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Time of India
09-08-2025
- General
- Time of India
Technical snag delays biometric enrolment of refugees
1 2 Aizawl: Biometric enrolment of refugees from Myanmar and Bangladesh using 'Foreigners Identification Portal & Biometric Enrolment' (FIP&BE) has been proceeding at snail's pace in all the 11 districts of Mizoram with biometric data of only 1,947 refugees being collected till Friday evening, state home department officials said on Saturday. The biometric enrolment exercise has commenced from last week of July with the first district beginning on July 28 and majority of the districts commencing on July 30 and July 31. There are around 32,000 refugees from Myanmar and nearly 3,000 refugees from Bangladesh taking shelter in the state. While Myanmar refugees are taking refuge in all the 11 districts, refugees from Chittagong Hill Tracts in Bangladesh are taking shelter mainly in Lawngtlai district of southern Mizoram bordering both Myanmar and Bangladesh, adjoining Lunglei district as well as Thenzawl town of central Mizoram's Serchhip district. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Raksha Bandhan wishes , messages and quotes !
Express Tribune
09-08-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
British equestrian-rider Sarah Yorke, 37, dies following a tragic fall at an eventing trial
Tragedy struck at the Aston-le-Walls Horse Trials in Northamptonshire on, when British rider Sarah Yorke, 37, tragically passed away following a fall during a competition. Yorke, a primary school teacher and mother to a seven-year-old daughter, fell at the third fence in the showjumping phase of the event, a discipline that is part of the three-stage equestrian sport of eventing, which also includes cross-country and dressage. Medical professionals attended to Yorke immediately after the fall, but, despite their best efforts, she could not be saved. Her horse, MGH HERA, was examined by on-site vets and was found to be uninjured. The mare was safely walked back to the stables following the incident. Yorke was competing at the BE100 level, a division designed for grassroots riders and horses to gain experience. It was their first competition together at this level. Recently, Yorke had celebrated a victory with MGH HERA at the BE90 class at Swalcliffe Park in Oxfordshire just a month prior. The three-day event at Aston-le-Walls, which was set to conclude the following day, was canceled after the fatal accident. However, the equestrian center confirmed that an unrelated event would continue as scheduled. British Eventing (BE) expressed its profound sorrow over Yorke's passing, with Chief Executive Rosie Williams offering condolences to her family and friends. "The thoughts of the entire eventing community are with them at this incredibly difficult time," Williams said. The organization also confirmed that a full investigation into the incident would be conducted in accordance with their protocols. Tributes from the eventing community have flooded in for Yorke, praising her vibrant personality and talent. British Eventing also emphasized the importance of supporting one another through this challenging moment for the community. Further details on the incident have not been disclosed to respect the family's privacy.
Wales Online
09-08-2025
- Sport
- Wales Online
British horse rider tragically dies aged 37 after fatal fall as event cancelled
British horse rider tragically dies aged 37 after fatal fall as event cancelled Sarah Yorke was competing in the Aston-le-Wales Horse Trials in Northamptonshire when the incident occurred Sarah Yorke has tragically passed away at the age of 37 (Image: Instagram/allegros_adventures) A British equestrian competitor has tragically died following a fall during the Aston-le-Walls Horse Trials in Northamptonshire. Sarah Yorke, 37, a primary school teacher and mother to a seven-year-old daughter, suffered the fatal accident on Friday. She was taking part in the showjumping stage of the multi-discipline eventing contest when she fell at the third fence. Yorke was competing at BE100 level for the first time with her horse, MGH Hera, a division designed for grassroots riders to gain experience. British Eventing (BE) said medical professionals attended immediately after the fall but 'tragically, she could not be saved'. Her horse was assessed by vets at the scene, walked back to the stable and found to be uninjured. Article continues below The three-day competition at Aston-le-Walls was abandoned following the incident. Yorke, from Oxfordshire, had recently enjoyed success with MGH Hera, winning the BE90 class at Swalcliffe Park last month. BE chief executive Rosie Williams said: 'On behalf of everyone at British Eventing, I would like to express our deepest condolences to Sarah's family and friends.' Article continues below She added: 'The thoughts of the entire eventing community are with them at this incredibly difficult time.' British Eventing said a full review of the incident will be carried out and urged competitors to support each other. The BE Support Trust helpline is available 24/7 on 07780 008877.
Scottish Sun
09-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
British riding star, 37, tragically dies after horror fall at fence while competing at horse trials
Tributes have poured in for the talented athlete JUMP TRAGEDY British riding star, 37, tragically dies after horror fall at fence while competing at horse trials Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) HORSE riding star Sarah Yorke has died aged 37 after falling in a competition. The devastating accident happened yesterday at Aston-le-Walls Horse Trials in Northamptonshire. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Sarah Yorke tragically died in a horse-riding accident Credit: Instagram 3 The heartbreaking accident happened yesterday at Aston-le-Walls Horse Trials Credit: Instagram Sarah fell at the third fence in the showjumping part of the eventing contest, a multi-stage equestrian sport which also has cross-country and dressage elements. Medical professionals attended immediately following her fall at fence 3 but she could not be saved. Her horse, MGH HERA, was assessed by the on-site veterinary team, walked back to the stable, and is uninjured. Rosie Williams, Chief Executive of British Eventing (BE), expressed the organisation's condolences: 'On behalf of everyone at British Eventing, I would like to express our deepest condolences to Sarah's family and friends. Read More in Sport 'BACK HOME' De Gea set to finally get long overdue Man Utd send-off with emotional return "The thoughts of the entire eventing community are with them at this incredibly difficult time.' Tributes have since poured in for Sarah on the official social media pages for British Eventing. One wrote on Facebook: "Sarah I am going to miss your smile, you brought energy everywhere you went. "You are one of a kind and bloody good friend and you will wear the brightest angel wings. "I have few words only tears at this very sad time. Another said: "Heartbreaking. Deepest condolences to Sarah's family and friends." The BE statement added that 'a full review of the incident will now be undertaken by British Eventing in line with our established protocols'. British Eventing has emphasised the importance of community support during this difficult time. Sarah and her horse were competing at the BE100 level of the competition for their first time together. The division was designed for grassroots riders and horses to gain experience. She was fresh off a win last month with her seven-year-old horse, in the BE90 class at trials at the Swalcliffe Park equestrian centre, near Banbury, Oxfordshire. The BE Support Trust helpline, which is staffed by trained professionals, is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, on 07780 008877.
Time of India
03-08-2025
- General
- Time of India
‘Biometric enrolment of refugees underway across all Mizoram dists'
Aizawl: All 11 districts in Mizoram have started biometric enrolment of over 32,000 refugees from Myanmar and more than 2,000 refugees from Bangladesh, state home department officials said on Sunday. Officials in Champhai district, which hosts the largest number of Myanmar refugees (13,586), had reported technical snags when the exercise began on Thursday, but expressed optimism that the process will run smoothly, starting from Monday. In Lawngtlai district, which borders both Myanmar and Bangladesh, biometric data collection began on Thursday at Chanmari relief camp. Officials reported collection of biometric data from 152 refugees (45 males, 58 females, and 49 children). Lawngtlai hosts the second largest number of refugees from Myanmar and over 2,000 from Bangladesh. Adjoining Siaha district, hosting the third largest number of refugees from Myanmar, also started the process on Friday and will continue this week. Lawngtlai and central Mizoram's Serchhip district are the only two districts providing shelter to refugees from both Myanmar and Bangladesh. Serchhip's Thenzawl town is currently home to 266 refugees from Bangladesh. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The Most Beautiful Female Athletes Right Now Undo by Taboola by Taboola State home department officials said although the ministry of home affairs (MHA) is slated to bear all expenses for biometric enrolment, using the 'Foreigners Identification Portal & Biometric Enrolment' (FIP&BE), the state govt has allocated Rs 38 lakh as initial expenditure. This was done after the MHA instructed the state govt to begin the process by July. According to the latest govt records, a total of 32,504 displaced people from Myanmar are currently in Mizoram. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Friendship Day wishes , messages and quotes !
