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Saba Yemen
2 days ago
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Ibb Water & Electricity Sectors mark Day of al-Wilayah
Ibb – Saba: Ibb's Water Resources, Rural Water, Electricity, and Local Water & Sanitation branches held on Wednesday a speech event to mark the Day of al-Wilayah. Ibb undersecretary Qasim al-Masawa emphasized Imam Ali's al-Wilayah as a divine extension, protecting the nation from its enemies. Speakers stressed that returning to this path ends dependence and humiliation, highlighting how Yemen's adherence enables it to confront the US and Israel and support Gaza. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print more of (Local)
Indian Express
5 days ago
- General
- Indian Express
Indrayani river bridge collapse: Officials say no clarity yet on who is responsible, minister says work of new bridge was pending
Soon after its collapse, confusion reigned supreme about who was responsible for the upkeep of the bridge on the Indrayani river at Kundamala near Talegaon Dabhade, which was over three decades old. Minister of Water Resources Girish Mahajan Sunday admitted that while tenders to build a new bridge were passed, the work was delayed due to the rain. 'The bridge was built in 1992, and recently a tender of Rs 7-8 crore was cleared to build a new bridge but the execution was delayed due to rain,' he said. Chandrakant Wagmare, additional chief executive officer of Pune Zilla Parishad, admitted they were not clear about who was responsible for the upkeep of the bridge. 'It is still not clear as to who had the responsibility, as this area fell under the Cantonment area. But action will be taken,' he said. Mahajan said that while it was a pedestrian bridge, two-wheelers used to ply on it. Local residents who spoke to The Indian Express also blamed the lack of upkeep as well as two wheelers plying on it for the collapse of the bridge. Located near the whirlpools and gorges of the river, Kundamala has become a tourist spot, especially during the rainy season. Due to the small waterfalls and the whirlpools, many tourists thronged the area, especially over the weekend. The bridge in question linked both sides of the river. For tourists, the bridge provided the perfect background for pictures and many thronged to take selfies. That the condition of the bridge was precarious was known to local residents. Aishwarya Gonte, a local resident, said that two-wheelers regularly used the bridge despite warnings. 'Locals had complained before but no one took up maintenance or repair works,' she said. Raghuvir Shelar, local corporator, said both sides had notices pasted prohibiting the entry of two-wheelers. 'But people used to regularly ply through it because no police personnel used to check the activity. The situation was so grave that protective grills were installed on the collapsed bridge around 10 days ago,' he said. Meanwhile, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, who is the minister in charge of public works, has ordered a survey of all old bridges in the state.
South Wales Argus
07-06-2025
- Politics
- South Wales Argus
Welsh Government funding of £19m will help protect ancient woodlands
The funding aligns with the government's newly-outlined strategy to enhance the protection of Wales' ancient woodlands and trees. Huw Irranca-Davies, deputy first minister and cabinet secretary for climate change and rural affairs, said: "Wales' ancient woodlands are of international importance and have an important place in the landscape and history, protecting carbon-rich soils and seed banks beneath them. "They take centuries to form and are an irreplaceable resource." As part of this new approach, the government will focus on improving the resilience of temperate rainforests, as pointed out by the Alliance for Wales' Rainforests. Mr Irranca-Davies said: "Planning Policy Wales has been strengthened to provide a stronger framework for local planning authorities to secure the protection of ancient trees and woodland. "We are revising our Tree Preservation Order regulations as part of the work on the Planning (Wales) Bill." The Welsh government also made recent amendments to forestry legislation, which now allows Natural Resources Wales to better protect veteran trees and ancient woodland during felling operations. Further initiatives include the implementation of recommendations from the four-year review of the Water Resources (Control of Agricultural Pollution) (Wales) Regulations 2021. These will introduce measures specifically designed to contribute to achieving statutory emission reduction commitments. Under the Sustainable Farming Scheme proposals, optional actions will be provided to manage existing woodlands, including ancient woodlands, to increase their condition and resilience. The government will engage with stakeholders and consider budget availability before implementing these actions. The strategy also includes initiatives to improve air quality and reduce air pollution's negative impact on ancient woodland sites. The National Forest for Wales programme has provided support to restore and maintain ancient woodland through various schemes. Mr Irranca-Davies said: "Our approach does not intend to be an exhaustive list of all the possible threats and interventions, but a focus on the strategic priorities. "It brings together work across government departments and their stakeholders which strengthen protection for our irreplaceable ancient woodlands."
Business Recorder
05-06-2025
- Climate
- Business Recorder
Monsoon season: Minister for immediate clearance of storm water drains
ISLAMABAD: Minister for Water Resources Muhammad Mueen Wattoo has directed the concerned authorities to ensure immediate clearance of storm water drains in major urban centres to deal with the monsoon water. Chairing 60th Annual Meeting of the Federal Flood Commission (FFC), he called for enhanced inter-agency coordination and round-the-clock vigilance to manage flood risks during the upcoming monsoon season, set to begin on July 1. The federal secretary Water Resources and the chairman, Federal Flood Commission were also present in the meeting. The annual meeting, held to assess national preparedness for Monsoon Season 2025, brought together representatives from federal agencies and provincial governments, to review flood mitigation strategies and pre-emptive measures for the safe passage of potential floodwaters. While briefing the federal minister, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) forecasted normal to slightly above-normal rainfall across central and southern Pakistan for the July to September period. Enhanced precipitation is expected in northeastern Punjab and Kashmir, while northern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan may experience normal to below-normal rainfall. The forecast also warns of higher-than-normal temperatures nationwide, increasing the likelihood of extreme hydrological events such as riverine floods, flash floods, urban flooding, and Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs). In response to these forecasts, Federal Minister Mueen Wattoo, directed to ensure immediate clearance of storm water drains in major urban centres. He also directed the removal of encroachments and debris around waterways, particularly near barrages and key infrastructure such as National Highways Authority (NHA) and Pakistan Railways bridges, to prevent floodwater blockages. Special attention was given to the de-silting and encroachment removal from urban nullahs in flood-prone cities including Karachi, Lahore and Rawalpindi. The chairman of the FFC briefed attendees on pre-monsoon initiatives undertaken by the commission including readiness assessments and coordination plans. Stakeholders reported on ongoing monitoring of river flows, infrastructure readiness, and the functionality of meteorological and telemetry systems. The National and Provincial Disaster Management Authorities also shared their preparedness strategies. Officials from Tarbela and Mangla dam management authorities presented their standard operating procedures for controlled flood discharge during peak flows. Wrapping up the meeting, the minister directed concerned authorities to ensure the safety of vulnerable communities and public infrastructure. He appreciated all participants for their commitment to flood preparedness and national safety. He also expressed a firm commitment to maintaining strong performance in the coming days. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Shafaq News
03-06-2025
- Business
- Shafaq News
Iraq pressures Turkiye on water flow
Shafaq News/ On Tuesday, Iraq called on Turkiye to increase water releases into Iraq. According to a statement by the Iraqi embassy in Ankara, Ambassador Majid Al-Lajmawi met at the Iraqi embassy with the Turkish presidential envoy to Iraq, Faisal Eroglu. He stressed that water remains a critical aspect of Iraq-Turkiye relations and reiterated Baghdad's desire for a strategic and equitable partnership that safeguards the rights of both countries. Al-Lajmawi further outlined the Iraqi government's shift toward modern irrigation methods, improved resource management, and sustainable environmental practices. During the meeting, Iraqi Minister of Water Resources Aoun Dhiab held a phone call with Eroglu to address technical concerns and explore avenues for direct coordination. For his part, Eroglu expressed Turkiye's willingness to cooperate on all discussed matters, particularly water. The two officials also discussed bilateral cooperation, focusing on water issues and the status of Iraqis in Turkiye. Al-Lajmawi urged Turkiye to ease residency procedures and remove administrative barriers, especially for students and those with humanitarian or medical needs.
