Experts seek proper energy infrastructure
Speakers at a conference titled “Renewing Pakistan’s Energy Vision” hosted by Pakistan-based think tank Renewables First (RF) called for a more sustainable and inclusive energy landscape in Pakistan, emphasising the need for an evidence-based, long-term approach. The conference challenged conventional energy narratives and dispelled myths related to renewable energy. Renewables First’s Basit Ghauri underscored the urgency of adopting a data-driven and unbiased approach to expedite Pakistan’s energy transition. Experts spotlighted issues causing wind curtailment and capacity surplus in the power sector, stressing the importance of proper transmission infrastructure. Wind Expert, Fozan Waheed, noted that curtailment undermines renewable energy objectives, while Aqeel Jafri, Director (Policy) at Private Power and Infrastructure Board (PPIB), emphasised, “No transition is possible without proper transmission.”The conference also examined recent electricity price spikes and their underlying causes.
Source:The Express Tribune
October 05, 2023 13:29 UTC
Longhorns Daily News: Joel Klatt: I think this is Texas’ ‘best team since 2005’
National media’s drumbeats for the Texas Longhorns is growing louder. That’s to be expected as the Longhorns head to Dallas to take on the Oklahoma Sooners in their annual Red River rivalry. “I think this is their best team since 2005,” said FOX Sports analyst Joel Klatt, per Inside Texas. “… I don’t know if they’re as dominant, but I think that they’re a very good team,” Klatt continued. “I think the 2008 team was really good — I thought even better than the 2009 team.
Source:The Nation
October 05, 2023 12:39 UTC
Minister charts ambitious course
photo: fileCaretaker Minister for Energy, Muhammad Ali, has unveiled an ambitious strategy aimed at ensuring the nation’s future energy needs are met efficiently. The minister revealed that Pakistan is preparing to introduce comprehensive policies for tight gas and shale gas. The response from the global energy community during the conference’s opening day was described as remarkable, with strong interest in Pakistan’s energy offerings. Emphasising the importance of decarbonisation and electrification, Ali outlined these critical components as central to Pakistan's energy strategy for the future. The minister outlined three primary priorities for Pakistan's energy sector.
Source:The Nation
October 05, 2023 12:07 UTC
Power supply to 38 transformers disconnected: Hesco
HYDERABAD - The Hyderabad Electric Supply Company (HESCO) was continuously taking action against unpaid electricity bills and illegal power consumption across its region and during this drive, HESCO disconnected power supply from more than 38 transformers and managed to recover
Source:The Nation
October 05, 2023 06:13 UTC
Texas Newcomers Report: Longhorns WR Adonai Mitchell has career day versus Kansas
Tre Wisner, RB: The true freshman running back saw some action this past weekend, including 2 rushes for 2 yards. Sydir Mitchell, DL: True freshman Mitchell recorded 1 tackle over the weekend. Liona Lefau, LB: Texas’ true freshman linebacker out of the Aloha State had 1 tackle. Malik Muhammad, CB: The true freshman cornerback, coming to Austin straight from his native Dallas area, recorded 1 tackle last weekend. Derek Williams, S: The true freshman safety saw playing time.
Source:The Nation
October 05, 2023 02:41 UTC
Trussville Civic Center to host Spirit, Revelation and Power Conference this Saturday
From The Tribune staff reportsTRUSSVILLE — The Trussville Civic Center is hosting the Spirit, Revelation and Power Conference with speaker Prophet Jimmy Richardson on Saturday, Oct. 7. The conference will begin at 6 p.m. Registration is free for all attendees. Prophet Jimmy Richardson will cover topics like how to become a warrior in spirit, elevating faith, spiritual warfare, destroying family curses and witchcraft, and much more.
Source:The Express Tribune
October 04, 2023 21:24 UTC
Tragic Terrorism
This act of terrorism, targeting areligious gathering, is an affront to humanity and the values of peace and tolerance that Islamteaches. It is a grim reminder of the ongoing threat of terrorism that continues toloom over Pakistan and its neighbouring countries. The attack also underscores the pressing need for heightened security measures and a unitedfront against terrorism. In Pakistan, especially in Balochistan, repeated incidents of terrorism have had a profoundimpact on the socio-economic conditions of the people. Let us join hands and stand united against terrorism, for inunity lies our strength.
Source:The Nation
October 04, 2023 19:15 UTC
No. 3 Texas vs. No. 12 Oklahoma: Longhorns face a Sooners team that is undefeated but unproven
12 Oklahoma Sooners come to Dallas undefeated on the season. Maybe after watching the tape on this Texas defense, he’ll slide a bit more in Week Six. ReceiversThis Oklahoma offense likes to air the ball out — they are the seventh-most prolific passing offense. Lastly, Pete Kwiatkowski and this Texas defense need to keep an eye out for freshman wide receiver Nic Anderson. He’s also caught 11 passes for 102 yards and another touchdown, providing a second level of versatility to this Sooners offense.
Source:The Nation
October 04, 2023 18:49 UTC
Longhorns Daily News: Texas’ breakout RB Jonathon Brooks earns Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award Player of the Week honor
Texas Longhorns redshirt sophomore running back Jonathon Brooks has had every bit of a breakout season in 2023. And after a stellar performance against the Kansas Jayhawks in Week 5, not only did Brooks earn the Big 12 Offensive Player of the Week Award. He’s also been named the Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award Player of the Week for the same outing. Jonathon Brooks has been named the Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award Player of the Week! @2brookss pic.twitter.com/TghR8e2sgQ — Texas Football (@TexasFootball) October 3, 2023WHAT THEY’RE SAYING ABOUT THE LONGHORNSAustin American-Statesman: Bohls: Jonathon Brooks makes a big splash for the rolling LonghornsAustin American-Statesman: Quarterback Quinn Ewers, Texas in a rush to play OklahomaAustin American-Statesman: Longhorn Confidential: Debating No.
Source:The Nation
October 04, 2023 18:46 UTC
India’s General Elections 2024; a prospect of Indian adventurism?
Indian General Elections are scheduled to be held in 2024, and include both houses, Lok Sabha (lower house) and Rajya Sabha (upper house). Modi’s BJP party is contesting against an alliance of opposition parties. While BJP is trying hard to secure the crown for the third consecutive time, opposition parties are trying equally hard to prevent it. For this purpose, opposition parties have set aside their differences and an alliance of over 28 political parties is forged. This grand alliance is named The Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA).
Source:The Nation
October 04, 2023 08:22 UTC
Reacts Survey: Who wins the Red River Rivalry?
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NCAA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Texas Longhorns fans and fans across the country. It might be the most important question of your fandom - is it the Red River Rivalry, Red River Shootout, or the Red River Showdown? This year’s meeting at the Cotton Bowl will be the 119th game between the Longhorns and the Oklahoma Sooners. While I do that - let us know if you think Texas or Oklahoma will win this year’s Allstate Red River Rivalry!
Source:The Nation
October 04, 2023 00:23 UTC
The World Afflux
Such are all the post-9/11 conflicts; a world in waiting, a war that doesn’t end. For the rest of the world, the “normal” is a different normal now. With a history of partnership with the US, warming relations with China, and a firm identity in the Muslim world – its geopolitical role will remain interesting. Normalisation with Israel stands as the most pressing development right now that can easily compromise Saudi Arabia’s identity for Muslims across the world. For Pakistan and Afghanistan, left under the thick shadows of America’s war, a world in flux is hardly ready to settle down.
Source:The Nation
October 03, 2023 22:21 UTC
Longhorns Daily News: Texas’ Jonathon Brooks, Adonai Mitchell earn weekly Big 12 honors
It was another big week for the Texas Longhorns as they trounced the Kansas Jayhawks. But notably, it was an enormous week for both redshirt sophomore running back Jonathon Brooks and junior wide receiver Adonai Mitchell, who joined Texas after two seasons with the back-to-back national champion Georgia Bulldogs. Brooks was named the Big 12 Offensive Player of the Week, while Mitchell was named Big 12 Newcomer of the Week. Jonathon Brooks is your Big 12 Offensive Player of the Week @2brookss pic.twitter.com/JTpdPl596f — Texas Football (@TexasFootball) October 2, 2023Big 12 Newcomer of the Week honors for Adonai Mitchell @MoCityMitch pic.twitter.com/MeCXFKqBm5 — Texas Football (@TexasFootball) October 2, 2023WHAT THEY’RE SAYING ABOUT THE LONGHORNSAustin American-Statesman: UT women athletics shifted from ladylike exercise to powerhouse in 70sAustin American-Statesman: Texas Longhorns reflect on what makes the Red River Rivalry specialAustin American-Statesman: Steve Sarkisian: It’s about where Texas finishes, not where it is now247Sports: Morning Brew: Texas getting No. 1 votes in polls, but with OU looming, UT maintaining ‘John Wick mentality’247Sports: Texas Notebook: OU’s high-flying offense vs Texas’ defense; Quinn Ewers’ message; 11 am excitement and moreInside Texas: There’s one enemy for Texas football, and it’s OklahomaICYMI IN BURNT ORANGE NATIONThe Red River Rivalry: A Texas-OU primerSteve Sarkisian remains confident in Texas PK Bert AuburnTexas TE Ja’Tavion Sanders and CB Ryan Watts are day to dayWATCH: Steve Sarkisian addresses the media ahead of the Red River RivalryEvaluating four areas of emphasis for the Texas defense against KansasDeveloping running ability of Texas QB Quinn Ewers adding versatility to offenseRECRUITING ROUNDUP247Sports: VIP intel on Texas basketball recruiting efforts247Sports: Longhorns DL commit D’antre Robinson: ‘I’m going to Texas’247Sports: Following the Future: How Texas commits performed last weekInside Texas: Which Texas high schools are represented in Texas-OU this yearInside Texas: Texas Longhorns Monday recruiting intelBIG 12 BREAKDOWNAustin American-Statesman: Texas Longhorns report card: How they graded in their win over KansasInside Texas: Texas’ new wrinkles for the Big 12Inside Texas: Texas holds some decided advantages against rival OklahomaFrogs O’ War: MMQB: FrustrationThe Smoking Musket: The good, the bad, and the ugly of our fourth straight win of the seasonWide Right & Natty Lite: Three Things We Learned: OklahomaWHAT WE’RE READINGSB Nation: NFL mock draft 2024: First projection of new season with Chicago Bears owning top-2 picksSB Nation: Devon Witherspoon’s big night highlights Seahawks’ brilliant planSB Nation: Bryce Young is being let down by everyone on the PanthersNEWS ACROSS LONGHORN NATION AND BEYONDHurry, hurry, read all about it.
Source:The Nation
October 03, 2023 19:52 UTC
Balanced policy
The outcome and resolutions of the recent meeting were, indeed, quite frightening as far as the preservation of international peace is concerned. If Nato countries feel they can defeat Russia by continuous acts of pricking and provoking, they are sadly mistaken. Anyone who can just estimate the distance between St. Petersburg and Vladivostok should be able to calculate how much space Russia has to absorb any type of attack. What good has it done except invading weak countries, like Iraq, Libya and Afghanistan? It may be difficult, but we should try to maintain a balanced stand in this unnecessary war.
Source:Pakistan Today
October 03, 2023 19:32 UTC