India’s Supreme Court rejects review petitions against Kashmir verdict

India’s Supreme Court rejects review petitions against Kashmir verdict

India's top court has dismissed a batch of pleas filed against a verdict upholding the 2019 decision by Prime Minister, Narendra Modi's government to revoke special status for Indian-administered Kashmir. The disputed region is claimed in full although ruled in part by both India and Pakistan. Rebecca Bundhun reports.

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South Africa

S.A Union Announces Strike at SA Steel Mills Over Dismissal of 162 Workers

S.A Metalworkers union, Numsa, says workers at SA Steel Mills, trading as Alfeco Holdings, in Johannesburg will withdraw their labour starting today. This comes as the company has dismissed 162 workers for participating in a strike on the 16th of last month. Numsa’s spokesperson, Phakamile Hlubi-Majola, says the Labour Court on Monday confirmed the strike was protected and ordered the company’s management not to discipline or dismiss workers:

May 22, 2024 102

APO International

New KnowBe4 Phishing Report Reveals Human Resources (HR) and Information Technology (IT) Related Emails are the Top Choices for Phishing Scams

[[{"value":"KnowBe4 (www.KnowBe4.com), the provider of the world’s largest security awareness training and simulated phishing platform, today announced the results of its Q1 2024 top-clicked phishing test report. The results include the most common email subjects clicked on in phishing tests, reflecting the persistent use of HR or IT-related business email messages that captivate employees’ interests. Phishing emails continue to be one of the most common methods for executing cyberattacks on […]

May 22, 2024 9

APO International

The Coca-Cola System in Kenya Announces Major Investment

[[{"value":"The Coca-Cola system, consisting of The Coca-Cola Company and its authorised bottler Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (https://www.CCBAGroup.com), has announced its intention to grow its investment in Kenya by up to $175 million over the next five years, should the business achieve its anticipated growth targets in the country. Hosting Kenyan President H.E. Dr William Ruto at The Coca-Cola Company’s headquarters in Atlanta, Sunil Gupta, CEO of Coca-Cola Beverages Africa, said, “The […]

May 22, 2024 24

Local

The Nedbank Desert Dash hits the 20 Year Mark – entries open in June.

The organisers of the world's longest single-stage mountain bike event, the Nedbank Namibia Desert Dash, have confirmed the competition's return for the 20th consecutive year. Over 1 200 mountain bike cyclists are expected to participate in this year’s event, which is scheduled to start on Friday, 6 December departing from The Grove Mall in Windhoek. The riders will then cycle 397-kilometres across the world's oldest desert, during […]

May 22, 2024 36

Sport

Kane fit for Euro2024

England captain Harry Kane has recovered from a back injury and is looking forward to the upcoming European Championship, manager Gareth Southgate said on Tuesday. Bayern Munich striker Kane missed his side's final two Bundesliga games with back issues he has been dealing with since before their Champions League semifinal loss to Real Madrid a fortnight ago. However, England manager Southgate included the 30-year-old striker in his provisional squad […]

May 22, 2024 5

South Africa

National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa decides on political posture regarding the upcoming national elections

The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa has decided to take a political posture regarding the upcoming national elections. NUMSA general-secretary, Irvin Jim, says given the worsening socio-economic conditions of the working class, the union aims to guide workers in their voting choices, urging them not to support right-wing, anti-worker parties. Jim has warned workers against voting for individual candidates, parties that promote xenophobia and racism amongst others:.

May 22, 2024 23

Namibia

Veteran Journalist Ronelle Rademeyer Mourned After Cancer Battle

The passing away of veteran journalist and former Secretary General of the Editors' Forum of Namibia , Ronelle Rademeyer was greived by many. She died on 20 May after a long fight with cancer. Here's former organization member: David Bishop.

May 22, 2024 45

World

Japan town blocks view of Mt Fuji

A small town near Japan’s iconic Mount Fuji is erecting a screen to block tourists from viewing the mountain. The move is in response to what the town calls unruly behavior from visitors after a particular photo-spot went viral online. Chris Gilbert reports for us from Tokyo.

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