Dhanbad: Chief Minister Raghubar Das once again opened his attack on the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha and the Soren family claiming that on all the important posts of the party family members are sitting and asked the party to tell what it was doing for the adivasis and moolvasis of the state.
Addressing a public gathering as part of his Johar Jan Aashirwad Yatra at Godhar he said that JMM should tell what it has done for Late Binod Bihari Mahto and other martyrs, however, on the other hand, the BJP defined the domicile policy which enabled the youth to get the jobs. He said that JMM misleads the youth in the name of domicile policy.
Mr Das said that the state government was making a university in the name of Late Binod Bihari Mahto and is giving the due honour to the martyrs who were neglected by the JMM. He said that despite Guruji serving as the Chief Minister of the state on three occasions and Hemant once they have done one thing which is looting the land of the tribals however all such land will be accounted for.
Attacking the left parties he said that those with ‘red flags’ talk about the workers but they do not want their development. He said that even in Nirsa they want the poor to remain poor and said that in the days to come all the closed hard coke plants will be opened so that employment is created.
Mr Das said that for the last five years the government has worked with dedication for the development of state and Dhanbad. He said that even the elected representatives of the area showed their dedication which is reflected in the development of the region. Mr Das said that for five years he had worked as a worker for the state and now in return for his wage he had come to seek the blessings of the people.


Vaccines: Facebook hardens its position in the face of fake news | Digital Trends Spanish
Facebook has taken a new stance on misinformation and false news on its platform, especially those related to the coronavirus and vaccines.
The company has announced that from now on it will censor any false information about COVID-19 and the different vaccines that try to stop the pandemic, and that users share in groups, pages or on their profiles.
Anything that has been denied by the health authorities will be prohibited.
From this Monday, comments on this social network and on Instagram will be eliminated, those that were previously allowed. Among them are those who claim that the coronavirus was created by humans, that the vaccine is not effective, that they are more dangerous than the disease and that they would even cause autism.
“We will begin to apply this policy immediately, focusing especially on pages, groups and accounts that do not respect these rules, and we will continue to expand surveillance in the coming weeks,” the company said in a statement.
From the platform they have also indicated that, before assuming this new position, they received advice from the World Health Organization (WHO).
Facebook will also incorporate the addresses of several centers to be vaccinated, which will take advantage of the information provided by the local health authorities.
At the same time, the company will donate $ 120 million in advertising credits to help health offices, NGOs and UN agencies to reach billions of people with information about the COVID-19 vaccine and preventive health. .


Immigration will fine those who rent houses to illegal immigrants
The Director General of Migration, Enrique García, warned that the agency will punish with fines all people who employ illegal immigrants in the country, and that the institution will seize the vehicles used to transport undocumented immigrants.
García said that people who rent houses to illegals will be fined, as well as those who hire illegals to carry out work, as established by Law 285 that regulates migration in the country.
García said that this work is carried out every day throughout the country with the collaboration of the Armed Forces, the National Police and other official agencies.
He said that in recent days they have returned to their nations thousands of immigrants who have been apprehended in operations carried out across the country.
He announced that in the next few days the operation will be extended to Puerto Plata, Samaná and other tourist places, where many foreigners reside, and that this operation will cover the entire national territory.


Srinagar: Authorities at the Kashmir University and the Islamic University of Science and Technology have ordered the postponement of examinations scheduled on Friday.
The decision, according to sources, has been taken in the aftermath of Zakir Musa’s killing.
A spokesperson of Kashmir University confirmed that the examinations have been postponed and said that the fresh dates for the postponed examinations shall be issued separately.
Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), Awantipora spokesperson also confirmed that the varsity has postponed the examinations.
He said the fresh dates for the deferred exams will be notified later, separately.


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Federal contracting is a thriving market, and with the new year upon us, businesses are keen to know which agencies are poised to provide the most opportunities
TAMPA, FL, US, March 17, 2023 /einpresswire.com / -- federal contracting is a thriving industry, and with the new year upon us, businesses are keen to know which agencies are poised to provide the most lucrative opportunities. Several federal agencies are expected to have a significant impact on the contracting landscape in 2023, according to industry experts.
One agency to keep an eye on is the Department of Defense (DoD). The DoD is the largest federal agency in terms of procurement spending, with a budget of over $400 billion. In 2023, the DoD is expected to continue investing heavily in areas such as cybersecurity, advanced weapons systems, and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
Another agency that businesses should watch is the Department of Energy (DOE). The DOE has a budget of over $35 billion and is responsible for managing the nation's nuclear weapons program, as well as advancing research and development in areas such as clean energy and nuclear energy. In 2023, the DOE is expected to focus on developing new technologies to address climate change and advance clean energy solutions.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is also expected to be a significant player in federal contracting in 2023.
With a budget of over $50 billion, the DHS is responsible for securing the country's borders and critical infrastructure, as well as responding to natural disasters and other emergencies. In 2023, the DHS is expected to continue investing in areas such as cybersecurity, border security, and emergency management.
Finally, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is another agency to watch for contracting opportunities. NASA has a budget of over $25 billion and is responsible for conducting research and development in areas such as space exploration and aeronautics. In 2023, NASA is expected to continue investing in areas such as lunar exploration, planetary defense, and space technology research.
In conclusion, federal contracting is a lucrative industry, and businesses that want to succeed in this space should keep a close eye on the agencies mentioned above. By focusing on these agencies and their priorities, businesses can position themselves to take advantage of the lucrative contracting opportunities that are likely to arise in 2023.
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Mr. Sajith Premadasa, the opposition leader, said that everything is happening in the country behind the scenes and that the President and the government are very afraid of the people of the country coming together.
He said that the Samagi Jana Balawegaya is ready to take to the streets with tens of lakhs of people if he makes such a challenge.
The opposition leader said that he is never afraid of threats or restrictions and said that such restrictions cannot stop him.
Opposition leader Mr. Sajith Premadasa said this while addressing the Constituency Council meeting of Samagi Jana Balawega held in Mawanella area today (26).
The leader of the opposition said that all sectors of the country have collapsed today and said that the people who put the country in such a situation will wipe the ashes and rise again today.


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Qatar and Tanzania have huge potentials to strengthen co-operation in areas such as trade exchange, investment promotion, tourism, gas exploration, port development, agriculture and energy, according to Tanzanian President Samia Soluho Hassan. 'Today, we confirm our deep goals to build strategic partnerships that will positively contribute to the economies of the two countries,' the president told the Qatari Businessmen Association (QBA) in a meeting on Thursday in Doha.
The meeting with the QBA was convened to discuss ways of possible investment opportunities between the two countries in various economic fields.
Highlighting that Qatar and Tanzania have always enjoyed historical bilateral relations, she said these friendly relations became stronger after the opening of the embassies of the two countries and the exchange of high-level visits between the leaders of Qatar and Tanzania.
HE Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim al-Thani, QBA chairman spoke on the wealth in resources that are still being exploited in Tanzania, in addition to the political stability that encourages investments.
'There are real investment opportunities in the fields of tourism, agriculture and energy support projects,' he said, adding the association will visit Tanzania as part of a high-level delegation after the World Cup.
Sheikh Faisal stressed that there is a common interest to develop bilateral collaboration, in light of the enormous potentials of both countries, pointing out that the Qatari businessmen are keen to learn about the opportunities available in Tanzania and to benefit from its natural resources, agricultural lands and its strategic location.
Relations between Qatar and Tanzania are growing, and the volume of trade exchange reached QR300mn last year compared to QR169mn in 2020, a growth of 70% on annualised basis.
Apart from Sheikh Faisal, QBA board members Sherida al-Kaabi and Saud al-Mana, and QBA members Ashraf Abu Issa, Youssef al-Mahmoud, Ihsan al-Khaymi and Rashid al-Mansouri, chief executive officer of Aamal Holding Group, and Sarah Abdullah, QBA deputy general manager attended the meeting.
The Tanzanian side comprised Dr Achato Kijagi, Minister of Industry, Investment and Trade; Dr Mohadi Juma'a Maalem, ambassador of Tanzania to Doha, and a number of chief executive officers of energy, tourism and investment companies.
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8 September 2011
South Africa’s war on rape is far from being won and more attention needs to be given to beat the scourge, says Police Minister Nathi Mthethwa.
Speaking at the release of the country’s annual crime statistics in Pretoria on Thursday, Mthethwa said the number of reported rapes in 2010/11 was unacceptably high.
Even though sexual offences overall had decreased by 3.1%, and had been on a general decline for the past two years, the minister said he was concerned about rape.
“Rape increased from 55 097 to 56 272 cases and we cannot seriously say we are winning the war against rape,” Mthethwa said.
Police were taking various steps to address these figures.
“The re-introduction of the Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences units through the country over the past financial year provides us with the platform on which to ensure crimes against women and children are adequately addressed by police,” he said.
The minister noted that rapes were often under-reported, adding that continued efforts to improve the country’s criminal justice system could result in more rapes being reported by victims.
He stressed that the eradication of violence that targets women and children was one of his ministry’s key priorities.


- The President said at least 70 people have so far lost their lives while 36,000 households have been displaced following the intense downpour.
- The President announced that a National Disaster Operation Centre has been operationalised to coordinate emergency responses.
President William Ruto has said the government will intensify its response to mitigate effects of the ongoing heavy rains.
The President said at least 70 people have so far lost their lives while 36,000 households have been displaced following the intense downpour.
The President revealed that the dire situation has necessitated an emergency Cabinet meeting on Monday.
He noted that the rains will continue, hence the need to prepare for unfolding emergencies.
"This will provide solid intervention mechanisms to help tackle the issue. Adequate interventions have been put in place to tackle the emerging crisis," he said.
Ruto spoke on Saturday at State House, Nairobi during a meeting with agencies that deal with various aspects of disaster response.
He said the country is better prepared going into the future, especially with the onboarding of the county governments.
The President announced that a National Disaster Operation Centre has been operationalised to coordinate emergency responses.
He said the government has made available resources to ensure vulnerable cases access adequate food.
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) will provide last-mile deliveries by air, especially in counties marooned by floods.
The President added that the National Youth Service and the Provincial Administration will be mobilised to ensure Kenyans are safe.
Meanwhile, Ruto asked Kenyans to take advantage of the rains and engage in farming.
He said subsidised fertilisers have been made available to help farmers produce enough food for the next season.
Present during the meeting were Cabinet Secretaries, Council of Governors chairperson Anne Waiguru, Chief of Defence Forces Francis Ogolla and Inspector General of Police Japhet Koome among others.


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Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom has said that the state government will not join issues with the military over the killing of militia warlord, Terwase Akwaza alias Gana.
The Governor stated this during an expanded security meeting with Sankera stakeholders held at the government house, Makurdi on Friday.
“We have all resolved not to join issues with security agencies and to take whatever has happened as God’s doing. And to say that we will move forward as we cannot return the dead.”
The Governor who noted that the Sankera people and the entire people of the state were pained by what had happened adding that, “as a government we are waiting for clarification on the matter.”
While noting that the press statement from the military gave the state government cause to worry, Governor Ortom said the state will continue to cooperate with the military and other security agencies to ensure this kind of thing doesn’t happen again.
He said the meeting also resolved that the state government will continue to dialogue with the military and other security agencies without being confrontational.
“The meeting resolved that the repented youths arrested by the military should be released so that they can be given orientation and reintegrated back into the society. Where there are serious cases and they need to be prosecuted, they should use the civil way to prosecute them.
He also urged the Military to release all items that were confiscated during the arrest of Gana to the state government.


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Gauteng Premier Nomvula Mokonyane on Wednesday said the provincial government approved the launch of the Gauteng Employment, Growth and Development Strategy (GEGDS)
The plan focuses on five so-called pillars, ranging from economic transformation and improved efficiency to community sustainability and improving social cohesion.
The GEGDS initiative will also encourage entrepreneurship in environmentally driven job creation and the development of sustainable energy sources.
Mokonyane said the province could also expect to see a governance overhaul.
“We also the report on the reconfiguration of the Gauteng provincial government to ensure that government is appropriately organised to achieve its strategic objectives with greater integration and alignment between different strategic focus areas,” said the premier.
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IPOH, Jan 21 — Perak’s Pakatan Harapan-led government has recorded a revenue of RM1.09 billion last year, exceeding its target of RM1.03 billion.
Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Ahmad Faizal Azumu said the figure was RM63.9 million higher than the revenue recorded in 2018, adding that one of the main contributors was the Perak Land and Mines office.
“The land revenue collection in 2019 was RM688.7 million, and this resulted in the state government having a surplus of RM52.33 million at the end of the year, up from the RM50.11 million recorded in 2018,” he said at the ‘Executive Talk’ and the delivery of the new year mandate to state civil servants here today.
Meanwhile, Ahmad Faizal denied allegations that the financial performance was due to the state government’s move to reduce its spending, especially on development expenditures.
“Such assumptions are unfounded because the records show that the utillisation of the allocations for operating expenses and emoluments was at 96 per cent and development expenditure was at 90 per cent.
“This year, the state government has allocated RM430 million to implement development projects compared to RM400 million in 2019 — the highest amount that has been allocated in the past five years,” he added. — Bernama


February 06, 2017
Governor Sindh Muhammad Zubair has said that government is all ears to the problems of business community which are being resolved on preference.
He said that the role of business community is very important in the economic development therefore they would be given facilities to play their due role in the national development.
Muhammad Zubair said this while talking to a 20-member delegation of Businessman Panel led by former Minister Mian Zahid Hussain.
The delegation include Abdul Rahim Janoo, Mehtab Uddin Chawla, Yahya Polani, Sardar Yaseen Malik, Javaid Jilani, Saqib Fayyaz Magoon, Shahnawaz Ishtiaq, Shokat Ahmad, Rafiq Suleman, Sultan Rehman, Basheer Mangejo, Syed Abdul Waheed Shah, Ghulam Mustafa Solangi, Mohsin Abbas Dharsi, Shahid Anwal and Asim Shakoor Rana where the informed Governor Sindh on their issues.
The Governor said that government is to resolve all infrastructure, energy and tax related issues and asked the taxation authorities not to harass businessmen.
Our exports can only rebound when we provide incentives to the exports sector, he said, adding that government has taken steps to strengthen external trade.
The Governor said that government has achieved a lot during last three years and country was heading towards a bright future.
He said that government has achieved almost all of the objectives while successfully meeting the challenge of extremism, terrorism and the chronic energy shortages.
The Governor said that difficult decisions on vital national matters were now being taken with consensus, adding that huge investment was pouring in the energy sector and several new projects were in the pipeline.
He mentioned the projects in solar, hydel, coal and nuclear, besides the three new power generation plants would run with LNG soon.
At the occasion Mian Zahid Hussain and other business leaders said that they unconditionally support the vision of Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif.
They lauded the government for taking serious steps to cull energy shortages and supported decision of the government to expedite work on TAPI gas pipeline project..


(MENAFN- Gulf Times) Qatar's embassy in Rabat has handed over Qatar Charity's aid to Morocco's special fund for the tackling the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic in the country.
The support to the Moroccan fund comes as part of Qatar Charity's efforts, in co-ordination with the official authorities, to help a number of countries to confront the coronavirus and limit its spread.
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Two wardens 'assaulted' by driver
Two local wardens were slightly injured when they were assaulted by a motorist yesterday morning, the Birkirkara regional joint committee said.
The wardens were overseeing traffic in Sta Venera when they were assaulted by a motorist who had been asked to stop by one of the wardens.
A report was lodged at the Hamrun police station.
The committee condemned the attack and called on the police to proceed against the aggressor.
The police said investigations were under way.


- Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has said Pakistan will continue to raise its voice for the rights of Indian occupied Kashmir (IoK) people.
- “The real brutal face of India stands exposed before the world," FM Qureshi said.
- The minister said this on the return of his successful trip from Geneva where he addressed the United Nations Human Rights Council and raised the Kashmiri issue.
Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshir reiterated that Pakistan will continue to raise its voice against India's violations in Indian occupied Kashmir (IoK).
The minister said this on his return to Pakistan from his successful three-day visit to Geneva. During his stay there, Qureshi appraised the United Nations Human Rights Council of India's human rights violations in occupied Kashmir.
Speaking to the media on Thursday, the FM said that India's brutalities have been exposed before the world and the international community is now criticizing India for its opression against millions of Muslims in the region.
He further said that the Kashmiris were not alone in their struggle and Pakistan will continue to extend moral, political and diplomatic support to them.


Gergely Gulyás, the prime minister's chief of staff, said Hungary's government has declared a state of energy emergency and has approved measures that will include limiting the caps on household gas and electricity bills to average consumption levels from Aug 1.
Gulyás said the protracted war in Ukraine and the sanctions imposed on Russia by Brussels have led to a dramatic increase in energy prices across Europe, causing an energy crisis in a large part of the continent. It has also become clear in the recent months that as things stand, Europe will most likely not have enough gas for the autumn and winter heating season, he said. Therefore, in the interest of protecting Hungarian families and the economy’s energy supply, the government has followed the example of several other European countries and has declared a state of energy emergency, Gulyás said. It has also approved several measures that will enter into effect in August, he added. Gulyás said the measures would ensure that the country has enough energy in the winter and that the scheme to cap utility bills can remain in place.
Szilárd Németh, the government commissioner in charge of the utility price cap scheme, said large families will continue pay the reduced gas prices, but a consumption limit for their caps will remain in place.
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Penelope Gurstein, a professor in UBC’s school of community and regional planning, spoke to Surrey Now about the federal housing strategy.
She said the strategy will address the housing inequality across provinces and municipalities and noted that the federal government was more involved in housing before the 1990s. Gurstein also said the goal of tent cities is to bring awareness to the housing crisis.
“People are camping out for some reason,” she said. “They want people to understand this is critical.”


Police have been checking the passports of hundreds of people flying from East Midlands Airport for the World Cup.
The operation is aimed at preventing hooligans who have football banning orders going to the competition.
Leicestershire Police said 55 people currently had banning orders and most had surrendered their passports in lead-up to the event in South Africa.
But there was still a small number who had not complied and officers were looking for them at the airport.
A spokesman for the force said letters had been sent to the 55 and the majority had handed over their documents.
But where people had not complied officers had been sent to their homes to speak to them.


People say being small it’s good.
Being small isn’t good.
People don’t know that short people struggle to reach things.
Short people don’t like to be short.
People that are small would love to be tall.
People might say that short people are nice and adorable.
People might also say that short people are scared of tall people.
Short people are brave as tall people.
People shouldn’t judge short people.
Short people are the same as tall people.
Short people shouldn’t feel bad of being short.
Short people should appreciate that they are small and they are capable to do things that tall people can’t do.
Short people can fit in places that tall people can’t fit.
Short people can fit in a small cars.
Short people can also walk in small places without bending down.
Short people have good balance than tall people.
Short people should realize that WE are lucky to be small and short that we can do things that other people can’t do.


(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Published: Fri 31 Mar 2023, 6:36 AM
The day will be fair to partly cloudy and cloudy at times over some areas by night, with an increase in temperatures, the National Centre of Meteorology has said.
Light to moderate winds will blow, becoming moderate to fresh at times by Saturday morning westward over the sea.
Temperatures could be as high as 34oC in the country. Mercury is set to rise to 31oC in Abu Dhabi and 29oC in Dubai.
However, temperatures could be as low as 17oC in Abu Dhabi and 20oC in Dubai and 10oC in internal regions.
It will be humid by night and Saturday morning over some coastal areas. Levels will range from 30 to 75 per cent in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
Conditions at sea will be moderate and may become rough at times by Saturday morning westward in the Arabian Gulf and slight in the Oman sea.
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The police in Enugu State yesterday denied reports that the killers of the Kwara State Police Commissioner, Chinweike Asadu, have been arrested.
The Commissioner of Police, Tonye Ebitibituwa, in a statement, described the story as false and misleading.
The commissioner said the report being credited to the state command that three suspects have been arrested and handed over to the police by a private security company was a fabrication.
According to Ebitibituwa, there was the need for information to be verified before it is published to avoid giving the public wrong impression.
He said the matter is still being investigated.
The commissioner solicited the cooperation of the media and the public in ensuring that there is useful and timely information to the police to ensure a crime-free society.


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Reforms: ED reassures nation
Joseph Madzimure Senior Reporter
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has assured the nation that people should not panic over economic reforms which have seen prices of fuel going up since the Government is working on addressing the challenges.
Briefing journalists after the Zanu-PF Caucus in Harare yesterday, the party’s chief whip Cde Pupurai Togarepi said the President had indicated to the caucus that the challenges were temporary.
“The President assured members that people will not starve since the Government is working on providing enough food for each household,” Cde Togarepi said.
The President, he said, had indicated that Government was working on modalities to set up people’s shops in all the 10 provinces which will sell subsidised products.
“The Government through the Grain Marketing Board (GMB) is setting people’s shops so that they will access commodities at cheaper prices,” he said
“The President told the National Assembly members to convey this message to their respective constituencies.
“The people should understand Government’s position on current economic reforms.
“He said the challenges are a phase which will pass,’’ said Cde Togarepi.
The President also urged National Assembly members to identify families in need of food aid in their constituencies.


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(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) Details added: first version posted on 14:16
BAKU, Azerbaijan, May 26. President of the
Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev signed a decree on measures for
the overhaul of the Horadiz-Zangilan highway in the Zangilan
district of the Eastern Zangazur economic region, trend reports.
Following the decree, 31.4 million manat ($18.4 million) has
been allocated for the overhaul of the Horadiz-Zangilan highway
with the length of 61 km from the reserve fund of the President of
Azerbaijan provided for in the state budget of Azerbaijan for 2023
to the State Agency of Azerbaijan Automobile Roads.
The Ministry of Finance was instructed to provide funding in the
amount specified in this decree, and the Cabinet of Ministers - to
resolve issues arising from this decree.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) Vitaliy Gura, one of the 'leaders' of the occupied town of Nova Kakhovka in southern Ukraine, appointed by Russian invasion forces, has not survived an assassination attempt.
That's according to a Kherson Regional Council Deputy Serhii Khlan , who broke the news on Facebook, Ukrinform reports. Read also:
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'One of the Russian 'Gauleiters' of Nova Kakhovka, Vitaly Gura, has been shot dead. An attempt was made on him, but he was still alive for some time. He was being evacuated to Crimea, but, as per preliminary reports, he never made it there. He died. That's the fate of all traitors,' said the deputy.
As reported by Ukrinform, Kherson-based Russia collaborator Volodymyr Saldo was taken to Moscow for treatment. According to media reports, he remains in a medically induced coma.
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Taxation system being reformed: Khurram Dastgir
Commerce Minister says that the government has succeeded in putting the economy on right track.
Commerce Minister Khurram Dastgir has said that the government has succeeded in putting the economy on the right track.
Addressing launching ceremony of the 9th Expo Pakistan in Karachi, he said planning for improving taxation system is underway and reforms will be introduced soon for the purpose.
Khurram Dastgir said the government is also taking effective steps to overcome power shortages.
He said that Expo Pakistan-2015 exhibition will improve the image of Pakistan at the internatinal level and help strengthen economy.


(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) WASHINGTON, June 28 (KUNA) -- US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and Kuwait's Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs and Acting Minister of Information Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah Al-Sabah Tuesday stressed "the need for all parties to exercise restraint to allow for productive diplomatic discussions" in the GCC, the State Department said in a readout of their meeting.
Tillerson "reaffirmed his strong support for Kuwait's efforts to mediate the dispute between Qatar and Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain, and Egypt," and "urged the parties to remain open to negotiation as the best way to resolve the dispute," the readout said. Both officials also agreed "that stopping terrorism and confronting extremism should be our shared and primary focus." (end) ys.gta
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Chairman David Cardoza has confirmed the Sky Bet League Two club has signed a ‘heads of terms’ agreement with the group, who will also buy into plans to redevelop the club’s Sixfields Stadium.
Cardoza, whose family have been owners of the club for more than 12 years, said: “Heads of terms have been signed for new owners who will also become involved in the redevelopment of Sixfields and the land surrounding the stadium.
“This deal will be a very positive move for the football club and its future. This is exciting news for the club, its staff and the people of Northampton and it will bring significant investment into Northampton.”
Mr Cardoza said that further information will be announced at an appropriate time in the future.
He added: “We would like to thank fans for their patience while due process takes its course and we will issue further updates as soon as we are able.”


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Ontario was leading the country in job creation before the pandemic, he said, adding that “we’re going to continue (on) that path… in a laser-focused way.”
He acknowledged that renewed and extended lockdowns — now province-wide for all non-essential businesses — are painful for the affected firms. But he said the province has been taking advice from public health and medical experts when making such decisions, and is providing millions of dollars in support to businesses including grants and relief on property taxes and energy bills as a “bridge to the other side” of the pandemic.
“Our decisions are very much driven by the health and safety and the guidance that we’re getting from the experts,” he said, adding that his government is also “very mindful of the difficult environment that many families and workers and businesses across the province have to face.”
He said he believes businesses and workers in the province will prove to be “resilient” as his government unfurls more than $15 billion in supports over the next three years, as announced in November’s budget.
Bethlenfalvy added that the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines — though criticized by some as being too slow as cases, hospitalizations and deaths continue to climb — should provide a “no pun intended, shot in the arm” to public health and ultimately the economy.
“I’m very optimistic about not only the rollout but getting this economy back on its feet and stronger than before, both from a health point of view and from a business point of view — those things are linked,” he said. “I think there’s hope.”


HYDERABAD: Oustees living in Vemulaghat and Pallepahad villages, which will be submerged under the Mallanna Sagar project, allege that officials have not been heeding to the court orders and are demolishing houses which have been vacated. The officials are also forcing those who have not vacated yet to move out, the oustees claim.
Many of the villagers have already filed a case in the court alleging that dust was flooding their homes due to the demolition of houses. Ashok, an oustee, said that public representatives had been sending JCBs to demolish houses, and it had led to the closure of roads between Etigadda Kishtapur and Vemulaghat. The height of the embankment is increasing by the day, making it impossible for people to even get out on two-wheelers, he added. He also alleged that the authorities were discriminating against the farmers, who had approached the court seeking a fair compensation. Ashok said that a majority of the villagers, who had not shifted to the Rehabilitation and Resettlement Colony at Musharajpally village, were the ones who had approached the court.
Responding to the issue, Siddipet RDO K Ananthareddy said that they had not done anything to disobey the court order. Only those who have received full compensation have moved out, and their houses are being demolished, he said. He added that officials were not trying to demolish anyone’s house, not even of those who had filed cases in court. Ananthareddy said that some of the oustees were demolishing their houses and taking away whatever items they need.


(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) TEHRAN, Sept 22 (KUNA) -- Iran on Friday unveiled a new ballistic missile with range of 2,000 km (1,200 miles), capable of carrying several warheads, according to the state television.
It quoted head of the Revolutionary Guards' aerospace division, Amirali Hajizadeh, while speaking on the sidelines of a military parade in Tehran as saying that the missile has been designed and manufactured by the Iranian Defense Ministry.(end).
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"On Saturday evening, the Mietus [Burbot] ship sank. It makes commercial voyages and brings people to fishing places," Goetsk told reporters, noting that the cause of the incident was unknown.
All the people who had been on board were rescued by the Danish authorities. Two helicopters and three vessels took part in the rescue operation, according to the spokesman.
One person was injured in the incident and was subsequently hospitalized.


Turkish Airlines' Chairman of the Board of Directors resigns
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BAKU, Azerbaijan, Jan. 27
Turkish Airlines Chairman of the Board of Directors and of the Executive Committee Ilker Ayci has resigned from his position, Trend reports with reference to the Turkish media outlets.
His position was taken by Ahmet Bolat, who previously served in Turkish Airlines as Deputy Director for Investment and Technology.
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Wire service Reuters has cut its travel and expense budget by 30 percent in an attempt to cut costs, according to a story in the Guardian.
Ben Dowell wrote, “The chief executive, Tom Glocer, has imposed 30% cuts to travel and entertainment budgets on the global news organisation’s 15,300 staff.
“The news was delivered to staff in an intranet posting in which Mr Glocer said that ‘tough measures’ were needed to achieve ‘greatness’. He also said that the amount of travel by Reuters staff denied opportunities to local journalists in foreign countries.
“‘We hold far more meetings and spend way more money on travel and entertainment than comparable companies,’ he wrote, announcing the budget cuts and a ‘major reduction in the number of international assignments over the next two years’.
“Mr Glocer said that the travel restrictions presented a ‘big savings opportunity’ and that the company was also ‘looking to invest in new video-conferencing technology to make it easier to skip the trip’.”
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14 passengers were picked out and forcibly offloaded from their bus on Thursday and then shot dead by unidentified assailants on the Makran Coastal Highway in Ormara, Balochistan.During a press conference in Islamabad, Qureshi was curious to know about the incident that what why did it happen? He also said that the whole country was “angry and upset” over the incident. “Pakistan expected both Iran and Afghanistan to take action against the terrorist groups behind the Ormara massacre”, Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi said.He said that the location has also been tracked. Qureshi said Pakistan with the help of Kabul was working towards establishing peace and stability.He also shared about the forensic evidence that could be shared to trace these “criminals”. “They’re criminals for what they have done,” Qureshi also stated.Qureshi, also stated that Zarif also fated the incident and said, “It was not just an attack on Pakistan” and he is ready to cooperate with Pakistan to help in finding terrorists. Zarif also said that there would be a chance for further conversations to be discussed with the Imran Khan about the incident after his arrival to Iran.On the invitation of the President of Iran, Hassan Rouhani, Imran Khan is ready for the two days visit to Iran on Sunday. Qureshi shared six steps in the Press Conference that were already taken, in order to make it a “border of peace” and to ensure stability.A new command has been formed to create ease in vigilance and prompt action. The command will be headquartered in Turbat and has been formed so that the border can be manned more effectively than previously.A new Frontier Corps has been raised so that the border can be managed better than before.Based on the consultations between Iran and Pakistan, Qureshi said that joint border centres are being established.According to the foreign minister, it has been decided that the border with Iran will be fenced the way the Pak-Afghan border was being fenced. Qureshi added that the process has started and is being started from the most frequently exploited points.Qureshi said that it was decided that border patrolling exercises would be synchronised.Heli-surveillance would be done between the two countries to prevent further incidents.Qureshi while speaking to Zarif added that he is aware of the incident happened in Iran and Pakistan is going to help them and will not disappoint them at any cost.“We also expect that our brother and friend will take visible action,” Qureshi said. Moreover, he added that Pakistan after seeing all this terrorism would definitely eliminate it.


Dutch greenhouses signs deal in Oman
(MENAFN) GlassPoint Solar has chosen Dutch-based greenhouse builder Kubo Group to deliver high-tech greenhouses for Miraah project.
The Miraah project is one of the world's largest solar plants being built along with Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) in the southern part of Oman.
In detail, Kubo, acclaimed for its cutting-edge greenhouse technology, will provide custom-designed greenhouses covering a staggering 190-hectare desert expanse.
Equipped with deck wash robots and overpressure and filtration systems, the structures represent an integral part of GlassPoint Solar's award-winning technology.
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September 6, 2015
Denying reports that there were conflicts between Tamil Nadu and Kerala over water-sharing issues, the Kerala Chief Minister, Oomen Chandy, told reporters that they “will release water, as required.” “Even if a new dam is built, we will continue to give the usual quantity of water, since Tamil Nadu required water for five districts,” he said.
Explaining the need to construct a new dam, the chief minister said that they were concerned about the safety of the 117-year-old dam. Chandy had come to Coimbatore to attend the Onam celebrations organized by the Kairali Cultural Association.
Chandy also denied the allegations made by the Tamil Nadu Minister of Agriculture, Vaithilingam, that cardamoms from Kerala have more pesticide.


Most Thais more conscious about eating habits amid Covid-19 crisis: poll
The majority of respondents to a Suan Dusit Poll survey said they were concerned about food during the Covid-19 era. The survey "Thai foods in the Covid-19 era" was conducted between April 26 and 29 on 1,192 samples nationwide.
Asked about their concerns related to foods before and after the Covid-19 outbreak:
70.94 per cent said they paid more attention now;
26.00 per cent said they paid as much now as they did before the outbreak;
3.06 per cent said they paid less attention now.
Asked about changes to their eating practices during the Covid-19 era (multiple choice):
75.81 per cent said they cooked food at home;
71.70 per cent said they paid attention to food cleanliness;
59.99 per cent said they chose foods that were good for health;
56.22 per cent said they paid attention to food containers;
49.86 per cent said they chose foods that could protect them from Covid-19.
When asked if they believed that certain foods could protect them from Covid-19:
47.53 per cent said they believed;
37.90 per cent said they were not sure;
14.57 per cent said they did not.
When asked what foods could protect people from Covid-19 (multiple choice):
55.09 per cent said foods with herbs;
50.63 per cent said "pad krapao" (stir-fried basil);
48.95 per cent said foods with ginger;
42.56 per cent said "tom yam" (spicy soup);
32.30 per cent said "kaeng zom marum" (sour curry with drumstick).
Asked about the respondents' favourite foods during the Covid-19 era (multiple choice):
32.23 per cent said "pad krapao" (stir-fried basil);
24.91 per cent said "tom yam" (spicy soup);
21.60 per cent said "pad pak" (stir-fried vegetables);
17.60 per cent said "nam prik" (spicy chili sauce);
12.89 per cent said egg recipes.
Asked about their expenditure on foods during the Covid-19 era:
39.42 per cent said they spent more than before the pandemic;
36.69 per cent said they spent the same amount;
23.89 per cent said their expenses had decreased.
Respondents' expense on foods amid the Covid-19 crisis was on average around THB226.74 per day.
Bangkokians averaged THB268.04 per day and people in other provinces THB207.04 per day


Indonesia to help smaller companies with loans
Finance Minister Bambang Brodjonegoro said that the loans will be given by the state-owned export financing agency, also known as Indonesian Exim Bank.
"They must be labor-intensiveand cannot cut their staff (after they get the loan)," Mr. Brodjonegoro said.
The policy will be part of the next economic package that the government will unveil in the near future.
The minister said the government will also announce its plan to reduce domestic natural gas prices, to help companies in the country that rely on the fuel to reduce costs. ■


(MENAFN- Colombo Gazette) Sri Lanka experienced an islandwide blackout, Saturday, which lasted for several hours.
The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) said that the blackout was caused by a breakdown in a transmission line.
According to the CEB, a breakdown on the Kotmale – Biyagama transmission line caused the islandwide blackout.
The electricity supply was restored in most areas by late last night.
The blackout resulted in streetlights and traffic lights not functioning and key operations in the country coming to a standstill.
The Police were deployed to ensure law and order was maintained during the blackout. (Colombo Gazette)
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KARACHI:Sindh Minister for Human Settlements and Special Development Ghulam Murtaza Baloch has said that
special measures are being taken to improve essential civic facilities to Katchiabadies (slums) across Sindh.
The infrastructure development schemes were being executed in the slums in Mirpurkhas, Thatta, Shaheed Benazirabad, N. Feroze and Karachi, said the Minister while presiding over a meeting here in his office on Wednesday.
Secretary Human Settlements and Special Development Baqa Ullah Unar and other officers also attended the meeting.
The participants of meeting were briefed that provision of sewerage system, drains and other basic facilities were being improved in number of unplanned settlements.
The meeting was further informed that in lease money Rs 63.488 millions were recovered while the Government grant was Rs 130 millions.
Addressing the meeting Ghulam Murtaza Baloch asked the officers concerned to improve revenue receipts and pay attention towards the issue.
He said that Sindh government was trying to improve infrastructure in Katchiabadies so that people might live a
He assured them that the shortage of the staff would be meted out on priority basis and other issues of staff would also be resolved.


New Delhi, Nov 23 (IANS) IndiGo CarGo operated its first international flight between Kolkata and Yangon, Myanmar.
The A321 P2F freighter aircraft on Tuesday carried general cargo with a payload of more than 19,000 kg.
The freighter had recently carried cargo between Delhi and Mumbai.
Mahesh Malik, Chief Commercial Officer, IndiGo CarGo, said: 'We are thrilled to expand IndiGo CarGo operations to international shores with its flight between Kolkata-Yangon. Both the cities are major commercial hubs, and freighter service between them will bolster the supply chain between India and Myanmar. We anticipate that the business will expand over the next few months as we expand our freighter fleet and add new destinations to our CarGo network.'
The A321P2F (Passenger-to-Freighter conversion) is the most efficient narrow-bodied freighter available, offering 24 container positions and supporting a payload of up to 27 tonnes.
The aircraft are being converted through a programme involving ST Engineering and Airbus with their joint venture, Elbe FlugzeugWerke (EFW).
IndiGo has leased the aircraft from funds serviced by Castlelake Aviation Holdings (Ireland) Limited, part of a global alternative investment firm with 17 years of tenure investing in, financing, and managing aviation assets.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) Units of the Ukrainian anti-aircraft missile forces went for training to master SAMP/T Mamba air defense systems which will be supplied by France and Italy.
'I sincerely thank the governments of France and Italy for the decision to provide SAMP/T Mamba air defense systems to protect Ukraine from Russian missile terror and strengthen the country's air defense capabilities. I immediately ordered to send the necessary number of units of anti-aircraft missile forces for training. And they are already on their way,' Air Force Commander, Lieutenant General Mykola Oleschuk said, the press service of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine posted on telegram .
'We are looking forward to our specialists' return in the spring as they will come back to Ukraine not empty-handed, but with knowledge, skills, and SAMP/T Mamba systems themselves,' the commander added.
As reported, France and Italy will deliver MAMBA medium-range air defense system in the spring to help Ukraine defend itself against Russian drone, missile, and aircraft attacks.
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Emergency crews have been called out to the scene of an accident which left one car overturned on its roof.
Two people are being treated for minor injuries at the scene of the accident, which took place on Leek Road, Wetley Rocks.
Eye-witnesses have told The Sentinel there were children in the vehicle which ended up on its roof.
A spokesman for Staffordshire Police said: “We received a call at 6.45pm that a car had overturned onto its roof. However, another four other vehicles were involved. Only two persons have minor injuries.”
Emergency crews remain at the scene.
More information as we get it.


Watch: How Motorists Are Caught Not Wearing Seatbelt While Driving In Sharjah
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Published: Fri 29 Sep 2023, 10:55 PM
The Sharjah Police has put out a video showcasing how motorists are caught violating seat belt laws in the emirate.
The video shared on Instagram shows how motorists not wearing their seat belt while driving are caught by the camera and radars.
Watch the video here:
The penalty for not wearing a seat belt in the UAE is a Dh400 fine and 4 black points .
Motorists have been advised to adhere to road laws, ensuring the driver as well as others safety.
Up to Dh50,000 fine: Dubai Police seize 36 vehicles in 2 days for serious traffic violations
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The commission said that charities were not fulfilling their responsibilities in providing humanitar
The commission said that charities were not fulfilling their responsibilities in providing humanitarian assistance
The National Disaster Risk Management Commission (NDRMC) has said that charities are not fulfilling their responsibilities in providing humanitarian assistance. He said the government is working to ensure that the companies play a major role in providing support.
The commission's director of public relations, Debebe Zewde, told Addis Zemen that many people have been displaced due to conflicts and other problems in different parts of the country. The National Disaster Risk Management Commission (NDRMC) is working with sectors and aid agencies to provide humanitarian assistance to these groups. He is working to increase the role of the organizations, especially in the Tigray region.
According to Debebe, the government has contributed 70 percent to alleviate the humanitarian crisis in the region and humanitarian organizations have been active in the remaining 30 percent. But now that the demand for companies is growing, the government is working to increase its role.
The aid they provide has been made available to the community through the Tigray Development Association. So far, 4.1 million beneficiaries have received 8,450,250 quintals of food grains. He said the estimated value is 1.94 billion birr.


POLICE officers in parts of Derbyshire can follow their local officers on Twitter now after 13 Safer Neighbourhood team accounts have been launched.
Constables and PCSOs from Chesterfield and Staveley are among the ones who will be tweeting.
They will share details of their daily patrols, operations they take part in and offer crime prevention advice.
The officers will also make appeals for information about local crimes.
Derbyshire Police launched their Twitter site in the summer of 2009 and uses it to share news, appeals and information with followers.
To date, the force has more than 13,200 followers but this is the first time neighbourhood officers in the county have held accounts.
Force web manager Ben Sherwin said: “We asked teams to volunteer to take part in this pilot and if it’s successful, other Safer Neighbourhood officers elsewhere in the county will be given the chance to have their own Twitter accounts.
“The fact that so many people now follow us on Twitter shows how popular it has become and we hope that people will take the opportunity to follow their local team.”


Post-bushfire communities need GPs now more than ever
The bushfire recovery effort has already begun. The devastating effects will be felt for many years to come.
The governments — state and federal — will need to work together to make sure they support and sustain health services in these rural and remote communities as they rebuild.
Extra government funding has seen $76 million pledged for assistance with mental


UN: +2,000 refugees at Belarusian-Polish frontier
(MENAFN) In accordance to the UN’s immigration group, more than 2,000 refugees and immigrants gathered at the Belarusian-Polish frontier and almost 7,000 are in Belarus now.
In line with Antonio Vitorino, manager general of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) “Together with UNHCR and partners, our priority is the safety of these stranded migrants, upholding their human rights and preventing more deaths as temperatures remain well below freezing.”
“We are committed to providing humanitarian assistance and working with authorities on both sides of the border, and those who wish to return voluntarily will be helped by IOM to do so in a safe and dignified way.”
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UEFA, on Thursday (December 9) confirmed that Tottenham Hostspur’s Europa Conference League match against Rennes has been called off after a COVID-19 outbreak at the Premier League club.
On Wednesday (December 8), 8 players and five staff members from Tottenham Hotspur had tested positive for COVID-19.
“Eight players and five members of staff (have tested positive), but the problem is that everyday we`re having people with COVID-19,” Conte had told reporters ahead of Thursday`s game.
Rennes had said that they wanted to play the contest and said that the decision to call of the game had been taken by Tottenham alone. However. UEFA told Sky Sports that was the fixture was called off.


The Saint Lucia government has bought new mattresses for Bordelais Correctional Facility (BCF) inmates to improve the prison and address its concerns.
Home Affairs Minister Dr. Virginia Albert-Poyotte said the government bought about 100 mattresses.
“In recent time because we have been combatting the crime, a lot of persons have been brought in which has increased the number of inmates,” Albert-Poyotte explained.
“So we have now to build additional beds and these beds – one of the beds costs about eleven thousand dollars – a bunk bed that will house about three inmates,” the Babonneau MP told reporters Thursday.
She explained that the government was investing heavily in the BCF to improve the environment and make things better for inmates and staff.
The Minister said there had been ‘great strides’ since she inherited the Home Affairs portfolio.
But she acknowledged that people might not be satisfied with the pace.
However, Albert-Poyotte disclosed that this year, the government had spent over ten million dollars in additional funding for the BCF.
Part of the money is paying for re-fencing, which has already started.
“We have improved the security. We have given the Correctional Officers some skills allowance that they were asking for over time,” Albert-Poyotte told reporters.
She explained that improving security included the provision of cameras, locks, and other items.
The Minister also recalled there were mold issues in the BCF administrative block.
“That has been addressed,” she revealed.
“We have been trying our best to help the situation,” Albert-Poyotte noted.
Nevertheless, she said it would be cheaper and more beneficial to Saint Lucia if people obeyed the law and continued to contribute to national development.
The Minister observed that it it a huge cost to the government to keep people who have violated the law behind bars.


(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) ASTANA, Kazakhstan, April 1. Kazakhstan'sformer prime minister Alikhan Smailov has been appointed chairmanof the country's Supreme Audit Chamber, Trend reports.
The relevant decree was signed by the President of KazakhstanKassym-Jomart Tokayev.
Earlier, Natalya Godunova was relieved of the above post byTokayev's decree.
To note, the Supreme Audit Chamber of Kazakhstan carries outexternal state audit and financial control and is directlysubordinate and accountable to the president of the country.
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(MENAFN- Iraq Business News)
By John Lee.
Iraq's Minister of Electricity has held discussions with a delegation from the Emirati company AMEA Power , which specialises in renewable energies.
During the meeting, they reviewed the current status of Iraq's electrical system and the government's efforts to enhance service quality and reliability through strategic projects.
The Minister welcomed Emirati companies interested in operating in Iraq and investing in the electricity sector. He reiterated the government's commitment to providing support and facilities for Arab and foreign companies interested in investing in Iraq.
Both parties agreed to continue meetings and to sign a memorandum of understanding in the near future to strengthen cooperation between the Republic of Iraq and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the field of energy and the development of electrical infrastructure.
(Source: Ministry of Electricity)
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Falling ice boulders killed two climbers and hurt nine more on a
peak in southwestern Switzerland on Friday, prompting a major
rescue operation, police said, Trend reports citing Reuters.
Several chunks of ice fell off the Grand Combin mountain in the
Val de Bagnes region of Valais canton, pummelling the climbers
Seven rescue helicopters scrambled to the site, evacuating
others of the 17 climbers who were at the scene in various
The two who died were a 40-year-old French national and a
65-year-old Spaniard, police said. Two of the nine hurt sustained
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(MENAFN- Gulf Times)
HE Minister of Commerce and Industry Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Qassim Al-Thani met Wednesday with the Minister of Power and Energy of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka Kanchana Wijesekera, who is visiting the country.
During the meeting, they reviewed issues of common interest aimed at strengthening cooperation between the two countries in the trade, investment and industry sectors.
Also, HE Sheikh Mohammed highlighted the successful economic policies established by Qatar to support the private sector. He clarified the incentives, legislation and promising opportunities available in the country aimed at encouraging investors, businessmen and owners of companies to invest in Qatar.
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New Brunswick Health Council report finds ongoing problems
The health council says government spending on health care has risen from $7.82 billion to $8.26 billion
The New Brunswick Health Council has some grim news for the province in its latest report on sustainability.
The report found New Brunswick's health status to be worse than the national average when it comes to chronic diseases and obesity. The province also underperforms when it comes to service, resulting in longer hospitalizations and more trips to the emergency room.
The health council says government spending on health care has risen from $7.82 billion to $8.26 billion.
"We have many issues we need to fix," said Stephane Robichaud, the CEO of the Health Council. "We have one of the highest rates of hospitalizations for many conditions in the country so is that sustainable? It's not acceptable."
Not just up to the government
The report also pointed out New Brunswick exceeds the national average when it comes to spending on human resources.
Robichaud said the province is not providing the level of care citizens expect and should be doing better.
Gabriela Tymowski, an associate professor of kinesiology at the University of New Brunswick said it's not just up to the government — people also need to take responsibility for their health.
"Unfortunately, if we look at the rates of obesity and rates of chronic illness, particularly sedentary lifestyle, we see that many people are in positions to make better choices and just simply aren't," she said.
The health council is calling for better planning and providing more consistent service across the province.


Karachi: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Sindh President Sardar Nadir Akmal Khan Laghari said that the protest and rallies for Mohajir provinces clearly shows that this is all done by the Government and its supporters. He said the movement for Mohajir province is been supported by the foreign country men.
He said that PPP who has taken the mandated from the Sindh is now busy in partitioning the province. He further said that the making of provinces on the bases of racism is not in the interest of Pakistan.
USA and UK wants to take the control of the Karachi. He said that the PTI will fail all the conspiracy against the country. He was addressing to the party members of Sindh in PTI Sindh secretariat. He said that the partitioning of Sindh will be regarded as the partition of Pakistan.


(MENAFN- Trend News Agency)
BAKU, Azerbaijan, November 29. Spain seeks to
help Azerbaijan achieve 30 percentage of renewable energy by 2030,
Spanish Charge d'Affaires a.i. in Azerbaijan Patricia Serrano
Sanchez said at the 'Green Corridor and Renewable Energy' event in
Baku on November 29, trend reports.
'The renewable energy development has a crucial place in
Azerbaijan's energy policy. We plan to support this policy through
our Elecnor company's project,' she noted.
Azerbaijan Investment Company OJSC, Caspian Hydrogen Development
Group (HDG) LLC and the Spanish Elecnor company, making a specialty
of renewables, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on
the Garadagh Wind Power Plant project.
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Werder Bremen wins first point
Werder Bremen managed to win their first point in the match against Berlin during the weekend.
This was the first point that the team has managed to win since the start of the season and fans will be hoping that the team will continue on the same path.
It has been a tough start to the season for Werder Bremen as they have struggled to replicate the form of last season. However there are signs that the team is recovering and that they should be able to win games in the future.
The Werder Bremen coach said that he is quite relieved at the moment as pressure has been mounting on him to win games. He said that the players were ready for the fight and that they have shown in the match against Hertha Berlin that they could perform at a high level.
He said that the players are responding well in training and that they are following his instructions. He said that there is still a lot of work to do but he is confident that his team will be able to climb up the table very soon.
The Werder Bremen coach said that the new players need some time to adapt and he is sure that when this happen they should be able to cope with the best teams in the league. He said that Werder Bremen is an ambitious team and that they have a project in place.
He has asked fans to remain behind the team as there are a lot to come during the season. He said that the players want to win games and that once they start winning they will begin to have more confidence. He is looking forward to the next game and will be hoping that they could get another positive result again.


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Gaza: The Israeli Occupation forces attacked the Indonesian Hospital, north of Gaza City, at dawn Monday.
Palestinian news agency (WAFA) reported that the occupation army fired live ammunition directly at the Indonesian Hospital which was crowded with wounded, while its artillery shelled violently the area around the hospital, leaving a number of Palestinians injured. Atleast eight people killed inside the hospital complex.
Staff at the hospital appealed for urgent help from UN and Red Cross as they told Al Jazeera that the hospital was targeted overnight without prior warning.
The main operation room inside the Indonesian Hospital has been damaged and is no longer available for surgeries, a source inside the hospital told Al Jazeera.
Israeli tank shells also hit the nearby Kuwaiti school where hundreds of families have been sheltering.
The occupation forces also shelled the vicinity of Al-Awda Hospital in northern Gaza Strip.
The number of martyrs in the last Israeli raids in northern Gaza Strip remains unclear amidst inability of medical civil defense crews to reach the bombed areas, and communications and Internet outages.
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Tesla sees peak profit, income October-December 2022
(MENAFN) US-based electric carmaker Tesla stated on Wednesday that it reached peak profit and income in the October-December period of last year.
Its overall incomes jumped to USD24.3 billion in the fourth quarter, increasing 37 percent from USD17.7 billion in the same time span of the last year.
Net profit attributable to joint shareholders climbed nearly 59 percent to around USD3.7 billion from USD2.3 billion throughout the timespan, as shown by its economic outcomes announcement.
For the entire year of 2022, overall revenues jumped to USD81.5 billion for a 51 percent earn from USD53.8 billion the last year, whereas net income climbed 128 percent to reach USD12.5 billion from USD5.5 billion in the year before (2021).
The firm stated that the October-December period of last year was "another record-braking quarter and 2022 was another record-breaking year. In the last quarter, we achieved the highest-ever quarterly revenue, operating income and net income in our history."
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Residents of a community in Surulere have expressed concern after they received a letter from the dreaded robbery gang, popularly known as “1 Million Boys”, to inform them that they will be paying a visit to their neighbourhood.
In the letter which has now been circulated online, the robbery gang that has been terrorizing several areas in Lagos and Ogun State since the Coronavirus lockdown was enforced, asked residents to cooperate with them when they come to their neighbourhood.
They also warned that a failure to cooperate will have deadly consequences.
Surulere residents have taken to various social media platform to call on the authorities to intervene.
Below is the letter and also some Twitter reactions to it.


Tribune news service
Jalandhar, December 16
Members of the B.Ed Front, Punjab, said Thursday that they will vote against the state government if their “anti-worker” policies continue in the same way.
Ravinder Singh, district president of Jalandhar B.Ed Front, Punjab, said the anti-labor face of the Punjab government is coming to the fore every day, under which government employee allowances are being cut by the government.
Front members condemned cuts in rural workers’ allowances. They said the new example of the government’s anti-labor policies is the cut in rural allowances for government employees. They said that 70 percent of the staff are involved in development work in villages. They said that as a result, village or rural works will be stopped or affected by the decision of the state government. Ravinder Singh said: “It is unjust with government officials of the state to cut the rural allowance. Apart from that, 37 other allowances were discontinued by workers, ie border area, ACP allowance, etc. “
He said the government had also failed to implement the wages commission report. They also said the Punjab government refused to pay arrears on DA rates. They said Congress also promised to reintroduce the old pension system after the Punjab government was formed before the elections. They said government officials would vote against the government for Finance Minister Manpreet Singh Badal’s anti-labor policies.


KARACHI: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has been assigned an investigation into the embezzlement of the aid money being given to the flood victims under the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP).
This was stated by Federal Minister for Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety Shazia Atta Marri on Tuesday at a press conference held on the premises of the Sindh Assembly.
“As many as 48 cases had been registered in Sindh on the complaints of deduction from the aid money being given to the flood-affected people under the BISP,” she said, adding that a number of people involved in the racket had also been arrested.
Ms Marri also said that since disbursement of money was done through biometric system, there was also a risk of cybercrime, so the matter was referred to the FIA after receiving eight to 10 complaints.
Says 48 cases registered; Rs25.49bn distributed among 1.12m families
“With the help of the FIA, the persons who made illegal deductions have been arrested and the aid money has also been recovered from them,” she said.
She said the flood victims complained that the BISP officials or agents involved in cash transfer were deducting Rs3,000 as service charges, which was criminal.
The federal minister said that besides the deduction of Rs3,000 as service charges, crooks were also reported to have been swindling money out of the flood victims through auto withdrawal by using their biometric identity.
She said that an investigation was under way to ascertain how the culprits managed to obtained thumb impressions of the flood victim to embezzle the aid money through auto withdrawal.
Shazia Marri said that illegal deductions from the aid amount of Rs25,000 being given to flood victims through the BISP would not be tolerated and a zero tolerance policy had been adopted on that from the very beginning.
She said the recent rains and floods had caused widespread destruction in the country, severely affecting parts of Sindh, Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab.
Minister Marri said 33 million people had been displaced by the floods and the number of the flood victims was more than the population of many countries. “No country can escape from the ravages of the climate change, but the sad thing is that the countries which do not participate in the climate change have suffered a lot,” she added.
She said the climate change had left a devastating impact on Pakistan. “Pakistan contributes less than one per cent of carbon emissions and since the rich and developed countries are responsible for such emissions, they should step forward and help the flood victims,” she demanded.
Ms Marri said the sufferings of the flood victims were more than imagined and added that the attention of the world had finally turned towards Pakistan to help the victims. “International organisations, including the United Nations, World Bank, Asian Development Bank, World Food Programme and other bodies have given full support and aid to the people affected by the floods,” she said.
The federal minister said the federal government was doing everything possible to help the affected people, but the floods were so massive that it was difficult for any government to control such a disaster. “Rehabilitating the victims in their homes is the main priority of the government,” she added.
Ms Marri said the victims were first aided through the BISP in the country. “Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced Rs25,000 per family of the flood victims, which was initiated on Aug 19 in Balochistan,” she said, adding that later the relief money was distributed among the victims through the BISP in Sindh, KP and Punjab.
She said that so far Rs25.49 billion had been distributed among more than 1.12 million families.
Published in Dawn, September 21st, 2022


PM Modi lauds Nari Shakti Puraskar winners
The Prime Minister, who met and interacted with the recipients, said the awardees have devoted their lives, on a mission to serve others.
He said their contribution extends far beyond those who benefited from their efforts, and serves as inspiration for the society.
During the interaction, where Women and Child Development Minister Maneka Gandhi, was present, the PM mentioned that the nation is celebrating the 150th anniversary of Sister Nivedita, who was an embodiment of selfless service.
The Prime Minister spoke of “Seva Paramo Dharma” as being an integral part of the culture. He said that efforts to serve society have been a part of the Indian ethos, and are reflected in initiatives such as Dharamshalas, Gaushalas, and even education initiatives that were visible across the country.


Premier Li Keqiang pledged on Nov 21 that China will continue its participation in a global campaign for health promotion and provide healthcare to other developing countries.
China has actively endorsed and promoted global cooperation in health, and met its international responsibilities, the Premier said when delivering a keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the 9th Global Conference on Health Promotion in Shanghai.
Over more than five decades, China has dispatched more than 20,000 medical staff to 67 countries and regions, he said. As a result, more than 260 million people around the world have received medical treatment.
After the outburst of the Ebola epidemic in West Africa, China rapidly sent more than 1,200 medical staff and public health experts to fight the disease in the region, contributing to the efforts that have overcome the epidemic, Premier Li said.
“We will continue to actively participate in global health promotion and provide help to other developing countries within our capacity,” he added.


Saudi- Muslim World League welcomes truce between Afghan government, Taliban
(MENAFN- Saudi Press Agency)
Makkah, Shawwal 07, 1439, June 21, 2018, SPA -- Muslim World League hailed the wise decision reached between the Afghan government and the Taliban through the signing of a truce between them.
The praise came in a statement issued by its Secretary General Sheikh Dr. Mohammed bin Abdul Karim Al-Issa.
The MWL also hailed the statement issued by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud in this regard.
00:42 LOCAL TIME 21:42 GMT
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and Prime Minister of North Macedonia Dimitar Kovachevski discussed the risks of escalation at the front, defense cooperation, and deepening bilateral relations between the countries.
“I had a substantive conversation with Prime Minister of North Macedonia Dimitar Kovachevski at the beginning of North Macedonia's OSCE Chairpersonship. We discussed the risks of escalation at the front, further defense cooperation and deepening of bilateral relations between our countries,” Zelensky posted on twitter .
On January 1, 2023, North Macedonia took over the chairmanship of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE). Minister of Foreign Affairs of North Macedonia Bujar Osmani became the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office.
Ukraine called on the OSCE to demonstrate leadership and support President Volodymyr Zelensky's initiative to convene the Global Peace Summit.
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Mumbai, June 26 (IANS) Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari returned to Raj Bhavan after conquering a Covid-19 infection for four days, here on Sunday.
Koshyari, 80, was discharged from the Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital in south Mumbai where he was admitted on July 22.
Appearing cheerful as he was welcomed by the Raj Bhavan staff, the Governor said he was feeling 'perfectly fine' now - as he prepares to grapple the huge political crisis engulfing the Maha Vikas Aghadi government.
'I got discharged from the hospital after four days. I am perfectly fine now. However, I have been advised to rest for a couple of days more. I would like to thank all my well-wishers,' tweeted Koshyari.
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UAE weather: Partly cloudy forecast for Thursday
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Thu 2 Dec 2021, 6:52 AM
The weather in UAE will be partly cloudy and humid on Thursday, according to the national Met department (NCM).
The weather forecast for today is fair to partly cloudy in general. Clouds will appear eastward by afternoon.
It will get humid by night and Friday morning with a probability of mist formation over some coastal areas.
Light to moderate winds. Sea will be slight in the Arabian Gulf and Oman Sea.
The low pressure will move towards the East, away from the country, so the weather will become stable and mild in general.
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It’s been nearly a year since the first results of a study into the impact of organic food on the immune system came in, and the results are still not in yet.
The results of the study were released on Tuesday, but the news wasn’t really good.
The study found that people who ate organic food were less likely to develop antibodies against common bacteria than those who didn’t.
It was also found that those who ate the most organic food in their diets were less prone to develop allergy symptoms and that the number of symptoms decreased in people who were more likely to consume more organic food.
It’s not entirely clear how much organic food is beneficial to the immune systems, but it’s certainly a good start.


The first wave of survivors at Mount Auburn Hospital in Augusta, Ga., have arrived.
The survivors have received first aid kits and medical supplies, and they will be allowed to see their families on Monday.
The explosion at the Virginia Hospital killed 26 people and wounded scores more.
“We are going to be here for them,” said a nurse who was one of the first survivors to arrive at the hospital on Sunday.
More than 60,000 people have been displaced by the explosion.
It was the second deadliest single-day disaster in the United States.
An estimated $100 million has been set aside for the reconstruction of the hospital.
Officials said Sunday that the state is preparing to open a new emergency room and that the governor would visit the scene of the explosion on Monday to assess the damage.
Authorities have said the building was designed to withstand a catastrophic collapse, but the new emergency rooms will be much smaller.


Primary elections to be held Aug. 14
Wadena area voters will go to the polls for Tuesday's primary elections, deciding which candidates for county, state and federal offices will advance to the Nov. 6 general election.
Rosalie Miller, Wadena County election coordinator, said there is some confusion about the primary election process.
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Courtroom audience in a case in which Gaborone tycoon Robert Masitara was facing rape charges could not restrain themselves and ululated in the Village Magistrate Court on Friday when Extension Two Principal Magistrate, Barnabas Nyamazabo, acquitted and discharged Masitara.
The visibly happy audience clapped welcoming the verdict. Discharging and acquitting Masitara, the Magistrate said that there were a lot of inconsistencies in the prosecution’s case on different fronts.
Besides that, he said that the State had failed to prove that indeed intercourse had taken place in that all the forensic experts who gave evidence in the case failed to detect any semen on the clothes on which they had conducted their tests.
Nyamazabo further said that the accused person had come out as a more reliable witness as compared to the complainant.
The prosecution witnesses, he said, did not help the state case as there were a lot of inconsistencies in their statements.
On whether intercourse did take place, Nyamazabo said there was also no evidence on that because examinations by a doctor proved that there was no semen inside the complainant as could have been expected in such a case.
Nyamazabo also said that it was very surprising that, after the alleged rape, the complainant had not gone to the reception to report the incident but chose to go home to Taung location driven by the accused.
He also said that she had passed by the Central Police Station where she could have reported the matter. The two, he said, even had discussions on the way to Taung.
After the verdict was read, Masitara, who was visibly happy, first hugged his wife who he later on described as having supported him during the long trial, adding that he was sure that not many wives would have done such a thing.
”I honestly thank her for having stood by me,” he said. He thanked his lawyer, Doreen Khama, who he said was a brilliant lawyer and that he does not think any other lawyer in the country would have done what she did.
On other issues, he said that his foundation, which had been adversely affected by the case, will be back in full swing next week.
The foundation, he said, had not been functioning in the past years because the donors he worked with had stated that they wanted the case to be concluded first. He revealed that he, nevertheless, had been able to help some people during the trial. Lastly, the tycoon took a swipe at the police and accused them of having plotted against him.
Masitara said he has information that one senior police officer had instructed junior officers to nail him.


(MENAFN- Kashmir Observer)
KO File Photo: Abid Bhat
Srinagar- Jammu and Kashmir reported 823 fresh covid-19 cases while two persons succumbed to the virus during the last 24 hours, officials said on Friday.
They said that 190 cases were reported from Jammu division and 633 from Kashmir Valley, taking the overall tally to 468245. Among the cases, 172283 are from Jammu division and 295962 from Kashmir Valley.
Providing district wise details of the cases, they said, Jammu reported 118 cases, Udhampur 3, Rajouri 8, Doda 11, Kathua 6, Samba 8, Kishtwar 17, Poonch 7, Ramban 12, Reasi 0, Srinagar 212, Baramulla 159, Budgam 83, Pulwama 12, Kupwara 41, Anantnag 48, Bandipora 37, Ganderbal 9, Kulgam 31 and Shopian 1.
There were two deaths, one each from Jammu and Kashmir Valley during the time. So far 4776 people succumbed to the virus and among them include 2346 from Jammu division and 2430 from the Valley.
Besides, they said, 679 Covid-19 patients recovered during the last 24 hours—246 from Jammu division and 433 from Kashmir Valley. There are now 5133 active cases— 1426 in Jammu and 3707 in Kashmir.
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Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah said that 317 more Covid caseshad been detected in the city in the past 24 hours.
In a daily statement, the chief minister said that the novel coronavirus claimed 19 more lives in Sindh during the past 24 hours, raising the death toll due to the virus in the province to 5,183.
He added that 628 new Covid-19 cases emerged in Sindh when 13,972 tests were conducted during the past 24 hours.The chief minister said that 296,821 patients have recovered from the disease so far, including 574 during the past 24 hours.
The number of COVID-19 cases is on the decline with every passing day as the positivity rate in the country has dropped to 2.54 per cent during the past 24 hours.
According to the National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC) data, 77 more people lost their lives. The overall death toll has surged to 21,453, while 1,118 new infections surfaced when 43,900 samples were tested during this period.
The number of confirmed cases of Covid-19 climbed to 935,013 after 1,383 people tested positive for the virus.
The number of active COVID-19 cases currently stands at 44,987. 3,196 patients are in critical care in various hospitals across the country.
2,244 more people recuperated from the disease in the last 24 hours, taking the number of recovered patients to 869,691.