(MENAFN- The Journal Of Turkish Weekly) Ministers from the main Bosnian Croat party boycotted the session of the Federation government Thursday, raising concerns about the stability of the ruling coalition in the entity.
Ministers from the main Bosnian Croat party, the Croatian Democratic Union, HDZ, skipped the session of the Federation entity government on Thursday in a continuing dispute with coalition partners over the appointment of managers in public firms.
The president of the Federation entity, Marinko Cavara, who is also Vice-President of the HDZ, said that all the coalition partners, including the HDZ, the [mainly Bosniak] Party of Democratic Action, SDA, and the [non-ethnic] Democratic Front, DF, have to reach decisions mutually.
"Ministers from the HDZ could not accept to agree on one thing - and then do something else," Cavara said.
Disagreements over the appointment of managers in public companies, such as the state telecom firm and other large state-owned industries, have troubled relations among coalition partners from the beginning.
The DF wants ministers to appoint the managers of companies in their own sectors while the HDZ insists on the entire government voting on all those issues.
"The DF has to understand that, if they are a part of a coalition, they should behave in that way," Cavara said.
However, he added, the three-party coalition was not in danger and problems could be solved by compromise.
The President of the HDZ, Dragan Covic, said in an interview with the Sarajevo daily Dnevni avaz on Thursday that the SDA and HDZ were at one on this issue. "How can we be in coalition if we don't have a common stand over key questions?" Covic said.
The dispute over this issue also reflects deep personal animosities among some officials from these two parties. Conflicting ideologies, agendas as well as personal animosities blocked the formation of a Federation entity government for months.
A government was finally elected at the end of March but, many senior government officials admit it remains quite dysfunctional as the three main parties in government continue waging their little wars.
A further escalation of animosities could topple the Federation government, which would then force a change in the ruling coalitions at state level and at other administrative levels.
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(MENAFN - AzerNews) By Vafa Ismayilova
Azerbaijan and Turkey will set up a joint commission under an agreement on cooperation in the defence industry between the Azerbaijani and Turkish governments.
The commission will consist of members of the Defence Industry Council under the Turkish National Defence Ministry and the Azerbaijani Defence Industry Ministry.
The task of the joint commission will be to implement the clauses of the above agreement. On April 5, 2021, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan ratified the agreement, which was signed in Baku in 2017.
On April 1, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev received Chief Technology Officer of Turkey's Baykar Company Selcuk Baytraktar in Baku. At the meeting, Aliyev stressed that Bayraktar was at the forefront of the successes of Turkey's defence industry and underlined the role of Baykar Company's products in destroying enemy equipment during the liberation of Azerbaijani territories from Armenia's occupation in a 44-day war in Karabakh in 2020.
In January, Azerbaijani presidential aide Hikmat Hajiyev said that Azerbaijan witnessed the successful result of the military-technical cooperation with Turkey and the effectiveness of the Bayraktar UAVs that Azerbaijan used in the battles during the war.
The top official underlined that the successful result of cooperation and effectiveness of the UAVs are based on great scientific potential. Hajiyev said that the two countries established close cooperation in the scientific field as well.
"Our main goal for the coming period is to strengthen this cooperation," the presidential aide noted.
Since 1991, Turkey has been a staunch supporter of Azerbaijan in its efforts to consolidate its independence, preserve its territorial integrity and realize its economic potential arising from the rich natural resources of the Caspian Sea. The two countries share an 11-kilometre border, with the Araz River separating Turkey from Azerbaijan's Nakhchivan exclave.
Turkey and Russia are represented with an equal number of servicemen in the joint centre to monitor the situation in and around Nagorno-Karabakh under a trilateral peace agreement signed by Azerbaijan, Russia and Armenia on November 10 to end the war in Nagorno-Karabakh.
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OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – There have been 1,349 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Oklahoma in the last 24 hours, as well as 8 additional deaths, according to the Oklahoma State Department of Health.
The state’s total number of cases since March now stands at 124,111. The total number of deaths is 1,345.
OSDH reported Sunday that the total number of active cases in the state is 15,684, which is 551 more cases than Saturday.
790 more people have recovered from the virus, bringing the total number of recoveries to 107,082.
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New Delhi, Aug 12 (IANS) The Centre on Friday issued a clarification regarding GST on house rent, noting renting of a residential unit is taxable only when it is given to a business entity.
Responding to news reports, claiming that tenants would now have to pay 18 per cent Goods and Services Tax (GST) on house rent, the Government's official fact-checker said such claims were misleading.
PIB Fact Check clarified on Twitter that there would be no GST when a house is rented to a private person for personal use, and not even when the proprietor or partner of a firm wants to rent a residence for personal use.
'Renting of residential units taxable only when it is rented to a business entity. No GST when it is rented to a private person for personal use. No GST even if the proprietor or partner of a firm rents residence for personal use,' PIB Fact Check tweeted from its official handle.
GST registration is needed when any person carries on business or profession and makes an annual turnover more than the threshold limit defined under the GST law.
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LONDON — Investment banking veteran Nick Bowers has been named chairman and founding shareholder at Williams Nicolson, the new UK consultancy launched by Steffan Williams and Louise Nicolson at the start of this year.
Bowers takes on the role following a 34-year investment banking career in equities and corporate finance, which has included such leadership positions as head of UK equities at Goldman Sachs and head of corporate broking at Credit Suisse and Deutsche Bank.
In addition, the firm has added Phil McManus, Paul Kelly and Paul Newman as senior advisors. McManus was formerly communications director for Vodafone, Sky, Rolls Royce and Worldpay, while Kelly brings 35 years of corporate finance transaction experience from stints at PwC, 3i, Lazard, Morgan Stanley and Credit Suisse. Newman co-founded ICAP Energy and led the business for 26 years as CEO and then chairman.
"The arrival of these four brilliant advisors bolsters our firm and proves how serious we are about delivering the very best strategic advice to leaders," said Nicolson. "Watch this space."
Former Newgate colleagues Nicolson and Williams launched the new firm to focus on strategic communications and change management. Williams, who previously founded Capital MSL, arrived from a most recent role as a partner at Portland, while Nicolson served as a coach and author after leaving Newgate in 2018.
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Check recreation status before traveling
Before venturing out to campgrounds, trails and public water accesses statewide, the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) advises people to check online or call ahead to avoid surprises.
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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported high levels of confidence among travelers for the peak Northern summer travel holiday season.
The survey covering 4,700 travelers in 11 countries shows that:
79pc of travelers surveyed said that they were planning a trip in the June-August 2023 period while 85pc said that peak travel season disruptions should not be a surprise, 80pc said that they expected smooth travel with post pandemic issues having been resolved.
Forward bookings data indicates that greatest growth is expected in:
Asia Pacific region (134.7pc) Middle East (42.9pc) Europe (39.9pc) Africa (36.4pc) Latin America (21.4pc) North America (14.1pc).
“Expectations are high for this year's peak Northern summer travel season. For many this will be their first post-pandemic travel experience. While some disruptions can be expected, there is a clear expectation that the ramping-up issues faced at some key hub airports in 2022 will have been resolved. To meet strong demand, airlines are planning schedules based on the capacity that airports, border control, ground handlers, and air navigation service providers have declared. Over the next months, all industry players now need to deliver,” said Nick Careen, IATA's Senior Vice President for Operations, Safety and Security.
“A lot of work has gone into preparing for the peak Northern summer travel season. Success rests on readiness across all players in the supply chain. If each player delivers on what has been declared, there should be no last minute requirements to reduce the scale of the schedules that travelers have booked on,” said Careen.
Labor unrest, particularly in France, is cause for concern. Eurocontrol data on the impact of French strikes earlier this year shows that cancellations can spike by over a third.
“We need to keep a very careful eye on Europe where strike actions have caused significant disruptions earlier this year. Governments should have effective contingency plans in place so that the actions of those providing essential services like air traffic control maintain minimum service levels and do not disrupt the hard-earned vacations of those traveling or put at risk the livelihoods of those in the travel and tourism sectors,” said Careen.
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(MENAFN- ProactiveInvestors) () says it has closed its rights offering which together with the equity backstop arrangement provided by its largest shareholder generated C$200 million in total proceeds.
The new funds will be used for the development of the company's Kurdamir and Garmian blocks in Iraq. The company issued a total of 32.9 million common shares at a price of 65 Canadian cents each under the rights offering including 7.9 million to Crest Energy International. Crest which now holds 19.9 percent of WesternZagros also purchased around 274.7 million non-voting Class A preferred shares on a private placement basis.
"We are very pleased to have successfully completed the rights offering and related equity backstop arrangement with Crest which secures the financing necessary to bring our significant oil and gas discoveries into production and generate cash flow" said chief executive officer Simon Hatfield.
"With our financing secure we look forward to progressing the development of these assets with our co-venturers and the Kurdistan Regional Government."
Earlier this month the oil and gas developer said the Kurdistan region government requested changes to the development plan for its Kurdamir block that was submitted in August. The junior explorer together with partner () said they are planning additional consultation with the Ministry of Natural resources of Kurdistan to refine the development plan.
Future drilling plans will align with the redefined development plan once approved by the local government.
The natural resources company holds a 40 percent working interest in two production sharing contracts in the Kurdamir region of Iraq known as Garmian and Kurdamir with the Kurdistan regional government.
At the Kurdamir block which is also the operator holds a 40 percent working interest while the Kurdistan regional government holds the remaining 20 percent.
Meanwhile WesternZagros filed a development plan for its Garmian block in June after declaring commercial status last December. The plan includes three phases targeting oil production of 25000 to 35000 barrels per day in 2015.
The company recently said it is making "good progress" in discussions with the Kurdistan regional government on the Garmian development plan.
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(MENAFN- PR Newswire) NEW YORK, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rowley Law PLLC is investigating potential securities law violations by Desktop Metal, Inc. (NYSE: dm ) and its board of directors concerning the proposed acquisition of the company by Stratasys Ltd. (NASDAQ: ssys ). Stockholders will receive 0.123 shares of Stratasys common stock for each share of Desktop Metal stock that they hold. The transaction is valued at approximately $1.8 billion and is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2023.
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Hamas head reiterates commitment to calls for ceasefire in Gaza
(MENAFN) Ismail Haniyeh, the head of the Hamas Political Bureau, reaffirmed the movement's commitment to its calls for a ceasefire in Gaza on Wednesday.
In a speech given in advance of International Quds Day, Haniyeh listed the demands as follows: the Israeli army must leave the Gaza Strip; the displaced must return to their homes; aid must be allowed in; the blockade must be lifted; reconstruction must begin; and there must be a fair exchange of prisoners.
He condemned the Israeli side in the address for continuing with "indirect negotiations and not responding to the fair Palestinian demands to stop its aggression on Gaza."
He urged the Islamic and Arab nations to unite behind a common cause in order to stop Israeli aggression and aid the Palestinian people in their liberation struggle.
In the meantime, he pointed out that "the continued violence would not have endured without U.S. support and direct involvement in aiding Israel's actions, including supplying weapons and billions in assistance."
Every year on the last Friday of Ramadan, people celebrate International Quds Day, a day to show sympathy for Palestinians and opposition to Israel's occupation of Jerusalem.
The event this year takes place in the midst of the continuing battle between Israel and Hamas, which began in October of last year and has left about 33,000 Palestinians dead as well as extensive damage and a humanitarian crisis.
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(MENAFN- KNN India) New Delhi, Feb 9 (KNN) A Parliamentary Committee has stressed that there is a need for a comprehensive National Textile Policy aimed at enhancing the global competitiveness of India's textile industry.
The committee has urged the Ministry of Textiles to devise an all-encompassing strategy, recognising the crucial importance of aligning proactive and industry-centric State Textile Policies with a unified National Textile strategy.
This integrated approach seeks to position the Indian textile sector competitively on the global stage by merging industry-specific elements of state textile policies with globally recognised best practices.
Emphasising the urgency of revitalising the nation's ailing textile plants, the committee has recommended prompt resolution mechanisms.
It proposes the creation and dissemination of an action plan, tailored to address the challenges faced by each distressed textile unit in a timely manner.
Furthermore, the committee underscores the necessity for swift resolution of land-related disputes by both the Centre and State Governments, suggesting the involvement of legal professionals to resolve conflicts through Alternative Dispute Resolution mechanisms.
The proposals put forth by the Parliamentary Committee aim to bolster the international competitiveness of India's textile industry while alleviating the challenges confronting ailing textile units.
The overarching objectives include fostering growth in the nation's textile sector and contributing to overall economic advancement by crafting a robust National Textile Policy, expediting the revival of distressed textile units, and exploring avenues for private sector investment.
These recommendations were outlined in the committee's report on Estimates 2023-24 on 'Empowerment Through PM Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel PM MITRA Parks Scheme, and Revival Efforts For Sick Textile Units/PSUs Pertaining' to Ministry of Textiles.
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(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) KUWAIT, Feb 4 (KUNA) - The first round of the 10th Kuwait International Arabian Horse Festival (2023) concluded on Saturday with a ceremony to award the winners of the six tiers of the championship.
The below-one-year fillies' class saw El La Linda, of the breeder Mubarak Al-Khashab, winning the top place.
In the below-one-year colts' class, A J Sifan, of Mohammad Al-Sahhaf, won the top prize.
In the 2-3 year fillies' class, Thabiat Al-Siba, of Youssef Al-Kandari, came leading.
In the 2-3 year colts' class, Ezz Al-Khashab, of Mubarak Al-Khashab came leading.
In the 4+ year mares' class, Al-Khashab's won the title of the most beautiful mare.
In the 4+ year stallions' class, Mohammad Al-Enzi's Aja Justafire came leading.
The four-day event aimed to display the glamor of horse with Arabian essence, director of the championship Abdullah Al-Breihi told KUNA.
He thanked Sheikha Sara Fahad Al-Du'aij Al-Sabah - the Director-General of Bait Al-Arab State Stud and chairperson of the organizing committee, for the efforts made to ensure the success of the festival and conserve the region's rich equestrian tradition.
The equine beauty pageant, hosted by Bait Al-Arab State Stud, gathered nearly 298 purebred horses from Kuwait and abroad.
The second round of the 10th Kuwait International Arabian Horse Festival (2023) will be held in Egypt on February 16-19 with 211 Arabian horses participating. (end)
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Azerbaijani jazz musician Etibar Asadli has performed a
magnificent concert in France.
The concert took place at Duc des Lombards jazz club and
featured compositions from the musician's new album "Mugham", Azernews reports.
The music album includes traditional Azerbaijani compositions
with jazz rhythms. It reveals all the beauty and ethnicity of the
synthesis of mugam and jazz.
During the concert, Etibar Asadli shared the stage with Canadian
jazz double bassist Chris Jennings and the French drummer Johan
Note that Etibar Asadli is the creator of the musical instrument
microtonal piano. The unique music instrument can produce sounds of
music instruments, common for mugham: kamancha, tar, oud, tuba,
balaban, zurna, etc.
Etibar Asadli is the author of many piano, violin, and flute
The musician rocked major international music festivals,
including Baku Jazz Festival.
He gave many solo concerts in many parts of the world, thrilling
the audiences with beautiful compositions inspired by Azerbaijan's
In 2014, he performed several concerts as part of the Rast group
at the 48th Montreux Jazz Festival that took place in
Furthermore, the musician performed an ethnic jazz concert in
Paris alongside star musician Shahriyar Imanov within Days of
In 2015, Etibar Asadli moved to Paris, where he graduated from
the Center des Musique Didier Lockvood.
The musician successfully toured Azerbaijan, the USA, Britain,
Austria, Russia, Switzerland, France, Turkiye, Ukraine, Bulgaria,
China, South Korea, etc.
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(MENAFN- Brazil-Arab News Agency (ANBA))
São Paulo – The UAE's Emirates Food Security Council approved the creation of the new 'Climate Change Impact System' to transition to more sustainable food systems. State-run news agency reported that the country is getting ready to take on the potentially negative impacts of ongoing global warming. Pictured above, UAE researchers are testing salt-tolerant rice varieties that can withstand desert conditions.
In addition to providing invaluable data to support decision-making regarding actions and areas for investment, the system is part of the UAE's commitment to supporting the vision and objectives of the Leaders' Summit on Climate earlier this month, whose forty invited countries included the UAE.
In addition to the new system, the Summit saw UAE vice president and prime minister and Dubai ruler Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum announce the Agricultural Innovation Mission for Climate (AIM for Climate), designed to speed up agricultural research and development over the next five years to offset climate change.
UAE minister of State for Food and Water Security and Emirates Food Security Council chairwoman Mariam Almheiri said climate change is 'the most the most pressing issue facing the global community and urgent action is needed to tackle it before we reach the stage of no return. Food systems are integral to how we address climate change as they are not only one of its largest contributors, they are also the sector most heavily impacted by it.'
Almheiri said the new system's data will help create a global food security model in line with global climate goals. More efficient and sustainable food systems will increase yields and minimize usage of non-renewable resources and energy. 'The development of adaptation and mitigation strategies and innovations supported by evidence-based research is crucial for sustainable agriculture and food security in marginal environments where the impact of climate change is likely to be significant,' said the Acting Director General of UAE-based International Center for Biosaline Agriculture (ICBA), Tarifa Al Zaabi.
The ICBA entered into a . According to WAM, the system is based on an understanding of the potential impacts of climate change on food production in the UAE and the partner countries that supply much of its food. The project comes in response to 'observed trends of global temperatures rising by 0.33 C per decade since 1971 and which are projected to increase between 2 C and 5 C by the end of the century,' WAM reported.
Translated by Gabriel Pomerancblum
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Chelsey Schwartz, Minneapolis, and Tim Jackman, Anoka, Minn., announce their engagement.
Parents are Robin and Carlotta Schwartz, Fargo; and Bob and Karen Jackman, Ottertail, Minn.
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Oil fluctuates due to uncertain supply, swelling US reserves
(MENAFN) In the early hours of exchanging on Wednesday, crude oil costs fluctuated due to supply concerns and expectations for a highly anticipated meeting of the OPEC+ group as well as an anticipated increase in United States crude oil stocks, the world's largest oil consumer.
At 09.29 a.m. regional time (0629 GMT), international benchmark Brent crude was exchanging at USD100.52 a barrel, down 0.02 percent from the prior session's closing cost of USD100.54.
West Texas Intermediate (WTI), the American benchmark, was exchanging at USD94.39 a barrel at the same time, down 0.03 percent from the prior session's closing cost of USD94.42 per barrel.
Late on Tuesday, the American Petroleum Institute (API) stated that it expected United States crude oil stocks to grow by almost 2.2 million barrels in comparison to the market's forecast of a decline of 467,000 barrels.
The United States is the world's biggest oil consumer, and the anticipated increase in stocks indicates a decline in United States demand for petroleum, which is going to pull costs lower.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) Over the past 24 hours, Ukraine's Air Force destroyed 20 units of Russian armored vehicles, as well as shot down a cruise missile and a Su-34 fighter-bomber.
This was announced on Facebook by the Ukrainian Air Force Command , Ukrinform reports.
'On May 18, Air Force strike aircraft under cover of fighter jets hit the area where enemy equipment had been amassed. According to tentative data, about 20 armored vehicles and ammunition stocks were destroyed and Russian manpower at the site was eliminated,' the statement said.
Anti-aircraft missile units in Dnipropetrovsk region also downed a cruise missile, and in Kharkiv region – a Su-34 fighter-bomber. Radio intercepts show that the engine of the Russian warplane caught fire and the crew ejected. Read also:
Enemy ready to launch 24 cruise missiles from Black Sea
As Ukrinform reported earlier, from February 24 to May 18, the Armed Forces of Ukraine eliminated about 28,300 Russian servicemen, including over 400 in the past day alone. Also, Ukrainian defenders destroyed 1,251 (+16) tanks, 3,043 (+34) armored combat vehicles, 586 (+8) artillery systems, 199 (+1) MLR systems, 91 (+1) air defense systems, 202 (+1) warplanes, 167 (+0) helicopters, 441 (+5) operational and tactical level UAVs, 102 (+5) cruise missiles, 13 (+0) warships/cutters, 2,137 (+28) trucks, including fuel tankers, and 43 (+0) units of special equipment.
Over the past day, the enemy suffered most significant losses in the Sloviansk, Kryvyi Rih, and Zaporizhia directions.
Photo: MoD Ukraine
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A Belgian judge has charged an accomplice of Paris attacks suspect Salah Abdeslam with a terror offence linked to the March 2016 Brussels suicide bombings, prosecutors said on Friday.
Tunisian Sofiane Ayari, who along with Abdeslam was jailed in April for opening fire on police in Brussels days before the bombings, was charged late on Thursday "with participation in the activities of a terrorist organisation," the federal prosecutor's office said.
It said an investigating judge charged Ayari, 24, "in connection with the investigation after the terrorist attacks in Brussels and Zaventem" on March 22, 2016, which left 32 people dead and wounded hundreds.
The Islamic State group claimed the bombings.
A Brussels court on April 23 sentenced Ayari and Abdeslam to 20 years in prison for trying to kill police officers during a gunbattle in Brussels that led to their capture.
Four police officers were wounded in the March 15 gun fight, four months after the November 2015 Paris attacks, and days before suicide bombings in Brussels as a wave of Islamic State-inspired terror swept Europe.
Abdeslam is the sole surviving suspect in the Paris attacks.
Ayari is being held in a Belgian prison.
Neither Abdeslam, 28, a Belgian-born French national, nor Ayari, a 24-year-old Tunisian citizen, was in court to hear the verdict in April.
Abdeslam is being held in jail in France pending a separate trial over the Paris attacks, claimed by the Islamic State jihadist group, in which 130 people died.
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Morocco Wins African Cup of Pastry Qualifies for World Cup
(MENAFN- Morocco World News) On Sunday Morocco won the African Cup of Pastry organized at 'la Palmeraie Golf palace' in Marrakech which will qualify them for further international competitions.
The competition was organized by Rahal Event in partnership with the Moroccan Federation of Culinary Arts the National Confederation of Tourism (CNT) and the Regional Council of the tourist (CRT) of Marrakech. Thanks to the wonderful performance of the Moroccan pastry chefs Osama Sadiq Abdelilah Enniri and Morad Hilaoui Morocco won first place followed by Algeria and Tunisia. Certificates of merit were also awarded to several Moroccan chefs in recognition of their efforts for the promotion of Moroccan cuisine. Apart from Marrakech pre-selections three other regions namely Casablanca Centre Fez-Meknes and Eastern and Northern Regions of Morocco will also organize similar competitions. The winners will represent Morocco in major international competitions such as the Bocuse d’Or the Passion Trophy the Golden Hat Pastry World Cup and Gelato World Tour. In a statement to the press the President of the Federation of Moroccan Culinary Arts Kamal Rahal Salmi stressed that this event is part of the commitment of the “Rahal Event” to upgrade the Moroccan culinary scene and ensure its strong global presence adding that this competition was an opportunity for participants to showcase their skills in the field of culinary arts. For the final event of Bocuse d’Or which will be held January 24-25 2017 in Lyon France the Morocco team will compete with 23 other world-class chefs from around the globe for the trophy and bragging rights. Morocco which has a very good reputation in gastronomic and culinary arts is the only Arab and African country present at the Bocuse d’Or.
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(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) In yet another daring operation in the Arabian Sea, the Indian Navy's warship, INS Sumitra, rescued 19 Pakistani crew members onboard an Iran-flagged fishing vessel, Al Naeemi, from armed Somalian pirates.
As many as 11 Somalian pirates had hijacked the fishing vessel along with its 19 crew members.
On board the FV Al Naeemi, pirates abducted every member of the crew. On January 29, in response to the unfolding events, INS Sumitra quickly intercepted the FV. Through coercive posturing and effective deployment of her integral help and boats, the Indian warship ensured the safe release of both the crew and the vessel, the Navy said in a statement.
"Responding swiftly to the developing situation Sumitra intercepted the FV (fishing vessel) on PM 29 Jan 24 and through coercive posturing and effective deployment of her integral helo and boats compelled the safe release of the crew and the vessel," the Navy said in a statement
Earlier on Monday, INS Sumitra - Indian Navy's indigenous Offshore Patrol Vessel - rescued 17 crew members onboard another Iran-flagged fishing vessel, MV Iman, hijacked by Somalian pirates 700 nautical miles west of Kochi in the Arabian Sea.
After safely rescuing everyone on board the fishing vessel, INS Sumitra disarmed the pirates and ordered them to head for Somalia. In light of the recent attacks on merchant boats, the Indian Navy has greatly strengthened its monitoring apparatus in the Arabian Sea and the Gulf of Aden by sending frontline destroyers and frigates.
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(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) BRUSSELS, Nov 17 (KUNA) -- The human rights organisation Amnesty International called on the EU Friday to take effective action to end the ethnic cleansing of Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar.
"The EU must also take effective action to push Myanmar's authorities to end the appalling human rights violations and ethnic cleansing which is causing Rohingya to flee. Condemnation is not enough and has not changed the situation on the ground", Charmain Mohamed , Director of Refugee and Migrant Rights at Amnesty International, said in a statement.
The call came ahead of a visit by EU High Representative Federica Mogherini to Bangladesh on Sunday, where she will visit Rohingya refugee camps in the district of Cox's Bazar and meet with representatives of humanitarian organizations.
She will also meet Prime Minister of Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina to discuss the refugee crisis and the EU's support to the country about this issue.
"As Federica Mogherini visits the epicentre of the Rohingya refugee emergency, she must commit the EU to provide Bangladesh with whatever support it can to continue to host the refugees in humane, sustainable and dignified conditions," said the Amnesty in a statement.
"Bangladesh has been generously providing sanctuary to more than 600,000 Rohingya fleeing Myanmar for almost three months now. These refugees have been subject to a horrific campaign of ethnic cleansing at the hands of the military in Rakhine State, and are in dire need of international protection. The EU has much to learn from the way that Bangladesh has kept open the door for refugees arriving on their doorstep," noted the statement.
Mogherini will also pay a two-day visit to Myanmar to attend the 13th Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) of Foreign Ministers in Nai Pyi Taw, on Monday and Tuesday.
"Next week's Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) in Myanmar will be a key opportunity for the EU to make clear that crimes against humanity cannot be committed without consequences. Only after the systemic discrimination against Rohingya and other minorities in Myanmar is addressed can any return be considered as truly voluntary" said Amnesty. (end) nk.hm
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Providing a networking space through unconventional scenarios is the objective of the Up Level Meet Up , organized by the company Publicis Global Delivery (PGD). The activity will take place on September 22nd free of charge and is aimed at both advanced university students in Informatics, Computing, Software Engineering and Digital Systems Design , as well as people who have a senior professional profile in QA, Automation and Functional Opening a space for professional growth
“We want to open a space for professional growth for all those specialists in the technological area. Our goal is that both advanced students and more experienced professionals can exchange their knowledge and also enrich themselves with the available talks that PGD will develop”, said Manuela Quirós, Latam Engagement Manager.
The activity will be built around topics such as Functional QA: Exploring Marketing Testing Effectiveness Through Search Engine Optimization, and QA Engineer: Exploring Load Testing on Azure with Large-Scale Simulations.
“This will be a free space for learning and networking to continue building the QA community in LATAM together. To be part of this workshop, people must have previous experience in manual or automated testing, have a foundation in software development and have a B1 level of English or higher”, added Quirós.
On this occasion, PGD enabled 70 quotas. Those interested can register through the link: which is also available on PGD Latam's social networks . After registration, the company will be confirming each person their participation.
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Madrid: Venezuelan opposition representatives met with Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares at the start of a tour through Europe, as they seek to unlock frozen funds to finance a humanitarian deal with the government.
'We've exchanged views on Venezuela's dialog process,” Albares said in a tweet, following Sunday morning's meeting in Madrid. 'Spain supports these talks.”
The Venezuelan government has accused the opposition of not complying with a humanitarian agreement signed in November and has said it won't move on with political discussions until that agreement is implemented. Among the pending discussions are electoral guarantees ahead of the 2024 presidential elections.
The opposition delegation began a tour this week in Europe to find the money, and is seeking to transfer it to a fund that will be administered by the United Nations. The fund is meant to finance the country's failing utilities and healthcare and education systems.
The four members of the opposition delegation who attended the meeting with Albares are also seeking to meet foreign affairs officials in Berlin, Brussels, Lisbon and Paris, where they expect to end the tour Friday, according to people with direct knowledge of their agenda.
The head of the opposition's delegation, Gerardo Blyde, didn't immediately respond to a request for comment.
On January 20, Blyde said they would discuss the frozen funds during in-person meetings in the countries that might hold them, while they sought to speed up the implementation of the humanitarian agreement and continue with the political negotiations.
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(MENAFN- IANS) New Delhi, 9 June (IANS) The Indian Army signed the second procurement contract through Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) on Friday.
The contract was signed with Astrome Tech Pvt Ltd, Bengaluru, for the procurement of indigenously developed 'Tactical LAN Radio'.
The Ministry of Defence said that the Indian Army has taken a lead by signing two contracts under iDEX till date.
Tactical LAN Radio is a state-of-the-art high bandwidth backhaul wireless radio equipment for provisioning reliable and failsafe communication.
The solution offers an enhanced range of communication and embedded frequency hopping mechanism to preclude chances of interception and long-range point-to-multipoint high-bandwidth communication.
The system also incorporates the enhanced safety features and can operate continuously for 48 hours on a single set basis without any breakdown.
A Defence Ministry official said that Tactical LAN solution is being developed indigenously for creating secure tactical LAN in remote and difficult terrain.
The ministry said that iDEX was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 12, 2018 during the Defence Expo.
The aim of iDEX is to create an eco-system to foster innovations and encourage technological development in Defence and Aerospace by engaging R&D institutes, academia, industries including MSMEs, startups, individual innovators and provide them grants or funding and other support to carry out R&D which has good potential for future adoption by Indian Defence and Aerospace Organisation.
Officials said that over the past four years, iDEX under 'Defence Innovation Organisation' has emerged as a front-runner in establishing right kind of contact with the startups and innovators and has gained substantial traction in the defence startup community.
At present, a total of 42 projects of the Indian Army are part of Defence India Startup Challenge (DISC), Open Challenges and iDEX PRIME scheme which involve handholding of 41 startups for the development of state-of-the-art solutions for the challenges faced by the Indian Army.
The ministry said that for each challenge, a dedicated nodal officer and a category 'A' establishment as 'Centre of Excellence' from the Indian Army has been nominated for handholding and continuous support for the progress of the projects.
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Pakistan recorded 5,234 new cases of the Novel Coronavirus (Covid-19), and 83 deaths, during the past 24 hours.
Pakistani Ministry of Health stated that the total number of lab-confirmed cases reached 678,165.
Of these, there are 56,347 active cases. It added that the total number of deaths, due to Covid-19 complications, reached 14,613, while the recoveries tally reached 607,205.
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KABUL (Pajhwok): A joint meeting of Pak-Afghan International Forum of Journalists (Pak-Afghan-IFJ) and Media in Cooperation and Transition (MICT) has been held at the National Press Club in Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan, according to a statement on Wednesday.
The meeting was held under the chairmanship of Jamal Qutwal on Tuesday in which more than 50 journalists from both countries participated, the statement said.
After opening the session with recitation, President of Pak-Afghan International Journalists Forum Qamar Yusufzai welcomed the guests and participants in his address and detailed the special aims and objectives of the forum including the common welfare of journalists of the two brotherly countries.
The General Secretary of the Forum (France), Zia Bhumia, spoke on the importance of the Pak-Afghan International Forum of Journalists and nominated Afghan board members for the forum.
In his address to the meeting, Amjad Qamar, the key official of MICT, presented a detailed review of the activities of his organization and the selection stages in international journalism, while the coordinator of the forum, journalist and author Lynne O'Donnell, speaking online from London, expressed her views on the common interests of the journalists of the two countries.
Renowned international journalist and analyst Haroon Al Rasheed also addressed the meeting and praised the tireless work of Qamar Yousafzai, Saleem Bukhari, Hashmat Wajdani, Shah Rukh Khan and other officials in establishing the forum.
At the end of the meeting, a question and answer session was held for the journalists of both countries, in which the officials of Pak-Afghan International Journalists Forum and Media in Cooperation and Transition gave detailed answers.
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(MENAFN- IANS) New Delhi, Feb 29 (IANSlife) The fashion industry's brightest stars are set to converge at The Designer's India 2024, a platform connecting emerging designers with renowned buyers and industry leaders.
Taking place on March 17 and 18, at the NSIC Grounds in New Delhi. The event promises showcase innovative and captivating collections from a diverse range of talented designers. This year's edition promises a unique opportunity for both established and aspiring names in the fashion world to connect, collaborate, and propel the industry forward. The soirée, which is co-organized by the Government of India's NSIC and the NIFT Foundation for Design Innovation in a strategic relationship, provides an exclusive setting where creativity and convention coexist harmoniously to create cutting-edge standards for the sector.
The Designer's India 2024, serves as an unmatched degree of expertise and insight. It instills designers with a chance to set trends, embraces the talent of up-and-coming fashion designers, and provides a platform where their innovative designs are not just seen but also observed and promoted.
It is not merely an event; it's an indication of the amazing potential that the nation has for liable artistically diverse ethnic wear in the future. "The Designer's India highlights the extraordinary talent found in the fashion industry; it's beyond just a soiree. According to Kamal Pugalia, the Founder of The Designer's India, "The Designer's India plays a crucial role in nurturing young talent and fostering the growth of the Indian fashion industry. This event provides a launchpad for aspiring designers and enables them to connect with the right people to achieve their dreams. Our goal is to offer budding designers a platform where they can express their inventiveness, engage with professionals in the field, and jumpstart their professional life."
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LONDON — CT Group, the international research, intelligence, campaign and advisory consultancy led by controversial Australian political strategist Sir Lynton Crosby, has hired Tim Fallon as a director to grow and develop the firm's presence in the Middle East.
Until recently, Fallon was a senior communications adviser to a member of the UAE royal family, and was previously regional director of government and international affairs for Ogilvy across the MENA region from 2017 to 2019.
Before that, he was managing partner of corporate affairs at Instinctif Partners for more than three years, and head of corporate, public and international affairs at Hill + Knowlton Strategies for nearly nine years.
In his new role, Fallon will work closely with Sam Lyon, managing director of the group's UK-based opinion research and campaign consultancy CT Partners, and the wider CT Group senior leadership team. He will support a number of international clients, with a focus on growing and developing the Middle East operation.
CT Group has worked for sovereign and commercial clients in the region for many years – although it does not disclose the identity of its clients – and opened an office in Dubai in 2021.
Lyon said:“I am delighted Tim is joining us. Tim's extensive experience and track record in the Middle East and beyond expands CT's presence, strength and expertise in this important region. His appointment is a clear recognition of the importance and the growing potential of the region for CT while also ensuring CT are best-placed to partner with and support clients in a rapidly evolving and dynamic environment.'
Fallon added:“I'm delighted to be joining Sam and the rest of the senior team at CT. Their unique proposition of market leading diagnostic research alongside proven communications and campaign methodology is extremely exciting, as is their track record for delivering results for high profile clients across the world. The Middle East is also a major developing market, with significant opportunity for growth and development for a consultancy like CT.”
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(MENAFN– AsiaNet News) Maha Ashtami, the eighth of Navratri is a time of celebration and festivity, and it’s essential to ensure your skin looks its best during these special occasions. Here’s a simple 5-step skincare routine to help you achieve a radiant and healthy complexion.
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(MENAFN) Giant technology firms find themselves amidst a dynamic era of digital evolution, with artificial intelligence (AI) emerging as a pivotal force shaping their future trajectories. As these companies navigate this landscape, there’s a notable surge in investments into AI technologies, promising significant positive ramifications for their financial performances and profitability.
The current landscape witnesses an unprecedented pace in these firms’ commitment to AI development, heralding potential transformative effects across various sectors. Forecasts indicate a promising outlook, with the integration of smart technologies anticipated to substantially enhance operational efficiencies and bolster productivity. These enhancements are poised to directly translate into improved profitability and heightened competitiveness for these industry behemoths.
The strategic pivot towards AI expansion underscores a strategic imperative for these companies, as they seek to leverage smart technology across diverse industries ranging from healthcare and manufacturing to marketing and finance. The efficacy of their expansion endeavors hinges upon their ability to deliver effective AI solutions capable of addressing complex challenges inherent in these sectors. Such advancements hold the promise of elevating customer expectations and ushering in a new era of business opportunities.
Delving deeper into the financial implications, a comprehensive analysis suggests that the escalating adoption of AI technology stands to augment these companies’ profit-generating capabilities. This stems from AI’s ability to facilitate enhanced customer interactions and deliver personalized experiences, thereby driving heightened demand for their products and services. Consequently, the strategic integration of AI promises to unlock unparalleled revenue streams, positioning these companies for sustained growth and market leadership in an increasingly competitive landscape.
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(MENAFN- Morocco World News) By Ahlam Ben Saga Rabat- Morocco participates in the 13th Doha Interfaith Conference, organized by the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Doha International Center for Interfaith Dialogue Tuesday, February 20 and Wednesday February 21, organized by the Qatari ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Doha International Center for Interfaith Dialogue. First established in 2011, the International Doha Interfaith Conference (DICID) tackles widespread pertinent issues this year, under the theme of 'Religions and Human Rights.' The conference hosts 500 participants representing 70 countries, among them are Muslim, Christian, and Jewish scholars, academics, human rights advocates, media professionals, and international law specialists, according to the official DICID website. Qatar's State Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi explained during the conference's inauguration that '[the conference] aims to consolidate the values of moderation and tolerance and modernize the moderate religious discourse." The conference focuses on issues of religious extremism and terrorism, human rights and dignity, freedom of religious practice, personal freedom for individuals and minorities, and peaceful coexistence between separate faiths. Representing Morocco, Moroccan researcher Meriem Ayt Ahmed, emphasized the importance of embracing a tolerant and peaceful approach towards different religions and called for action to promote these values, as reported by the MAP news website. In addition to Meriem Ayt Ahmed, other Moroccan representatives at the conference include the Moroccan Director of Qatari Investors Group Company and Qatar Development Bank, Mohamed Hassan Al-Saadi, and Moustapha"
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(MENAFN- Asia Times) China's rapid advancements in submarine technology and detection capabilities are challenging the US's long-established dominance in undersea warfare and posing a threat to its crucial submarine operations in the Pacific.
The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported that recent developments indicate a narrowing gap in submarine capabilities between the two rivals, with significant implications for US military planning including for a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan.
In one example, a new Chinese nuclear-powered attack submarine was recently observed with a pump-jet propulsion system, a noise-reducing technology previously seen only on the latest US submarines, the WSJ reports says.
Satellite images have also revealed larger hull sections at China's submarine manufacturing base at Huludao, suggesting increased production capabilities.
The WSJ says that China has enhanced its ability to detect enemy submarines, constructing an underwater sensor network known as the“Underwater Great Wall” in strategic regions like the South China Sea and near Guam.
The report suggests that the sonar network, improved patrol aircraft and helicopters equipped to collect sonar information have significantly bolstered China's submarine detection capabilities.
The USS Connecticut submarine is easier for China to detect. Photo: Twitter Screengrab
The US has responded by deploying more naval resources to the Pacific and increasing coordination with allies. However, experts have argued that the US needs new strategies and resources to address China's evolving undersea threat.
In particular, they mention the need for more patrol aircraft and attack submarines to track and potentially target quieter Chinese submarines.
WSJ says the changing undersea dynamics are relevant to a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan. It notes that US submarines would be crucial and potentially decisive in such a scenario, but improved Chinese capabilities could complicate and undermine their operations.
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Thirteen Rosemount athletes completed the 10th annual Life Time Fitness Triathlon Saturday in Minneapolis.
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Azerbaijan's Shusha city has been declared the Cultural Capital
of the Islamic World for 2024.
During the 12th Conference of the Culture Ministers of the
Islamic World held in Doha, Azerbaijani Culture Minister Adil
Karimli presented the nomination of Shusha as a candidate city
within ICESCO's Programme for Culture Capitals in the Islamic
World, Azernews reports.
By unanimous decision, the city was declared the Cultural
Capital of the Islamic world for 2024.
With its diverse cultural heritage, Shusha is a true testament
to the Islamic world's legacy.
The city is dotted with historical mosques, mausoleums that
demonstrate the Islamic world's architectural brilliance.
Yukhari Govhar Agha Mosque, Ashaghi Govhar Agha Mosque which
stand as a symbol of Shusha's religious heritage are considered the
masterpieces of Eastern architecture.
The building of the Yukhari Govhar Agha Mosque was designed by
well-known architect Karbalayi Safikhan Garabaghi in 1763-1769 by
order of the Garabagh ruler Ibrahim Khalil Khan.
The mosque stopped functioning after the Armenian invasion of
Construction of Ashaghi Govhar Agha Mosque was completed with
orders of Govhar Agha, daughter of Ibrahim Khalil Khan
approximately eight years before the Yukhari Govhar Agha Mosque was
After the end of the Armenian invasion, restoration work started
at the mosques.
Despite all the challenges, the city has managed to preserve its
religious and cultural heritage.
Considering its historical and cultural significance, 2022 was
declared the Year of Shusha in Azerbaijan.
Many projects were successfully implemented in Azerbaijan and
other countries within the Year of Shusha.
Shusha has been declared the Cultural Capital of the Turkic
A number of events of cultural significance, including the
Kharibulbul International Folklore Festival, the Vagif Poetry Days,
the International Festival of Children's Creativity, Wonderland
Shusha 2023 International Scout Camp, and other events were
organized in Shusha in accordance with the Action Plan.
The city's rich legacy continues to unite people through a
shared appreciation for the art and culture.
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(MENAFN- Saudi Press Agency) Riyadh, February 12, 2023, SPA -- The Riyadh Chamber of Commerce, represented by the Industrial Committee, will host the Sixth Riyadh Industrialists Council meeting on Sunday, February 19, 2023, under the auspices of the Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Al-Khorayef. Titled 'The National Strategy for Industry and Introduction of Export Potential', the event will be held in the conference hall of the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD).
The Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Riyadh Chamber, Ajlan Al-Ajlan, noting that the meeting is held under the patronage of His Excellency the Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, highlighted the importance of the Industrialists Council, a platform where industrialists and interested parties can exchange opinions, proposals, aspirations and requirements in support of the national industry, which is an important component of the Saudi economy.
Al-Ajlan stressed the importance of the industrial sector in achieving the Kingdom's Vision 2030 by diversifying sources of income as a strategic option in the development process.
He praised the support lent by the government of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and of His Highness the Crown Prince to the industrial sector, with, as a result, great industrial growth, boasting more than 10,000 factories.
Member of the Board of Directors and Chairman of the Industrial Committee at the Riyadh Chamber Abdullah Al-Khorayef said that the Riyadh Industrialists Council identifies opportunities and challenges facing the industrial sector in Riyadh through an exchange of experience and benefiting from the experiences of industrialists, adding that it is working with relevant authorities in industry to overcome challenges and boost investment opportunities.
According to Abdullah Al-Khorayef, this session of the Council is expected to discuss the national strategy for industry and point out export potentials to the participating officials from the public and private sectors.
The Riyadh Industrialists Council aims to strengthen Riyadh industrialists' networking with a view to projecting a positive image of the industry and industrialists.
15:08 LOCAL TIME 12:08 GMT
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(MENAFN- Muscat Daily) Muscat- Burjeel Medical Centre - Azaiba, one of the most premier and largest medical centres in Muscat, celebrates its third anniversary during the month of September as 'Mama and Baby month'.
The celebration is based on creating awareness on the importance of health of mothers and babies in the community.
The celebration was inaugurated by H. H. Sayyida Hujaija Jaifer Saif al Said along with Majida Shikhan Almamari, who are renowned names in the women empowerment and health in the sultanate of Oman.
Mother and child health is very important and prevention is the best defence against all diseases which can affect children and mothers. Therefore, Burjeel Medical Centre is launching many preventive health and antenatal packages for expecting mothers and children.
The health packages will cover the whole journey from the time of conception until delivery.
In the month of September, being the third anniversary, there are many attractive discounts and offers for various medical services such as delivery, vaccination, antenatal, breastfeeding counselling, and other health screenings.
In addition to the various discounted offerings, the centre has lined up lots of activities for children as well as mothers. Children can do face painting, balloon twisting, cartoon characters, and many more fun-loving activities. Mothers can have henna sessions with a henna artist.
On the same day, Burjeel medical centre started the free measles vaccination campaign for all the citizens between 20-35 years.
The whole objective for this kind of fun filled activity is to create awareness for the preventive aspects of healthcare for the mother and children. Burjeel Medical Centre being the patient centric service provider would always be in the forefront for spreading the awareness amongst the mothers and children for the benefits of good health.
Burjeel Medical Centre – Azaiba is a unit of VPS Healthcare which is based in Abu Dhabi, UAE and has a network of hospitals and medical centres in the region.
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Swan Lake by Moscow Ballet La Classique to be performed in Qatar
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Doha: Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC) will host the Swan Lake performance by internationally acclaimed 'Moscow Ballet La Classique'.
Tchaikovsky's spectacular masterpiece Swan Lake - 'a spellbinding classical romance' – will be performed at QNCC on November 25 and 26.
In this 2 acts performance of Swan Lake the illustrious Moscow Ballet 'La Classique' with their ballet skills, lavish costumes and magnificent stage sets will capture the imagination, the passion and the romance of this classical ballet fairytale.
The grand show will be held at 8pm on Thursday, November 25 and at 3pm and 8pm on Friday, November 26.
The tickets are available online on Virgin Megastore and are priced from QR 250 till QR 750. Kids above three are allowed and those above 12 needs Golden Ehteraz (fully vaccinated) for entry. Some sections are already sold out.
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A high-level Dutch trade mission to Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2023, consisting of a 25-member delegation representing 15 companies, visited Sharjah Sustainable City recently to learn more about the city's sustainable housing solutions.
In particular, the visit focused on exchanging knowledge on integrated, sustainable, future-proof solutions related to water, food, sustainable energy and a circular economy in urban environments such as the emirate of Sharjah.
During the visit, the Sustainable Cities-themed trade mission praised the project's efforts toward developing a contemporary residential community that's harmonious with nature and promotes health and well-being.
Accompanied by officials from the Embassy and Consulate General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in the UAE, the delegation, including Managing Directors, CEOs, sustainability experts and business directors of several Dutch companies, had discussions with Karim El-Jisr, chief sustainability officer at Diamond Developers/Sharjah Sustainable City and Mr. Carl Atallah, marketing director at Sharjah Sustainable City.
The delegation comprised representatives of various Dutch companies with a focus on a wide range of areas, including sustainability, agriculture, architecture, construction, green building technology, immersive technologies and urban environment. Following the meeting, the delegation had an extensive site visit, including a tour of the smart villas and other facilities such as the biodomes with vertical farming techniques and community garden pockets.
Atallah said:“It was an excellent opportunity to meet and learn about different Dutch companies and their efforts toward sustainability, in addition to exchanging knowledge on areas of common interest, including the importance of integrating the water–energy–food nexus in sustainable cities like ours. The visit aligns well with our mission to make Sharjah Sustainable City a knowledge destination and serve as a learning platform for a diverse group of government and private sector visitors, including innovators, entrepreneurs and academics.”
Kenza Tarqaat, Deputy Head of Mission of the Netherlands Consulate-General in Dubai, said:“Sharjah Sustainable City is a leading example on sustainable living and fits very well with our philosophy on synergising the nexus on water, energy and food. I very much hope this visit can contribute to strengthening our common goal in creating more sustainable and climate resilient cities.”
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The government authorized 100 percent of foreign direct investment (FDI) automatically in the telecommunications services sector.
In a press note released on Tuesday, the Department for the Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) said foreign investment in telecommunications services will be subject to the 2020 Press Note 3 condition.
According to Press Note 3 of 2020 shared by DPIIT, a ânon-resident entity may invest in India, subject to FDI policy, except in sectors / activities that are prohibited. However, an entity of a country which shares a land border with India or whose beneficial owner of the investment in India is located or is a citizen of such a country, can invest only through the government channel â.
DPIIT said cases requiring prior government approval under the provisions of Press Note 3 will continue to be in place. So far, only 49 percent of FDI has been authorized automatically, and anything beyond that has to go through the government.
This development comes nearly a year after the government notified in April 2020 changes to FDI rules that pre-approved government mandates for foreign investment from countries sharing a border with India, including the Pakistan, China, Bangladesh and Nepal.
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Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], July 10 (ANI): Jharkhand has reported 170 more COVID-19 cases taking the state's tally of coronavirus cases to 3,362, informed the state Health Department on Friday.
The total number of active cases in the state stands at 1,129, while 2,210 patients have recovered so far.
23 fatalities due to COVID-19 have been reported in the state so far, it added.
With the highest single-day spike of 26,506 COVID-19 cases and 475 deaths reported in the last 24 hours, the total number of COVID-19 cases in India reached 7,93,802 on Friday, according to the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
Out of the total number of cases, 2,76,685 are active, 4,95,513 have been cured/discharged/migrated and 21,604 have died so far due to the infection. (ANI)


(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) KUWAIT, Oct 8 (KUNA) -- The foreign minister, who inked a memo for energy cooperation with his visiting Cypriot counterpart on Sunday, lauded 50 years of close bonds with the friendly Mediterranean republic.
Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, also the First Deputy Prime Minister, praised continuing growth of bilateral relations between the State of Kuwait and the friendly Republic of Cyprus, during a meeting with his Cypriot counterpart, Ioannis Kasoulides, at Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled's bureau.
Minister Kasoulides is currently on an official visit to Kuwait marking the 50th anniversary of the two countries' diplomatic relations.
Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled has expressed congratulations on the occasion, affirming that these bonds have been deep and quite solid.
For his part, Kasoulides voiced great satisfaction at the level of the historic and friendly relations between the two countries.
The two ministers, during the meeting, examined means of boosting further the close relations and exchanged views over a host of regional and international affairs.
They signed, at end of the meeting, a memo between the Kuwaiti Ministry of Oil and the Cypriot energy ministry for cooperation in the hydrocarbon field. The also inked a protocol and minutes for correcting the tourism cooperation accord, signed in Kuwait on October 8, 2013.
Kuwait and Cyprus established relations at ambassadorial level in 2005. (end) rk
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The UAE fuel price committee on January 31 announced petrol and diesel prices for the month of February 2023.
Starting February 1, Super 98 petrol will cost Dh3.05 a litre, compared to dh2.78 in january.
Special 95 petrol will cost Dh2.93 per litre, compared to Dh2.67 in January.
E-Plus 91 petrol will cost Dh2.86 a litre, compared to Dh2.59 a litre last month.
Diesel will be charged at Dh3.38 a litre compared to Dh3.29 in January.
The committee increased the rates by up to 27 fils per litre after they decreased prices by up to 52 fils per litre in january.
From tomorrow, getting a full tank of petrol will cost you between Dh13.77 and Dh22.32 more than it did in January.
As soon as the higher prices were released, many drivers trooped to petrol stations to tank up their cars. Residents said they were glad the announcement came in the afternoon, giving them enough time to fuel up.
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(MENAFN) The G-20 area saw a slowdown in gross domestic product (GDP) growth to 3.2 percent on an annual basis in 2022, according to official data released by the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) on Wednesday. This followed an annual growth rate of 6.3 percent in 2021, when economies began to recover from the initial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Among G-20 countries, Saudi Arabia saw the highest annual growth in 2022 at 8.7 percent, followed by India (6.7 percent), Türkiye (5.6 percent), and Indonesia (5.3 percent). Japan ranked last with only 1.0 percent growth.
In the last quarter of 2022, GDP in the G-20 area increased by 0.3 percent from the previous quarter, marking a significant slowdown from 1.4 percent growth in the third quarter. Most countries experienced slower growth or even negative growth in the October-January period last year. The Chinese economy stagnated in the last quarter after growing by 3.9 percent in the third quarter, while South Africa's GDP decreased by 1.3 percent following growth of 1.8 percent in the third quarter.
Several G-20 countries saw a contraction in the last quarter of 2022, including Germany and South Korea with contractions of 0.4 percent, followed by Brazil (0.2 percent) and Italy (0.1 percent). On the other hand, Indonesia and Saudi Arabia saw strong growth, with Indonesia's GDP increasing by 2.2 percent and Saudi Arabia's by 1.3 percent. Türkiye also saw growth of 0.9 percent after a slight contraction in the third quarter, according to OECD data.
The slowdown in GDP growth in the G-20 area reflects the challenges faced by economies in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, including supply chain disruptions, labor shortages, and rising inflation. However, the performance of individual countries within the G-20 varied widely, with some countries experiencing strong growth while others faced economic contraction. The coming years will be critical for G-20 countries to implement policies to support sustainable economic growth and address structural issues to build resilience against future shocks.
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(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) KUWAIT, Nov 6 (KUNA) -- The Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) on Monday announced the 2017 winners' list of its prize for Kuwaiti and Arab scientists and the prize for Kuwaiti researchers.
The Kuwait Prize for Applied Sciences went to Dr. Mohammad Alaa-Eddin, Lebanon, and Shaker Mohammad (Egypt), said KFAS Director General Dr. Adnan Shehab Eddin in a press release.
Lebanese Dr. Suma Bujouda won an education prize, while Nabil Matter, also Lebanese, was awarded that of Art and Literature. Jordanian Dr. Omar Yaghi won a prize in chemistry.
Dr. Maron Khalil, Lebanon, won the Arabic and Islamic Scientific Heritage, only announced every third year.
The Scientific Production Prize was awarded to five Kuwaitis this year: Dr. Talal Al-Azmi (Physical Sciences and Mathematics); Dr. Majid Al-Dihani (Engineering Sciences); Dr. Raed Al-Roughani (Medical Sciences and Allied Health Science); Dr. Fayez Al-Thufairi (Social Sciences and Humanities) and Dr. Mashari Al-Fereih (Administration and Economics).
Dr. Shehab Eddin noted that the sixth prize of Scientific Production, Biological Sciences, was withheld.
The Kuwait Prize was launched in 1979 in fulfillment of KFAS's strategy to support scientific research and encourage scholars and researchers in Kuwait and all other Arab countries. The Scientific Production Prize was established in response to an initiative of His Highness the Amir of Kuwait to honor distinguished Kuwaitis holding a doctorate degree in various fields of knowledge. The two annual prizes are designed to recognize intellectual achievements that serve the interest of scientific advancement and support efforts to raise the standard of culture in various fields. (end) zak.rb.msa
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(MENAFN) Actor Jonathan Majors, known for his roles in "Creed III," "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania," and "Lovecraft Country," was arrested Saturday morning in New York City on allegations of domestic violence. The 33-year-old star was taken into custody on suspicion of strangulation, assault, and harassment, according to a statement provided by the NYPD to CBS News.
Officers responded to a 911 call from an apartment in the Chelsea neighborhood at 11:14 a.m. A preliminary investigation determined that there had been a domestic dispute between Majors and a 30-year-old woman. The woman, who reported being assaulted, was transported to a hospital with minor head and neck injuries and is in stable condition.
Majors was arrested at the scene of the altercation, and the police are continuing their investigation. A representative for the actor released a statement to CBS News, saying that Majors had done nothing wrong and that they look forward to clearing his name in this matter.
Domestic violence is a serious issue, and Majors' arrest underscores the importance of addressing it. The National Domestic Violence Hotline reports that on average, 24 people per minute are victims of rape, physical violence, or stalking by an intimate partner in the United States. This equates to more than 12 million women and men over the course of a year.
The consequences of domestic violence extend beyond physical harm and can include emotional trauma, financial hardship, and long-term health problems. It is important for victims to seek help and support, and for society to hold perpetrators accountable for their actions.
In conclusion, the arrest of Jonathan Majors on domestic violence charges is a reminder of the importance of addressing this issue. Domestic violence affects millions of people in the United States and has far-reaching consequences. While Majors' case is still under investigation, it is essential that all allegations of domestic violence are taken seriously and that victims receive the support they need.
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(MENAFN- Gulf Times) The government of Sri Lanka has bestowed an ‘Award of Excellence' to Doha Bank CEO Dr R Seetharaman during a recently-held cultural programme marking the South Asian country's 70th anniversary of independence. On behalf of the Sri Lankan government, ambassador A S P Liyanage presented the award to Seetharaman during the event, which was organised by the Sri Lankan embassy in Qatar, in association with the Sri Lanka Coordinating Committee. The award was given in recognition of the support extended by Seetharaman in promoting bilateral trade and investment relationships between Qatar and Sri Lanka. Doha Bank has been extending credit lines to Sri Lankan banks, and has received in-principle approval for opening a representative office in Colombo, Sri Lanka, and shall commence its operations soon, the bank said in a statement. Seetharaman, who was also the guest of honour during the event, said: 'IMF expects Sri Lanka to report GDP growth of 4.8% in 2018. Sri Lanka and Qatar have diplomatic relations since 1976. In recent times, Sri Lanka's imports from Qatar have primarily been polymers of ethylene, while the country's exports to Qatar were mainly bananas followed by food preparations, tea, and vegetables. 'Sri Lanka can support Qatar in food, while Qatar can continue to support Sri Lanka in polymers. Sri Lanka is keen on seeking Qatari investment in tourism, power, and health sectors. Sri Lanka has enjoyed close ties with Qatar with over 120,000 Sri Lankans making up for Qatar's close to 2.7mn population. The event also witnessed cultural performances from the Sri Lankan community in Qatar. Picture shows Seetharaman receiving the award from Sri Lankan ambassador A S P Liyanage during the event.
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(MENAFN- UkrinForm) The Ukrainian national team has been seen off for the 29th World Summer Universiade at the Boryspil international airport today, August 16.
The Summer Universiade will be held in the Taiwanese city of Taipei, China, on August 19-30. Ukraine will be represented by a team of 179 athletes. The members of football team and representatives of water sports flew for Taipei among the first, Ukrinform reports.
About 12,000 athletes from 160 world countries will participate in the 29th World Summer Universiade in Taipei for ten days. They will compete in 22 kinds of sports badminton, basketball, baseball, water polo, volleyball, golf, judo, track and field, table tennis, swimming, diving, roller sport, gymnastics, rhythmic gymnastics, archery, tennis, taekwondo, weightlifting, wushu, fencing, football, billiard sports.
As a reminder, at the last World Summer Universiade 2015 in Gwangju (Republic of Korea), the Ukrainian team won 31 awards (8 gold, 17 silver, 6 bronze medals) and was ranked 8th among 146 countries in the overall team standings.
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