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Fashion Network
2 days ago
- Business
- Fashion Network
Next abruptly closes owned Sri Lanka factory
UK fashion retail giant Next has 'abruptly' shuttered one of its three Sri Lankan factories with the loss of 1,400 jobs. A trade union official is quoted as saying that over 800 of its members were out of work, as the annoucement sparked protests, according to online publication EasternEye. Next Manufacturing – a subsidiary of Next – confirmed it is closing the factory in response to high operating costs. The factory in the island's Katunayake Free Trade Zone, just outside the capital Colombo, announced its immediate closure and promised severance deals to 1,416 workers made redundant overnight. David Reay, director of manufacturing at Next, said the plant had been unprofitable for several years and that he had no alternative but to close it. 'At the heart of this decision is the increasingly high operating cost of the Katunayake manufacturing plant,' Reay said in a statement, adding the company will continue to operate two other factories on the island. The Free Trade Zones and General Services Employees Union rejected the claim that the factory was unviable with its general secretary Anton Marcus saying: 'The decision to close without any consultation with us is a violation of a collective agreement.' Last month, Sri Lanka's apparel industry warned that threatened US tariffs would disrupt the island's largest export sector and place thousands of jobs at risk. The report said Sri Lanka exported $4.76 billion (£3.76 billion) worth of garments last year, up from £3.58 billion the previous year. The industry employs about 350,000 workers and is a key foreign exchange earner.
Fashion Network
3 days ago
- Business
- Fashion Network
Next abruptly closes owned Sri Lanka factory
UK fashion retail giant Next has 'abruptly' shuttered one of its three Sri Lankan factories with the loss of 1,400 jobs. A trade union official is quoted as saying that over 800 of its members were out of work, as the annoucement sparked protests, according to online publication EasternEye. Next Manufacturing – a subsidiary of Next – confirmed it is closing the factory in response to high operating costs. The factory in the island's Katunayake Free Trade Zone, just outside the capital Colombo, announced its immediate closure and promised severance deals to 1,416 workers made redundant overnight. David Reay, director of manufacturing at Next, said the plant had been unprofitable for several years and that he had no alternative but to close it. 'At the heart of this decision is the increasingly high operating cost of the Katunayake manufacturing plant,' Reay said in a statement, adding the company will continue to operate two other factories on the island. The Free Trade Zones and General Services Employees Union rejected the claim that the factory was unviable with its general secretary Anton Marcus saying: 'The decision to close without any consultation with us is a violation of a collective agreement.' Last month, Sri Lanka's apparel industry warned that threatened US tariffs would disrupt the island's largest export sector and place thousands of jobs at risk. The report said Sri Lanka exported $4.76 billion (£3.76 billion) worth of garments last year, up from £3.58 billion the previous year. The industry employs about 350,000 workers and is a key foreign exchange earner.
Fashion Network
3 days ago
- Business
- Fashion Network
Next abruptly closes owned Sri Lanka factory
UK fashion retail giant Next has 'abruptly' shuttered one of its three Sri Lankan factories with the loss of 1,400 jobs. A trade union official is quoted as saying that over 800 of its members were out of work, as the annoucement sparked protests, according to online publication EasternEye. Next Manufacturing – a subsidiary of Next – confirmed it is closing the factory in response to high operating costs. The factory in the island's Katunayake Free Trade Zone, just outside the capital Colombo, announced its immediate closure and promised severance deals to 1,416 workers made redundant overnight. David Reay, director of manufacturing at Next, said the plant had been unprofitable for several years and that he had no alternative but to close it. 'At the heart of this decision is the increasingly high operating cost of the Katunayake manufacturing plant,' Reay said in a statement, adding the company will continue to operate two other factories on the island. The Free Trade Zones and General Services Employees Union rejected the claim that the factory was unviable with its general secretary Anton Marcus saying: 'The decision to close without any consultation with us is a violation of a collective agreement.' Last month, Sri Lanka's apparel industry warned that threatened US tariffs would disrupt the island's largest export sector and place thousands of jobs at risk. The report said Sri Lanka exported $4.76 billion (£3.76 billion) worth of garments last year, up from £3.58 billion the previous year. The industry employs about 350,000 workers and is a key foreign exchange earner.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Mukul Dev had spoken about escaping death once during his training to become a pilot: 'We were rookies and had no idea how to land'
Actor Mukul Dev passed away on May 23 at the age of 54. His sudden demise left everyone shocked. While the industry mourns his demise, here's recalling the time when once earlier, Mukul had actually escaped death. The actor had revealed that he was training to be a pilot and infact, he had also cleared his exam. He revealed that he scored the fourth rank among many pilots across the country and was thrilled to be a commercial pilot. Not many are aware that Mukul was a pilot before he became an actor. He said in an interview with Eastern Eye, "I was a pilot before I became an actor. So I will never forget clearing my flying academy exams and getting a scholarship to become a commercial pilot. I could have not have asked for anything better. I was ranked number four among so many pilots across the country, from one of the best training schools called Indira Gandhi Udaan Academy. I was so thrilled to know that I would be a commercial pilot." He had also revealed that he flew his first solo flight in 1991. However, it was during his training days that he escaped death and that's one memory he will never forget. He said, "While training as a pilot, I had another moment which was so memorable. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo It wasn't a happy one though. An emergency occurred when we were flying from Rai Bareilly in the north to the southern coast. And before we hit Trivandrum, there was really bad weather. We were in such a lurch. We were rookies and had no idea how to land. How we managed to land the aircraft that was in a hellish situation in the air is something I can never forget. That was the closest I have been to seeing death right in front of my eyes. I can never forget that. Experiences like that make you more grateful to be alive, so shouldn't be forgotten." Mukul had shot for 'Son Of Sardar 2' which stars Ajay Devgn, Mrunal Thakur. This will now be his last film. Mukul's brother Rahul Dev shared a statement which read, "Our brother Mukul Dev passed away peacefully at New Delhi last night… He's survived by his daughter, Sia Dev. Missed by siblings Rashmi Kaushal and Rahul Dev and nephew Sidhant Dev.' Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Economic Times
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Mukul Dev passes away: Late actor was battling loneliness after parent's death, says close friend Vindu Dara Singh
Agencies Late actor Mukul Dev faced immense loneliness after his parent's demise says friend Vindu Dara Singh. The film and television world was plunged into sorrow as news spread of actor Mukul Dev's unexpected passing in New Delhi. At just 54 years old, the seasoned performer, celebrated for his wide-ranging portrayals in cinema and television, left a void that reverberated across the entertainment industry. His sudden demise stunned colleagues, friends, and admirers, sparking an outpouring of grief. Actor and close friend Vindu Dara Singh, who had shared screen space with Mukul in Son of Sardaar, revealed that Mukul had been silently enduring emotional turmoil. 'After the death of his parents, Mukul had withdrawn into himself. He had put on weight and was battling loneliness. Though he had a daughter, she wasn't staying with him. He was making his comeback with Son of Sardaar 2, but the sad part is he won't be there to see it. It's very tragic news,' he told ETimes. Mukul had always been vocal about the deep emotional connection he shared with his parents. His father, Hari Dev, a respected Assistant Commissioner of Police, passed away in 2019, a loss that seemed to deeply unmoor him. In a revealing 2020 interview with journalist Nandini Sen, Mukul confessed his internal struggles, admitting that he had yet to find inner tranquility. 'I've not learned how to be completely at peace with my surroundings,' he said honestly. 'True peace allows you to see things as they are—that's when enlightenment happens. Relationships test that peace more than anything else.'In various conversations, Mukul often reflected on the wisdom and courage his father had imparted. Speaking to Spotboye, he recalled how their father once hoped both he and his brother would join the police force. 'He taught us valuable life lessons,' Mukul said. A particularly striking memory came up in an Eastern Eye interview, where he remembered his father receiving a bravery medal after single-handedly calming a mob that had encircled a police station in Daryaganj. 'He saved lives that day. That moment is etched in my memory forever,' he shared with mother, too, played an essential role in shaping his soul. She introduced him to the spiritual teachings of Buddhism and the Lotus Sutra, which remained a source of strength for him. During the pandemic, he recalled with fondness how her homemade Punjabi meals brought comfort during the lonely days of isolation. Her unwavering support was legendary in his eyes. 'Whatever I do, my mother believes I do it well. She even says I'm better than Shri Amitabh Bachchan,' he had said with a laugh. On Instagram last year, he had posted a touching tribute to her: 'Souls we all are… always meeting you on the other side. Will miss you until then, Ma.'In the early 2000s, when his career in films slowed down, Mukul found a second wind in television. Shows like Kahani Ghar Ghar Ki and Pyar Zindagi Hai helped him reconnect with audiences. Speaking to Hindustan Times, he credited television with reviving his professional life. He later ventured into Punjabi, Telugu, and Bengali cinema, finding notable acclaim in Punjabi films. 'Punjab is in my blood,' he once remarked, citing his childhood years in Patiala and his family roots near brother, actor Rahul Dev, confirmed Mukul's passing through a heartfelt Instagram post. 'Our brother Mukul Dev passed away peacefully last night in New Delhi. He is survived by his daughter, Sia Dev, and mourned by siblings Rashmi Kaushal, Rahul Dev, and nephew Sidhant Dev. Cremation at 5 PM.'The legacy of Mukul Dev will live on—in the roles he brought to life, the people he touched, and the quiet courage with which he faced life's hardest moments.
