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CPEC railway tasks to rework Pakistan’s transportation panorama

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1 month ago

October 21, 2023

PESHAWAR: China-Pakistan Financial Hall (CPEC) is poised to rework Pakistan’s transportation panorama with a sequence of railway tasks that can modernize the nation’s growing older system and enhance connectivity.

One of the pivotal tasks is the Mainline 1 (ML-1) railway venture, which is able to modernize Pakistan’s present 2,655 kilometers of railway tracks. This improve will enable trains to realize speeds of as much as 165 kilometers per hour and dramatically enhance line capability from 34 to greater than 150 trains day by day in each instructions. The venture will observe the Construct-Function-Switch (BOT) mannequin, facilitated by a public-private partnership mechanism.

One other key venture is the development of a brand new railway line from Quetta in Balochistan to Kotla Jam in Punjab, passing by Zhob and Dera Ismail Khan. This strategic venture will foster connectivity amongst three main provinces in Pakistan, opening new horizons for transportation and commerce.

The proposed reconstruction of the Quetta-Taftan railway monitor can be anticipated to considerably improve mobility and commerce, catalyzing financial progress within the area. This 633-kilometer-long railway line is a crucial artery for commerce between Pakistan and Afghanistan, and its improve can have a transformative influence on the area.

Moreover, the Karachi Round Railway venture, constructed on a public-private partnership mannequin with an estimated price of $1.9 billion, stands as a game-changing improvement for the residents of Pakistan’s largest metropolis. This initiative guarantees to redefine city transportation and comfort, with a fleet of 300 electrical trains serving 45 stations throughout town.

The CPEC railway tasks are being applied at a fast tempo, and their completion will usher in a brand new period of transportation in Pakistan. By connecting main cities and financial hubs, these tasks will promote financial progress and improvement, enhance entry to markets, and create new job alternatives.

The CPEC railway tasks are a testomony to the robust partnership between China and Pakistan. By their shared dedication to infrastructure improvement, the 2 nations are laying the muse for a brighter future for the area.

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KP witnessed 563 terror incidents in 2023, reveals report

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13 mins ago

November 30, 2023

Pakistaneo.com

PESHAWAR: The Anti-Terrorism Division (CTD) on Thursday launched a report on the fear incidents in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in 2023.

In line with the CTD report, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) witnessed as many as 563 terror incidents this yr. Out of 563 incidents, police had been focused 243 occasions.

In line with the report, the very best 132 incidents of terrorism had been reported in Dera Ismail Khan, 103 incidents in Khyber and 89 terror incidents had been reported in Peshawar?

The report additional revealed that 86 occasions terrorists attacked North Waziristan and 50 occasions South Waziristan? The report additional stated that as many as 837 terrorists had been taken into custody.

The best variety of arrested outlaws was from Peshawar 245.

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Sindh broadcasts winter holidays for colleges

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1 hour ago

November 30, 2023

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KARACHI: The Sindh authorities on Thursday introduced winter holidays for personal and authorities colleges and different instructional establishments, throughout the province.

In line with a notification issued by the Sindh Schooling and Literacy Division, the winter holidays will begin from December 22 to December 31.

All private and non-private training establishments within the province will stay closed as a result of winter holidays from December 22 to December 31.

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COAS, Kuwaiti Crown Prince talk about issues of mutual curiosity

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14 hours ago

November 30, 2023

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KUWAIT Metropolis: Chief of Military Employees Basic Asim Munir on Wednesday referred to as on Kuwaiti Crown Prince Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and held an in depth assembly with him involving discussions on issues of mutual curiosity.

The Military Chief was accompanied by Minister for Regulation and Justice and Minister for Local weather Change and Environmental Coordination Ahmad Irfan Aslam.

The assembly was additionally attended by Pakistan Ambassador to Kuwait Malik Mohammad Farooq.

Earlier, COAS Basic Asim Munir arrived in Kuwait, accompanied by a navy delegation on an official go to that can final a number of days.

Basic Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Military Employees (#COAS) arrives in #Kuwait

Basic Syed Asim Munir, accompanied by a navy delegation arrived in Kuwait this morning on an official go to that can final a number of days.

Upon his arrival, he was acquired by His Excellency the… pic.twitter.com/6QiihOjRjh

— Pakistan Armed Forces Information 🇵🇰 (@PakistanFauj) November 29, 2023

Upon his arrival, he was acquired by His Excellency the Chief of Basic Employees of the Military, Main Basic Engineer Dr. Ghazi Hassan Al-Shammari, and quite a few senior military officers.

In the meantime, Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar and Crown Prince of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al Ahmed Al Jaber Al Sabah met on Wednesday and agreed to deepen bilateral relationship between their nations in various fields.

The prime minister reaffirmed the significance Pakistan attaches to its relationship with Kuwait and reiterated the will to additional increase bilateral cooperation in various fields, the PM Workplace’s media wing stated.

PM Kakar underscored the resolve to forge deeper financial engagement between Pakistan and Kuwait-including in commerce, vitality, data expertise, labour, mineral and investments.

The Crown Prince of Kuwait reciprocated the emotions of the Prime Minister and reiterated the will of Kuwaiti management to additional deepen and broaden bilateral relations with Pakistan.