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Daily Mirror
7 hours ago
- Daily Mirror
Brit boy, 6, 'detained on holiday island over £1.6m drug smuggling plot'
The six-year-old boy was reportedly detained along with his mum and five other British nationals at an airport in Mauritius over an alleged drug smuggling plot A six-year-old boy was among six British nationals detained abroad in a huge £1.6million drug-smuggling bust, according to reports. The group were stopped last Sunday at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU), the main international airport in Mauritius, where customs officials allegedly discovered 161kg of cannabis hidden inside their suitcases. The total haul reportedly included 24 packages stashed in the youngster's bag, weighing 14kg. The boy's 35-year-old mum was meanwhile said to be carrying 29 packages, and her Romanian partner another 32 packages. Local officials are said to have estimated the total amount would be equivalent to £1.6million on the local drugs market. Five British women and one man, one Romanian, and a child were all reportedly detained at the scene, with the adults later appearing at a court in Mahebourg to be provisionally charged with drug offences. The adults remain in detention after police requested for them not to be given conditional release, according to Mauritian newspaper Defi Media. Authorities contacted the British High Commission regarding the child's welfare after taking in him and his mother. Reports back in the UK said the boy was flown home on Wednesday, with his dad coming to the airport to collect him. His age has been reported as either six or seven years old. The Mirror has approached the Foreign Office for comment. A spokesperson told The Sun: "We are supporting several British nationals who are detained in Mauritius and are in contact with the local authorities." Customs officers and police are said to have kept a keen eye on the group of passengers from the moment they disembarked from British Airways flight BA 2065 on Sunday, which had arrived from London Gatwick Airport. Multiple police bloodhounds had been stationed in the airport that day as part of an anti-trafficking operation. After being stopped, all of the group's checked baggage, including the child's, was examined with an X-ray scanner, allegedly revealing the presence of the drugs. Authorities in Mauritius described the use of a child for drug trafficking as "inhumane". They added that Apple AirTags were said to have been found with the parcels of drugs, suggesting an organised smuggling operation.
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Three jockeys sent to hospital and one horse fatally injured in horror incident
Three jockeys were rushed to hospital after an horrific incident in which a horse suffered a fatal injury. Lyle Hewitson, Jerry Chau and Karis Teetan were riding in race 5 at Happy Valley, in Hong Kong, on Wednesday, a 5f race handicap. South African Hewitson was riding the 2-1 favourite Seasons Wit, trained by Jamie Richards, when tragedy struck. The horse was being ridden to make a challenge from over a furlong out when he fell 75 yards from the line. Eternal Fortune, ridden by Chau, and Teetan's mount Watch This One were right behind Seasons Wit and were brought down, unable to avoid the stricken favourite. Medics rushed to the aid of the riders who were all transferred to hospital for further assessment. A Hong Kong Jockey Club statement said: 'Lyle Hewitson and Jerry C L Chau are both conscious following the incident. Karis Teetan, who was also dislodged and is conscious, subsequently stood down from his remaining riding engagements. 'The Club's Veterinary Officer reported that Seasons Wit suffered a catastrophic fracture of the left forefetlock and could not be saved following the incident, while Eternal Fortunre and Watch This One were sent to the equine hospital for further examination.' In a further announcement the HKJC said x-rays had revealed that Hewitson had 'fractures of his wrist and suspected ankle, with no other identities injuries and he remains under observation'. The imaging revealed no injuries to Chau who also remained under observation. Teetan was undergoing precautionary imaging.' Mauritian Teetan has become one of the top riders in Hong Kong and was called up to ride the world's top sprinter Ka Ying Rising to win a Group 1 in February when regular partner Zac Purton was sidelined. The rider, who is due to compete in Ascot's Shergar Cup in August, is sixth in the standings with 38 wins. Hewitson, who has ridden 28 winners ,and Chau, 21. had both ridden winners earlier on the card.
The Hindu
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
PM Modi, Mauritian counterpart reaffirm commitment to deepen strategic partnership
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (June 24, 2025) spoke with his Mauritian counterpart, Navinchandra Ramgoolam, as the leaders stressed the unique and special ties between India and Mauritius and reaffirmed their commitment to further deepen the 'Enhanced Strategic Partnership' between the two nations. In a telephonic conversation, they discussed the ongoing cooperation across a broad range of areas, including development partnership, capacity building, defence, maritime security, digital infrastructure, and people-to-people ties, an official statement said. PM Modi appreciated the wholehearted participation of Ramgoolam in the 11th International Day of Yoga, it said. PM Modi reiterated India's steadfast commitment to the development priorities of Mauritius in line with Vision Mahasagar and India's Neighbourhood First policy, it added.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
India-Mauritius relations: PM Modi speaks to Mauritian counterpart; exchanged views on strengthening ties
File photo NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephone conversation on Tuesday with his Mauritian counterpart, Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam, where the two leaders exchanged views on further strengthening the India-Mauritius Enhanced Strategic Partnership and discussed regional developments. 'Pleased to speak with my friend, Prime Minister Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam. We exchanged views on further strengthening India-Mauritius Enhanced Strategic Partnership and regional developments. Mauritius remains a key partner in India's Vision MAHASAGAR and our Neighbourhood First policy,' Prime Minister Modi posted on X following the talks. — narendramodi (@narendramodi) During their conversation, both leaders underlined the special and unique ties between India and Mauritius and reaffirmed their shared commitment to deepening the Enhanced Strategic Partnership. The two prime ministers reviewed ongoing cooperation across several key areas, including development partnership, capacity building, defence, maritime security, digital infrastructure, and people-to-people ties. Prime Minister Modi expressed appreciation for Prime Minister Ramgoolam's enthusiastic participation in the 11th International Day of Yoga . He also reiterated India's strong commitment to supporting Mauritius' development priorities, aligned with Vision MAHASAGAR and India's Neighbourhood First policy. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Switch to UnionBank Rewards Card UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Prime Minister Modi extended an invitation to Prime Minister Ramgoolam for an early visit to India, and both leaders agreed to remain in close contact. Earlier in March, Prime Minister Modi had visited Mauritius for a two-day state visit. After concluding his visit, PM Modi took to social media to convey his gratitude. "I thank PM Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam, the people and Government of Mauritius for the warmth," he posted on X. During this trip, PM Modi was the chief guest at Mauritius' National Day celebrations for the second time, the first being in 2015. As part of the celebrations, President of the Republic of Mauritius Dharambeer Gokhool conferred the 'Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean' (GCSK) award on Prime Minister Modi. It is the highest civilian honour in Mauritius. This marked the first time an Indian leader received this prestigious award.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
PM Modi, Mauritian counterpart reaffirm commitment to deepen strategic partnership
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday spoke with his Mauritian counterpart, Navinchandra Ramgoolam, as the leaders stressed the unique and special ties between India and Mauritius and reaffirmed their commitment to further deepen the ' Enhanced Strategic Partnership ' between the two nations. In a telephonic conversation, they discussed the ongoing cooperation across a broad range of areas, including development partnership, capacity building , defence, maritime security , digital infrastructure , and people-to-people ties, an official statement said. Modi appreciated the wholehearted participation of Ramgoolam in the 11th International Day of Yoga , it said. Modi reiterated India's steadfast commitment to the development priorities of Mauritius in line with Vision MAHASAGAR and India's Neighbourhood First policy, it added. — narendramodi (@narendramodi)
