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Libya Herald
3 days ago
- Business
- Libya Herald
Libya Industry Union supports CBL initiative to complete stalled housing projects – through cheaper, locally manufactured raw materials
Ali Nuseer, the Executive Director of the Libyan Industry Union (LIU) told Libya Herald, in an exclusive interview today, that his union fully supports the Central Bank of Libya's (CBL) initiative to complete the hundreds of thousands of stalled housing projects through the supply by local manufacturers of materials. The LIU's support to the CBL initiative came in the form of an official letter sent to the CBL last Thursday (17 July). The letter came in response to the workshop held in Tripoli last Sunday (13 July) entitled 'The Role of the Banking Sector in Revitalizing Stalled Housing Projects and Urban Development'. The workshop was organised by the CBL in cooperation with the Tripoli based Libyan government. At the workshop, the CBL Governor, Naji Issa, announced that he was prepared to make available up to LD 5 billion for the completion of the hundreds of thousands of stalled (since the 2011 revolution) housing projects. It was also revealed at the workshop that the Tripoli government is aiming to complete 150,000 housing units by 2030. In response, LIU Executive Director Nuseer confirmed the contents of the letter revealing the LIU ''affirm their full support for the CBL Governor's initiative, through which the development, reconstruction and completion of thousands of housing units will be revived throughout Libya House-building raw materials can be manufactured locally at cost – plus a small margin The LIU's participation in the initiative, the letter to the CBL said, comes by providing a large portion of the project's needs, with a small profit margin covering administrative and general expenses. These can be manufactured locally at cost. More than 15 percent of value of housing units can be saved Production operations are expected to save more than 15% of the value of the housing units, which will positively impact the selling price for Libyan youth and families benefiting from this initiative. In light of the above, the letter's action point said ''we hope you (CBL) will kindly schedule a meeting with us (LIU) so we can present a presentation on the industrial companies that will participate in implementing this initiative''. Commenting on the letter, ''The LIU's initiative reinforces the Governor's and the Council of Ministers' initiatives. The goal is to ease the burden on housing programme beneficiaries'', Nuseer explained to Libya Herald . Local factories have international quality certification ''Because most of the project's needs can be manufactured locally, at cheaper and better prices than imported materials – the same quality as imported materials, and even better in some industries. Libyan factories have international and local certifications that enable them to manufacture excellent building materials at a lower price than imported materials'', Nuseer insisted. Saving on need for hard currency drain Stressing the logic of the savings, he added that ''The raw materials are local, and the skilled labour force is partly Libyan. This will in turn limit the drain on hard currency and provide jobs for local youth''. Therefore, ''the LIU decided to participate in this national programme where prices will be very competitive, and payment will be local (in local currency) made on an invoice-by-invoice basis. Local manufacturing and sourcing ''will reduce programme expenses in terms of warehousing, transportation, and security given that the local factory is the project's warehouse''. Affordable housing for youth and families Concluding, Nuseer said ''we will save on currency drain, reduce construction costs and benefit Libyan youth and families by obtaining affordable housing''. . Tripoli based Libyan government plans to complete 150,000 housing units by 2030 CBL workshop on 'The Role of the Banking Sector in Revitalising Stalled Housing Projects and Urban Development' to be held in Tripoli on 13 July ''Made in Libya'', Niamey, Niger 6 to 11 March 2023: to aid exports, transit trade and economic diversification ( Preparations for the second ''Made in Libya'' edition in Niamey, Niger progressing ( Libya prepares for ''Made in Libya 2'' exhibition in Niamey, Niger – exports and transit trade to Africa discussed ( Most of the ''Made in Libya'' exhibition space already allocated: Libya Industrial Union ( Minister of Industry and Minerals discusses cooperation with Military Industrialization Authority and latest preparations for the Made in Libya exhibition ( Libyan Industrial Union to co-organize a ''Made in Libya'' fair in Tunis in September ( Over 150 Libyan companies to participate in ''Made in Libya'' exhibition to be held in Tunis (
New Indian Express
11-07-2025
- New Indian Express
Bangladeshi national among 25 fake 'babas' held in Dehradun
DEHRADUN: In a sweeping crackdown dubbed "Operation Kalnemi," Dehradun police have arrested 25 individuals masquerading as spiritual gurus or 'Babas,' including a Bangladeshi national who now faces charges under the Foreigners Act. Senior Superintendent of Police of Dehradun Ajay Singh told this newspaper that the operation involved identifying suspects "roaming in the guise of sadhus and saints" across various police station areas. "I personally went to Nehru Colony and interrogated these individuals," SSP Singh stated. "As they possessed no certificates for astrology or spiritual guidance, they were deemed to be deceiving the public and were subsequently arrested." Police sources revealed that the majority of the arrested individuals hail from other Indian states. The Bangladeshi national, identified as Rukan Rakam alias Shah Alam (26), was arrested from the Sahaspur police station area. Teams from the Local Intelligence Unit (LIU) and the Intelligence Bureau (IB) are currently interrogating him, with a case registered against him under the Foreigners Act.
Hindustan Times
11-07-2025
- Hindustan Times
Braj gears up for Sawan pilgrimage as temples witness surge in devotees
The temples of the Braj region buzzed with devotional fervour as a large number of devotees thronged them on the first day of Sawan, on Friday. Elaborate arrangements are underway for the 'Kanwar Yatra' being undertaken by devotees. Anticipating heavy footfall and traffic congestion, the district administration and police have implemented detailed diversion plans on key routes, aiming for seamless coordination and uninterrupted flow of the yatra. Elaborate arrangements are underway in the Braj region for the 'Kanwar Yatra' being undertaken by devotees. (FOR REPRESENTATION) In Aligarh district, six key roads have been identified for heightened surveillance, as the majority of 'kanwarias' are expected to travel along these roads. Over 500 CCTV cameras have been installed to ensure close monitoring. A dedicated control room has been set up for the duration of the Kanwar Yatra, with its contact number shared publicly. Additionally, reserve police forces and women police personnel have been deployed along these roads to maintain security and assist devotees. Aligarh police are also closely monitoring social media platforms, while the local intelligence unit (LIU) has been put on alert to ensure that any attempts to disturb the peace and tranquility of the city are swiftly addressed. In Firozabad, traffic restrictions have been imposed from Saturday 8 pm to Monday 6 pm to accommodate the movement of 'kanwariyas' carrying holy Ganga water. These restrictions are in effect on key routes including the Agra-Etah Road, Firozabad-Tundla Road, and Etah-Jasrana-Shikohabad Road. In Hathras, 750 police personnel have been deployed across five key routes passing through the district. The entire route has been divided into 4 zones, 26 sectors and 55 static points for effective monitoring. Additional forces have also been stationed at temples and Shivalayas to ensure the safety and smooth conduct of the Kanwar Yatra. Road diversions have been implemented in Kasganj district from the very first day of Shravan month on Monday. A large number of 'kanwariyas' visit the district to collect water from the Ganga Lahra and Kachla Ganga ghats in Soronji, a prominent religious site situated on the banks of the river Ganga. In Mainpuri, the administration and police have divided the district into four zones and seven sectors to ensure smooth management during the Sawan month. Vigilance will be maintained throughout the period using CCTV cameras and drones.
Int'l Business Times
26-06-2025
- General
- Int'l Business Times
From Orphanage to Business School: How LivingStone International University Helped Shape a Life of Purpose
People often draw their deepest inspiration from the family that raised them, regarding them as their ultimate source of belonging and identity. But what happens when this source is suddenly, violently erased? Eric Kubwimana knows this reality all too well. Born in Rwanda's Western Province in 1993, Eric lost his entire family during the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi. Yet despite this devastating loss, he refused to let this define his trajectory. Instead, he persevered, guided and strengthened by his new home and family that forever transformed his life and purpose. At LivingStone International University , Eric discovered that education could be more than knowledge acquisition; it could be a pathway to profound personal transformation and service to others. Foundations of Resilience: The Orphanage Years Eric's childhood memories are filled with the huge absence of family, a void left by the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda. At just six months old, he was placed in Orphelinat Noël de Nyundo (ONN) after his mother passed away. A year later, the genocide claimed the lives of his father, two older sisters, and every member of his extended family. With no relatives left, the orphanage became Eric's home. Eric shares that ONN, the orphanage that became his refuge, offered more than shelter. It became the foundation where he learned resilience and developed the inner strength to carry him through future challenges. Eric mentions, "Life at ONN taught me resilience in the face of unimaginable loss. Growing up without a family was difficult, but the orphanage gave me a foundation of care and discipline that allowed me to focus on my education." The Turning Point When the opportunity to pursue higher education arose, Eric was ready to seize it. After finishing secondary school, he was given a chance that he described as "would change the course of his life." He received a scholarship from a non-government organization, His Chase, to study at LivingStone International University in Uganda. LivingStone International University (LIU), a small private non-profit Christian university established in 2012, aims to transform Africa through Christ-centered higher education. With over 250 students from across Africa, LIU provides a deeply relational learning environment rooted in mentorship and discipleship. However, transitioning and entering into this new big world did not become easy for Eric. Like many young people who have grown up in hardship, he wrestled with questions of identity, purpose, and meaning. He recalls, "When I arrived at LIU in 2013 to begin a degree in Business Administration, I was unsure of my future." However, what he encountered at LIU was not just a university but a community of faith, mentorship, and personal transformation. More than an institution of higher learning, Eric shares how LIU offered him a new family, one defined not by blood, but by shared values and a commitment to nurturing spirit-filled leaders and members of society. According to Eric, it was in this environment that he began to heal, not just intellectually, but spiritually and sense of belonging, reinforced daily by the university community, helped him shed the fear and uncertainty that had once shadowed his future. Chad Allen, the CFO at LIU from 2013 - 2018, mentions, "LIU aims to direct its students towards God's mission in the world: a mission of creating, healing, building, loving, teaching, serving, and saving. The university's success lies not just in its academic programs but in its ability to cultivate leaders prepared to serve their communities with integrity and compassion." Beyond Graduation: Leadership, Faith, and Giving Back Graduating from LIU marked the beginning—not the end—of Eric's journey. Armed with a degree in business administration, he returned to Rwanda in 2017 and began working in the banking sector, with positions at Letshego Bank and Access Bank. Yet Eric shared how the sense of calling that began to stir in him at LIU only grew stronger. Eventually, he left the corporate world to enter full-time ministry. Eric describes this decision as a choice rooted in the clarity, conviction, and purpose he had found during those formative university years. Eric shares, "The seeds planted at LIU continue to bear fruit—not just in my career but also in how I live my life. My mentor from LIU still walks with me, offering prayer, guidance, and encouragement." Today, Eric is pursuing postgraduate studies in theology and leadership at Africa College of Theology (ACT), committed to preaching the gospel and discipling others. His story represents one of many similar journeys among LIU's graduates. Regardless of race, ethnic background, upbringing, gender, or physical disability, students are accepted and given equal opportunities to pursue their dreams. While many universities focus primarily on knowledge transfer, LIU recognizes that true personal development is the balance of intellectual excellence and spiritual maturity, rooted in faith and the word of God. The ripple effects of this approach extend beyond individual success stories. Graduates like Eric Kubwimana become sparks for change in their communities, using their education not just for personal advancement but for collective benefit and the glory of God. Eric mentions, "From orphanage to business school, my story is one of grace and transformation. I am a living testament to what is possible when education is grounded in faith and community. LIU didn't just give me a degree. It helped me discover my purpose—and my voice."
Hindustan Times
24-06-2025
- Hindustan Times
Uzbek gang leader in Lucknow ran racket using forged Indian IDs: Police
A foreign national from Uzbekistan, identified as Lola Kayumova, who allegedly brought several Uzbek women to India, is at the centre of a police investigation in Lucknow after being found in possession of forged Indian identity documents, including an Aadhaar card and a driving license issued using a local address. Despite her passport expiring in September 2023, she continued to stay in the country, prompting a deeper probe into how official documents were issued in her name, police said on Tuesday. Gang leader, her alleged partner and doctor still absconding. Police probe deepens into Lucknow-based network aiding illegal stay (Sourced) The case surfaced following a raid on Flat No. 104, Omaxe R-1 Orchid in Golf City, where two Uzbek women, Holida and Nilofar, were found living illegally. Both are now being processed for deportation, deputy commissioner of police (DCP) South Nipun Aggarwal confirmed. Kayumova's Aadhaar card carries a birthdate of September 9, 1976, while her driving license was issued on June 11, 2025. Police said both documents listed her address as being in Lucknow and mentioned 'Janak Pratap Singh' as her father, a name now under verification, a senior officer privy to the case said. 'The role of Dr Vivek Gupta is under scrutiny. He is among the two named in the FIR lodged after the raid,' a senior police officer said. The second person named is Trijin Raj alias Arjun Rana, believed to be her partner. According to Central DCP Ashish Srivastava, who is currently in charge of Lucknow Police's Local Intelligence Unit (LIU), confirmed that searches are underway for Kayumova, Rana and Dr Vivek. Police are now looking into how Kayumova continued her stay in India despite the expiry of her travel documents and are probing if more foreign nationals were brought in through similar means. 'Such a racket cannot operate without local assistance. We are identifying everyone involved,' another officer added.
