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Family went on holiday to Mauritius and moved there months later
Tara with Spencer and Xander(Image: Adam Short/SWNS) A family quit the UK and moved 6,000 miles to live in Mauritius - to "get away from the rat race" and feel like they're on "a permanent holiday". Adam Short, 44, and his wife, Tara, 38, visited...
'We quit UK rat race and moved to Mauritius - island life is incredible'
They are living the dream(Image: SWNS) A family have left the UK behind and moved to Mauritius in a bid to escape the 'rat race' and enjoy what feels like a 'permanent holiday'. Adam Short, 44, and his wife Tara, 38, along with their two children...
Jenrick: Activist judges are like biased football referees
Robert Jenrick has compared “activist” judges to biased football referees as he pledged to give ministers powers to hire and fire them. The shadow justice secretary set out his plans after compiling a list of more than 30 full-time and part-time...
What does Karim Benzema’s $200m lifestyle look like? From mansions to exotic cars, watches, and more
Al Ittihad captain Karim Benzema. Image: Karim Benzema YT Karim Benzema, one of football’s most prolific strikers and a club legend at Real Madrid, is not just celebrated for his goal-scoring prowess; he’s also known for his lavish lifestyle that...
‘You go to Mauritius and say…’: CJI BR Gavai shoe attacker Rakesh Kishore reacts | Watch
A day after attempting to hurl a shoe at Chief Justice of India (CJI) Justice BR Gavai inside the Supreme Court, 71-year-old lawyer Rakesh Kishore on Tuesday defended his actions, saying he was “deeply hurt” by the CJI’s remarks during a previous...
Why Did Rakesh Kishore Try To Hurl Shoe at CJI BR Gavai? He Cites Chief Justice's Lord Vishnu Idol Remark and Mauritius Speech (Watch Videos)
New Delhi, October 7: Lawyer Rakesh Kishore, who attempted to hurl a shoe at Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai on Monday, said that he does not regret his action. Speaking to ANI on Tuesday, Rakesh Kishore said that he was hurt by the CJI's...
Travel Diaries | Mauritius: Magical Beaches, Stunning Landscapes, Indian Ocean Tropical Paradise
Explore Mauritius, a tropical paradise in the Indian Ocean, known for its magical beaches, lush landscapes, vibrant culture, delicious local cuisine, exciting adventure activities, and colorful festivals for an unforgettable getaway. Nestled like...
Lighting the world: Diwali’s enduring message in a time of darkness
Sky’s the limit: Although fireworks have long been a tradition during the festival of Diwali, they are increasingly being replaced with greener options, such as digital light shows and drone displays. Photo: Suvan Chowdhury Pexels This week’s...
Uganda holds tourism roadshow in Mauritius
Port Louis, Mauritius | THE INDEPENDENT | Martin Mugarra, Minister of State for Tourism, has led the country’s delegation to the 1st Uganda Tourism Roadshow in Mauritius organized by the Uganda High Commission Dar-Es-Salaam. The two day event,...
Uganda Launches First Tourism Roadshow in Mauritius to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation and Boost Travel
The 1st Uganda Tourism Roadshow in Mauritius organized by the Uganda High Commission Dar-Es-Salaam, kicked off this morning October 3rd 2025 at the Hennessy Park Hotel in the coastal Capital City, Port Louis. During the two day event, organized...
Former NUC boss,Okebukola launches new method to boost STEM Education
A former Executive Secretary of National Universities Commission (NUC), Professor Emeritus Peter Okebukola, has launched another method for delivering quality Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education. The new approach was...
White beaches, azure waters, swaying palms: Mauritius makes perfect getaway to unwind, detox
Hyderabad: During the festive holiday season, there are so many beautiful places to go to, but perhaps the easiest country to visit, with a hassle-free visa on arrival, is Mauritius. One of the top island destinations in the world, Mauritius,...
‘Chacha Le Visionnaire’
Books The Struggle and The Triumph: A Historical Portrait of Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam By Joseph Tsang Mang Kin and Dr Amit Achameesing Published on 18 September 2025, to mark the 125th anniversary of the birth of Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam (SSR),...
OPINION | A vanishing minority: Indo-Fijians and Fiji’s changing ethnic balance
Current school enrolment figures paint a stark picture of Fiji’s demographic future. Out of 242,665 students enrolled in early childhood, primary, and secondary education, 182,840 are iTaukei, while only 49,723 are Indo-Fijian. That means...
The best UK all-inclusive hotels and holiday deals for autumn 2025
An all-inclusive break might not be so far from home (Picture: Getty Images) As winter draws in, it’s normal to find ourselves yearning for a few days to slow down and recharge. That’s the beauty of an all-inclusive break — no decisions, no meal...
Ramaleela & Ravan Dahan in Georgetown revitalises living bridge of shared culture, traditions
Coinciding with Dussehra, the High Commission of India in collaboration with the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre, Surabhi – an Indian community ladies group affiliated to the High Commission, and members of the Indian community and diaspora...
SC Judgment A Clear Message That India Governed By Rule Of Law & Not Rule Of Bulldozer : CJI BR Gavai In Mauritius
Chief Justice of India BR Gavai on Friday delivered the inaugural Sir Maurice Rault Memorial Lecture at the University of Mauritius, where he underscored that the essence of democracy lies in ensuring that law serves justice rather than becoming...
Total lack of safety culture laid bare in Wakashio disaster
Mauritius has finally published the long-suppressed Court of Investigation report into the 2020 grounding of the Wakashio. The findings are damning — exposing what investigators call a “total lack of safety culture on board the Wakashio,” a...
Opuwo Youth Choir wins two medals at Mauritius choir games
The Opuwo Youth Choir has won two medals at the African Asia Pacific Choir Games in Mauritius. Sponsored by the Lindholm Charity Organisation, the youth choir secured a gold medal in the open competition category and a silver medal in the Grand...
Opuwo Youth Choir competes in Mauritius
Staff Writer The Opuwo Youth Choir is representing Namibia at the African Asia Pacific Choir Games and Grand Prix of Nations. The choir games began in Mauritius on 27 September and will conclude this weekend. The directorate of arts under the...