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Sports Ministry makes exception for IOA, allows 16-member EC on IOC's recommendation

The Sports Ministry has allowed the Indian Olympic Association an exception for its council. This decision permits the council to retain sixteen members, deviating from the new Act. The International Olympic Committee recommended keeping the council size unchanged for compliance. This exemption allows the IOA to align with international federation…

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Police probe after beaches hit with 'Hamas' graffiti

Several beaches in Sydney's eastern suburbs have been targeted overnight by a vandal spraying "Hamas" on shelters and other structures.

AAP

IOA feud: PT Usha convenes SGM amid CEO appointment row, corruption allegations against treasurer

NEW DELHI: PT Usha, the President of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), has convened a Special General Meeting (SGM) on October 25 to address some pressing issues. Key topics include the appointment of CEO Raghuram Iyer, corruption allegations against treasurer Sahdev Yadav, and questions about the eligibility of certain Executive…

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IOA EC members decide not to take any allowance for their Paris trip

NEW DELHI: The Executive Council members of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) have decided not to accept the dearness allowance, which is higher than what athletes receive for the Paris Olympics. They expressed concern that accepting such payments could damage their public image. Instead, they will make their own arrangements.

The Times of India

Feud in IOA continues, 9 EC members ask 'unauthorised persons' not to enter headquarters

NEW DELHI: The internal conflict within the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has escalated further, with nine members of its executive council issuing a notice prohibiting "unauthorized persons" from entering its headquarters. This directive is specifically aimed at two recently appointed officials.

The Times of India

IOA CEO appointment: 12 EC members allege president PT Usha 'exerted pressure', legend denies

NEW DELHI: Around a dozen of Executive Council (EC) members of Indian Olympic Association alleged that president P.T.Usha "exerted pressure" on them to pave the way for Raghu Iyer's appointment as CEO, a charge that the legendary athlete termed "shameful".

The Times of India

Andhra Pradesh: Adikavi Nannaya University’s Executive Council approves ₹28.3 crore for construction of science, exam section buildings

AKNU Executive Council approves ₹28.3 crore for construction of University Science College and Examination Section buildings. Council also approves modernisation works on campuses in Tadepalligudem and Kakinada. 91 teaching posts to be filled soon. AKNU and Infosys Springboard sign MoU to offer online courses and connect students to IT.

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Acharya Nagarjuna University to offer self-finance law courses from 2023-24 academic year

The Acharya Nagarjuna University is setting up Dr. B.R. Ambedkar School of Legal Studies and Research which will offer five-year integrated law programmes of BA, LLB (Hons) and BBA, LLB (Hons) from the 2023-24 academic year, its Vice-Chancellor P. Raja Sekhar said in a statement on August 14 (Monday). He…

The Hindu

Sign of the times? History marker for communist draws anger

Republican officials in New Hampshire are objecting to a historical marker dedicated to labor activist who championed women’s rights and was a founder of the American Civil Liberties Union, but who also led the Communist Party and was sent to prison

The Independent UK

Pamela Smart’s teenage lover killed her husband. She’s still in prison

Smart has maintained her innocence and made multiple requests for a reduced sentence

The Independent UK

PT Usha set to get elected as IOA chief, first woman occupant of top job

NEW DELHI: The legendary PT Usha is set to become the first woman president of Indian Olympic Association (IOA) as she emerged as the lone candidate for the top post for the December 10 elections.

The Times of India

Saudi Arabia, Morocco Sign MoU to Boost Sustainability in Tourism Industry

Saudi Arabia and Morocco signed on Friday a memorandum of understanding to promote cooperation in tourism and coordinate efforts to achieve sustainable development of the tourism industry. The ceremony was attended by Saudi Tourism Minister Ahmed bin Aqil Al-Khatib, and his Moroccan counterpart, Fatima Zahra Ammor, on the sidelines of…

Asharq Al-Awsat

IOA announces gender-balanced electoral college; Sindhu, Sakshi among 77 voters for Dec 10 polls

NEW DELHI: A host of current and former sportspersons, including Olympic medallists PV Sindhu, Gagan Narang and Sakshi Malik, will be among 77 voters for the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) elections on December 10.

The Times of India

IOA set to incorporate radical amendments in its constitution during SGM

NEW DELHI: The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) is set to incorporate a slew of radical amendments in its constitution, including equal representation of male and female members with voting rights in its General Assembly, during its SGM on Thursday.

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Turkey Announces Killing of Prominent Kurdish Leader in N. Syria

Turkish intelligence announced the killing of a prominent leader of the Kurdish People's Protection Units (YPG), the military backbone of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), in Ain al-Arab, northern Syria. On Monday, the Anadolu Agency reported that a special operation by Turkish intelligence neutralized Arhan Arman, a member of Ain…

The Times of India

Exclusive: IOC threatens India with suspension

Sends terse letter to Executive Council over failure to hold elections

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Tourism Ministry Launches Global Program to Train 100,000 Young Men, Women

The Ministry of Tourism launched Tuesday the "Tourism Pioneers" program, which aims to develop the capabilities of 100,000 young Saudi men and women in the field of hospitality, tourism and travel. Minister of Tourism Ahmed bin Aqeel Al-Khateeb launched the program on the sidelines of the 116th session of the…

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Saudi Arabia Unanimously Re-elected to Chair ALECSO's Executive Council

The Arab countries, represented by the members of the Executive Council of the Arab Organization for Education, Culture, and Science (ALECSO), have unanimously re-elected Saudi Arabia to chair the Executive Council until 2024. This came following the meeting of the 26th session of the General Conference, which concluded its activities…

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Egypt Asserts Commitment to Work with African Countries to Support Regional Integration

Egypt has affirmed its commitment to work with African countries to support regional integration in the continent. This came during its participation in the 21st Ordinary Session of the Executive Council of the Community of Sahel-Saharan States (CEN-SAD) in the Moroccan capital, Rabat. Deputy Foreign Minister for African Affairs Ambassador…

The Times of India

Himanta Biswa Sarma re-elected as BAI chief, Sanjay Mishra general secretary

GUWAHATI: Incumbent Himanta Biswa Sarma was re-elected unopposed as the president of Badminton Association of India (BAI) for a second term of four years -- 2022 to 2026 -- during its General Body Meeting here on Friday.

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Dubai Launches Savings Scheme for Foreign Government Employees

Dubai approved the launch of the "Savings Scheme for Foreign Employees in the Government of Dubai" to enhance the end-of-service benefits system. The Dubai International Financial Centre will supervise the Scheme in partnership with several international investment firms that provide attractive and safe investment opportunities. The announcement was made during…

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Kurdish Officials: 3 Challenges Facing Autonomous Administration in 2022

The Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria (Rojava) is facing three challenges this year, said Head of the Executive Committee of the Syrian Democratic Council (SDC) Ilham Ahmad. The Rojava Executive Council held its third annual meeting in Raqqa, in the presence of the seven Autonomous Administrations, for two…

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