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Hindustan Times
15-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Days after Suhas Shetty murder, government plans expansion of anti-communal force in state
The state government will soon expand its soon-to-be-launched anti-communal force beyond the coastal districts to other regions witnessing communal tensions, home minister G Parameshwara said on Wednesday. The force, initially announced for Dakshina Kannada and Udupi, is expected to be operational in the coming weeks and will have the authority to intervene independently while working in close coordination with local law enforcement. 'I had asked the Director General of Police to send a proposal in this regard, and I am told that they have sent the proposal. We will examine it and approve it at the government level. Initially, I announced it for two districts, now we may extend it to any districts where there are communal issues,' Parameshwara said. The task force is being created along the lines of the Anti-Naxal Force (ANF), which was set up in the past to tackle Maoist activities. With the ANF now being gradually scaled down due to declining insurgent activity, some of its personnel will be redeployed into the new anti-communal unit, the minister said. The force will be headed by a senior officer of the rank of Inspector General of Police or above and is intended to function as a specialised unit equipped to manage hate-driven violence. 'In the government, we have taken a decision to constitute an anti-communal force within the police department. Earlier, when the Maoist activities were there, we created an anti-Naxal force, on the same lines, we want to create an anti-communal force, just to see that the society is peaceful,' the home minister said. The announcement follows the murder of Suhas Shetty on May 1 near the Bajpe bus stand in Mangaluru. Shetty was the main accused in the 2022 killing of Mohammed Fazil in Surathkal — a murder widely believed to be a retaliatory act following the killing of BJP youth wing member Praveen Nettaru. The Mangaluru city Crime Branch have arrested three men in connection with the murder. The accused, identified as Azaruddin alias Azar alias Ajju (29), Abdul Khader alias Noufal (24) and Vamanjoor Noushad alias Chotte Noushad (39), were arrested during the last two days, police said. With the fresh arrests, a total of 11 people have been arrested in connection with the murder so far, police said. The Congress government, soon after coming to power in 2023, had formed an Anti-Communal Wing (ACW) in Mangaluru to tackle rising cases of moral policing and hate crimes. The establishment of the anti-communal force is seen as a larger, more structured extension of that effort, and could eventually replace or absorb the ACW framework as it scales across districts. Asked whether the new force will handle moral policing cases, the home minister clarified that only incidents with communal undertones would come under its purview. 'If it is just a social problem, regular police will look into it. If it is communal in nature or ends up in communal issues, then we will definitely entrust it to an anti-communal force,' he said. The task force will not only act on its own intelligence but will also rely on coordination with local police units to track and intervene in sensitive areas, he said. With PTI inputs
Time of India
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mark Henry and WWE ID bring a major wrestling event to ACW
(Image Via WWE ID) A huge wrestling event is arriving in the Caribbean, and it is going to be a very special one. WWE Hall of Famer Mark Henry has joined hands with WWE via his company All Caribbean Wrestling , also called ACW. Together, they are bringing WWE's ID Program to the region. This program is made to discover and support new wrestling talent from around the world. The event will occur live on Saturday, June 28, 2025 at the Baha Mar Hotel in Nassau, Bahamas. The most exciting part of this event will be a WWE ID Match. It will be the first-ever match of its kind in the Caribbean. The WWE ID Program is already helping new wrestlers in other places. Now, for the first time, young and rising wrestlers from the Caribbean will get a chance to show what they can do. WWE and ACW join forces for talent discovery Mark Henry is not only a WWE legend but also the owner of All Caribbean Wrestling. He has always wanted to give new wrestlers a chance to grow. Now with WWE joining ACW, he is doing exactly that. The most anticipated match of the night will be between Gal Barkay and JTG. Gal Barkay is already signed with WWE through the ID Program. JTG is a former WWE Superstar who fans remember from the popular tag team Cryme Tyme. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Google Brain Co-Founder Andrew Ng, Recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo This match is important because if JTG wins, he will automatically get a WWE ID contract. That means he could once again join WWE's training and development system and possibly return to WWE. This rule makes the match even more exciting and full of meaning. 'This match in itself is historic,' said Mark Henry. 'It's a symbol of opportunity. ACW is committed to showcasing elite talent, and this partnership with WWE only strengthens that mission.' Exciting matches are planned for the historic night Besides the WWE ID Match, the event will feature many other exciting matches. The ACW Championship match will see current champion Elijah Burke, also known as The Pope, defend his title against Prince Agballah, who is the leader of the Nu Nation group. This main event promises to be full of action and drama. Another match to watch is Kenny King versus Marty Scurll. These two have had problems for a while, and now they will settle it in the ring. In the women's division, Cassandra Golden will battle Jayme Jameson in a match that fans are looking forward to. There will also be a title match between women's champion Kaylia Capri and Aleah James. Both are known for WWE's NXT and NXT UK brands. The show will also feature the popular local team The Baha Boyz who will be performing in front of their home fans. Also Read : Mark Henry has signed a new WWE Legends/ Nostalgia contract The partnership of Mark Henry with WWE is a big moment for wrestling in the Caribbean. This event gives new wrestlers a chance to shine and maybe even earn a place in WWE. With great matches and huge possibilities, the June 28 event is something every wrestling fan should watch.
Zawya
31-01-2025
- Business
- Zawya
South Africa: Enko Education Raises $24mln to Expand Its Network of African International Schools
Enko Education, a group of African International Schools, announces the closure of a $24M equity investment from Africa Capitalworks (ACW) and returning investor Adiwale Fund I (Adiwale), to execute its large-scale acquisition strategy across the continent and triple its student body to reach 20,000 learners by 2029. A Critical Milestone to Support Africa's Education Ecosystem While many young people across the continent aspire to pursue higher education, access remains a significant challenge, with only 9% of African students advancing to tertiary education compared to a global average of 40%. Enko Education's African International Schools bridge the gap by offering primary and secondary education that prepares learners for university admission. The group has pioneered its African International School of Choice model, delivering progressive education based on three core pillars: Africa, the World, and the Future. Since the launch of its first school in 2014 in Cameroon, Enko Education has built a network of 16 African International Schools, welcoming over 7,000 students across 10 countries in sub-Saharan Africa. This approach has yielded remarkable outcomes: Enko Education's 1,700 graduates have gained admission to more than 500 prestigious universities worldwide, including Yale College in the United States, Sciences Po and École Polytechnique in France, the University of Toronto in Canada, the African Leadership University in Rwanda, and the Capital University of Economics and Business in China. ' We are thrilled to collaborate with ACW and continue our partnership with Adiwale to accelerate Enko Education's growth. With this support, we aim to increase access to quality education for a growing number of learners in Africa and pave the way for their admission to the world's top universities,' says Cyrille Nkontchou, co-founder and non-executive Chairman of Enko Education. 20,000 Students Across Africa by 202 9 Through an Ambitious Acquisition Strategy Eric Pignot, co-founder and CEO, states: ' With the investment from ACW and Adiwale, we will focus our strategy on acquisitions to expand our family of schools. Enko Education has become the ideal partner for school owners in Africa who wish to entrust their institutions to a group that respects their vision and legacy while providing the resources needed for growth and success. ' The group's growth strategy relies on the acquisition of schools having the potential to become African International Schools of Choice. Enko Education has already demonstrated its ability to integrate a diverse range of schools while maintaining high academic standards, as evidenced by the recent integration of École Bilingue Avenir in Senegal and Cours Lumière in Togo. ' ACW is committed to supporting Enko Education's ambitious large-scale buy-and-build strategy. Our investment reflects our goal of backing high-growth, high-impact companies on the continent.' shared Grégoire Fredet, Partner at ACW. ' Our support will help the company's aim to consolidate the fragmented market of K12 schools on the continent, by developing the largest buildup of international schools in Africa. We are proud to contribute to this ambitious educational project, combining economic performance with social impact', declared Jean-Marc Savi de Tové, Managing Partner at Adiwale. With this new funding, the group is determined to continue its growth across the continent, consolidating its presence in existing markets and expanding into countries with strong potential.
