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News18
29-06-2025
- Sport
- News18
Naushad Moosa To Stay At NorthEast United FC Until 2027 As Technical Director
Last Updated: Naushad Moosa has extended his contract with NorthEast United FC until 2027 and has been appointed as the club's Technical Director. Indian Super League (ISL) side NorthEast United FC (NEUFC) announced that Naushad Moosa has extended his contract, securing his presence at the club until the end of the 2027 season. Moosa, 53, who previously served as the first-team assistant coach and reserve team head coach, has been appointed as the Technical Director of NorthEast United FC. This shift in Moosa's role will enable the current India U-23 men's national team coach to concentrate more on youth development, dedicating additional time to the club's reserve team alongside his national team duties. As Technical Director, Moosa will lead the club's reserve team while overseeing the youth development structure at NorthEast United FC, focusing on creating a robust pathway for young players to ensure long-term sustainability and success for the club's grassroots and developmental programs. Moosa, a former India international, has been instrumental in the club's recent youth-level achievements. Under his leadership, the reserve team won the prestigious Sikkim Governor's Gold Cup, finished as runners-up in the 70th Bharat Ratna Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi Trophy, and reached the National Group Stage of the Reliance Foundation Development League (RFDL). Mandar Tamhane, CEO of NorthEast United FC, emphasised Moosa's vital role in the club's youth development programme. He stated, 'As Technical Director, Moosa will play a pivotal role in shaping our youth development programme. His continued involvement with our reserve team allows him to nurture future first-team talent while also fulfilling his responsibilities with the national side, especially with the 2026 Asian Games and AFC U-23 Asian Cup Qualifiers on the horizon. This arrangement serves the best interest of both club and country." Reflecting on his contract renewal, Moosa expressed, 'It means a lot to me to stay at this club for another two years. This place has become like a second home, the people, the supporters, the staff, it's more than just football, it's family. It's been an incredible journey, and I'm grateful to keep being part of it." Regarding his new role as Technical Director, Moosa shared his readiness for the next chapter, seeing it as an opportunity to significantly impact youth development. He added, 'Stepping into the role of Technical Director is a new challenge, and one I take on with real pride. It's a big responsibility, but also a chance to give back to a club that's given me so much. I'll be doing everything I can to help shape the future, support the players and coaches, and ensure we keep moving in the right direction together."
TimesLIVE
22-06-2025
- General
- TimesLIVE
'Economic crisis driving vulnerable youth into exploitive relationships': shelter movement
Economic hardship, gender inequality and social media influence are driving a rise in 'blesser/blessee' relationships between older men and young women and girls, as youth unemployment in the country hits a record high, says the National Shelter Movement of South Africa (NSMSA). NSMSA national co-ordinator Anisa Moosa said the biggest concern about these relationships is their contribution to gender-based violence. 'The dependency of a young girl on a grown man is dangerous, not only for her physical wellbeing but psychologically too,' Moosa said. According to research findings of clinical psychologist Sibongile Sibanyoni, 82.8% of young African women in impoverished areas are engaging in sexual relationships with older men, and there is already evidence of a psychological impact on some of them. She presented the findings of her study in a webinar hosted by the NSMSA in May. Her study uncovered that there was a common thread of early relationships with absent or unreliable caregivers which influenced an individual's ability to form and maintain emotional bonds in adulthood. The lack of financial dependability on caregivers caused the young women to develop a dependency and need for security. 'SA's unemployment rate has steadily increased in the last 10 years, from 25.5% in 2015 to 32.9% in the first quarter of 2025. The unemployment rate has deepened the level of poverty and almost half of the country's population lives below the poverty line,' she said.
Business Recorder
20-06-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
Taxing solar panels to backfire as Pakistan needs time to bolster manufacturing: Experts
Energy experts believe that the imposition of General Sales Tax (GST) on the import of solar panels, regardless of the final tax rate decided by the federal government, will not slow down Pakistan's accelerating transition to renewable energy. Moreover, contrary to the government's assumption that the imposition of GST would promote domestic industry, experts argue that the move would backfire as the local industry remains underdeveloped and is presently unable to meet the market demand. The remarks were made by clean energy experts, industrialists, climate activists, and renewable energy traders during a webinar titled 'Taxing the Sun: Will Solar Still Shine in Pakistan?', jointly organised by Energy Update and Pakistan Solar Association (PSA). During the webinar, participants examined the federal government's recent budgetary proposal to impose GST on solar panels. The government in its federal budget proposed to impose an 18% GST on solar panels imported. This sparked considerable debate; however, after consultations, the government decided to lower the rate to 10%. Waqas Moosa, PSA Chairman, highlighted that the decade from 2020 to 2030 has been globally recognised as a pivotal era for transitioning to clean energy. He indicated that Pakistani consumers would persist in embracing solar energy to power their homes and businesses, regardless of the added cost from GST. Moosa, however, cautioned that Pakistan's local industry is not yet sufficiently developed to meet the growing demand for advanced solar panels in adequate quantity. 'As such, relying solely on local production at this stage could risk stalling progress.' Moosa strongly criticised the proposal to tax imported solar panels, calling it a serious setback to Pakistan's efforts in combating the climate crisis. 'Whether or not a tax is implemented', he said, 'Domestic consumers will continue shifting to solar energy due to persistent power shortages and unaffordable electricity tariffs from the national grid.' Muhammad Zakar Ali, CEO of Inverex Solar Energy, also echoed similar sentiments. He said that the vast majority of electricity users in Pakistan will continue to transition away from grid-supplied electricity, regardless of tax implications. Ali argued that Pakistan needs a minimum of 18-24 months to establish a viable local industry capable of producing clean energy equipment at scale. Imposing a tax prematurely could deter both domestic and international investors, he warned. He further noted that high electricity tariffs for industrial users could discourage investment in solar panel manufacturing plants. Ali, however, remained optimistic that prospective Chinese investors would soon launch joint ventures with Pakistani industrialists to set up such facilities. The Inverex CEO explained that establishing local solar panel manufacturing plants could lead to the development of five supporting vendor industries, significantly boosting the clean energy supply chain in Pakistan. Pakistan's solar surge lifts it into rarefied 25% club Dr Khalid Waleed, Research Associate at the Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI), believed that the surge in rooftop solar installations in urban centres presents an opportunity for Pakistan to earn carbon credits on the global climate finance market. During the webinar, Tanveer Barry, Former Vice President Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI), pointed out that while Pakistan's installed electricity generation capacity exceeds 45,000 megawatts (MW), only around 27,000 MW are currently deliverable to end-users due to outdated and overburdened transmission infrastructure. Barry also highlighted the immense untapped potential for solar energy adoption among off-grid rural households and agricultural communities across the country.
The Print
19-06-2025
- Sport
- The Print
India gear up for Tajikistan test ahead of U-23 Asian Cup qualifiers
Drawn in Group E alongside Bahrain, Qatar and Brunei Darussalam, India will be aiming to qualify for the continental event for the first time when the qualifiers are held in September. The match will be played at the Hisor Central Stadium near Dushanbe, with the second fixture against Kyrgyz Republic scheduled for Saturday. New Delhi, Jun 17 (PTI) India men's football team will take on hosts Tajikistan in a friendly match on Wednesday, kicking off a crucial two-match tour that serves as preparation for the AFC U-23 Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers later this year. The ongoing tour is seen as a vital tune-up in terms of acclimatisation, team cohesion, and tactical fine-tuning. The Naushad Moosa-coached 23-member squad had been in camp in Kolkata since June 1 before flying out to Dushanbe. After arriving in the Tajik capital on Monday evening, the team held a mobility session Tuesday morning and followed it up with a 90-minute evening training session at the venue, which is located around 25 kilometres from the city. Tajikistan U23s were last in action in November 2024 when they lost two friendlies against United Arab Emirates, both by a 0-3 margin. At the AFC U23 Asian Cup 2024, Tajikistan were knocked out in the group stage after defeats to Iraq and Saudi Arabia and a win over Thailand. Moosa, however, is not reading too much into past results and is focused on the task at hand. 'We know Tajikistan are a strong team. They qualified for the U23 Asian Cup last year and also did well at the senior Asian Cup,' Moosa stated in AIFF website. 'The players will, of course, be different tomorrow. The coach has changed. We just have to go out there and do our job right,' added Moosa. Despite Dushanbe being located 700 metres above sea level, the weather is hot at this time of the year, soaring to almost 40 degrees during the day. What the Blue Colts mainly have to adjust to is the artificial turf surface of the Hisor Central Stadium, located 25 kilometres from the city of Dushanbe. Moosa hoped for a good turnout at the 20,000-capacity venue. 'The weather is pretty warm. It's normal for us. It's always good to have supporters in the stands. We would love to have them cheer for us,' said Moosa. 'Most of our players are coming here for the first time, so it would be great motivation for them. I think the last time the Indian senior team played in Tajikistan, there were a lot of Indian fans in the stadium, so let's hope for the same.' This tour marks Moosa's second assignment with the India U-23 side, having previously overseen their two friendlies against Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur last year. The 53-year-old has been building momentum and instilling belief in the squad during this ongoing preparation phase. 'The boys are very eager for tomorrow. I've been talking to them about how important these games will be for us,' added Moosa. Kickoff: 8:30pm IST. PTI TAP APA APA This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
India Gazette
17-06-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
Naushad Moosa's U23 boys all set for Tajikistan test
New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): The India U23 men's team have arrived in Tajikistan to play two friendly matches against the hosts and the Kyrgyz Republic. The Blue Colts will first take on Tajikistan on Wednesday at the Hisor Central Stadium at 20:30 IST. Led by head coach Naushad Moosa, the India U23s had been camping in Kolkata since June 1 before travelling to the Central Asian nation. After landing in the capital Dushanbe on Monday evening, Moosa's 23-member squad had a mobility session on Tuesday morning and will hold a 90-minute training session in the evening. On June 21, India will meet the Kyrgyz Republic in the second game. 'The boys are very eager for tomorrow. I've been talking to them about how important these games will be for us,' said Moosa, for whom it's his second tour with the U23 team, after coaching them in two friendlies against Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur last year. For the Blue Colts, these matches in Tajikistan are part of their preparations for the AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers that will be held in September. India will face Bahrain, Qatar and Brunei Darussalam as they aim to qualify for the U23 continental event for the first time. Despite Dushanbe being located 700 metres above sea level, the weather is hot at this time of the year, soaring to almost 40 degrees during the day. What the Blue Colts mainly have to adjust to is the artificial turf surface of the Hisor Central Stadium, located 25 kilometres from the city of Dushanbe. Moosa hoped for a good turnout at the 20,000-capacity venue. 'The weather is pretty warm. It's normal for us. It's always good to have supporters in the stands. We would love to have them cheer for us. Most of our players are coming here for the first time, so it would be great motivation for them. I think the last time the Indian senior team played in Tajikistan, there were a lot of Indian fans in the stadium, so let's hope for the same,' said the 53-year-old. Tajikistan U23s were last in action in November 2024 when they lost two friendlies against the United Arab Emirates, both by a 0-3 margin. At the AFC U23 Asian Cup 2024, Tajikistan were knocked out in the group stage after defeats to Iraq and Saudi Arabia and a win over Thailand. But the team structure changes every year in youth football, and Moosa expects a different yet strong challenge on Wednesday. 'We know Tajikistan are a strong team. They qualified for the U23 Asian Cup last year and also did well at the senior Asian Cup. The players will, of course, be different tomorrow. The coach has changed. We just have to go out there and do our job right,' said Moosa. (ANI)
