Ramarao On Duty' turned to social media to reveal the character poster, revealing senior actor Venu Thottempudi as 'CI Murali.'
The 'Chirunavvutho' actor returns to the big screen after a lengthy absence with this action thriller starring Ravi Teja as the hero. The first look poster of Venu Thottempudi features him in a simple, cop avatar.
In this film, Nassar, Naresh, Pavitra Lokesh, 'Sarpatta' John Vijay, Chaitanya Krishna, Tanikella Bharani, Rahul Rama Krishna, and others will be seen in important roles. Post-production work is presently in progress.
The film's heroines are Divyansha Kaushik and Rajisha Vijayan, and it is directed by Sarath Mandava. Sudhakar Cherukuri produced the film under his own company, SLV Cinemas. The film, which features music by Sam CS, is set to hit the theatres on July 29, 2022.
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(MENAFN- Morocco World News) Rabat – , the Moroccan football team's key midfielder, is feeling optimistic about Morocco's against Ivory Coast on Saturday in Abidjan.
In an interview with Moroccan daily Al Ahdath Al Maghribia, the 33-year-old footballer said that the Moroccan squad has everything that it takes to beat the Ivorian opponent. The footballer noted that a 1-1 draw is enough to qualify for the next phase of the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
Boussoufa, who also plays for the Emirati club Al Jazira, added that the team's recent success can be explained through Morocco's football coach, , who "brought life to the Moroccan team by strengthening its effectiveness over confrontations."
"This has been true both during different phases of the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) and during the," added Boussoufa.
Boussoufa mentioned the trust that Renard enjoys with the Moroccan team, as well as the good atmosphere he has established within the group in order to integrate all footballers rapidly into the team.
"Morocco has a very good team, now and for the future," he said.
The footballer stated that Renard always supports his team by giving them a fighting spirit in order to encourage them. "He always reminds his players, at the end of every game, how proud he is to be with them," added Boussoufa.
The footballer did not forget to commend the massive support of the Moroccan fans, "who are inciting us to set fire in the arena of Abidjan's stadium." He explained that this "will be our creed throughout the game on Saturday."
Boussoufa added that "this is why we are very optimistic for the qualification to World Cup in Russia."
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European Parliament urges for immediate, permanent cease-fire in Gaza
(MENAFN) The European Parliament has issued its inaugural call for an "immediate and permanent cease-fire" in Gaza amid ongoing attacks by Israel on the enclave. The decision came during the European Parliament General Assembly's approval of the 2023 report on "Human rights and democracy in the world and the European Union's policy on the matter." The report received 265 votes in favor, 253 against, and 10 abstentions.
Upon the request of members of the Left group in the parliament, the 62nd article of the report was amended to incorporate the call for an "immediate and permanent cease-fire in Gaza." The revised report, sanctioned after the motion for a resolution, emphasizes the urgent need for the European Union, its member states, and the international community to advocate for an immediate and enduring cessation of hostilities in the Gaza Strip. This call aims particularly at ensuring continuous access to essential necessities such as food and water for all inhabitants of the region.
This historic move marks the first instance where the European Parliament has officially demanded a cease-fire in Gaza. In a previous resolution adopted on January 18th, a "permanent cease-fire" had been contingent upon conditions such as the release of all prisoners and the dismantling of the Palestinian resistance group Hamas.
During a session in the General Assembly discussing the report, numerous members voiced criticism regarding the omission of Gaza, accusing the European Union of neglecting to hold Israel accountable for alleged crimes despite the ongoing attacks. Several members expressed disappointment over Gaza's exclusion from the initial draft, asserting that the EU's failure to address Israel's purported violations of international law was unacceptable.
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(MENAFN- KNN India) New Delhi, Dec 4 (KNN)
The India Cellular & Electronics Association (ICEA) predicts a significant increase in the country's 5G phone adoption, expecting the installed base to surpass 500 million by December 2025.
This will mark more than two-fold rise from the 150 million recorded in December 2023.
This surge is anticipated to constitute over 70 per cent of the total smartphone base.
As per the report, top smartphone brands such as Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo, Realme and Samsung have set in motion plans to flood the India market with 5G smartphones at aggressive price-points.
Partner retailers have introduced a series of price reductions and promotions to swiftly sell off existing stocks of 4G smartphones, creating space for the upcoming next-generation devices.
Pankaj Mohindroo, chairman of ICEA, told ET that the growth will be driven by consumers demanding faster connectivity options, coupled with a gradual decrease in 5G smartphone prices, especially with models above Rs 13K and those below Rs 10K becoming predominantly 5G-enabled.
Nationwide 5G rollouts by telcos and advent of companion devices and HD content too will help drive mass appetite for 5G smartphones, reported ET citing industry experts and handset market trackers.
Kailash Lakhyani, chairman of All India Mobile Retailers Association (AIMRA), said, "We've already asked retailers to clear out 4G smartphones priced in the Rs10K-20K range as top smartphone brands are coming up with 5G devices at aggressive prices this month and ensuring adequate supplies.”
"With multiple 5G smartphones priced under Rs 15K launching this month, everyone is gearing up to clear 4G stocks," he told ET.
ICEA's Mohindroo, on his part, estimates that by end-December 2025, India's smartphone base will be over 700 million, of which around 500 million will be 5G devices.
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(MENAFN) The market anticipates that the Federal Reserve's final interest rate will likely range between 5.25 percent and 5.50 percent, marking the end of the bank's two-year hawkish policy cycle.
Forecasts suggest a potential policy rate cut starting from June next year, influencing a buying-weighted trend in bond markets. The US 10-year bond yield remained steady at 4.40 percent.
In terms of macroeconomic indicators, new home sales in the US for October declined by 5.6 percent on a monthly basis to 679,000, falling below market expectations.
The dollar index also experienced a 0.2 percent decrease to 103.2, reflecting pressure amid expectations of the Fed considering interest rate cuts in the first half of the next year.
Meanwhile, the price of gold per ounce rose to USD2,018 on Monday, reaching its highest level since May.
In geopolitical developments, a two-day extension of the humanitarian pause between Hamas and Israel was announced.
The Brent oil barrel price remained stable at USD79.8, continuing a downward trend for the fifth consecutive working day.
On the New York Stock Exchange, the Nasdaq index decreased by 0.07 percent, the S&P 500 index by 0.2 percent, and the Dow Jones index by 0.16 percent on Monday. Index futures contracts in the US started Tuesday with a mixed course.
While European stock markets followed a sales-heavy trend on Monday, European Central Bank Governor Christine Lagarde mentioned that headline inflation in the Eurozone might rebound in the coming months.
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His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, received dignitaries from Emirati tribes who came to offer their Ramadan greetings to him.
The reception was held at the Za'abeel Palace in the presence of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of the UAE, Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, and a number of sheikhs and dignitaries.
Sheikh Mohammed exchanged Ramadan greetings with his guests and hosted an Iftar banquet for them.
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Scholz says Putin never threatened him
(MENAFN) The chancellor of Germany asserted on Sunday that he or his nation had never been threatened by Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Olaf Scholz said in an interview with the tabloid Bild that they made the decision to send Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine with partners so that Ukraine could defend itself.
When asked if he felt frightened by Putin, as the former British prime minister Boris Johnson said, the chancellor responded that neither he nor Germany had ever been threatened by Putin.
"In our phone calls, our very different perspectives on the war in Ukraine become very clear. I make it clear to Putin that Russia is solely responsible for the war," said Scholz.
In a BBC documentary issued on Jan. 30, Johnson said that Putin warned him with a missile strike during an "extraordinary" phone call before the conflict in Ukraine.
Putin on Friday contrasted the intervention of nations like Germany in the conflict by sending arms to Ukraine with Russia's struggle during World War II.
In response, Scholz added that “his words are part of a series of absurd historical comparisons that he uses to justify his attack on Ukraine, but nothing justifies this war.”
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(MENAFN- Pajhwok Afghan News) KABUL (Pajhwok): The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has announced providingAfghanistan a $4 million loan for a solar power project in Kandahar province.
The ADB signed an agreement to the effect with the Barakat Kandahar Solar Energy (BKSE) -- a special purpose vehicle (SPV).
BKSF majority is owned by 77 Afghanistan -- a subsidiary of 77 Group. The co-borrowers in this deal include three subsidiaries of 77 Group, an ADB statement said.
Azim Hashimi, senior public-private partnership specialist at ADBm called a reliable energy source important for the growth and development prospects of Afghanistan, with low power generation and access.
'ADB's support for this important project will help provide long-term financing that is not available locally to build and operate a state-of-the-art solar power plant in Afghanistan,' he added.
Burak Unsal, 77 Group representative and project director, thanked ADB for paving the way for investors in Afghanistan by supporting the first private sector-financed independent power producer (IPP).
Afghanistan ranks in the bottom 5% in terms of per capita electricity usage, with only 30% of the country's population connected to the grid in 2015.
In terms of the energy mix, solar power accounts for only about 1% or 3 MW of the country's total installed generation capacity.
This is despite Afghanistan having about 220,000 MW of solar power generation potential. The government aims to develop the country's renewable energy generation.
The 15.1 MW Kandahar solar power project will generate about 27.5 GWh of electricity annually and avoid 8,500 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions.
It will also help boost the share of renewable energy in the country's total installed power generation capacity up to 5,000 MW by 2032.
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(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) A young man stands accused of committing a heinous crime of rape followed by murder, which came to light two days after the incident in Bengaluru. The victim, a 55-year-old woman hailing from Raichur, was brutally murdered near Coffee Board in Amrithalli.
The accused reportedly dragged the woman, who was engaged in plaster work, into a building under construction during the night. It was only the next morning, upon the arrival of the building owner, that the ghastly act was discovered.
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The victim, originally from Devadurga, Raichur, had migrated to Bangalore in search of livelihood, accompanied by her three children. Residing in Varadaraju Barangay of Amrithalli, she left her house around 7 o'clock the previous night, only to be confronted by the accused.
The perpetrator subjected the woman to rape and then mercilessly ended her life, leaving her naked body amidst a pool of blood. Construction workers stumbled upon the gruesome scene upon arriving for work the following morning, prompting the building owner to promptly report the matter to the authorities at Amritahalli police station.
Subsequently, the accused was apprehended by the Amrithalli police, who have since initiated rigorous interrogation procedures.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) The Russian war on Ukraine is one of the largest armed conflicts since World War 2 as the active front line reaches 1,500 km.
This was stated by President Volodymyr zelensky of Ukraine on Telegram, Ukrinform reports.
“The war in Ukraine is one of the largest armed conflicts since the Second World War. The active front line reaches 1,500 km. Battles take place in fields, forests, on water, in the sky and in cities. We continue fighting for our native land. The liberation of all occupied territories is ahead. And Ukraine will definitely do it,” Zelensky stated. Read also: icc arrest warrant for putin 'historic decision' - zelensky
The statement was posted as a caption to a video as part of the United24 initiative, which shows and explains the destruction brought by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
As reported, on May 5, 2022, Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Ukraine was launching the United24 global initiative. It is aimed at raising funds to help the nation rebuild in war conditions.
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Morocco's FM Meets With Head of MINURSO in Rabat
(MENAFN- Morocco World News) Rabat - Nasser Bourita, Morocco's Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, received on Friday the Head of MINURSO and UNSG Special Representative Colin Stewart. During his Rabat visit, Stewart also met with Morocco's Minister of Interior, Abdelouafi Laftit, who reiterated Morocco's warning and formal protest over the Polisario's repeated illegal operations in the Guerguerat area buffer zone. During the meeting, Laftit reasserted Morocco's commitment to support the MINURSO in fulfilling its mandate in the region. The Moroccan official also briefed Stewart about Polisario's illegal maneuvers that 'could undermine peace and security in the region and hinder the negotiation process to reach a lasting solution to end for the disputed region.' Stewart acknowledged the warm welcome and expressed his desire to work together with Morocco to find a lasting solution. He reiterated his commitment to ensure compliance with military agreements and a rapid return to the status quo in Guerguerat region, in accordance with the January 6, 2018 statement by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres. The Secretary-General called on the parties to ease tensions in the region to avoid further escalation. His statement followed a series of illegal armed operations by Polisario in the region. Members of the separatist group have been blocking trucks registered in Morocco from crossing the Moroccan-Mauritanian border as well as threatening to block the Africa Eco-Rally Participants from traversing the border. Stewart arrived on December 28 to his office at the Headquarters of the United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara, located in"
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Istanbul: President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Saturday urged Turks to steer clear of pyramid schemes as a scandal raged at a top bank that allegedly defrauded celebrities and football stars of millions of dollars.
Turkiye's media has been filled with headlines for days about the troubles at privately-owned Denizbank.
Court documents reported by Turkish media show that one of the bank's Istanbul branch managers orchestrated a $44-million scheme that promised 250-percent returns for those willing to hand over piles of cash.
The failed fund bore the name of Turkiye's legendary football coach Fatih Terim and allegedly defrauded stars such as former Barcelona midfielders Arda Turan.
Terim gained hero status by leading Istanbul's Galatasaray to the UEFA Cup title in 2000.
He has not said anything in public about the scandal.
The Istanbul branch bank manager who created the fund, and reportedly received bags full of dollars from celebrities and players, said that Denizbank managers knew about the scheme.
Denizbank has denied the claim and said it has launched an internal audit to investigate the fund's collapse.
Erdogan said Saturday that "investigations into the suspects mentioned in this case continue".
"Turkiye is a state of law and whoever commits unlawful acts will be punished," Erdogan said in comments released by his office.
"Our citizens should not fall into the traps of fraudsters who offer high profits in a short time with the promise of easy money," he said.
Istanbul prosecutors are seeking more than 200 years in prison for Denizbank branch manager Secil Erzan for allegedly organising the scam.
Erzan reportedly launched the fund last year to help drum up cash to cover up past investment losses.
Denizbank said in a statement that it "first became aware of the issue when a complainant, who is also our customer, came to the branch" in April.
The bank added that "the amounts in question are not significant in terms of the size for the bank's" total assets.
Denizbank now operates as a local unit of the Emirates NBD.
The Dubai-based lender purchased it from Russia's state-owned Sberbank in 2019.
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(MENAFN- Baystreet.ca) Stocks Lower as Investors Eye Jobs Report
U.S. stocks fell Thursday, as traders weighed sharp swings in stocks and rates to start the month.
The Dow Jones Industrials were trounced 346.93 points to conclude Thursday at 29,926.94.
The S&P 500 plummeted 38.76 points, or 1%, to 3,744.52.
The NASDAQ Composite faded 75.33 points to 11,073.31.
Still, all major averages are on pace to end the week more than 4% higher for their best week since June 24.
Energy was the best performing sector, gaining 1.8%. Utilities lagged, falling 3.3%.
Goldman Sachs views Meta Platforms as a key digital advertising stock heading into earnings season and sees a promising opportunity for the stock at its current price.
With a $200 price target on the stock, Goldman expects shares to rally as much as 44% from Monday's close price.
Economically speaking, weekly jobless claims rose more than expected last week, the U.S. Labor Department reported Thursday.
Initial filings for unemployment benefits totaled 219,000 for the week ended Oct. 1, up 29,000 from the week before and higher than the 203,000 estimate. The downwardly revised 190,000 from the previous week was the lowest level since April 23.
Treasury prices stumbled, lifting yields to 3.82% from Wednesday's 3.75%. Treasury prices and yields move in opposite direction.
Oil prices surged $1.26 to $89.02 U.S. a barrel.
Gold prices recouped $1.90 to $1,722.70 U.S. an ounce.
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By John Lee.
The Chinese company Sinopec ( China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation ) has signed a deal to develop the Mansuriyah gas field in Diyala.
The field, near the Iranian border, is expected to produce 300 million standard cubic feet (Mmscf) per day of gas, which will be used for electricity generation and 'various industrial projects'.
With an area of 150 km2 and gas reserves estimated at 4.5 trillion standard cubic feet, Mansuriyah is the second largest gas field in Iraq, after the Akkas field in Anbar Province.
Sinopec will have a 49-percent interest in the field, with Iraq's state-owned Midland [Middle, Central] Oil Company having 51 percent.
Previous information suggested that the contract will run for 25 years, and may be extended for an additional five years.
In 2010, an agreement had been signed for the field to be developed by Turkish Petroleum (TPAO) (37.5%), Iraqi Oil Exploration Company (25%), Kuwait Energy (KEC) (22.5%), and Kogas (15%). This consortium stopped development in 2014 due to security concerns, and the agreement was reportedly cancelled in 2020.
The signing follows the initial announcement of the award in April 2021. At the ceremony, the Minister for Oil clarified that the 'final' contract will need to be signed by the next government.
(Source: Ministry of Oil)
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By Natavan Rzayeva - Trend:
Uzbekistan Airways will resume flights to a number of cities of Kazakhstan, starting from January 15, 2021 Trend reports referring to the press service of the company.
In particular, return flights from Tashkent (Uzbekistan) to Almaty (Kazakhstan), Samarkand (Uzbekistan) to Almaty, Nukus (Uzbekistan) to Aktobe (Kazakhstan), Urgench (Uzbekistan) to Aktau (Kazakhstan), Nukus to Aktau will be resumed.
Almaty International Airport will receive international flights from 08:00 to 21:00 (GMT+6) until January 19. As return flight HY-765/766 on the route Tashkent to Almaty, scheduled for January 16, was previously canceled, passengers of this flight will be transported on January 17 by flight HY-763/764.
Previously, Uzbekistan Airways canceled regular flights scheduled for January 5, 2022, on the return flight Urgech (Uzbekistan) to Aktau (Kazakhstan) due to the closure of the international airport of Aktau. Later on, regular flights of Uzbekistan Airways scheduled for January 6, 2022 on Tashkent (Uzbekistan) to Almaty (Kazakhstan) and Nukus (Uzbekistan) to Aktobe (Kazakhstan) return flights have been canceled due to technical reasons.
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(MENAFNEditorial) NEW YORK, Nov. 21. 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Sensor technologies have been extensively used in building smart factories and manufacturing automation processes. Industrial manufacturers are increasingly using electronics systems for improving machine performance, worker safety and comfort. The main role of the sensors in the industrial sector is to inspect and monitor the work-in-progress operations that are interfaced with the manufacturing equipment. Eventually, with the advancements in sensor technologies, novel ways of parameter monitoring will lead to improvement in safety and precision of automation solutions.
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(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Over 9,000 low-income families have been supported by the Easa Saleh Al Gurg Charity Foundation (ESGCF) since its inception seven year ago.
The listed indigent families are supported with regular allowances, that cover their education and health fees, as well as their accommodation rents, said Dr Raja Easa Saleh Al Gurg, chairperson of ESGCF.
"The foundation is committed to vulnerable people wherever they are, and spares no effort to ease their suffering and bring them happiness," added Dr Raja. "These are added to seasonal assistance - foodstuff packages, feast clothes, Iftar meals, school bags, and many other relief allowances and contributions."
The foundation, initiated by the former UAE ambassador and prominent businessman Easa Saleh Al Gurg, directly supports a number of charity entities in the country. "These include the low-income families committee in Umm Al Quwain, Dubai Charity Association, Sharjah Charity Society, Fujairah Charity Society, Dubai Women's Association, Tarahum Charity Society and many others."
The foundation also supports a number of Quran study centres and has built over 20 mosques in the last seven years.
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(MENAFN- Live Mint) "In view of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve in Assam, the jeep safari and elephant ride will remain closed in the Kaziranga range of Kohora from March 7 to 9.\"The jeep safari and elephant ride in Kaziranga Range, Kohora, will remain closed to visitors. Jeep Safari will remain closed to visitors on March 7, March 8 and March 9 - forenoon and elephant ride will remain closed on March 8 and March 9,\" Arun Vignesh, Divisional Forest Officer, Eastern Assam Wildlife Division, said in a notice Read: 'Be cautious,' PM Modi's warning to ministers on dangers of deepfakes ahead of Lok Sabha polls 2024Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the national park on March 8 and 9. He is expected to arrive at the park on March 8 evening and will stay at night Prime Minister during the stay, is likelt to enjoy a jungle safari within the Kohora range of the park. Both jeep safari and elephant safari have been planned in his 2-day itinerary. Kaziranga received the tag of national park in February 1974 and this year it will be celebrating the Golden Jubilee Read: '29 events across 12 states, UTs': See PM Modi's pre-Lok Sabha poll 10-day planPM Modi on March 9 plans to unveil the bronze statue of height 125 feet world renowned Ahom general Lachit Barphukan at Jorhat addition, PM Modi would perform the 'Griha Pravesh' (house-warming) ceremony for the 5.5 lakh houses built under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), lay the foundation stone of Sivasagar Medical College, and speak at a public gathering at Meleng Meteli Pothar in Jorhat Prime Minister will also visit Arunachal Pradesh on March 9. In Arunachal Pradesh, he will inaugurate the Sela Tunnel in West Kameng. Then, PM Modi will inaugurate multiple development projects in Itanagar, according to a government release.
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(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) Soon after his Justice and Development Party (AKP) regained majority in the Grand National Assembly, Turkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu called on political parties to work together for replacing the current constitution which was written by the former junta in 1982 and amended 17 times later on.
Turkey needs to get rid of the coup constitution in order to realize the objectives of the country's vision for 2013, Davutoglu said.
The made the comments in a speech to a public rally, held by AKP supporters in Konya city - his birthplace, to celebrate the victory in the just-ended parliamentary elections Sunday night. He affirmed that Turkish democracy is the winner in the elections and the main aim of his party is to establish new Turkey as a stable and secure country, and ensure basic services for the 78 million citizens from the broad political spectrum.
The results of the elections dealt a strong blow to the terrorist groups that sought to tamper with the security of Turkey and hinder its march towards progress and stability, he added.
On his part, Leader of the Republican People's Party (RPP) Kemal Kilicdaroglu said his party affirms respect for the national will and democratic practices "as we did after the June elections." He highlighted the need to strengthen the principles of fraternity and ensure equal rights for all citizens, adding that his party will do its utmost to protect these rights.
Meanwhile, Chairman of the Peoples' Democratic Party (HDP) Selahattin Demirtas said the just-ended elections were marred by acts of violence and unfair conditions. He was referring to the twin bombing that hit Ankara in October.
The final, semi-official results of the elections gave the AKP 49.41 percent of votes - 316 seats in the parliament, the RPP 25.38 percent - 134 seats, the HDP 11.93 percent - 59 seats, and the Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) 41 seats - 10.70 percent.
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Qatar Calls for Adoption of More Laws Against Children Abuses
(MENAFN- QNA) The State of Qatar has underlined the importance of taking more stringent and concrete measures against those who commit violations and abuses against children. It also called for prevention of the military use of schools, and the adoption of more laws that criminalize these violations, and the fight against impunity of the perpetrators, and ensure quick and effective accountability .
This came in a speech delivered today by HE Ambassador Sheikha Alia Ahmed bin Saif Al -Thani, the Permanent Representative of Qatar to the United Nations in New York before a meeting of the UN Security Council on "Children and Armed Conflict."
HE Sheikha Alia highlighted the importance of the , "children and not soldiers" campaign to end and prevent the recruitment and use of children by government armed forces in the conflicts, which she said it comes at an appropriate time with an increasing proportion of violations of recruitment of child soldiers in conflicts in many regions of the world, and other challenges and serious violations committed against them.
She added , we gravely concerned about the diversity of forms and ways of these violations, which represents without doubt a humanitarian crisis list, it is in addition to the killing , and recruitment of child soldiers and sexual assaults against them.
HE Sheikha Alia urged for more efforts in order to stop all violations and atrocities any child in the world should not be exposed to, calling for investing in the future of these children who are in dire need of help and re-integration into their communities.
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August 16 (NewsWire) – The Colombo Lotus Tower has revealed the next phase of its business plan via advertisements for investment opportunities.
According to the newspaper advertisement, the Tower House consists of floors 03 to 07.
The 3rd floor consists of the sky lounge/banquet hall, while the 4th floor also offers a banquet hall.
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A revolving restaurant is located on the 5th floor and six luxury rooms are on the 6th floor, while an observation deck is on the 7th floor.
Meanwhile, the Tower Base consists of 3 floors and a rooftop.
The ground floor of the Lotus Tower offers exclusive shops, a lake view, food courts, souvenir shops, a photo booth, and an exhibition gallery.
Innovation centres, a lake view, a coffee lounge, an E-sport arena, a 9D cinema, a digital banking area, and a digital art museum are on the 1st floor.
The 2nd floor consists of office space, an exhibition area, a conference hall, and a special events area.
Rooftop restaurants and leisure areas, and a special events area are located on the Rooftop of the Lotus Tower.
The Colombo Lotus Tower also offers unforgettable life experiences such as sky diving, bungee jumping, and live concerts.
Businesses who are interested to invest in these opportunities are advised to contact the Colombo Lotus Tower Management Company.
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(MENAFN- Asia Times) Nvidia's AI processor business in China has been all but shuttered by the US Commerce Department, but its DRIVE Orin system-on-a-chip (SoC) for electric autonomous vehicles is still going strong.
More than a dozen corporate customers in China contribute to Nvidia's automotive revenues, which are now running at a rate of over US$1 billion per year.
Several of Nvidia's Chinese customers showcased their new electric vehicles (EVs) at the 21st Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition held from November 17-26, including Denza, Human Horizons, Ji Yue, NIO, XPeng, Zeekr and BYD.
The Nvidia DRIVE Orin SoC is a central computer for intelligent vehicles that is capable of 254 trillion operations per second. Scalable from Level 2 advanced driving assistance systems (ADAS) to Level 5 fully autonomous vehicles, DRIVE Orin enables instantaneous and redundant processing of data from exterior and interior cameras, radar, lidar and ultrasonic sensors.
Denza displayed its electric N7 SUV, which is positioned between Tesla's Model X and Model Y. DRIVE Orin controls Denza's proprietary Commuter Smart Driving system, which enables high-speed navigation, speed-limit and lane-keeping control, automatic emergency braking, front cross-traffic alert and parking assistance. Denza is a joint venture between BYD and Mercedes-Benz.
Human Horizons Technology presented its HiPhi Y SUV, which features road analysis, night vision and touch-free power doors. Headquartered in Shanghai, Human Horizons produces EVs and develops autonomous driving technology.
It has an R&D center in Tokyo and operations centers in Munich and Oslo. Its senior executives have worked for European, American, Japanese and other Chinese auto companies.
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(MENAFN- Newsfile Corp) Global Crossing Airlines to Present at the LD Micro Invitational XIII
Miami, Florida--(Newsfile Corp. - May 25, 2023) - Global Crossing Airlines (OTCQB: JETMF) announced today that it will be presenting at the 13th Annual LD Micro Invitational at the Luxe Sunset Boulevard Hotel, California on June 6th-8th, 2023. The event is expected to feature 150+ companies, presenting in half-hour increments, as well as private 1:1 meetings.
Global Crossing Airlines is scheduled to present on June 6th at 9:30AM PT. Ryan Goepel, EVP and CFO, will be leading the presentation.
We invite interested parties to register for the event here: .
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(MENAFN) In a bid to strengthen their economic ties amid US sanctions, Iran and Venezuela have launched a direct shipping route, according to a statement released by the Iranian embassy in Caracas on Friday. The aim of the route is to facilitate interaction between traders in both countries and enhance bilateral cooperation in various fields, including technology, agriculture, oil and gas, petrochemicals, tourism, and culture. The embassy praised the efforts of the Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (IRISL) and said that a cargo ship will leave Iran for Venezuela every three months.
The state-owned IRISL had expressed readiness to create a regular shipping line to export Iranian commodities to Venezuela in late December 2022, and last week announced that a ship carrying Iranian goods would head to Venezuela in May. This announcement follows the visit of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro to Iran in June 2022, during which a 20-year partnership agreement was signed to improve bilateral cooperation.
The direct shipping line is considered a "lost chain" in ties between the two states, according to Iranian Ambassador to Venezuela Hojatollah Soltani, and could lead to a "major transformation" in bilateral relations. The economies of the two countries are complementary, with Venezuela in need of home appliances, petrochemical products, raw materials, medicine, and medical equipment, all of which are produced in Iran. Venezuela also has a great capacity in agriculture.
The ninth meeting of the Iran-Venezuela Joint Economic Committee held in Tehran on November 15, 2022, highlighted the growing cooperation between the two countries. The new shipping route is expected to further enhance trade ties between Iran and Venezuela, despite the US sanctions imposed on both countries. However, it remains to be seen how this development will impact the wider geopolitical landscape in the region.
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Jaipur, Nov 30 (IANS) The children from Class 1 to 8 in the government schools of Rajasthan will get free school uniforms and milk prepared from milk powder.
Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot virtually launched the Mukhyamantri Bal Gopal Yojana and Mukhyamantri Free Uniform Yojana from his official residence on Tuesday. On this occasion, children were fed milk along with the distribution of free uniforms.
Gehlot said, 'The students are future of our country... And many schemes are being run for the overall development of students Milk will be distributed after school assembly hour on each Tuesday and Friday. Funds worth Rs 476 crore have been sanctioned for this scheme.'
Jagdish Meena, Sarpanch representative at Mahatma Gandhi School, Vijaysinghpura, said that the Rajasthan government was running several schemes keeping in mind the interests of the common man.
'It is necessary that people should stay aware and get involved with the schemes in time, so that the objectives of the government's schemes can be meaningful,' he said.
In Dhani Cheethwadi of Mahatma Gandhi School Jodla, Sarpanch Chauthamal Jat said that the Rajasthan government was committed that every student of the state should get quality education.
'For this, the Chief Minister's Free Uniform Distribution Scheme has been launched for the students of Class 1 to 8 in the government schools of the state. This scheme will increase the attendance and enrolment of students studying in government schools. Along with this, it will help in preventing the drop out of children,' Jat said.
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SpareTime Global Limited recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the State Ministry of Youth Affairs to support Sri Lankan youth in the fields of education, information and technology and supporting livelihoods. The signing took place at the ministry located at World Trade Centre.
The MOU was signed between SpareTime Global Limited, Chairman Chaminda De Silva, and State Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs Rohana Dissanayake. The partnership will support various programs and give opportunities to the youth to explore their horizons.
“Today's event is an opening to many great opportunities for the youth of this country. Youth is the driving force of the nation and is important to have well-read future citizens who will contribute to society. As the State Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs, I take immense pride in being a part of this, successful partnership and today's MOU signing”, added Dissanayake.
Chairman Chaminda De Silva said,“SpareTime Global is confident that within the next few months, through SpareTime Global and all its programs, many will benefit in Sri Lanka. The SpareTime will connect Sri Lanka to global opportunities. This is my way of giving back to Sri Lanka and its people”.
With the signing of the MOU, the ministry and SpareTime Global will work on various projects related to education and recreational activities in the next few months. One such program is the 'Sponsor A Child In Sri Lanka' which provides sponsored education for children from low-income families.
About SpareTime Global
SpareTime Global Limited was founded in February 2021, with the vision of promoting self-empowerment globally and giving back to Sri Lanka by Founder and Chairman Chaminda De Silva. A Sri Lankan resident in the United Kingdom wants to serve Sri Lanka and support children's education and see that no child is left behind. The program 'Sponsor A Child in Sri Lanka' was initiated for the purpose to raise funds for children at risk and low-income families.
Caption: Chairman of SpareTime Global Limited Chaminda De Silva and State Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs Rohana Dissanayake, exchanged the MOUs, while representatives from the organizations look on. The signing was held at the State Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs.
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Grant funds home energy audit equipment
A $5,250 grant from the Minnesota Office of Energy Security will allow Minnesota State Community and Technical College to obtain equipment to train students and private contractors to conduct home energy audits.
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(MENAFN- Zex PR Wire) New Delhi, India, 29th January 2024, In an era of global connectivity, Indian Visa Online stands at the forefront, facilitating seamless journeys for citizens of Ivory Coast, Czech Republic, Djibouti, Dominica, and El Salvador. The company proudly announces the launch of specialized visa services tailored for these nations, aiming to streamline the application process and enhance the travel experience for its users.
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Parliament's Committee on Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries has asked the government to increase funding for human resource development at regional agricultural mechanisation centres in the country.
Led by Committee Chairperson, Hon. Janet Okori-Moe, the MPs visited mechanisation centres in Uganda to appreciate progress made in transitioning from rudimentary to high-end farming tools.
“These centres lack enough staff; even the machinery available don't have enough staff to run them. It doesn't come off well bringing machinery without anyone to run them,” Okori-Moe said urging government to address the staffing challenges.
Okori-Moe applauded the government for setting up regional agricultural mechanisation centres and equipping them with good machinery, and asked the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industries and Fisheries to fasten the process of assembling and dispatching of machinery so that a number of equipment can reach farmers quickly and easily.
“We not doing badly but we have to fill those gaps so that the mechanization agenda in the current mechanization center in operation are strengthened,” she said.
Hon. Christine Akello (NRM, Erute County South) underscored the need to increase staffing at the mechanisation to enhance output and service delivery to farmers.
Eng. Thomas Epet, the Assistant Project Engineer said the challenge of limited land has hindered prospects for expansion, asking government to acquire more land in order to establish branches of these centres.
“Imagine Buwama Mechanisation Centre sits on 4.5 acres of land that is also leased from Buganda Land Board but this centre serves 26 districts of the central region of Uganda,” he said.
He told MPs that demand for the machinery is high, but staffing challenges hold them from effectively serving the community.
The agricultural mechanisation centres were established by government to ease deployment and maintenance of farming equipment in the different regions of Uganda, and to bring the service closer to people who previously had to make requests from only Namalere Mechanical Centre in Wakiso District.
These centres have a number of machinery that include excavators, self-loading tracks, heavy earth-moving equipment, bulldozers and mobile mechanization workshop trucks for use by farmers in the region.
The Committee also visited Sanga Zonal Agricultural Mechanisation Centre in Kiruhura District, Buwama Agricultural Mechanization Centre in Mpigi and Namalele Agricultural Centre in Wakiso District.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Parliament of the Republic of Uganda.
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(MENAFN- AzerNews) By Trend
Albanian government has approved a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the government of Azerbaijan for development of Albania's gas master plan, said the press office of Albanian government.
The MoU sets the ground for assistance from Azerbaijan's state oil company SOCAR in the construction of the necessary infrastructure for Albania's gas supply, with gas through the Trans Adriatic Pipeline (TAP).
Baku and Tirana signed a memorandum of understanding on cooperation in the development of a master plan for Albania in December 2014.
Albania is one of the European countries, which will receive Azerbaijani gas through TAP.
TAP is a part of the Southern Gas Corridor which is one of the priority energy projects for the EU.
TAP project envisages transportation of gas from the Stage 2 of development of Azerbaijan's Shah Deniz gas and condensate field to the EU countries.
The pipeline will be connected to the Trans-Anatolian Pipeline (TANAP) on the Turkish-Greek border, run through Greece, Albania and the Adriatic Sea, before coming ashore in Italy's south.
TAP's shareholders are: BP (20 percent), State Oil Company of Azerbaijan (20 percent), Snam (20 percent), Fluxys (19 percent), Enagas (16 percent) and Axpo (5 percent).
TAP will be 878 kilometers in length (Greece 550 km, Albania 215 km, Adriatic Sea 105 km, and Italy 8 km). Its highest point will be 1,800 meters in Albania's mountains, while its lowest point will be 820 meters beneath the sea.
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The live broadcast platform Mandarinwork signed an MOU with MT WORLD METAVERSE TECH in Singapore for the development of the metaverse ecology.
MT WORLD is dedicated to building a UGC-driven decentralized sandbox multiverse, Connect & Create To Earn, where you can use the blockchain assets to experience, create, have fun and earn from the multiverse.
Users access MT WORLD and get an ID Pass to settle in, and then they can have their own Avatar digital person and become a digital citizen. Buy equipment for your Avatar, and determine your appearance, luck and other attributes in each field. Gain benefits through a series of interactive and active behaviors such as creating, experiencing various games or social content, inviting users, and participating in staking mining.
The global metaverse market is expected to reach $996 billion in 2030, registering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 39.8 per cent. The metaverse market size reached a value of $22.79 billion in 2021, according to GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company.
Companies across the globe, including those in non-tech sectors, are now increasingly investing in the technology for better engagement with customers, brand awareness expansion, and identification of new revenue streams.
Through this MOU, the two parties is aim to leverage metaverse development to navigate the future of quick-changing internet ecosystems by creating assets that can change reality, expand options, and boost online interaction. Parter of MT WORLD mentioned: Through this agreement, Mandarin and MT World will bring more core users.
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Turkey’s BIST 100 index opens week with higher figures
(MENAFN) Turkey’s main share index started at 5,201.07 points on Monday, surging 0.18 percent, or 9.24 points, from the prior end.
On Friday, Borsa Istanbul’s BIST 100 index decreased 0.75 percent to end the week standing at 5,191.83, with a day to day exchange volume of 97 billion Turkish liras (USD5.17 billion).
The US dollar/Turkish lira selling price stood at 18.8076 as of 9.56 AM regional time (0656GMT), the euro/lira trading price was at 20.4270, whereas a British pound exchanged for 23.3020 Turkish liras.
International benchmark Brent crude exchanged at USD85.93 a barrel as of 09.56 AM regional time (0656 GMT), a 0.54 percent decline from the ending price of USD86.40 a barrel in the prior exchange session.
The American benchmark West Texas Intermediate (WTI) sold at USD79.19 a barrel at the same time, a 0.61 percent decrease following the prior session ended at USD79.68 per barrel. whereas the rate of one ounce of gold reached USD1,946.20.
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(MENAFN - Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, Apr. 23
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The possibilities of using alternative energy in agriculture are being considered in Azerbaijan, Trend reports with reference to the country's Ministry of Agriculture.
Upon the organization of the Agrarian Science and Innovation Center of Azerbaijan for farmers and entrepreneurs, an online presentation was held on the application of innovative systems in agriculture.
According to the ministry, the presentation was about the 'smart' greenhouse, the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in agriculture, the use of automatic irrigation systems, remote control technology and other innovations.
Speaking at the event, Chairman of the Agrarian Science and Innovation Center Akbar Abbasov spoke about the ongoing projects related to the use of innovative methods and modern technologies in the agricultural sector.
"Later, in the course of the event, the farmers were shown new water purification systems used for irrigation of cultivated areas. New water treatment systems allow changing the chemical and physical properties of collector-drainage water and transforming it into irrigation water suitable for agriculture, which, in turn, contributes to the improvement of irrigation water supply for agricultural land," said the ministry.
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Italian manufacturing suffers Ongoing decline, signaling deep industrial recession
(MENAFN) Italy's industrial sector continues to grapple with a protracted downturn, with factories in the country facing six consecutive months of decline, as reported by Bloomberg. The concerning trend is indicative of a deepening industrial recession, according to a survey conducted by S&P Global.
The survey relies on an index derived from responses provided by purchasing managers (PMI), which stood at 46.8 in September, reflecting a modest improvement from the previous month's figure of 45.4. Nevertheless, this index remains well below the pivotal threshold of 50, signaling a sustained contraction in Italian manufacturing.
The Italian manufacturing landscape, in particular, has been enduring a challenging period marked by a lack of new orders. This situation stems from weakening global demand, which has placed considerable strain on the country's industrial sector.
The persistent decline in manufacturing activities underscores the formidable challenges faced by Italy's economy and its industrial base, prompting concerns about the need for potential measures to stimulate growth and revitalize the manufacturing sector.
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If you have a stage project and are part of the independent professional theater community, you can participate to be included in the 2023 National Theater Company tour plan (CNT). The Company will have the project reception period open until April 24th, for professionals in the theater area: theater producers or those who are related in some way to the performing arts.
Regarding the selection, the CNT comments that they will be small-format children's projects , with a maximum of five performers. The projection is that each proposal can provide a minimum of 5 functions and a maximum of 8 functions.“This is an opportunity to promote the exchange of significant stage experiences with Costa Rican society, in this case, focused on children, in order to guarantee their cultural rights and their integral human development “, said Pablo Molina, artistic director of the Company.
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(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) Varun Dhawan and his wife Natasha Dalal announced pregnancy in an adorable social media post. The actor married his childhood sweetheart in 2021. Varun and Natasha are one of the most popular couples in the film business. After three years, the couple said they plan to become parents soon.
In the black and white photo, Varun is seen kissing Natasha's baby bump as they twinned in white outfits. The couple's dog, Joey, can be seated on a chair.
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Varun Dhawan revealed his pregnancy on Instagram, posting a photo of himself kissing his wife Natasha Dalal's baby belly. Joey, their adorable pet, joins them on their frame. Sharing the picture, he wrote, "We are pregnant ✨ Need all your blessings and love (red heart) #myfamilymystrength."
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Other celebs, including Janhvi Kapoor, Mouni Roy, Vaani Kapoor, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Bhumi Pednekar, Arjun Kapoor, Malaika Arora, Raashii Khanna, Manushi Chhillar, Maniesh Paul, and others, congratulated the expecting parents.
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(MENAFN- Morocco World News) Rabat – The continues to depend on the . However, is directly impacting . Depending on the degree of rainfall, the growth varies between 1 percent and 4.5 percent of GDP.
In this situation, the intelligent alternative will be to develop the industrial sector to help realize non-agricultural growth. In fact, promoting the industrial sector would be based on real incentives for doing business in Morocco.
The incentives for investing in Morocco are multiple. The most important encouragements are based in offshore zones (tax free purchases, exemptions from employer contributions, and exemptions from minimum tax contributions) for encouraging emerging industries.
These incentives alone won't sufficiently encourage industrial expansion. Other measures must accompany the enterprises for developing the Moroccan's emerging industries (automotive, aeronautics, information technologies, and others).
Reform the work code to encourage recruitment (litigation, right to strike)
Reduce importation rights for raw production materials
Establish new incentives for technical and professional training in emerging industries
Improve access to urban land by simplifying administrative procedures
At the end of the day, the emerging industries will constitute a veritable development lever for beyond the . Therefore, having effective cooperation between the government and the stakeholders of emerging industries represents the right way for new industrial growth.
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(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) LISLE, Ill., Oct. 14, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CTS Corporation (NYSE: CTS) will release earnings for the third quarter 2021 at approximately 8:00 a.m. (EDT) on Wednesday, October 27, 2021.
A conference call to discuss third quarter 2021 results with management is scheduled for Wednesday, October 27, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. (EDT). The dial-in number for the U.S. is 800-309-1256 (+1 323-347-3622, if calling from outside the U.S.). The passcode is 572446.
There will be a replay of the conference call available from 1:00 p.m. (EDT) on Wednesday, October 27, 2021 through 1:00 p.m. (EDT) on Wednesday, November 10, 2021. The telephone number for the replay is 888-203-1112 (+1 719-457-0820, if calling from outside the U.S.). The replay passcode is 6028607.
A live audio webcast of the conference call will be available and can be accessed directly from the Investors section of the website of CTS Corporation at .
CTS (NYSE: CTS) is a leading designer and manufacturer of products that Sense, Connect, and Move. The company manufactures sensors, actuators, and electronic components in North America, Europe, and Asia, and provides engineered products to customers in the aerospace/defense, industrial, medical, telecommunications/IT, and transportation markets.
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(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) Reports from the Daily Mail suggest that Chelsea is actively creating a shortlist of potential managers to replace Mauricio Pochettino this summer, following the team's recent loss in the League Cup final against Liverpool. Pochettino, facing criticism and a trophy drought, may part ways with the club if results do not improve in the upcoming crucial fixtures, including an FA Cup clash with Leeds United and Premier League matches against Brentford, Newcastle United, and Arsenal.
Among the candidates on Chelsea's radar is Sporting CP manager Ruben Amorim, a figure the club has been interested in for some time. Chelsea had considered Amorim before hiring Pochettino last summer. The 39-year-old has gained prominence with Sporting CP, leading them to Taca da Liga and Primeira Liga titles in his first full season. Despite his past association with Benfica, Amorim's structured style of play has won over fans, bringing Sporting their first league title in nearly two decades.
Currently, Sporting CP is performing well under Amorim's guidance, sitting second in the Primeira Liga, just two points behind Benfica with a game in hand. The team is also in the Europa League round of 16, set to face Atalanta. Amorim's adaptable 3-4-3 formation aligns well with Chelsea's squad, making him a potential candidate for the managerial role. However, Pochettino remains in charge, and Chelsea is likely exploring various options. Amorim's success may attract attention from other European clubs offering Champions League football.
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Liz Truss: We will continue supporting Ukraine
(MENAFN) In her first address as premier of the United Kingdom on Wednesday, Liz Truss stated her country will continue to stand with Ukraine as it fights against Russia.
"I pledge that we will sustain or increase our military support to Ukraine for as long as it takes," Truss informed the UN General Assembly's 77th meeting. "We will not rest until Ukraine prevails.”
In her comments, she stated no one is intimidating Russia and President Vladimir Putin "is making yet more bogus claims and saber-rattling threats," which she said "will not work."
"And this morning, we have seen Putin trying to justify his catastrophic failures. He's doubling down by sending even more reservists to a terrible fate," she also said.
Truss noted that while "barbarous weapons" are murdering or hurting Ukrainians, "rape is being used as an instrument of war. Families are being torn apart.”
"He's desperately trying to claim the mantle of democracy for a regime without human rights or freedoms," she also declared.
"The international alliance is strong...Ukraine is strong.”
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) Ukraine needs security guarantees on its path to NATO membership, because the main guarantee for the country is membership in the military alliance.
Andriy Yermak, head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, said this in an interview with the voice of america , according to Ukrinform.
"Regarding security guarantees. You know that President Zelensky started talking about it many months ago, that we need security guarantees on the path to our membership in NATO. Because the main guarantee is NATO membership. NATO is the world's strongest alliance today. Everyone admits it. And I am sure that it will be like that," he said. Read also: kyiv security forum calls on nato to grant ukraine membership
According to Yermak, the Kyiv Security Compact takes into account the entire situation, possible guarantees that Ukraine can receive, and explains why the guarantees are as they are.
"We are not talking about [NATO's] Article 5 until we become members of NATO. That is, these are absolutely realistic guarantees," he added.
Yermak noted that Ukraine sees security guarantees on the way to its membership in NATO, which may happen if the security situation allows.
"But there is no alternative to this. We see ourselves as NATO members," he said.
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg earlier said on the sidelines of the 2023 Brussels Forum that the best security guarantee for Ukraine could be membership in NATO, but this is not possible during a war, as NATO allies do not have a consensus on this issue.
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AMMAN — The Independent Election Commission (IEC) on Wednesday set three dates in February for individuals to announce their candidacy for governorate and municipal elections, expected to be held on March 22.
On Sunday, the IEC's Board of Commissioners decided to hold governorate and municipal elections on Tuesday, March 22, 2022.
This announcement comes in accordance with the provisions of Article 35 of the Local Administration Law No. 22 of 2021 and Article 6 of the Amman Municipality Law No.18 of 2021.
The IEC called on individuals wishing to run for elections to submit their resignation from public, regional or international entities 60 days before the election date, IEC Spokesperson Jihad Momani said.
The resignation should be before December 9, Momani told The Jordan Times.
Momani also said that any governorate lawyer who wished to run for the municipality's presidency or as a member“should submit his/her resignation during the same announced period”.
Individuals wishing to run for the Greater Amman Municipality (GAM) should submit their resignation from public or international office one month before the elections, slated for January 8 2021, according to Momani.
Momani said the IEC is prepared and ready to conduct elections in accordance with legal principles and in cooperation with the electoral partners.
The Cabinet decided to hold governorate and municipal council elections in November.
The Cabinet also approved the Amman Municipal Council Election Law and electoral appeals for 2021.
The new law enables the ILC to manage the council's election process in all its stages in accordance with the provisions of its law and the Amman Municipality Law, and to define the jurisdiction of the ILC's board of commissioners in this process.
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Turkey supports peaceful solution in Cyprus says PM
(MENAFN- The Journal Of Turkish Weekly) Turkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu has said that Turkey was ready to support a peaceful solution in Cyprus.
"We are ready to make all kinds of contributions for a permanent fair and peaceful solution" said Davutoglu on Tuesday during a joint press conference with Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) President Mustafa Akinci in Lefkosa.
"The Turkish Republic is one of the primary components of the solution in Cyprus with other guarantor countries and will not abstain from taking necessary steps for a final solution" Davutoglu said.
He stated that if Turkish Cypriots and Greek Cypriots can come together and reach a solution it will change the Eastern Mediterranean's fate and turn it into an area of prosperity.
"Turkey's close interest and support will be with us during the upcoming negotiation process" Akinci said.
He also added that a solution in Cyprus will improve the relations between Turkey and the EU and rid the Eastern Mediterranean of possible tensions.
Akinci whose election in April seems to have given a boost in peace talks said the island’s two communities would establish a joint education committee to bridge both sides and create a "peace culture".
Further talks will be held on Dec. 4 a day after U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry is due to arrive to encourage the UN-facilitated talks. British Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond recently held talks with both leaders and said the "stars are beginning to align" for a solution in Cyprus.
In September Akinci said he wanted to see Cyprus adopt a federal structure of two zones.
The island was divided after a 1974 military coup in Greece led to Turkey’s intervention. Northern Cyprus declared its independence in 1983.
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Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 14 (ANI): A total of 77 more COVID-19 cases were reported in Punjab on Sunday, taking the total number of cases to 3,140, the state health department said.
According to the official data, the total number of cases includes 2,356 recovered, 717 active cases and 67 deaths.
"77 more COVID-19 cases reported in Punjab today. The total number of cases in the state is now at 3,140, including 2,356 recovered, 717 active cases and 67 deaths," the state health department said.
According to the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, India witnessed its highest-ever spike of 11,929 new cases in the last 24 hours, the total number of COVID-19 cases in the country rose to 3,20,922.
With 311 deaths reported in the last 24 hours, the coronavirus death toll has now reached 9,195.Out of the total number of cases, 1,49,348 are active and 1,62,379 have been cured/discharged/migrated. (ANI)


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Trent Boult has been released from his New Zealand contract in order to spend more time with his family and play in domestic leagues around the world.
As a result the bowler, 33, will have a“significantly reduced” role with his country, New Zealand Cricket said.
Boult has taken 317 wickets in 78 Tests and is currently top of the one-day international bowling rankings.
He said it has been a“really tough decision” but“the time is right to move into this next phase”.
“I still have a big desire to represent my country and feel I have the skills to deliver at international level,” Boult said.
“However, I respect the fact that not having a national contract will affect my chances of selection.
“Ultimately this decision is about my wife Gert and our three young boys.
“Family has always been the biggest motivator for me and I feel comfortable with putting it first and preparing ourselves for life after cricket.”
New Zealand Cricket said it respected Boult's decision.
“He's been completely honest and up-front with us about his reasoning and, while we're sad to be losing him as a fully-contracted player, he leaves with our best wishes and our sincere thanks,” said chief executive David White.
“We've had several conversations and I know Trent understands that, in terms of selection, NZC will continue to make a priority of those players with either central or domestic contracts.”
Boult has played for the Black Caps since his Test debut in 2011 but he and the other New Zealand players are likely to make far less financially than those from the other, bigger nations.
Boult has also been a regular in the Indian Premier League, where players are paid large sums.
His move comes amid increasing discussion around the packed international schedule, with England Test captain Ben Stokes saying there is“too much cricket” .
Stokes quit one-day internationals last month to prolong his Test and Twenty20 career. (Courtesy BBC)
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(MENAFN - Gulf Times) * Al Khaliji Q1 net profit rises 5% to QR185mn
Al Khaliji has reported 5% year-on-year increase in net profit to QR185mn in the first three months of this year.
Revenues shot up 20.4% to QR379mn, said a spokesman of the bank, which is now in the process of merger with Masraf Al Rayan.
"These results demonstrate the continued focus of our team in navigating through a period of economic uncertainty with the continuing unpredictability of the Covid-19 virus," said Sheikh Hamad bin Faisal bin Thani al-Thani, Al Khaliji chairman and managing director.
Although the expenses shot up 9.6% to QR90mn, the lender was able to hold the cost-to-income ratio at 23.8% in January-March 2021 compared to 26.1% the previous year period.
The first quarter "ended for us with an expanded balance sheet and strong growth in operating income. We tightly controlled operating expenses, which including one-off items lead to an efficiency ratio of 23.8%," said Fahad al-Khalifa, Al Khaliji's group chief executive.
He said the bank's balance sheet remains strong with a strong capital base, good liquidity and provision coverage and the focus in the coming months is to continue the positive momentum.
Total assets were up 5% to QR58.89bn with net loans and advances growing 11% to QR35.18bn at the end of March 31, 2021. Its deposits were up 10% year-on-year to QR31.76bn in the review period.
The lender's non-performing loans (NPL) ratio stood at 1.68% in January-March 2021 compared to 1.84% in the comparable period of 2020.
The NPL coverage ratio improved to 113% at the end of March 31, 2021 against 139% a year-ago period.
The bank's capital adequacy ratio was 19.5%, which is above the mandated levels of the Qatar Central Bank.
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(MENAFN- IANS) Rio De Janeiro, Dec 2 (IANS) Colombian playmaker James Rodriguez has left open the possibility of leaving Sao Paulo before Brazil's next domestic football season amid speculation linking him to clubs in the United States, Mexico and Argentina.
The 32-year-old has struggled with injuries and poor form since joining Sao Paulo on a two year-deal in July, reports Xinhua.
In 14 matches for the Brazilian Serie A club - nine as a starter - he has scored just one goal and provided three assists.
"I don't know what will happen in 2024. In football everything changes very quickly," the former Real Madrid player told Globo Esporte.
"One day we are here, another day we are somewhere else. I like to talk about the present and the present is now."
According to media reports, Rodriguez has been courted by Los Angeles Galaxy, Rayados de Monterrey and Boca Juniors, among other clubs.
Sao Paulo are currently ninth in Brazil's 20-team Serie A standings with two match days remaining in the season.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) During an unannounced visit to Kyiv last week, CIA Director Bill Burns met with Ukraine's leadership to discuss the situation related to the latest military escalation by Russia.
That's according to a number of the American media outlets citing sources in the U.S. administration, Ukrinform reports.
'The CIA has a long-standing policy of not commenting on or publicly announcing the director's travel,' CNN wrote, explaining why the report on the visit was not released immediately.
According to sources, Burns in Kyiv 'had consultations with intelligence colleagues' about Russia's possible invasion of Ukraine. In addition, according to American media, the CIA chief held meetings with the leadership of Ukraine.
Burns had the opportunity to discuss the current situation with President Zelensky and efforts to de-escalate tensions,' the report reads.
CNN correspondent Natasha Bertrand , who covers issues related to U.S. national security in the White House, also commented on the CIA chief's visit to Ukraine. Read also:
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'Burns has served as a key intermediary between the US, Russia and Ukraine for months as Russia has continued to build up its forces near Ukraine. He even held a rare conversation with Putin in Moscow in early November to convey 'serious' US concerns about Russia's activities,' Bertrand wrote on Twitter.
The New York Times also shared information about the alleged visit by the head of the CIA, which was first reported by CNN. The newspaper notes Burns visited Kyiv last Wednesday to discuss de-escalation efforts.
As Ukrinform reported earlier, a delegation of the U.S. Congress had arrived in Kyiv on Monday, where they met with the nation's leadership, including the President. One of the main goals of the visit of American lawmakers was to reaffirm bipartisan support for Ukraine's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and democratic reforms.
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