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Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis at the European headquarters of the United Nation in Geneva, Switzerland, Keystone / Salvatore Di Nolfi
Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis has called on the international community to deliver rapid, decisive, and well-coordinated humanitarian aid to Afghanistan.
This content was published on September 13, 2021 - 16:01 September 13, 2021 - 16:01 Keystone-SDA/ds
Cassis gave the opening remarks at Monday's United Nations donor conference for the central Asian nation that fell under control of the Islamist Taliban movement.
Switzerland's diplomacy chief urged Afghanistan's new rulers, who adhere to a hardline interpretation of Sharia (Islamic Law) to“ensure the security of humanitarian and development actors.”
Respect for human rights, particularly the protection of minorities and women and girls, must be ensured, Cassis said, adding that the gains in these areas should be protected.
Many international experts fear the Taliban will repeat the harsh rule it imposed from 1996 to 2001, a period in which Afghan girls were denied an education.
+ Switzerland boosts aid to Afghanistan
The goal of the international meeting in Geneva is to fight hunger in Afghanistan and keep public life from collapsing.
The changing face of International Geneva
Geneva, the original globalist city, remains a magnet for new organisations and initiatives, but it faces numerous challenges.
Meeting with Yemeni leader
Separately, Cassis met his counterpart from Yemen, Ahmed Awad bin Mubarak in Geneva for talks on the humanitarian situation in Yemen and the prospect of a political solution to the conflict in the Arab nation.
Cassis called for unrestricted access to the civilian population, according to a foreign ministry statement.
Conflict erupted in the poorest nation of the Arab Peninsula in 2014. The conflict pits the Saudi-backed government against the Houthi rebels, which have the support of Iran.
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Doha: Citizens and residents woke up to a rainy weather this morning as Qatar continues to receive rain in various places, including Doha.
According to the latest weather update by Qatar Meteorology Department (QMD), rain of varying intensity, thundery at times, continues to be observed in most areas of the country. Current weather may also be associated with sudden strong wind and low visibility as the Department urged everyone to take precaution.
A marine warning of thundery rain with strong wind and high sea, was also issued as QMD recommends avoiding all marine activities during this period.
Al Shehaimiya recorded the lowest temperature this morning with 15 degrees Celsius, while Doha reached 19 degrees Celsius.
Weather inshore until 6pm on Thursday will also be cloudy with rain may be thundery at times, the Department of Meteorology said in its daily weather report.
Wind inshore will be southeasterly to northeasterly at a speed of 05 to 15 knot, gusting to 30 knot during thundery rain.
Offshore, it will be southeasterly to northeasterly 10 to 20 knot gusting to 30 knot during thundery rain at times.
Visibility will be 4 to 8 or 1 kilometers or less at places during thundery rain.
Sea state inshore will be 2 to 4 feet surging to 5 feet during thundery rain. Offshore it will be 3 to 6 feet surging to 10 feet during thundery rain.
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(MENAFN- Gulf Times) After announcing the replacement of 100,000 single-use plastic shopping bags monthly with reusable branded sustainable shopping bags on Earth Day, Qatar Duty Free (QDF) is finally putting the plan into action for World's Environment Day in all Day2Day Essentials Stores at Hamad International Airport.
The sustainable cotton shopping bags are reusable at least 500 times, vegan certified, and made from lightweight and locally sourced cotton, a statement said yesterday.
QDF senior vice president Thabet Musleh, said, "We are very proud of taking the first step towards transforming our shop floor into a sustainable space on World Environment Day. Sustainability is shaping the future of travel retail. As a key player in the industry, it is our responsibility to take the lead in promoting this initiative by adopting sustainable practices.
"Our step is the first amongst many significant decisions and actions we plan to take for a more sustainable and environmental-friendly retail experience. Sustainability has not only been a strong trend and is greatly discussed within the industry; however, it is now greatly desired and supported amongst travellers and duty free customers."
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(MENAFN- AzerNews) By Aygul Salmanova
During the first 11 months of 2017, export of fruit and vegetable products increased by 34.6 percent compared to the corresponding period of 2016 and amounted to $452.7 million, Deputy Minister of Economy Sahil Babayev told Azernews.
He noted that fruits and vegetables weremainly exported to Russia, Italy, Germany, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Poland, Georgia and other countries.
'The main fruit and vegetable products exported from Azerbaijan are pure nuts, tomatoes, palm, apples, cherries, potatoes, cucumber and gherkins, onions, peaches, pomegranates, fresh grapes and so on. Regular work is being carried out to increase the export of crops, he said.
Babayev also noted that the Association of Fruit and Vegetable Producers and Exporters started its activity with the support of the Ministry of Economy and the initiative of producers and exporters of fruits and vegetables operating in the country. He added that some other associations of several different fruit and vegetable producers and exporters (palm, pomegranate, hazelnut, etc.) were established.
The deputy minister also noted that such institutions hadcontributed to the growth of organizational level of fruit and vegetable exporters, which allowed them to reduce their costs, as well as facilitate access to financial resources and export markets, which eventually led to an increase in fruit and vegetable exports.
Babayev also said thatpromotions and other support events werebeing organized in the public places of the foreign countries and in the international media. He added that in order to facilitate the export of fruits and vegetables to the foreign markets and ensure that the importing country is in favorable conditions, series actions had beencarried out.
He also noted thatnegotiations wereunderway on the preferential trade agreement, which allowedexporting a number of agricultural (mostly fruits and vegetables) products to Turkey on favorable terms. After signing this agreement, some fruit and vegetable products wouldbe exported to Turkey on favorable terms, he said.
'A wide range of fruits and vegetables are grown depending on climatic conditions in all regions of Azerbaijan. Some of these grown products are consumed in the domestic market, he said. 'The rest of these products grown in all regions are exported to different countries. Vegetables are mainly grown in Shamkir, Khachmaz, Lankaran, Bilasuvar, Masalli, Absheron, and fruits in Guba, Khachmaz, Goychay, Astara, Zagatala and other administrative regions.
The volume of the exported fruits and vegetables in 2016 amounted to $372.8 million, and in the first half of 2017 - $452.7 million, according to the State Statistics Committee of Azerbaijan.
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(MENAFN- 3BL) Originally published in Maximus' 2023 diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) Report.
Our 2023 DE&I goals have focused on building and sustaining belonging. Two critical components of this goal have been launching three additional employee resource groups (ERGs): VETS (family and friends of Veterans), Prism (LGBTQIA+), and ¡MÁXIMO! (Hispanic, Latino, and Latinx), and expanding MentorU, our premier mentorship program. In the past year, we also leveraged our internal and external relationships to strengthen existing connections and forge new pathways for diverse talent. We launched a collaboration with local colleges and universities, including historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), called the Greater Impact Experience. This effort supports increased access to and awareness of meaningful career experiences and pathways for local university and HBCU students and alumni.
During 2023, we further explored supplier diversity and committed to promoting an inclusive approach to procurement. After gathering feedback from stakeholders across the business and creating a framework for a supplier diversity program, we selected a vendor for a one-year data collection and analysis pilot phase. We maintain an ongoing partnership with our Global Ethics & Compliance team to ensure we follow best practices for building audits and education related to DE&I topics and needs. We have also helped facilitate meaningful education and engagement for supporting Individuals with Disabilities (IWDs) and Veterans, particularly through dedicated Community Conversations.
2023 DE&I Goals
| Build || Build community and foster belonging for recruitment, development, and retention of diverse talent. |
| Engage || Engage employees and community organization partners. |
| Leverage || Leverage relationships to strengthen existing connections and forge new pathways. |
| Optimize || Optimize how we help employees develop professionally with DE&I support, tools, and resources. |
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| Grow || Grow DE&I equity and inclusion efforts. |
Read more about Maximus' commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in its 2023 DE&I report.
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(MENAFN- Gulf Times) Leading international economists, tax experts and professionals took part in the first annual conference organised by the Centre for Entrepreneurship (CFE) at Qatar University's College of Business and Economics (QU-CBE).
The two-day event, which opened yesterday in collaboration with Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) Authority, is on 'Fiscal Policy and Economic Development - Fiscal Sustainability and Diversifying of Government Revenues. It aims to discuss the importance of diversifying government revenues, the appropriate design of value-added tax (VAT) law and the current situation of tax compliance in Qatar.
The event also aims to identify the importance of restructuring the tax system in Qatar to assess the current situation of tax administration and the challenges to manage VAT.
Organisers want to raise community awareness about new government policies, as well as to encourage research in the area of fiscal policy.
QU president Dr Hassan al-Derham, QFC Authority CEO Yousuf Mohamed al-Jaida, CBE dean Dr Khalid Shams M A al-Abdulqader, and CFE director Dr Mahmoud Abdellatif, as well as CBE faculty, staff and students attended the conference.
Keynote speakers include Mario Mansour (International Monetary Fund), Professor Rick Krever (University of Western Australia), Michael Evans (University of Melbourne), Professor Jeyapalan Kasipillai (Monash University), and Professor Binh Tran-nam (University of New South Wales).
The speakers discussed issues on how to diversify government revenues and the need for tax reform, drafting challenges of VAT law, 'how does tax administration successfully manage VAT, and how to improve tax
The event featured four panel discussions titled ‘Tax policy and tax reform in developing countries and Qatar'; ‘Determinants for drafting VAT law in Qatar'; ‘Tax administration in GCC countries and the challenges to manage VAT'; and ‘How to develop a tax compliance culture in Qatar.' It also included a roundtable discussion on VAT and banking transactions.
In his remarks, Dr al-Derham said QU is committed to fulfil the goals of Qatar National Vision 2030 and pointed out that it is reflected through the new
Al-Jaida highlighted the importance of pushing forward to diversify Qatar's economy, continue expanding economic and trade relations and look for new ways to source revenue for the economy.
'Reforms such as VAT will help generate revenue and move us away from being an oil
dependent economy, he said.
'QFC continues to attract FDI and providing a competitive platform for businesses to expand to Qatar. We will continue to support the development and diversification of Qatar's economy, broadening our platform to cater to the needs of the country, and reaffirm our economic attractiveness as a nation,
Dr al-Abdulqader said the fluctuations in oil and gas prices and global financial markets require the establishment and implementation of a financial policy covering government costs and revenues.
'This also includes the diversification of government revenues in order to maintain the level of costs and ensure the provision of public services to the current and future generations, he added
'We look forward to submitting the recommendations that will emanate from this event's discussions to the Ministry of Finance and using them to generate policies to build the country's economy, Dral-Abdulqader stressed.
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- Live Mint) "In a distressing incident, a two-year-old boy fell into an open borewell in Karnataka's Lachayan village of Indi Taluk, on Wednesday evening. According to police officials, the child is believed to have plunged head-first into the narrow well, reaching a depth of approximately 16 feet have initiated rescue operations to extract the trapped toddler from the borewell. Teams from the police department, revenue officials, members of the local panchayat and personnel from the fire and emergency services department have converged at the site Read | Taiwan earthquake: 9 killed, over 1,000 injured after massive quake in Taipei; hotel workers missing | Top 10 updates\"Rescue operations began around 6.30 pm. Police teams, revenue officials, members of taluk panchayat and officials from the fire and emergency services department are here at the spot. All efforts are underway to rescue the child,\" a senior police officer overseeing the operation said Read | Top events of the day: PM Modi's rally in Bihar, K Kavitha's bail petition hearing and moreAccording to the officer's assessment, the boy is estimated to be stuck at a depth of around 16 feet.“No voice can be heard as of now, but some movement has been noticed inside the borewell,” he added have taken immediate measures to ensure the child's well-being, with the officer confirming,“We have dropped pipes to supply oxygen to the child. We have been able to notice some movement. The rescue operations are going on in full swing. All efforts are being taken to save the child.”The incident has sent shockwaves through the local community, with residents rallying behind the rescue teams and offering fervent prayers for the toddler's safe retrieval.
Authorities have urged citizens to exercise utmost caution and properly secure any open wells or borewells in their vicinity to prevent such tragic occurrences.(With Inputs from PTI, ANI)
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu awarded the Su-27 pilots who took part in the aggressive interception of the USAF MQ-9 Reaper reconnaissance drone which led to the drone being forced to crash into the Black Sea.
That's according to the ministry's press service , Ukrinform reports.
The command referred to the operation as an effort to prevent 'violation by the American unmanned aerial vehicle MQ-9 of the borders of the area of the temporary airspace use regime, set up amid the ongoing 'special military operation.'
The defense ministry claims the Su-27 pilots 'did not come into contact with the unmanned aerial vehicle.' The Russian version says the Reaper went down 'as a result of sharp maneuvering.” Read also: u.s. drone forced down over black sea may never be recovered - kirby
As reported, according to American intelligence, Russia's top leadership approved the actions of the Su-27 crew against the MQ-9 Reaper drone over the Black Sea. As a result of these actions, the drone sustained damage before hitting the water surface.
The White House National Security Council coordinator John Kirby said the United States cannot say for sure whether the Russian pilot intended to have his plane collide with the U.S. drone during the interception effort over the Black Sea, adding that the administration sees such actions as aggressive and deliberate.
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(MENAFN - The Peninsula) Sheikh Khalid bin Thani Al Thani (pictured), the chairman of Ezdan group and managing director of Qatar International Islamic Bank, is among the board members selected by Georgetown University for its new initiative that will address the local and global intersection of business with government and society
According to a statement from Georgetown McDonough School of Business, new advisory boards comprising proven leaders in business, government and society will provide direction to the initiative.
Others selected on the board include Tom Daschle € chair, Center for American Progress; Democratic leader of the US Senate (1994-2005) and US Senator (1987-2005), Thomas Farley (C '97) € president, New York Stock Exchange; Carly Fiorina, chair, Good360 and Unlocking Potential Project; CEO of Hewlett Packard (1999-2005); Robert J Flanagan (B '78) € executive vice president, Clark Enterprises and chair, Federal City Council; Vincente Fox € President of Mexico (2000-2006) and CEO of Coca-Cola Mexico (1975-1979); Jon Huntsman € chair, Atlantic Council; Governor of Utah (2005-2009); US Ambassador to China (2009-2011).
"The Business, Society, and Public Policy Initiative will allow us to capitalise on our unique location in Washington, DC € the nexus of global business and policy," said David A Thomas, dean of the McDonough School of Business. "This initiative will ensure that the themes of business, society, and public policy are woven through the student experience by enhancing connections among students, faculty, and thought leaders in both the classroom and business world."
For students, the initiative will see that the Georgetown McDonough experience includes an emphasis on the impact that public decision making can have on the dynamism of business and, in turn, the extraordinary influence business can have on society. The initiative will also provide a platform for faculty research and a nonpartisan, global venue to address critical business issues of the day.
The Business, Society, and Public Policy Initiative will sponsor a wide array of events to engage students and the global community, including upcoming lectures by prominent business and government leaders.
"This initiative will strengthen the comparative advantage that both the McDonough School of Business and Georgetown University have enjoyed in tackling critical issues facing business, government, and society," said Moore. "From opening new horizons for all of our students to providing the general public with greater insights into the challenges and opportunities we face, we intend to make a clear difference."
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Doha: Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) will expand its fleet of ambulances with vehicles fitted with two beds to serve far-flung areas.
A source in HMC told Al-Sharq newspaper that plan is put in place after extensive study to meet the need of the patients. With this new addition, the number of ambulances required could be halved in case of accidents or situations with multiple people with an injury.
'Previously HMC had to send the same number of ambulances as the number of injured people, but now it will be possible to reduce the number from 6 cars to 3 cars if the number of injured is 6, the report said.
This will be mainly used in the external areas of Doha.
The ambulance crew in Qatar has reached 570 medical assistants, in addition to 36 ambulance supervisors using rapid intervention vehicles and 25 specialists for critical cases.
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(MENAFN- Colombo Gazette)
Singer Yohani has responded to concerns raised over a Go Fund Me fundraising campaign after the US based 𝐒𝐫𝐢 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐚 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 denied any involvement with the project.
𝐒𝐫𝐢 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐚 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐔𝐒𝐀 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐲 denied 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐚 𝐆𝐨𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐌𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧 𝐮𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐫.
“The Sri Lanka Foundation International USA would like to state categorically that this organization has not made any attempts to raise funds through GoFundMe since its origin,” Sri Lanka Foundation said.
Issuing a clarification, Yohani said that“For Sri Lanka” the organisation involved in her project is a non-political independent movement founded by her with an aim to stand with the people of Sri Lanka amidst the country's worst socio economic crisis.
“It is also a platform which has a long term focus in place and pledges to work tirelessly in a non-political manner to achieve the goals to support the people of Sri Lanka. As our first initiative we are working on raising external funding from foreign donors to fund food, medical supplies and creative education,” she said.
Yohani has appealed for financial assistance to help Sri Lanka which is facing a serious economic crisis.
In the Go Fund Me fundraising campaign Yohani and others are attempting to raise USD 1 Million through individual and collective campaigns.
“As an artist and as a person, I have remained non-political throughout my career. My team and I have been careful not to accept favour or affiliation, and I will stand by that principle going forward. But, as an ambassador to my country, with an international platform, I've decided to break my silence and lend my voice to my people back home considering the gravity of the situation,” Yohani said.
Yohani said that she has been working on the fundraising project with a few fellow Sri Lankan artists who share her sentiment to contribute in a tangible way to the country. (Colombo Gazette)
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Republican leaders conduct budget-balancing fly-around
Four Republican Minnesota Senate and House members stopped in their 12-hour, eight-city tour of the state Monday to promote their budget positions.
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(MENAFN) Amazon.com, the prominent American technology and e-commerce giant, has made the decision to eliminate numerous positions within its cloud computing sector, encompassing roles in sales, marketing, and the development team responsible for technologies utilized in physical stores. A spokesperson for Amazon Web Services (AWS), the company's cloud computing division, emphasized the need to streamline organizational structures to better align with strategic priorities and maximize impact. While acknowledging the impact on affected employees, the company has pledged to explore opportunities for their transition into alternative roles within the organization.
The move comes amidst a noticeable deceleration in the sales growth of AWS, which stands as the leading provider of cloud computing services and data storage rentals. Factors contributing to this slowdown include budget constraints among client companies and delays in technology modernization projects. Bloomberg News Agency reports that this year has witnessed AWS experiencing its lowest pace of sales growth on record.
These recent layoffs mark the continuation of a trend initiated approximately a year ago when AWS undertook its largest-ever round of job cuts. This initiative was part of a broader cost-cutting strategy that saw approximately 27,000 positions eliminated across the Amazon group. This significant reduction followed a period of robust hiring during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, which saw unprecedented growth for e-commerce and technology companies. Subsequent waves of job reductions have impacted various sectors within Amazon, including divisions responsible for digital assistant Alexa, Prime Video and music production, healthcare initiatives, and even positions at the live broadcasting company Twitch.
The decision underscores Amazon's ongoing efforts to adapt to evolving market conditions and optimize operational efficiency. While the company remains committed to its strategic objectives, including continued investment in key areas, these workforce adjustments reflect a broader recalibration in response to shifting industry dynamics and economic realities.
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(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Published: Mon 20 Nov 2023, 2:40 PM
Last updated: Mon 20 Nov 2023, 2:41 PM
His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, has issued a new regarding the judicial fees in the emirate.
The law includes 11 chapters in 39 articles, detailing all judicial fees levied by the courts and the Public Prosecution Department.
According to the law, judicial fees were reduced for all civil and commercial lawsuits, rental dispute lawsuits, executive cases, and requests for performance orders, with the upper ceiling for fees being determined according to the value of the lawsuit. The law also included a reduction in fees for appealing judgments before the Courts of Appeal and Cassation.
This law aims to make it easier for litigants to approach the courts and to file lawsuits without bearing additional financial burdens.
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Oil prices rise following OPEC verdict to keep output reduction, beginning of EU sanction on Russian oil
(MENAFN) Oil costs surged on Monday because of provision worries following OPEC+ producers accepted to sustain their output reduction policy in the face of the EU's ban and price limit on Russian oil shipments, whereas facilitating COVID curbs in China also constituted to price upticks.
International benchmark Brent crude exchanged at USD86.02 a barrel at 09.55 AM regional time (0655 GMT), increasing 0.52 percent from the ending price of USD85.57 per barrel in the prior exchanging session.
At the same time, American benchmark West Texas Intermediate (WTI) exchanged at USD80.50 a barrel, a 0.65 percent earn following the prior session ended at USD79.98 per barrel.
The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and its associates, recognized as OPEC+, accepted on Sunday to adhere to the aim of reduction oil production by 2 million barrels a day (bpd) until the end of upcoming year.
"The decision by OPEC+ to continue with its recently agreed 2 million bpd production cut through the end of 2023 is not a surprise, given the uncertainty in the market over the impact of the 5 December EU-Russia crude oil import ban and the G7 price cap," Ann-Louise Hittle, vice leader of macro oils at Wood Mackenzie, mentioned in an e-mailed note.
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DOHA: This year people will be able to fully enjoy Qatar Summer Festival (QSF) with the help of newly-launched QSF Summer Pass mobile application which offers a comprehensive guide for all the events and offers under QSF's umbrella.
The country's longest festival, QSFis set to return from June 14 to August 31. Held under the theme 'Colour Your Summer, the festival invites residents and visitors to enjoy a colourful array of entertainment options and hot summer deals. And, as this year's edition coincides with the FIFA World Cup, QSF 2018 will feature special fan zone activations for everyone to keep up with the excitement surrounding the month-long tournament.
An all-new QSF Summer Pass mobile application will be available offering a comprehensive guide for all the events and offers under QSF's umbrella.
The free app developed in partnership with local voucher provider MyBook, can be downloaded from all app stores and will be available in both English and Arabic.
On this app, a special Summer Deals feature can be unlocked for a one-time fee of QR75 opening the door to a host of money-saving offers across entertainment centres, as well as hundreds of cafes and restaurants.
QSF Summer Pass users can also enjoy discounts at nearly 50 participating four- and five-star hotels on room rates as well as offers for beach and pool access, spa treatments, and weekend brunch menus.
Mashal Shahbik, Director of Festivals and Tourism Events at QTA, commented, 'Over the years, QSF has grown to become synonymous with family-friendly activities, entertainment, hospitality and shopping offers that bring colour to everyone's summer.
Visitors and residents can also follow the Qatar Events Calendar's dedicated social media accounts on Twitter and Instagram (@QatarCalendar), Facebook (Facebook.com/QatarCalendar) and Snapchat (QatarCalendar).
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(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) HOUSTON, Oct. 14, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Carriage Services, Inc. (NYSE: CSV) today announced plans to release 2021 third quarter results on Wednesday, October 27, 2021 after the market closes. In conjunction with the release, Carriage Services has scheduled a conference call, which will be broadcast live over the Internet on Thursday, October 28, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. central time.
| What: || Carriage Services Third Quarter 2021 Earnings Conference Call |
| When: || Thursday, October 28, 2021 – 9:30 a.m. central time |
| How: || Live via phone – By dialing 866-516-3867 (conference ID 1229337) or live over the Internet by logging on to the Company's website at . |
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(MENAFN) In a notable turn of events, the Russian ruble has continued its impressive rally against major currencies, reaching its highest levels against both the United States dollar and the euro since late June, as revealed by trading data from the Moscow Exchange (MOEX).
As of 9:00 AM GMT on Tuesday, the ruble stood at 87.9 against the United States dollar, marking its highest exchange rate since June 30. Simultaneously, against the euro, the ruble reached around 96.5, also achieving a five-month high. Financial experts attribute this surge to increased sales of foreign currency earnings by Russian exporters, driven by heightened export revenues.
Last month, the Russian government implemented a mandatory measure directing exporters to sell their foreign revenues and repatriate the proceeds, a move that has evidently bolstered the ruble. Since the introduction of this measure, the ruble has strengthened by an impressive 15 percent against the United States dollar and 10 percent against the euro.
Analysts point to several factors contributing to the ruble's robust performance, including a recent key interest rate hike by the central bank. Additionally, the general weakening of the United States dollar in the international foreign exchange market has played a role in the ruble's ascent. Lower demand for foreign currency on the domestic market, attributed to a decline in imports, has further supported the ruble's rally. According to a preliminary assessment by the central bank, Russian imports decreased by over 7 percent, amounting to USD22.9 billion at the end of October.
Financial experts and analysts foresee the ruble's positive momentum continuing in the near term. Evgeniy Loktyukhov, the head of the financial markets department at PSB bank, anticipates further strengthening of the Russian currency by the end of the week. As the ruble's rally persists, it underscores the intricate interplay of economic policies, market dynamics, and global factors influencing currency valuations in the ever-evolving landscape of international finance.
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Lucknow, March 23 (IANS) Taking a serious note of illegible post-mortem reports prepared by doctors, the Lucknow bench of the Allahabad High Court has ordered that such reports should be in typed format, instead of handwritten ones so that they can be easily read.
A single judge bench of Justice Brij Raj Singh observed: "The court is of the opinion that in future, post-mortem report or injury report prepared by doctors should be in a typed format and legible so that they can be read easily."
"Therefore, I direct the principal secretary, medical health and family welfare, government of UP, to issue a proper direction to all chief medical officers of districts that post-mortem report, as well as injury report, will be transcribed in typed format," the court said.
The court also directed the senior registrar of the high court to send a copy of the order to the principal secretary, medical health and family welfare, of the state government for necessary compliance.
The court listed the case after two months for the next hearing to make sure of compliance with its order.
The court passed the order while hearing a bail application of one Vishwanath of Hardoi, who is at present lodged in prison in a case of culpable homicide not amounting to murder under Section 304 of the Indian Penal Code.
While hearing the petition, when the court enquired about injuries of the deceased, government lawyer Rajesh Kumar Singh apprised the court that the post-mortem report was illegible."
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Pentagon: Missiles target US base in Syria
(MENAFN) According to US Central Command, an American military base in Syria has been attacked with rockets, damaging the region's "hard-earned stability" amid growing conflict between Turkey and local Kurdish organizations.
At least two rounds were fired at a US "patrol base" in the town of al-Shaddadi in northeastern Syria late Friday night, according to CENTCOM, which provided no specifics on who could have carried out the attack.
While the US military did not reveal the type of missiles used in the attack, it did state that a "third unfired rocket" was subsequently located by Kurdish troops at an "origin site," suggesting that it was not a cross-border strike and that the projectiles were launched from a reasonably local area.
“The attack resulted in no injuries or damage to the base or coalition property,” the military stated. CENTCOM representative Joe Buccino added that assaults “of this kind place coalition forces and the civilian populace at risk and undermine the hard-earned stability and security of Syria and the region.”
The missile attack on Friday comes just days after the Pentagon expressed "grave concern" over Ankara's escalating military operations, stating that Turkish attacks "directly endangered" US forces stationed at another Syrian site.
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Welcome to the latest edition of our Diversity & Inclusion News Round Up. Today we are talking about IBM's latest“Women in Leadership” report, health retreats for German parents, the Burnesha tradition, and the Ford Explorer“Men's Only Edition” campaign.
Women in leadership
IBM just released the latest “ women in leadership ” report . This is the third survey in the series, and covers 12 countries and over 2500 organizations. Good insights looking at structural barriers, pipelines, leadership attributes , and more - worth reading!
Interesting article about the German“Kur” – an insurance-funded health retreat offered to parents who are struggling with their (mental) health . Research shows that these retreats are preventing even worse health problems, and the positive effects are measurable long after they have returned home.
Great documentary about Burnesha, the Balkan sworn virgins - women who live as men and pledge celibacy. While nowadays only a few of them are left in the world, the tradition allowed women to escape the patriarchal system .
Car manufacturer Ford released a new video for IWD and Women's History Month – The Ford Explorer“Men's Only Edition” . The campaign celebrates the achievements of women in the auto industry – worth watching !
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Aqaba, May 14 (Petra)- Chairman of the Board of Directors of Jordan Phosphate Mines Company (JPMC), Dr. Mohammad Thneibat, on Friday inaugurated an 'advanced' control room in the Phosphoric Acid Plant (PAP) in the company's industrial complex in the southern Aqaba governorate.
The room's operating system was updated by integrating the latest technology to keep pace with global developments in this field, according to a JPMC statement.
Touring the newly-equipped room, Thneibat stressed the importance of expediting completion of the next stages of modernizing the monitoring and operation systems, maintaining full readiness with the highest professional levels of worker protection equipment and taking steps, which would enhance safety procedures, in accordance with the highest international standards.
Lauding the 'high' performance and professionalism of the JPMC industrial complex's level of 'tangible' improvement in the work environment, he expressed the need to build on achievements made by the company over the past few years.
Thneibat also referred to efforts made to improve and modernize the Aqaba complex's infrastructure and develop its operational mechanisms.
JPMC worked to renovate all the Aqaba complex's phosphoric acid tanks in 2020, introduced technology aimed to reduce its electric energy bill and slashed its heavy fuel consumption cost by JD6 million by using natural gas at the beginning of 2021, the statement said.
Recently, the JPMC signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to recycle and manufacture phosphogypsum (PG) produced in Aqaba industrial complex and converting it into chemical products.
In addition, the JPMC signed an agreement to establish and operate a seawater desalination plant using concentrated solar energy, to meet the Aqaba complex's needs of industrial water estimated at 4 million cubic meters annually, which saved an amount of up to JD3 million annually, the statement noted
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(MENAFN- Muscat Daily) Muscat- Sixty-two per cent of deaths in the region are due to non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and by 2030 this is projected to rise to nearly 70 per cent, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). NCDs are a great burden in the Eastern Mediterranean Region (EMR) and this is going to rise further due to the additional impact of ageing populations.
Oman too is mulling 'sin tax' on selected goods and beverages to control their consumption and the spread of NCDs which have risen sharply in the country over the last few years. Tobacco products, alcoholic beverages and energy drinks will likely attract an excise tax of 100 per cent, while that on fizzy drinks will be 50 per cent.
The region also suffers from some of the highest rates of NCD-related risk factors, such as physical inactivity, obesity, tobacco, and high salt, sugar and fat intake.
At a regional high-level policy dialogue held in Cairo, WHO regional director Dr Ahmed al Mandhari said, 'NCDs and mental health disorders are now recognised as real threats to public health and sustainable development. Yet, the burden of these conditions continues to rise.'
'Millions of people still die prematurely from NCDs every year,' he said, adding, 'Many more suffer from ill physical and mental health, debilitating them and affecting their families. We need to intensify actions on multiple fronts if we want to deliver on our commitments successfully. Looking at the NCDs figures globally and regionally is really frightening. We have to exert maximum efforts to combat them.'
The regional high-level policy dialogue was held in preparation for the third high-level meeting of UN General Assembly on the prevention and control of NCDs.
Dr Mandhari said that NCDs can only be controlled through national, regional as well as international efforts. 'Only through very strong high political commitment we can succeed in fighting NCDs and reduce mortality rates related to them.'
As per the WHO-EMRO's 'Country cooperation strategy for WHO and Oman 2018-22', the prevention and control of NCDs, mental health and substance abuse, and to establish and implement the Oman disability programme is on the agenda. Despite the healthcare advances in Oman, there are issues related to the prevalence of obesity, hypertension, anaemia and diabetes.
In the 'Roadmap of WHO's work in the Eastern Mediterranean Region 2017-21', Dr M Fikri, the former WHO regional director for the Eastern Mediterranean had said, 'Prevention and control of NCDs, mental health and substance abuse to reduce the burden and mortality due to these diseases is a priority.'
According to the roadmap, 'NCDs continue to be associated with a high health and development burden, remaining the leading cause of death and life-long chronicity in the region, with 2.2mn related deaths every year. The figure is projected to increase to more than 3.8mn by 2030.'
The age standardised prevalence rate of overweight among adults was estimated at 46.8 per cent in the region, with a higher prevalence among women (50.1 per cent) compared to men (43.8 per cent).
Additionally, the average estimate for prevalence of obesity in the region is 19 per cent, with a higher prevalence among women (23.6 per cent) compared to men (14.6 per cent). Accordingly, more than 60 per cent of the adult population in the region is either overweight or obese.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius acknowledged the delays in arms supplies to Ukraine, while assuring that the capacity for their production will be extended as soon as possible.
This was reported by DW with reference to ZDF, Ukrinform saw.
"We have a well-known problem: the defense industry is not keeping up with the demand that exists in certain areas," the minister said on Tuesday.
According to the German politician, this applies to both munitions and air defense systems, but the defense industry is building up capacity "wherever it can."
"It's about the pace, and you can't have unlimited influence on that pace," Pistorius explained. Read also: Rheinmetal
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He added that it will take time to open a factory and build up the necessary stocks, so that the production cycle runs quicker and without interruption.
As an example, the head of the German Ministry cited the production of ammunition for Gepard anti-aircraft self-propelled guns, which had to be restored in Germany. According to Pistorius, although it was done relatively quickly, it took half a year to set up production anyway.
The defense chief also recalled that Germany remains world's second largest arms supplier to Ukraine after the United States.
"We supply everything we can," he assured.
As reported earlier, Germany's largest arms manufacturer Rheinmetall sealed an order for the supply of artillery rounds to Ukraine in the amount of nearly EUR 142 million.
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Doha: An expert at Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) stated that now is the best time to get the seasonal flu vaccine before winter starts, stressing that everyone aged over six months need to protect themselves against influenza.
“Flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death,” according to Dr. Muna Al Maslamani, Medical Director of the Communicable Disease Center
Dr. Al Maslamani said that while the flu can affect all of us, there are some groups in the community who are more at risk than others. This includes people aged over 50, those with chronic conditions regardless of their age, children aged between six months and five years, pregnant women, and healthcare workers as well as teachers.
“We're all susceptible to the flu. People who are very young, very old or who have chronic medical conditions are at risk for more complications and more severe flu,” Dr. Al Maslamani said.“So, while it's important for all of us to get vaccinated, it's essential for young children, older people, and people who have illnesses to get vaccinated.
“It is also critical for healthcare workers and teachers to get the flu vaccine due to their close interaction with vulnerable patients and children.”
Dr. Al Maslamani said the best way to prevent flu is by getting the flu vaccine every year, as early as possible.
“The annual flu vaccine has been shown to reduce flu related illnesses and the risk of serious flu complications that can result in hospitalization or even death,” Dr. Al Maslamani said.“Everyday preventive actions such as staying away from people who are sick, covering coughs and sneezes and frequent handwashing can help slow the spread of germs that cause respiratory (nose, throat, and lungs) illnesses, like flu.”
Free seasonal influenza vaccines are available at all primary health centers, HMC outpatient clinics and at more than 45 private and semi-private clinics and hospitals across Qatar.
More information about the flu vaccine and where to get to, are available on
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(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) The Congress government in Chhattisgarh, seeking re-election in the 2023 assembly elections, might have an upper hand over the BJP, according to the exit polls.
Elections were held in two phases on November 7 and 17, this year, for the 90 Assembly constituencies in Chhattisgarh. Charan Das Mahant of the Congress fought against Dr. Khilawan Sahu of the BJP for the Sakti Assembly seat.
Speaker of the Chhattisgarh Assembly, 69-year-old Charandas Mahant, a prominent OBC leader of the Congress, has represented the Sakti constituency for four terms.
He first won the seat in 2018 and has also served as a three-term Lok Sabha MP and Union Minister of State.
In 1984, Charan Das Mahant resigned as Naib Tehsildar to pursue politics. He belongs to the Other Backward Classes and is often seen as a 'neutral face' among the many party factions in the state. He was elected to the Lok Sabha for the first time in 1998 and was re-elected in 1999 and 2009, when he was the lone Congress MP from Chhattisgarh.
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Later in 1998, Mahant got his first Lok Sabha ticket from the Janjgir seat and became an MP.
He served as the Union Minister of State for Agriculture in the Manmohan Singh government when the UPA came back to power for a second term in 2009.
But in 2014, he was defeated in the subsequent general election. He ran a tremendous and major campaign in 2019 for the Chhattisgarh Assembly Elections.
He won and became the Assembly Speaker.
What happened in 2018 elections?
In the 2018 Chhattisgarh elections, Congress emerged as the clear winner, securing 68 out of 90 seats, while BJP won only 15. This marked the end of the 15-year rule of the BJP in the state. Bhupesh Baghel from the Congress assumed the role of Chief Minister, spearheading the new government.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) General David Petraeus, former director of the CIA, believes that the counteroffensive of the Ukrainian army will be impressive and will culminate in the first three to four days.
According to him, the Ukrainians are“determined to liberate their country”.
“My sense is that they will achieve combined arms effects in other words, they will successfully carry out combined arms operations where you have engineers that are breaching the obstacles and diffusing the minefields and so forth; armour following right on through protected by infantry against anti-tank missiles; air defence keeping the Russians aircraft off them; electronic warfare jamming their radio networks; logistics right up behind them; artillery and mortars right out in front of them,” Petraeus told BBC Radio 4's Today programme after visiting Kyiv and meeting with President Zelensky, the guardian reports. Read also: president zelensky: we are ready for counter offensive
Petraeus added that the lead elements“inevitably culminate after 72-96 hours.” Speaking of Crimea, he noted that Ukraine, in his opinion, will cut the ability of the Russians to resupply Crimea and begin the process of isolating Crimea.
When asked about the liberation of Crimea, he said:“Not in this counteroffensive.” Read also: ukraine able to produce long-range capabilities itself - general petra eus
“But if they can get to the point of beginning to isolate Crimea, I think that changes the dynamics very, very substantially,” the General added.
As reported, during a joint press conference with President of Estonia Alan Karis, Zelensky said that the result of the counteroffensive should be the liberation of the Ukrainian territories from the Russian invaders.
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said that the countries of the North Atlantic Alliance have provided Ukraine with enough military aid to liberate territories occupied by Russia, but are ready to do even more.
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San Francisco, Aug 12 (IANS) Telegram CEO Pavel Durov blamed Apple for its obscure App Store review process that is delaying the encrypted messaging platform from releasing an update to its app that will 'revolutionise how people express themselves in messaging'.
In his Telegram channel, Durov said the upcoming update had been stuck in Apple's 'review' for two weeks.
'The only thing that we find discouraging is that we are often unable to distribute the new versions of Telegram due to the obscure 'review process' imposed on all mobile apps by the tech monopolies,' Durov said.
'For example, our upcoming update -- which is about to revolutionise how people express themselves in messaging -- has been stuck in Apple's 'review' for two weeks, without explanation or any feedback provided by Apple,' he added.
He mentioned that if Telegram, one of the top 10 most popular apps globally, is receiving this treatment, 'one can only imagine the difficulties experienced by smaller app developers'.
'It is not just demoralising: it causes direct financial losses to hundred of thousands of mobile apps globally,' he said.
'This harm goes on top of the 30 per cent tax Apple and Google take from app developers -- which, according to them, is supposed to pay for the resources needed to review apps,' he added.
In June, the encrypted messaging platform announced paid subscription on its platform that is likely to cost around $5 (about Rs 400) a month.
The company said it now has over 700 million monthly active users (MAUs) and has become one of the top-five downloaded apps worldwide this year.
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Most of the European shares kicked off the morning trade in the red territory on Wednesday, tracking losses in Asia and the U.S. amid lingering concerns about a possibly near exit of the Federal Reserve`s bond-purchasing program. Today’s PMI feed from the euro area didn`t help the sentiment as well.
As of 03:49 EST, Europe`s key benchmark the Stoxx 600 plunged 0.34 percent to 298.57 , and the blue-cup Stoxx 50 fell 0.39 percent to 2,722.14 .
Equities remained under pressure today and especially from Asia after early data showed weaker-than-expected economic growth in Australia in the first three months of the year. The GDP data weighed on Asia`s stock markets and prompted investors to dump the banking stocks.
Moving to Europe, a mixed message was sent by Markit Economics as usual, indicating the euro-area economy with its manufacturing and services sectors remain in contraction, however, the rate of downturn is somehow bottoming out, suggesting a gradual recovery could be underway!
Meanwhile, investors continue to fret about the prospects for the Fed`s quantitative easing amid the ongoing debate whether to end the program by the end of this year. In Europe, market consensus expects a steady interest rate decision from European Central Bank`s tomorrow.
- French CAC 40 lost 0.46 percent to 3,907.70
- German DAX was down 0.34 percent at 8,267.85
- British FTSE 100 fell 0.51 percent to 6,524.83
Looking ahead, Britain will be in focus while policymakers at Bank of England meet to set the benchmark interest rate tomorrow. The BoE is expected to leave rates unchanged at 0.50 percent. Earlier today, PMI survey showed that Britain`s service output expanded at quicker pace in May.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) A man was injured in the Kherson district during an artillery shelling. The Prosecutor's Office opened a criminal investigation into the violation of the laws and customs of war.
The Kherson Regional Prosecutor's Office reported this on Telegram , Ukrinform reported.
"Under the procedural supervision of the Kherson District Prosecutor's Office, a pre-trial investigation was launched into the violation of the laws and customs of war (Part 1 of Article 438 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine). According to the investigation, on February 20, at about 5 p.m., the Russian armed forces once again fired at the Kherson district. As a result of the shelling, a 62-year-old man was injured," the regional Prosecutor's Office said in a statement.
Russian army attacks Kherson
region 43 times in 24 hours, two injured
According to them, the injured man was hospitalized.
Preliminary, the attack was carried out with the use of artillery, the Regional Prosecutor's Office added.
They noted that the shelling damaged outbuildings and a car.
As reported, three educational institutions were damaged in the Kherson region as a result of night shelling by the Russian military, and in the morning the enemy fired at least 23 shells at the village of Stanislav.
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Kuwait calls for full implementation of UNSC resolution on Syria ceasefire
(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) NEW YORK, Feb 28 (KUNA) -- Four days after its unanimous adoption, the UN Security Council resolution No. 2401 which called for a 30-day humanitarian truce in Syria have not been implemented even partially, Kuwait's Permanent Representative to the United Nations Ambassador Mansour Al-Otaibi has lamented.
The resolution was only a first step toward improving the humanitarian situation in Syria, Al-Otaibi said at a UN Security Council session on Syria Wednesday.
He underlined the need for doing all in power to ensure full and immediate implementation of the resolution without day "to alleviate the suffering of our brothers in Syria and protect civilians".
He called on all parties of the conflict to abide by international humanitarian law and to comply with the provisions of resolution 2401, which aimed at easing the daily suffering of the Syrian people.
He urged UNSC member states to press warring parties in Syria to implement the UN resolution.
He vowed to follow-up to the implementation of the resolution and demanded a briefing from the United Nations Secretariat on the warring parties' adherence to the resolution 15 days after its adoption.
On February 24, the UN Security Council unanimously approved a resolution presented by Kuwait and Sweden for a 30-day humanitarian truce in Syria. (pickup previous) asf.ibi
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(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) By Mahmoud Bushehri
AMMAN, Dec 13 (KUNA) -- In a quest to spread knowledge and wisdom amongst the populace, a Jordanian youth decided to take the innovative route, transforming his vintage vehicle to a mobile store to sell books.
In 2016, Ghaith Bahdosha, 27, began the (books on wheels) project, driving his 1974 Mercedes through various spots and neighborhoods in Amman and stopping here and there to sell books.
Bahdosha's dream is to open a legitimate bookstore in Madaba governorate southwest of the capital.
Speaking to KUNA, Bahdosha said that his passion for books was the main drive behind this project.
Embarking on this project was not an easy step, said the Jordanian youth who indicated that the lack of capital had led him to start this ambitious plan, which unlike regular bookstores, offers a bit of an adventure and excitement.
Bahdosha indicated that he took special care in decorating his vehicle with books and revealed that placing books on the hood of the car in artistic way had helped to attract customers.
The books, used and new, have nominal prices to get people to read and they vary from around half a Jordanian dinar to ten, he said.
Bahdohsa revealed that with the steady monthly income, he managed to open a humble store as extension to his main books on wheels' project.
The project had been received positively by intellectuals in addition to a number of local and international bodies, said Bahdosha who hoped that books would return to their rightful place as a source of knowledge and wisdom for people. (end) mjb.gta
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(MENAFN- IANS) Ahmedabad, June 7 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh, both leaders of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), did not appear for the hearing of a criminal defamation case against them at a court in Gujarat on Wednesday.
The duo will file an application seeking copies of documents related to the case.
The court had initially summoned Kejriwal and Singh on April 15, directing them to appear before it on May 23. Subsequently, the court reissued the summons, requiring their presence on June 7.
The court took this step after finding a prima facie case against them under section 500 of the Indian Penal Code, which deals with criminal defamation. Kejriwal and Singh will not attend the court hearing on Wednesday but will instead request copies of the documents pertaining to the case, their Gujarat legal cell stated.
What is the case about?
The defamation case was filed by Gujarat University in response to the sarcastic and derogatory statements made by Kejriwal and Singh regarding Prime Minister Narendra Modi's degree in April first week. The metropolitan magistrate's court had summoned the two AAP leaders to appear on June 7.
The defamation complaint was filed by Piyush Patel, the registrar of Gujarat University, following comments made by the AAP leaders in response to the Gujarat High Court's ruling on PM Modi's degree.
The complaint alleged that the statements made by Kejriwal and Singh were defamatory and sarcastic, and caused harm to the university's prestige.
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(MENAFN- Kashmir Observer)
Srinagar- The Jammu & Kashmir State Election Commission has prohibited the conduct of any exit poll in Drugmulla (Kupwara) and Hajin-A district development constituencies till December 5.
According to an order, the poll-body has prohibited the conduct of any exit poll or its publication till December 5.
“In exercise of powers conferred under Section 36 of the Jammu and Kashmir Panchayati Raj Act, 1989, the Election Authority (State Election Commission) hereby prohibits the conduct of any exit poll and publishing or publicizing/displaying the result of exit poll by means of the print or electronic media or in any other manner during re-poll in DDC Constituency Drugmulla (Kupwara) and Hajin-A (Bandipora), till the hour fixed for conclusion of re-poll at 02.00 PM on December 05, 2022,” reads the SEC's order.
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(MENAFN- Khaleej Times)
Published: Fri 25 Nov 2022, 10:59 AM
Last updated: Fri 25 Nov 2022, 12:31 PM
Residents of at least three neighbourhoods in Sharjah have reported that they are facing issues with water supply. A resident of Al Nahda said he hasn't been getting any water from the tap for over 24 hours — since Thursday, November 24.
'Even this morning (Friday), there is no water,' he said.
Residents in Abu Shagara and Rolla areas have also complained of water supply disruption.
Some of those in Al Nahda said they had no choice but to buy drinking water from grocery stores, as the supply issues continued amid rain showers in the area. One local supermarket reportedly sold about a hundred gallons of water by noon and ran out of stocks shortly after, one resident said.
Many are also taking a day off due to the unforeseen situation.
A few Sharjah residents reached out to Khaleej Times and shared a circular that has been put on their building's community bulletin boards. The notice stated an“emergency situation”.
The circular issued both in English and Arabic reads:“Dear tenants, please note that the water has been cut off from the entire Al Nahda area by the municipality since yesterday due to the rain, noting that the municipality has been contacted, but there is no answer from them. Therefore, for emergencies please call the number 991.”
Earlier this week, rain hit various parts of the UAE including Sharjah, with November marking the start of the rainy season in the country.
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(MENAFN- IANS) Ghaziabad, June 8 (IANS) Many shocking revelations have come to the fore in the matter of conversion in Ghaziabad through a gaming app.
Now, it has emerged that non-Muslim youth were brainwashed through social media chats and motivated for converting to Islam.
The accused identified as Abdul Rahman - a cleric, was arrested by the police in Ghaziabad for his alleged role in the religious conversion of at least four youths. Meanwhile, another person - Shahnawaz Khan a.k.a Baddo is on the run.
Four minors -- two from Ghaziabad and one each from Faridabad and Chandigarh -- who converted through this modus operandi, have been identified so far.
The accused targeted the victims for conversion using the online gaming app 'Fortnite'.
The first step involves user registration. Once one starts playing the game, a group of players is also formed and everyone plays the game together. However, the user will not be able to know if the fellow players have a verified or fake ID.
In the course of playing the game, the users interact with one another as well, and that is how the process of brainwashing takes its initial shape.
"You need to read some verses and perform Namaz if you want to win the game. The Almighty is very powerful," the users are told.
The users were then taken to 'Discord' chatting app where they were shown videos praising Islam to further persuade them into converting their religion and enfluence their friends to do the same.
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American Eagle Plunges on Outlook
Shares of American Eagle Outfitters (NYSE:AEO) dropped Wednesday in after-hours trading, as the company lowered its full-year outlook.
The company cut its forecast, even as it matched Wall Street's quarterly earnings expectations and beat revenue expectations.
The mall retailer said it now expects operating income to range between $250 million and $270 million, below the $270 million to $310 million range it had predicted in March. It said it anticipates full-year revenue to be flat to down low single-digits, lagging the flat to up single-digits it projected before.
Sales trends slowed as the company began the second quarter, a pattern the retailer factored into its guidance. On an earnings call, Jen Foyle, the company's executive creative director, said she hopes shoppers will buy more seasonal merchandise as Memorial Day hits and summer weather takes hold.
Shares plunged about 14% following the company's earnings report after the market close. AEO shares lost $1.89, or 15.6%, to $10.19 at Thursday's open.
Earnings per share were in line with expectations at 17 cents, on revenue of $1.08 billion, topping expectations of $1.07 billion.
American Eagle, which includes its namesake brand and the Aerie brand, diverged significantly from its competitor, Abercrombie & Fitch (NYSE:ANF). Earlier Wednesday, shares of Abercrombie shot up as it posted a surprise profit and raised its outlook, lifting American Eagle's stock with it.
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As winter arrives, EU gas costs soar
(MENAFN) Natural gas prices in the EU climbed throughout the week owing to high demand caused by chilly weather, according to Bloomberg on Friday.
Although prices have declined from summer highs due to ample LNG supply that allowed the EU to build up its stockpile, they are expected to rise again.
According to Refinitiv Eikon data, Dutch TTF natural gas futures for next month increased by 1% to €125 per megawatt-hour, while Dutch January contracts increased by 1% to €128.30.
Winter temperatures continue to drive up heating demand, prompting EU nations to begin extracting gas from their storage facilities. As per the outlet, reserves in Italy have already fallen to 93.5% from 95.4% due to increasing demand in November.
The European Commission set limitations for utilizing gas this winter on Thursday, stating that EU storage facilities should be at least 45% filled by February 1.
Experts caution, however, that the situation remains difficult since a quick increase might deplete supplies and expose the market to supply problems.
Uncertainty over Russian shipments through Ukraine is another reason predicted to drive higher prices. Gazprom warned on Tuesday that it may reduce supply to Moldova via Ukraine's pipeline network beginning November 28th, after accusing Kiev of siphoning gas bound for the eastern European republic.
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Delhi: Man arrested for posing as Intelligence Bureau officer
20 Sep 2017
Delhi Police arrested a 32-year-old man, Praveen Hooda, for impersonating a high-ranking Intelligence Bureau officer as he was trying to enter the agency's headquarters.
He reportedly lied to his wife that he works with IB; the man said he was only keeping up the pretense.
Praveen, hailing from Haryana's Kiloi Dopana village, lived in a rented accommodation in Delhi's Uttam Nagar.
Three fake identity cards recovered
Police have recovered a fake Intelligence Bureau ID card that mentions Praveen Hooda as the Direct Commission Intelligence Officer. He also had two more fake ID cards: one belonged to the Haryana Public Service Commission and the other to Haryana's Senior Superintendent of Police.
Incident leads to tension at IB headquarters
Police said Praveen crossed a special security layer at IB headquarters and arrived at Gate-5 where he showed his fake ID card to security officers.
After scanning it for details, security personnel found it suspicious and informed their superiors.
After inspection, the senior officers found it was a fake ID card.
A high-alert of intrusion was issued after which Delhi Police was informed.
Praveen learned making fake ID cards: Police
DCP (New Delhi) BK Singh said Praveen was married and also has two children. He was unable to get a job, so he lied to his parents that he got a job with Intelligence Bureau and maintained the same even after marriage.
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(MENAFN- Khaleej Times)
EFS Group will launch its restaurant and cloud kitchen running under the banner of EFS Gourmet starting from August 15, 2022.
EFS Gourmet is a full-fledged abode with a contemporary and tantalizing restaurant located at EFS Group head office in Dubai Production City.
EFS Gourmet's celebrated chefs Shyam Sunder Bhaskaran and Sanjay Tyagi hold 40-plus years of combined experience working with famous hotels and multi-award-winning restaurant concepts across the globe. They will cook up a storm serving a scrumptious international fusion of northwestern and coromandel cuisines, offering their signature dishes.
The food and beverage industry in the UAE is by far the most flourishing industry in the region, with an estimated growth forecast of 6.8 per cent CAGR predicted during the period 2022-27. EFS Gourmet will be the foundation of the Group's expansion into F&B to deliver catering solutions for clients and event catering or banquets into a preferred integrated services provider for clients.
“This is yet another step towards the consolidation of our integrated facilities management services. By extending this capability, our cloud kitchen will not only be a delivery-centric restaurant but also provide our clients with an unforgettable culinary journey,” said Tariq Chauhan, CEO of EFS Group.
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(MENAFN- AFP) Italy's markets watchdog said Wednesday that French media group Vivendi had "de facto control" over Telecom Italia but the Italian operator said it would contest the decision.
Vivendi's role in Italy's telecommunications sector has come under growing scrutiny since the company built up a stake of 23.94 percent in Telecom Italia and took 28.8 percent of the country's biggest commercial broadcaster, Mediaset.
If Vivendi is found guilty of failing to have notified the Italian authorities of its control of Telecom Italia, it risks a minimum fine of 300 million euros ($356 million).
"After a thorough analysis of the current laws and the facts on the ground, (markets watchdog) Consob has concluded that Vivendi's stake in Tim qualifies as de facto control," a statement said.
Vivendi, the biggest shareholder in Telecom Italia (Tim), has consistently denied controlling the company, saying that it only exercises "management and coordination activities" since July.
Telecom Italia said it "will take all legal action to defend its interests and is confident that its actions have been correct and its arguments solid."
Vivendi meanwhile said it "formally contests that interpretation and will appeal to the competent courts," adding that the group "has always complied with applicable laws and regulation."
The Italian government is looking into whether Vivendi breached an obligation to notify Rome of its controlling role at Telecom Italia, a company considered a strategic national asset.
"In strategic sectors, companies have an obligation to communicate," an official source said.
On April 18, Italy's telecoms watchdog Agcom gave Vivendi one year to reduce its stake either in Mediaset or Telecom Italia and Vivendi had 60 days to present its plan of action.
Vivendi will transfer 19.19 stake of Mediaset to an "independent subsidiary" and will not be authorised to sell its stake in Mediaset to Telecom Italia, according to Vivendi's plan published Wednesday by Agcom.
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(MENAFN- The Peninsula) The Peninsula Online
Doha: Applicants for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Volunteer Programme have until Saturday, August 13, to conclude their interview to be a part of the first-ever FIFA World Cup to be held in the Arab world.
As the registration for the programme closed on July 31, the Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy is calling on all applicants to book their interviews by August 13. This date also counts down 100 days to go before the football's biggest tournament kicks off.
In a statement on its website , SC stated: 'Interviews will be concluded by 13 August, which also marks 100 days to go to the tournament. We have already started sending out role offers and will continue to do so over the coming weeks. Please keep checking your email and the portal for updates about your application.'
Applications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 volunteer programme saw a huge turn out with over half a million sign ups. A total of 20,000 volunteers from around the globe will support 45 functional areas across more than 30 different roles in the FIFA World Cup Qatar in November.
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By Caribbean News Global
WASHINGTON, USA – The United States government, in partnership with the government of Japan, is sponsoring the fifth Indo-Pacific Business Forum (IPBF) on January 12, 2023, says the office of the spokesperson, US department of state.
“The hybrid event will feature an in-person program in Tokyo and a robust virtual component timed to allow meaningful participation from across the Indo-Pacific region. Government and business leaders from the United States, Japan, and across the Indo-Pacific will exchange ideas through interactive discussions organized around the theme of inclusive and sustainable growth. The IPBF is an opportunity to discuss our shared ambitions for the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity, as well as our respective priorities for the United States' APEC host year and Japan's G7 presidency in 2023.”
US department of state in a press release said,“attendees will also be able to explore regional government and business partnerships and commercial opportunities. The IPBF will showcase high-impact private sector investment and government efforts to support market competition, job growth, and high-standard development for greater prosperity and economic inclusion in the Indo-Pacific.”
The IPBF, building on productive discussions at the East Asia Summit, APEC Leaders' Meetings, and the G20 Summit, advances a vision for an Indo-Pacific region that is free and open, connected, prosperous, secure, and resilient. The Indo-Pacific region will shape the trajectory of the global economy in the 21st century. It is the fastest growing economic region on the planet, accounting for 60 percent of the world economy and two-thirds of all economic growth over the last five years.
“ Together with our Japanese co-hosts, we are underscoring our sustained commitment to the region and highlighting the economic ties that have contributed to regional prosperity and interconnectedness. The fifth Indo-Pacific Business Forum is supported by the US Trade and Development Agency, the US Chamber of Commerce, and the US-ASEAN Business Council. Registration and media accreditation will open soon,” US department of state, advised.
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(MENAFN- The Peninsula) Bloomberg
Alec Baldwin settled litigation over the accidental shooting death of a cinematographer on the set of the movie Rust, agreeing to give her husband a producer's role on the picture as part of the agreement.
The settlement, which is subject to court approval, would end the wrongful death lawsuit filed by the family of Halyna Hutchins in February over the shooting.
Production is set to resume in January, with the original cast members, according to a statement provided to Deadline.
'We are pleased to announce today the settlement of the civil case filed on behalf of the family,” Baldwin said on Instagram Wednesday. 'Throughout this difficult process, everyone has maintained the specific desire to do what is best for Halyna's son. We are grateful to everyone who contributed to the resolution of this tragic and painful situation.”
Under the settlement with Rust Movie Productions LLC, Matthew Hutchins will join Baldwin as co-producer of the film.
Halyna Hutchins was shot with a prop gun at the film's set in New Mexico. Authorities there have suggested they may file criminal charges as a result of their investigation into the incident.
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Penalizing Bolsonaro of Brazil for contesting election results
(MENAFN) President Jair Bolsonaro's request to have the results of the presidential election in October overturned was denied by Brazil's electoral court, which also fined his coalition, the Liberal Party, significantly for the outgoing leader's "bad faith" in contesting the election.
A Supreme Court justice and the head of the Superior Electoral Court, Alexandre de Moraes, rendered a decision against Bolsonaro on Wednesday after the president requested that thousands of votes be thrown out on the grounds that some electronic voting machines were vulnerable to fraud during the election last month.
Despite the fact that the same voting machines were used in the first round of the election, the court initially stated that it would only consider Bolsonaro's claims if he and his Liberal Party provided a more thorough audit of votes; nevertheless, de Moraes claimed that they had not done so.
The judge opined in his decision, “the complete bad faith of the plaintiff’s bizarre and illicit request... was proven, both by the refusal to add to the initial petition and the total absence of any evidence of irregularities and the existence of a totally fraudulent narrative of the facts.”
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(MENAFN) Qatargas recently presented its marine biodiversity projects to a wide range of stakeholders during a workshop hosted jointly with Qatar University at the Aquatic Fisheries Research Center (AFRC) in Ras Matbakh. The forum provided an opportunity for environmental and marine scientists, researchers, and practitioners from various organizations, including Qatargas, Qatar University, and other energy sector companies, to share their expertise and best practices.
During the inaugural session of the workshop, Qatargas highlighted its legacy of environmental initiatives aimed at preserving Qatar's marine biodiversity. The company showcased a range of projects focused on the essential role of coral in protecting the country's vulnerable coastline while providing a sustainable habitat for diverse populations of fish, sea urchins, algae, and flora and fauna. As the world's premier LNG company, Qatargas recognizes its environmental obligation beyond regulatory requirements and towards environmental sustainability, with a focus on protecting the country's rich marine biodiversity. This is an important element of the company's long-term environmental strategy and a key enabler to the Environmental Development Pillar of the Qatar National Vision (QNV) 2030 and Qatar National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan 2015-2025.
Qatargas has relocated over 12,000 pieces of live coral from nearshore pipelines to offshore protected areas since 2007. The company has also deployed over 1,200 artificial reef modules, which were locally fabricated using an environmentally friendly low pH concrete mix. These modules were installed at recipient sites following comprehensive Marine Environmental Assessments (MEAs).
The workshop provided a unique opportunity for stakeholders to collaborate and learn from each other, sharing expertise and best practices to protect Qatar's marine biodiversity. Through the forum, Qatargas demonstrated its commitment to environmental sustainability and responsible business practices. The company's efforts to preserve marine biodiversity have a significant impact on the local ecosystem and contribute to the country's long-term sustainability goals. By working together, stakeholders can continue to promote environmental stewardship and protect the rich biodiversity of Qatar's marine environment for generations to come.
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