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3News Mauritius, Republic of Mauritius, Port Louis (2025)

22/09/2025

Navratri, one of Sanatan Dharma’s most vibrant and celebrated festivals, marks nine nights of devotion, dance, and spiritual reflection. Beginning today, the festival honors Goddess Durga in her nine divine forms, each symbolizing strength, courage, and compassion.

Across the country, Navratri takes on different colors. In Gujarat, communities gather for Garba and Dandiya Raas, filling nights with music and dance. In West Bengal, Durga Puja pandals come alive with stunning artistry and devotion. In the south, homes showcase “Bommai Golu” displays, while the north celebrates with Ram Leela performances that culminate in Dussehra, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil.

Navratri is not only about rituals—it’s also about unity, energy, and renewal. Fasting, prayers, and festive gatherings create a space for both spiritual growth and cultural joy. The nine days are often associated with wearing different colors, each representing a unique quality of the Goddess, reminding people to bring those values into their lives.

As Navratri begins, it invites us to celebrate resilience, embrace positivity, and seek the strength to overcome challenges. It’s a time to honor tradition while rejoicing in community spirit. May these nine nights bring peace, prosperity, and happiness to all.

22/09/2025

Shock and fear gripped metro passengers on Sunday evening after 35-year-old Steward Pierre was stabbed during a journey. According to initial reports, the attacker struck at the Belle-Rose station and used the brief stop to escape, leaving passengers in panic. Witnesses described chaotic scenes as commuters rushed for safety while others tried to help the victim.

Pierre was immediately transported to Candos Hospital, where he was admitted to intensive care. His employer, Muzzamil Kataully, expressed grief following the incident: “He has a good job and a hard job. I am deeply saddened by what has happened,” he said.

Responding to the attack, Transport Minister Osman Mahomed described it as “a settling of scores” and assured the public that police had launched a thorough investigation. Officers are now reviewing surveillance footage and questioning witnesses to identify the suspect.

This stabbing comes on the same day Grand-Baie was shaken by another violent episode: a gunman opened fire on an SUV outside a nightclub, scenes that also spread rapidly across social media.

Two incidents of such intensity in a single day have raised pressing concerns about public safety and the growing spectre of violence in Mauritius.

22/09/2025

Shots rang out in Grand-Baie early Sunday, September 21, shattering the calm of the seaside town. Viral footage circulating online shows a man suddenly brandishing a firearm and opening fire on an SUV parked outside a nightclub. The crack of gunfire sent crowds into panic, with terrified voices on the recordings capturing the raw fear in the street.

Police say Safe City surveillance cameras have provided key material for investigators, who are piecing together what happened and who was involved. The violent episode has dominated social media discussions, fueling concern over public safety in one of the island’s busiest nightlife hubs. An official investigation is underway, but for many, the images remain a chilling reminder of how fast chaos can erupt.

21/09/2025

✨🌸 Navratri 2025 Colour Guide is here! 🌸✨

From White on September 22 to Purple on October 1, each day brings a new shade of devotion, energy, and celebration.

Which colour are you most excited to wear? 👇

20/09/2025

Gérard Sanspeur, former Second Deputy Governor, has turned to timeless wisdom to make a pointed observation about modern politics. In a Facebook post this Saturday, he revisits a haunting passage from the Mahabharata. Duryodhana, the prince consumed by ambition, admits: “I know what is right, but I lack the will to follow it. I know what is wrong, but I cannot turn away from it.”

For Sanspeur, this is more than ancient poetry. It is the cry of a man imprisoned by pride and self-interest and, he suggests, an echo of the current political scene. Too many leaders, he writes, recognize their failings yet continue down the same road, drawn by the intoxication of power. Too many dismiss ethics under the pretext of competence or experience.

But Sanspeur reminds his readers that history has its limits. At some point, it is the people’s voice calm, steady, yet unyielding that acts as the modern Krishna, forcing leaders to confront the boundaries they ignore.

In the end, he argues, democracy does not reward those who cling to office at all costs. True dignity lies in knowing when to step aside, before history demands it.

20/09/2025

According to Défi Media the Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam has formally asked BoM Governor Rama Sithanen to resign. The head of government believes the controversy swirling around the central bank has reached a breaking point and that Sithanen must step aside.

R.Sithanen, however, is not going quietly. He has reportedly asked the Prime Minister for a fair hearing, hoping to explain the series of controversies that have engulfed his family in recent weeks. Whether Ramgoolam will grant that meeting remains uncertain.

The Prime Minister is expected to face the media this morning. His press conference is officially meant to highlight the outcomes of his recent state visit to India, but the political storm surrounding the Bank of Mauritius is certain to dominate questioning.

For several weeks, Sithanen has been under mounting pressure. The Deputy Prime Minister has taken public swipes at him, and former Second Deputy Governor Gérard Sanspeur has openly criticized his leadership. Matters escalated further with the emergence of an audiotape involving Sithanen’s son, Tevin, which deepened doubts about the governor’s standing.

Whether he resigns voluntarily or is forced out, the episode highlights the fragile balance between political authority and central bank independence, one now tested at its highest level.

20/09/2025

Former minister Kalpana Koonjoo-Shah is facing a provisional charge of theft following her arrest on Friday, September 19. She was represented at the Terre-Rouge police station by Attorney Akash Aumeer, who firmly rejected the accusations. “My client denies all allegations against her. She has cooperated with investigators,” he told defimedia.info.

According to Aumeer, Koonjoo-Shah has been released on parole and is scheduled to appear before the Pamplemousses court on Monday, September 22.

The case concerns the alleged theft of cosmetic items worth Rs 2,140 from a Riche-Terre hypermarket. The products include Maybelline cosmetics and a Rimmel lip color. Koonjoo-Shah, former Minister of Gender Equality and Family Welfare, maintains her innocence.

15/09/2025

A UK anesthesiologist is facing professional scrutiny after admitting he abandoned a patient mid-surgery to have s*x with a nurse.

Dr. Suhail Anjum, 44, left the operating room during a gall bladder removal at Tameside Hospital in Manchester in September 2023. According to reports, he told colleagues he needed a “comfort break” and asked another doctor to monitor the patient. Instead, he met a nurse in another operating theater, where they were discovered in a “compromising position” by a colleague.

Anjum returned eight minutes later and completed the procedure. The incident resurfaced this year when he applied to resume medical practice in the United Kingdom, prompting a disciplinary hearing to determine whether he remains fit to work.

During the hearing, Anjum admitted the allegations and described his actions as “inexcusable.” He claimed personal stress contributed to his lapse, citing marital strain following the premature birth of his daughter.

The case has sparked wider concerns about patient safety and professional conduct in NHS facilities.

14/09/2025

Scenes of shocking violence erupted in Plaine-Magnien, with a clash between two rival groups spreading rapidly on social media.

A video making the rounds shows individuals armed with sabers confronting each other in broad daylight. The images reveal chaos as one group attacked and ransacked an SUV parked in a narrow alley. The vehicle’s occupants managed to escape before serious harm, but the car was left heavily damaged. Eyewitnesses reported hearing shouts and seeing people scatter in panic as the confrontation escalated.

The footage has sparked outrage online, raising questions about public safety and the easy circulation of weapons. Police are investigating the incident to identify those involved and prevent further acts of violence in the region.

11/09/2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Mauritius Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam held bilateral talks in Varanasi.

PM Modi said the package would strengthen infrastructure, create jobs, and improve healthcare facilities in Mauritius. He also announced academic collaborations, with IIT Madras and the Indian Institute of Plantation Management signing agreements with the University of Mauritius. “These agreements will take our partnership in research, education, and innovation to new heights. A free, open, secure, stable, and prosperous Indian Ocean is our common priority,” Modi said.

India reaffirmed its role as a maritime security partner for Mauritius. Modi highlighted training for Mauritian officers, the refitting of its coast guard ship in India, and a new pact on hydrographic cooperation, including a five-year joint survey of the Exclusive Economic Zone. He underscored India’s support for Mauritius’ sovereignty and decolonization efforts.

Modi congratulated Ramgoolam and the people of Mauritius on the conclusion of the Chagos agreement, calling it a “historic victory” for the nation’s sovereignty. “India has always supported decolonisation and the full recognition of Mauritius’s sovereignty. And in this, India has stood firmly with Mauritius,” he said.

Energy and sustainability formed another key focus. Modi said India was providing 100 electric buses to Mauritius and supporting the construction of a 17.5-megawatt floating solar plant at Tamarind Falls. He also announced the establishment of a Directorate of Science and Technology in Mauritius and training modules under Mission Karmayogi.

Calling Mauritius a family-like partner under India’s “Neighbourhood First” and “Vision Mahasagar” policies, Modi said the summit reflected deep-rooted civilizational and cultural ties. Ramgoolam will visit Ayodhya on Friday after participating in cultural programs in Varanasi, including prayers at the Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple.

The summit, officials said, reviewed bilateral cooperation across development, energy, technology, and the blue economy, marking a milestone in India-Mauritius ties.

11/09/2025

Today, September 11, 2025, we remember the morning when America was struck by unimaginable horror. Twenty-four years ago, Al Qaeda terrorists, led by Osama bin Laden, turned passenger planes into weapons. The World Trade Center fell, the Pentagon burned, and a quiet field in Pennsylvania became the final battleground of brave passengers who refused to let terror claim more lives.

Nearly 3,000 people died mothers, fathers, children, friends. The grief was overwhelming, but so too was the courage. Firefighters and police officers charged into collapsing towers. Strangers helped strangers escape the smoke and rubble. In the face of cruelty, humanity rose.

The attacks reshaped the world. Governments passed sweeping security measures, from the creation of the Department of Homeland Security to the expansion of surveillance programs. Wars were launched in Afghanistan and Iraq, changing global geopolitics and altering the lives of millions. Socially, fear and suspicion surged; communities grappled with Islamophobia, heightened security, and the balance between safety and civil liberties. Political discourse shifted, as national security became central to elections and policy decisions worldwide.

Bin Laden hoped to break America. Instead, he ignited a global struggle against terrorism that continues to define international relations. While Osama bin Laden is gone and Al Qaeda fractured, the memory of that day endures. September 11 is not just history it is a turning point, a moment that forever changed the political and social landscape of the world.

11/09/2025

Charlie Kirk, the conservative activist and co-founder of Turning Point USA, was fatally shot Wednesday while speaking at Utah Valley University in Orem. Authorities described the incident as a targeted rooftop attack that has triggered a nationwide outcry.

The Utah Department of Public Safety, working with the FBI, said the gunman fired a single round into the Sorensen Center courtyard, striking Kirk in the neck. Witness videos show the 31-year-old collapsing as audience members screamed and fled. He was pronounced dead shortly afterward.

“This is a dark day for our state. It’s a tragic day for our nation,” said Gov. Spencer Cox, calling the killing a “political assassination.”

No suspect was in custody late Wednesday, though officials confirmed a manhunt is underway for a new person of interest. Two people initially detained were later cleared and released.

President Donald Trump, a close ally of Kirk, called the assassination “a dark day for America” and vowed to unveil a broader plan to confront political violence.

Kirk had become one of the GOP’s most prominent young voices, credited with mobilizing students and advancing Trump-era populism in the digital age.

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