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The Hindu
10-05-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
Indian sports wrap, May 10: Anahat, Veer, Abhay advance to the second round of Squash World Championships
SQUASH Squash World Championships: Anahat, Veer, Abhay advance to the second round Anahat Singh, Veer Chotrani, Abhay Singh and Ramit Tandon made it to the second round of Squash World Championships while Velavan Senthilkumar was knocked out in Chicago on Friday. Results - Anahat Singh (IND) bt. [32] Marina Stefanoni (USA)3-2: 10-12, 11-9, 6-11, 11-6, 11-6 (51m) Veer Chotrani (IND) bt. [23] Declan James (ENG)3-1: 11-9, 9-11, 12-10, 16-14 (62m) [3] Diego Elias (PER) bt. Velavan Senthilkumar (IND)3-1: 7-11, 11-7, 11-5, 11-3 (40m) [30] Ramit Tandon (IND) bt. Ryunosuke Tsukue (JPN)3-1: 10-12, 11-7, 13-11, 11-7 (53m) Abhay Singh (IND) bt. [22] Nicolas Mueller (SUI)3-1: 11-7, 2-11, 11-7, 11-6 (41m) - Team Sportstar GOLF Veer Ahlawat misses cut in Turkey Veer Ahlawat followed up his first round 75 with a 73 and missed the cut at the Turkish Airlines Open here. The only Indian in the field this week, Ahlawat was coming back after a gap of almost six weeks. He had two birdies, two bogeys and a double bogey in his two-over 73 and was six-over as the cut fell at one-under. Ahlawat's next event is likely to be the Soudal Open, where he is on the waiting list. Shubhankar Sharma will return to action at the Belgium event. - PTI India's Saptak Talwar on tied 11th in Spain India's Saptak Talwar produced a bogey-free second round of five-under 66 to knock on the doors of top 10 at the Challenge de Espana at Fontanals Golf Club on the Hotel Planner Tour here. Talwar, whose first round was two-under 69, is now seven-under 135 and tied-11th. He is four shots behind the leaders Oliver Gillberg (65-66) and Luis Masaveu (64-67) at 11-under. The 26-year-old Talwar, who had his breakthrough win on the Indian Tour last month, was also the runner-up in another event on his home Tour. On the Hotel Planner, the second level Tour to DP World Tour, Talwar has four cuts in five starts and he had also made the cut in the Hero Indian Open. Talwar had two sets of back-to-back birdies on the third and the fourth and again on the eighth and the ninth. A fifth birdie on the tenth brought him to five-under but he then ran out of birdies but did not drop any shots either. - PTI Diksha, Pranavi Tied-32nd in Aramco Korea Championship Indian golfers Diksha Dagar and Pranavi Urs faced contrasting fortunes, but both ended at Tied-32nd after two rounds at the Aramco Korea Championship in Seoul on Saturday. While Diksha rallied from a disappointing front nine of three-over, Pranavi dropped three shots on her second nine, which was the front side of the course. Diksha carded two-over 74 and Pranavi was three-over 75 and both are now three-over 147 for two rounds at the New Korea Country Club. Meanwhile, Avani Prashanth (79-73) despite a good second round failed to make the cut and also missing out was Tvesa Malik (79-76). In the team event, Team Diksha was seventh and Team Pranavi, which included Avani, was T-11. Tvesa Malik, part of Team Pia Babnik, was T-24. Diksha had three bogeys on the front nine, but she recovered well on the back nine with one eight pars and one birdie for a two-over card. Pranavi was even par for the back nine after starting from the 10th, but she gave away three bogeys on her second nine, which was the front side of the course. - PTI
Business Recorder
07-05-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
RRS implementation: FBR facing potential legal challenges
KARACHI: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is facing significant internal backlash and potential legal challenges over the newly implemented Reward & Rating System (RRS), which was introduced as a replacement for the existing Performance Evaluation Report (PER) system. The officers from both Pakistan Customs and Inland Revenue Services have expressed strong resentment against what they described as a 'discriminatory system designed to gratify blue-eyed officers,' according to sources familiar with the matter. The controversy has escalated further when an advocate of the Supreme Court emailed a formal complaint to the Finance minister, FBR chairman, and other high-ranking officials, labelling the rewards as 'illegal donation of taxpayer's money' and a potential 'cognizable offence under Section 9 of the National Accountability Ordinance 1999.' FBR revises procedure for monetary reward payment The RRS, which was implemented for the period of July-December 2024, was initially presented as an initiative to objectively assess and uplift the performance of civil servants working in the FBR. However, sources claimed that the new system is 'inherently flawed, manipulative, and discriminatory.' A key concern raised by officers is that many with 'decent repute' and 'impeccable careers' were either downgraded or not considered for rewards despite performing professionally and protecting the interests of the national exchequer, sources said. One officer, in a letter addressed to the FBR chairman, expressed deep regret about participating in the multi-rater integrity and performance management feedback scheme. The officer claimed to have been directed to rate more than 45 colleagues, many of whom were 'complete strangers.' 'I have inadvertently contributed to unfair discrimination against several officers, under a forced categorization scheme, which was never my intention,' the officer stated in his letter. The discontent has reached such levels that some officers are now declining the financial rewards they have been granted. Business Recorder has obtained a copy of a letter from a customs officer, who formally declined a Category 'B' award that would have provided three additional salaries. 'As per the categorization framework, a Category 'B' rating implies a degree of inefficiency and questions an officer's integrity – a characterization I categorically reject,' the letter said. 'Throughout my service, I have upheld the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and dedication, and I find it deeply inappropriate and disturbing to be placed in a category that does not reflect my conduct or performance.' The officer further criticized the assessment mechanism, noting that it 'heavily relied on evaluations by officers – seniors and peers – who may have had little to no direct working relationship with the individuals they are rating.' The letter concluded: 'Any reward system must be grounded in transparency, impartiality, and a well-informed understanding of an officer's actual performance and professional conduct. A system lacking these foundational principles risks compromising both credibility and morale.' Meanwhile, the formal complaint by an advocate of the Supreme Court described the system as a 'daylight robbery on public money.' According to the complaint, the reward structure is based on peer rating for integrity and quality of output for a six-month period, where each officer evaluates peers and is evaluated by 45 other officers. The complaint stated: 'The reward distribution is substantial, with Grade 'A' officers reportedly receiving four months' worth of salary for each month of the evaluation period, totalling 24 salaries for six months. Grade 'B' officers receive 18 salaries, Grade 'C' officers 12 salaries, and Grade 'D' officers 6 salaries, while Grade 'E' officers receive nothing. The complaint also included a sample case where a Chief Collector of Customs in Peshawar allegedly received Rs 4.7 million in addition to regular salary. Meanwhile, sources pointed out fundamental issues with the current RRS structure, arguing that the system primarily revolves around peer assessment, which they said failed to incorporate multilayered factors related to training and professional development. The manual intervention through an 'anomaly committee' is said to severely affect objectivity, allowing 'personal likes and dislikes' to influence decisions, they added. The sources recommended that a team of well-reputed professionals, headed by the Finance minister, should be constituted to conduct a system audit and investigate the role of the anomaly committee in ensuring impartiality during manual interventions. However, the legal challenges raised by the Supreme Court advocate questioned the very authority of the FBR to implement such a system, citing the section 20 of the FBR Act as requiring approval from the policy board for establishing performance standards and criteria for rewards. According to the complaint, this approval was never obtained, rendering the entire reward distribution illegal. Further allegations include irregularities in the constitution of the 'Board in Council' that approved the FBR Transformation Plan 2024, claiming that not all members were appointed by the federal government as required by law. The complaint has also requested the Chairman of the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) to initiate proceedings against the FBR chairman and board members for causing loss to the public exchequer, demanding that the Accountant General of Pakistan Revenue (AGPR) immediately stop disbursement of rewards and initiate recovery proceedings against officers who have already received payments. The complaint has also sought transparency by requesting the FBR to publish the list of officers graded A, B, C, and D on its web portal, and disclose instances where officers' grades were upgraded by the chairman or anomaly committee. When contact, the FBR officials refused to give official comment on the matter. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
PER® Presents More Than a Dozen Free CME/CE Symposia at the Annual Oncology Meeting in Chicago
Evening events offer high-impact, case-based learning with top experts—available in person or virtually CHICAGO, April 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This May, during one of the most important weeks in cancer care, Physicians' Education Resource®, LLC (PER®), the go-to educational resource for health care professionals across all specialties to advance patient care, will host more than a dozen free, accredited CME/CE symposia designed to elevate clinical practice and deliver deeper understanding of the latest advances in oncology. These highly anticipated programs will take place May 30 through June 3 at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk and Hilton Chicago, with virtual options available for every session. Tailored for oncologists, nurses, nurse practitioners (NPs), physician assistants (PAs), pharmacists, and other health care professionals on the front lines of cancer care, PER's evening symposia go beyond the data dumps. The lectures are designed to be immersive learning experiences that pair dinner and discussion with some of the most respected voices in oncology. Each session digs into timely, complex topics using real-world cases, cutting-edge science, and the clinical nuance that transforms evidence into action. The programs cover the full spectrum of oncology, from HER2 and TROP2-targeted strategies in lung cancer and next-generation endocrine therapies in breast cancer to innovative treatments for small cell lung cancer, immune thrombocytopenic purpura, ovarian cancer, and glioma. The sessions feature PER's signature formats, including Medical Crossfire® debates, Tumor Board-style discussions, and Show Me the Data™ presentations designed to spark insights and sharpen clinical decision-making. 'We know oncology professionals are overwhelmed with data during this week, but they're also hungry for practical, peer-driven education they can actually use,' said Robert Goldsmith, senior vice president of oncology corporate development at MJH Life Sciences®. 'These symposia are where science meets strategy. They offer the kind of insight, access, and interaction that doesn't happen during the main conference sessions.' Each evening starts with registration and dinner at 6 p.m. CDT, followed by scientific sessions beginning at 6:30 p.m. CDT. All activities are CME/CE accredited and free to attend, with options to participate in person or virtually. Seats for in-person sessions are limited, and advance registration is strongly recommended for a chance to engage with peers, connect with experts, and come away with knowledge that can immediately impact patient care. The full schedule and registration details can be found at About Physicians' Education Resource Physicians' Education Resource (PER), is committed to advancing patient care through professional education. Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) and approved as a nursing continuing education provider by the California Board of Registered Nursing, PER is the educational resource of choice for live and online activities for health care professionals across a broad range of specialties. Based on identified needs and practice gaps, PER provides high-quality, evidence-based activities featuring leading national and international faculty with a focus on practice-changing advances and standards of care in treatment and disease management. About MJH Life Sciences MJH Life Sciences is the largest privately held, independent, full-service medical media company in North America dedicated to delivering trusted health care news across multiple channels, providing health care professionals with the information and resources they need to optimize patient outcomes. MJH combines the reach and influence of its powerful portfolio of digital and print product lines, live events, educational programs and market research with the customization capabilities of a boutique firm. Clients include world-leading pharmaceutical, medical device, diagnostic and biotech companies. For more information, please visit Media Contact:Julia ParadizovaMJH Life Sciencesjparadizova@ in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
See all Libertadores and Sudamericana groups after Monday's draw 🏆
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here. Fourteen Brazilian teams met their respective opponents in the Copa Libertadores and Copa Sudamericana this season on Monday night (17). The first draw defined the keys of the teams seeking the "Great Conquest". Then came the confirmation of the groups of the teams that will fight for "Eternal Glory". See below for details: SOUTH AMERICAN CUP 🏆 Regulation 📝 Teams face each other in round-trip games within their respective keys. The first-placed team in each group goes directly to the round of 16. Already the second will face a third-placed Libertadores in a playoff with round-trip games for a place in the round of 16. 📆 Sul-Americana Dates Group stage: from April 2 to May 28 Group stage draw: June 4 Playoffs: first leg - July 16; second leg - July 23 Round of 16: first leg - August 13; second leg - August 20 Quarterfinals: first leg - September 17; second leg - September 24 Semi-final: first leg - October 22; second leg - October 29 Final: November 22 COPA LIBERTADORES 🏆 Group A Botafogo Estudiantes Universidad de Chile Carabobo (VEN) Group B River Plate Independiente del Valle Universitario (PER) Barcelona (ECU) Group C Flamengo LDU Deportivo Táchira (VEN) Central Córdoba (ARG) Group D São Paulo Libertad Talleres Alianza Lima Group E Racing Colo-Colo Fortaleza Atlético Bucaramanga (COL) Group F Nacional Internacional Atlético Nacional Bahia Group G Palmeiras Bolívar Sporting Cristal (PER) Cerro Porteño Group H Peñarol Olimpia Vélez Sarsfield San Antonio Bulo Bulo (BOL) Regulation Teams face each other within their respective keys. The top two teams in each group go to the round of 16. Already the third goes to the Sudamericana and faces a second-placed team in a playoff for a place in the round of 16 of the tournament. Libertadores Dates: Group stage: from April 2 to May 28 Knockout stage draw: June 4 Round of 16: first leg - August 13; second leg - August 20 Quarterfinals: first leg - September 17; second leg - September 24 Semi-final: first leg - October 22; second leg - October 29 Final: November 29 📸 Christian Alvarenga - 2025 Getty Images
