According to my records, the price of the petroleum products haven't changed since March 2013. And I just learnt that the prices have finally been reviewed today. So, as usual, here are the new price updates : Essence : Rs52.25 / L -> Rs50.15 / L Diesel : Rs43.95 / L -> Rs41.90 / L And my graph goes... Continue Reading →
What do you think of taxing people differently based on their incomes?
Yo everyone! Welcome again to the blog! I know that I have started to post at irregular frequencies since some time but let me reassure you : Finding new and interesting topics to discuss on the blog is on my mind all the time. And if you have anything good enough to talk in a blog post, don't hesitate to get... Continue Reading →
President Obama & PM Navin… 5 years later…
Navin's meeting with the US President Obama has once more time been captured on camera yesterday during his visit to the United States to attend the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit and uploaded by the US Department of State has been published on their official Flickr account, just like 5 years ago.
Tablet restrictions to be removed because of the incompetency to secure them!
Sometimes, you need to end the week with a good joke! Nothing better than today's statement by Mr Vasant Bunwaree.
Political game frustrates youngsters
Today's headlines on "News on Sunday" is short and clear but yet, says a lot. I just hope that the concerned persons get the message which we, youngsters, who are neither part of their "pti copains" network nor benefit from any of their privileges .
Win up to Rs 25, 000 with a mesmerizing shot of Mauritius!
You have one or several wonderful shots of our island and you need some cash? Enter these shots in the photo contest held by Identical Pictures till the 15th June 2014 and win up to Rs25,000 cash and other prizes of Rs1,500 if your photo is selected!
[Guest post] Alarming number of young graduates without a job
It goes without saying that our country has a real problem due to the persistent increase in unemployment among youngsters. Through this guest article, I wanted to express my feelings, share my observations and views about the limited job opportunities in our island. I have gone through so many bad times during the past months and probably many among you have similar experiences too.
Don’t bother about the ICTA Permit when importing mobile phones for personal use
In March 2014, the ICTA published a communique to inform the public about the existing regulations which will henceforth be more strictly enforced. But today, I am hereby confirming this fact : No permits (TAC) is needed to clear out of the customs if you are importing mobile phones for personal use.
The problems with the “free” college tablets (Part 1 & 2)
Right from the beginning, I was completely and I'm strongly against this decision of the government of giving away free tablets to the college students. Several problems have been reported till today and now, even insurance companies don't want to insure those tablets!
Why doesn’t engaging into politics appeal to me?
I personally heard several persons complaining the disinterest of the younger generation in politics. Here's what I think about this topic.