First 100 days of Modi government disappointing: Congress

New Delhi, Sep 2 (IANS) The Congress said Tuesday the first 100 days of the Narendra Modi-led NDA government were “disappointing” and the people of the country had been “misled”. “Modi is a dream merchant, who came to power by selling false hopes,” Congress leader Anand Sharma said at a press conference here and dismissed the […]

Megid ousts Aparajitha to make semis

Chennai, Sep 2 (IANS) Farah Abdel Megid from Egypt defeated Aparajitha Balamurukan 11-3, 11-5, 10-12, 11-4 in the quarter-finals to end the Indian challenge in the individual events of the World University Squash Championship at the Indian Squash Academy (ISA) courts here Tuesday. Aparajitha scripted her own downfall with repeated unforced errors, mostly failing to judge […]

Now I can beat anyone: Priyanka Chopra

New Delhi, Sep 2 (IANS) No, Priyanka Chopra is not talking about the box office competition, but about actually beating up someone physically! And the actress strongly feels that every woman should learn some form of self-defence. Priyanka may have now lost all the muscle she built up for her role as five-time boxing champion M.C. […]

Jamie Briggs & Duncan Gay med rel: Delivering infrastructure for a new Western Sydney airport: Bringelly Road design improvements released

The Australian and NSW Governments are getting on with building a stronger and more prosperous Western Sydney with new design improvements for the 10 kilometre Bringelly Road upgrade now available for community feedback. Assistant Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development Jamie Briggs said the Australian and New South Wales governments had committed $509 million towards […]

Matthew Mason-Cox med rel: Don’t be a Tool – Tips to stay safe with DIY

NSW Fair Trading Minister, Matthew Mason-Cox, today is urging do-it-yourself enthusiasts to proceed with caution when doing work around the home or under their vehicle this Father’s Day. “DIY gadgets are popular purchases for Father’s Day and many dads, me included, will be tempted to try out the new gadgets and do maintenance and improvements […]

Hon Albert Jacob BEnvDes M.Arch JP MLA — Community grants to help increase recycling

Nine community projects that aim to reduce waste and increase recycling will share in $72,315 in State Government grants. Announcing the successful grant recipients today, Environment Minister Albert Jacob said the community projects would be awarded between $1,000 and $19,907 to fund recycling, reuse and community education initiatives. “The recipients of this Community Grants Scheme […]

Seniors Week Grants – Apply Now

$200,000 is available for the 2015 NSW Seniors Week grants program with applications closing on 19 September for applicants including community groups and councils. “This year grants are available up to $5,000 per applicant, a great initiative from the NSW Government for the seniors in our community,” said Geoff Lee, Member for Parramatta. “This is our opportunity to […]

Dominic Perrottet med rel: Funding boost for return to work program

NSW Minister for Finance and Services Dominic Perrottet today announced a $2 million dollar injection for a return to work program for people who have suffered spinal-cord injuries. Mr Perrottet said the NSW Government would continue to fund the Lifetime Care and Support Authority’s (LTCSA) In-Voc Program for an additional five years, following an almost […]

Hon Dean Nalder BBus GradDip(AppFin&Inv) MLA — Strategic leadership for southern ports’ future

Transport Minister Dean Nalder today announced the appointment of an independent chair of the board for the soon-to-be established Southern Ports Authority. Mr Nalder has appointed Roger Hussey as inaugural chair of the new board, and Neema Premji, who had been serving interim chair-elect, as deputy chair. The Minister said the decision was based both […]