[Evening News]: Bhagwan: "I am not afraid to confront the people"

Summary for Friday, November 7, 2025:

• After narrowly avoiding a break, the Cabinet meeting took place today in a tense atmosphere. At the MMM political office yesterday, there were significant differences among members. The majority is refusing to split. Despite the diplomacy displayed today, tensions remain high. While some disagreements have been resolved, other tensions persist. Both sides, however, maintained decorum.

• The government has reversed its position on preschool education. Free education for children aged three to five will continue until December 2026. This decision was confirmed during today’s Cabinet meeting, following weeks of concern from parents and private schools.

• A tumultuous day for Mamy Ravatomanga. Less than 24 hours after being admitted to the CCU at Jeetoo Hospital, the Malagasy billionaire left the facility under police escort today. He was taken to the Vacoas detention center before being transferred back to Victoria Hospital.

• Fifteen years after the murder of Michaela Harte McAreavey, Ireland seeks to reopen the investigation. During a visit to the family, Deputy Prime Minister Simon Harris promised immediate cooperation with Mauritius. Dublin aims to shed light on this tragedy. The Irish government plans to contact the Mauritian Minister of Foreign Affairs in the coming weeks.