Pakistan Railways to improve track visibility in foggy conditions via TDAS
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Railways has planned to introduce the ‘Train Driver Assistant System’ (TDAS) for helping train drivers to have a clear view of the railway tracks up to an impressive distance of 700 meters. According to an official of Ministry of Pakistan Railways, “The technology aims to enhance the safety and efficiency of train operations during adverse weather conditions, particularly in the presence of dense smog and fog.”He said that the TDAS system was set to revolutionize the way trains navigate through foggy landscapes. It promised not only to avert potential accidents but also to facilitate smooth rail travel when visibility is severely compromised. The official said this comprehensive approach to training management promises to reduce the risk of accidents significantly. However, Pakistan Railways has outlined a strategic expansion plan, with the ultimate goal of equipping all trains with this life-saving technology in the coming year.
Source:Pakistan Today
November 08, 2023 20:02 UTC
Exploitation of public diplomacy by developed nations
Soft power is the ability to achieve objectives through persuasion and encompasses the principles of cultural diplomacy and economic diplomacy, collectively referred to as public diplomacy. The shift towards public diplomacy is a reflection of the evolving nature of international relations, but its effectiveness can vary depending on a country’s circumstances. Developing countries like Pakistan should also incorporate public diplomacy, especially in terms of economic diplomacy, to effectively harness their resources and strengthen their lobbying efforts. Besides it, the concept of LGBTQ is also becoming widespread by Western countries with the help of public diplomacy. Developing countries like Pakistan should also incorporate public diplomacy, especially in terms of economic diplomacy, to effectively harness their resources and strengthen their lobbying efforts.
Source:The Nation
November 08, 2023 18:44 UTC
Pakistan eyes $600m Chinese loans
SAFE has already given $4 billion in loans that are rescheduled every year due to Pakistan’s inability to pay them back. The Chinese have been extending loans from SAFE deposits, concessionary loans and commercial loans to help Pakistan to stabilise its external sector. Pakistan has budgeted $4.5 billion in foreign commercial loans but it has so far not received any financing due to poor credit ratings, high risks to debt sustainability and a weak macroeconomic situation. Since 2000, China has given $21.2 billion in loans in general budget support, which was 30% of the total lending to Pakistan, according to AidData. AidData reported that with 161 loans worth $69 billion, Pakistan has China’s third largest country-level loan portfolio anywhere in the world, after Russia and Venezuela.
Source:The Express Tribune
November 08, 2023 14:37 UTC
Mistreatment of children
Through this newspaper, I would like to draw the attention of esteemed individuals in Pakistan who hold positions of power to an alarming narrative concerning the mistreatment of children. According to the current circumstances, the maltreatment of children, their exploitation through trafficking, involving them in menial tasks, subjecting them to injustice and abuse, and regarding them solely as a means to generate income have become distressingly pervasive. I aspire to acquaint the leaders of our nation with these issues because such treatment of children has a profound and detrimental impact, playing a deleterious role in our society. It renders children feeling feeble and vulnerable, leading them to seek retribution, refuse forgiveness, mistreat others, and hold others accountable for their own circumstances. By doing so, we can eliminate these pressing issues and empower individuals to effectuate a positive difference in their own lives and the lives of others.
Source:The Nation
November 08, 2023 11:22 UTC
Trocheck scores twice as Rangers down Red Wings 5-3
North Andover, MA (01845)TodayMainly sunny to start, then a few afternoon clouds. Winds NW at 15 to 25 mph..TonightCloudy with occasional showers overnight. Winds NW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 50%.
Source:The Express Tribune
November 08, 2023 10:09 UTC
Trussville Civic Center to host teen driving safety summit tomorrow
From The Tribune staff reportsTRUSSVILLE — UR Keys 2 DRV (Your Keys to Drive), an interactive and educational day for young drivers, is coming to the Trussville Civic Center tomorrow, Wednesday, Nov. 8. Students will hear personal stories from speakers impacted by teen driving crashes. During small group sessions, students will use driving simulators to experience the challenges of driving distracted. Driver inexperience is a leading contributor to crashes and injuries for teen drivers. Educating teen drivers about the dangers of the road and how to drive safely is the goal of the UR Keys 2 DRV coalition of safety organizations.
Source:The Express Tribune
November 08, 2023 07:58 UTC
COAS terms shooting skill hallmark of a soldier
Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir on Tuesday, while terming shooting skill as the hallmark of a professional soldier, said attaining proficiency at shooting must remain at the heart of basic military training objectives. The army chief made the remarks as Chief Guest at the closing ceremony of 43rd Pakistan Army Rifle Association (PARA) Central Meet held at Army Marksmanship Unit (AMU) Jhelum, an ISPR news release said. The mega shooting event was conducted from October 3 to November 7, 2023. Over 2000 firers from Army, Navy, Air Force, Civil Armed Forces including Rangers (Sindh & Punjab), Frontier Corps and Gilgit-Baltistan Scouts as well as civilians participated in the competition.
Source:The Express Tribune
November 07, 2023 22:33 UTC
Security Dilemma
In the realm of intelligence and national security, this principle is vital as it ensures the agencies can fulfil their constitutional duties while respecting the rule of law. This approach is not just a matter of administrative practice; it is a fundamental safeguard against jeopardising national security. The recent audio leak case has raised pertinent questions about electronic surveillance, privacy, and the security of confidential discussions. Balancing national security with individual privacy and civil rights is a delicate act. The government’s commitment to transparency and addressing the issue is commendable, and by implementing similar steps, a balanced approach to national security and privacy can be achieved.
Source:The Nation
November 07, 2023 21:55 UTC
It’s all about geopolitical interests; no rights or values
Before explaining the real cause of the current misery of Palestinians, let us first refresh what Nakba is about? Palestinians around the globe mark the Nakba to reminisce systematically designed ethnic cleansing of Palestine. The remaining 22 per cent was divided into what are now the occupied West Bank and the besieged Gaza Strip. Amid this Craig Mokhiber, Director of the New York Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, dropped a conscience-jarring letter to his boss, saying he was quitting over UN failures in Palestine and elsewhere. It is a stunning historic irony that the Universal Declaration of Human Rights was adopted in the same year that the Nakba was perpetrated against the Palestinian people,” Mokhiber wrote.
Source:The Express Tribune
November 07, 2023 21:40 UTC
Pak Army officer among 4 martyred in anti-terror operation
ISLAMABAD - A Pakistan Army officer and three soldiers were martyred in an intelligence- based operation (IBO) in Tirah area of Khyber district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa,Security forces conducted an IBO in Tirah on the reported presence of terrorists, according to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). During conduct of the operation, Pakistan Army troops led by Lt Col Muhammad Hassan Haider effectively engaged the terrorists’ location, the media wing of military said. As a result of which three terrorists were killed, while three others got injured, it added. The ISPR said that during the intense exchange of fire, Lt Col Muhammad Hassan Haider (43 years old, resident of Islamabad), Naik Khushdil Khan (31 years old, resident of district Lakki Marwat), Naik Rafique Khan (27 years old, resident of district Charsadda) and Lance Naik Abdul Qadir (33 years old, resident of district Murree), having fought gallantly embraced martyrdom.
Source:The Nation
November 07, 2023 19:29 UTC
Pakistan ranks third globally in Chinese development finance with $70.3bn portfolio
A recent report from AidData, a US-based international development research lab, has revealed that Pakistan is the third-largest recipient of Chinese development finance worldwide, with a substantial portfolio of $70.3 billion. As per the report, Pakistan constitutes China’s third-largest country-level loan portfolio globally, following Russia and Venezuela, with a total of 161 loans worth $68.9 billion. The report notes a shift in Chinese development finance, with a higher proportion now being allocated to rescue loans rather than developmental projects. Out of 127 infrastructure projects worth $38.8 billion, only three projects worth $452 million have been suspended or canceled. The report highlights that Pakistan’s energy portfolio represented 10.2 percent of China’s global energy portfolio across numerous countries.
Source:Pakistan Today
November 07, 2023 18:11 UTC
Published Nov. 1, 2023 - Salinas Valley Tribune
12:14 p.m. Rape, lewd and lascivious acts with a minor on El Camino Real. 5:27 p.m. Info Report (suspicious circumstances) on S El Camino Real. Oct. 258:04 a.m. Drug sales on S El Camino Real. Felony warrant on Hicks Dr.11:10 p.m. Resisting and battery on a peace officer on El Camino Real. Assault on Franscioni St.Oct. 410:34 a.m. Lost property on Main St.11:00 a.m. Traffic violation on Serra ST.1:45 p.m. Traffic violation on Metz Rd.
Source:The Express Tribune
November 07, 2023 15:53 UTC
Pell City man, 28, killed in I-20 crash
From Tribune staff reportsST CLAIR COUNTY — A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 2:07 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 5, has claimed the life of a Pell City man, according to Senior Trooper Brandon Bailey of the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. “William C. Kimbert, 28, was fatally injured when the 2012 Dodge Avenger that he was driving was struck by a 2020 Kia Forte,” Bailey said. “Kimbert was not using a seat belt at the time of crash and was pronounced deceased at the scene.”The female driver of the Forte was injured and transported to the University of Alabama Birmingham Hospital (UAB) for treatment. The crash occurred on Interstate 20 near the 150 mile marker, approximately six miles east of Moody, in St. Clair County. No further information is available as Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division continue to investigate.
Source:The Express Tribune
November 07, 2023 15:33 UTC
APHC urges world to increase its efforts for settlement of Kashmir dispute
In Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) has urged the world community to redouble its efforts to settle the Kashmir dispute as per the United Nations resolutions to reduce such catastrophe in South Asia. In a statement, the APHC spokesman said that the United Nations and the world powers has either forgotten the Kashmir dispute or they are deliberately ignoring it even though it is one of the oldest unresolved disputes on the UN agenda. He said that India has enforced black laws like Armed Forces Special Powers Act, Public Safety Act and Unlawful Act in Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir to kill, arrest and terrorize innocent and unarmed Kashmiris.
Source:The Nation
November 07, 2023 13:14 UTC