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Powys County Times
14 hours ago
- Sport
- Powys County Times
Man vs Horse rider thrown and horse lost for over an hour
A COMPETITOR at last weekend's Man vs Horse race said she 'needed' to finish, after being thrown from her horse, who then bolted and was lost for more than an hour. Julie Griffiths heaped praise on event organisers and marshals, as well as runners who came to her aid when another horse reportedly barged into her and her horse, Swizz. Julie fell from the saddle, while spooked Swizz then darted off down the track, before he was found about an hour-and-a-half later at a nearby farm. Julie and Swizz recovered to finish in four hours, 27 seconds, which was good enough for 210th position overall, out of 712 finishers (including three-person relay teams) at the madcap race, held in the hills and forests surrounding Llanwrtyd Wells. 'Thank you so much Robert (Bob Greenhough, of organisers Green Events) and all your amazing helpers, organisers and marshals,' Julie said, in a post on the Man vs Horse Community Facebook page on Monday. 'Me and my boy Swizz had an unfortunate incident by a rider who sped past me on a very, very narrow track in the woods on the second half, barging into my horse, causing him to go vertical up the steep embankment. 'I came off and don't recall anything until I was surrounded by some amazing runners whom I would like to personally thank for your help in getting me back on my feet. 'My poor boy had disappeared down the track which is unlike him and I couldn't find him. But with the help of my partner, who rushed to me, and your amazing marshals, organisers and helpers; he was found in the woods after 90 minutes, safe with no injuries. 'I decided, after checking him over, we needed to finish the race and we did. 'I cannot thank you enough for everything; it was just unfortunate that the rider had no etiquette.' Dewi Griffiths won the race, becoming the first Welshman to outrun a horse in the iconic Powys sporting event's history. He was the third human winner in the last four years. The Swansea Harrier crossed the finishing line nearly 13 minutes faster than Gweni the horse with a time of two hours, 23 minutes and 54 seconds, earning himself a trophy and £250. Gweni, who was ridden by Gabi Morley, took two hours, 35 minutes and 45 seconds to complete the multi terrain course, which this year was just over 22 miles. It took 25 years before a runner finally beat all the horses when Huw Lobb won £25,000 after crossing the line two minutes quicker in 2004. His feat was repeated three years later in 2007 by Florien Holzinger, followed by Ricky Lightfoot in 2022 and Daniel Connolly in 2023.
Time of India
09-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
India-EFTA trade agreement: Deal set to kick in by September; $100 billion investment incoming in 15 years
The much-awaited free trade agreement between India and the four-nation European bloc EFTA is expected to come into force by September this year, commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal announced on Monday. The trade and economic partnership agreement (TEPA), signed on 10 March 2024, marks a significant milestone in India's trade diplomacy. Under the deal, India has secured a commitment of $100 billion in investments over the next 15 years from the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), which comprises Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland. Speaking to reporters during his official visit to Switzerland, Goyal confirmed, 'By September, TEPA will be operationalised. It will enter into force by September.' The agreement has already been cleared by the Parliaments of all four EFTA countries, with an objection window in Switzerland open until 10 July, the minister said, cited by PTI. The agreement is expected to slash or eliminate import duties on a range of European goods, including Swiss watches, chocolates, and cut and polished diamonds, benefiting Indian consumers and industries alike. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Mini laptop! Reduceri explozive exclusiv pentru România LLL Cumpără acum Undo During his visit, Goyal engaged with leaders and business representatives, holding one-on-one discussions with over a dozen Swiss firms. He said most companies expressed strong interest in investing in India. Swizz companies, especially, have shown interest in sectors like pharmaceuticals, cybersecurity, and machinery manufacturing. 'Lots of excitement here for India,' Goyal said. During his bilateral meetings, he also encouraged companies to hold their board meetings in India, allowing them to witness the country's investment potential firsthand. He noted that 100 per cent foreign direct investment is permitted in machinery manufacturing in India, which could help reduce the country's reliance on machine imports from China. The minister also offered an update on other trade negotiations, stating that India is in active discussions with New Zealand, Chile, Peru, Oman, and the European Union. A deal with the EU could be concluded 'faster than expected,' he hinted, alongside a possible finalisation of a bilateral investment treaty. Reflecting on the 11-year tenure of the NDA government, Goyal said FTAs have played a crucial role in positioning India as a top destination for global investment. 'The world today recognises that the best place to do business is India,' he said. 'India is also a preferred destination for services.' He highlighted the growing presence of global capability centres (GCCs) in India, with nearly 2,000 already established. On manufacturing, he pointed to the success of the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, which has boosted local content in air conditioner manufacturing from 20 per cent to 65 per cent. All of this has been made possible because of the 'good governance' of the last 11 years, he said. Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
