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The Hindu
4 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Command & Control Centre launched at SCR's Rail Nilayam in Secunderabad to improve monitoring and co-ordination during emergencies
A Unified Command & Control Centre (UCCC) at Rail Nilayam, Zonal Interchange Monitoring System (ZIMS), Station Information Monitoring System (SIMS) and 198 Kwp (kilowatt peak) solar plant at Signal & Telecom workshop, Mettuguda in Secunderabad were launched by South Central Railway (SCR) general manager Arun Kumar Jain on Monday (June 16, 2025). The UCCC, set up at the Disaster Management Control Room (DMCR), was established in line with the Ministry of Railways' directive to improve monitoring and co-ordination during emergencies such as natural calamities, supply chain disruptions, and operational exigencies etc. Resources at UCCC It has high-end digital displays, including two 86-inch screens and two 65-inch interactive displays, integrated with a dashboard that offers real-time feeds from data loggers, CCTV surveillance of stations & locos, and systems like FOIS (Freight Operations Information System) and COA (Control Office Application), said an official release. ZIMS and SIMS ZIMS is to monitor interchange of trains performance across six divisions giving real-time information about rake and loco details through a live dashboard, facilitating smoother train operations. SIMS is a central database designed to ensure quick and seamless access to crucial data related to each station for seamless operations. The 198 kWp capacity solar plant is designed to generate approximately 3,20,760 units of solar energy annually and reduce nearly 259.8 tons of CO₂ emissions every year and will fully meet the workshop's annual energy consumption needs transforming it into an 'Energy Neutral Workshop.' Awards Earlier, Mr. Jain presented 'Employee of the Month' safety awards to nine employees during safety review meeting, including three from Vijayawada division, two from Guntur division and one from Hyderabad division. The employees belong to various categories like loco pilots, assistant loco pilots, station masters, track maintainers and points man. The general manager congratulated the awardees and called for intensified track patrolling focusing on newly constructed RUBs and other vulnerable areas to watch the water stagnation/water bodies along the track side. There should be more vigilance on miscreant activities tampering the signals, to ensure safe movement of the trains. Proper rest is a must for on-duty crew at proper time and interval, he said. The GM also released a book on 'Golden Years of Glorious SCR' – A three-year review from 2022 to 25 about the accomplishments of various departments. Later, he also launched MPs/MLAs representations Web app and Rail Kalarang Web Portal/Mobile Application, the release added.
BBC News
5 days ago
- Science
- BBC News
Slow loris: Zoo welcomes rare pygmy loris twins
Have you heard of a slow loris? You might have seen them on the internet because their big eyes make them look very a UK zoo is celebrating the birth of not just one, but two of the rare and endangered tiny twins were born at Amazon World Zoo Park on the Isle of Wight, and are pygmy slow were born as part of a breeding programme to help the species and are the fourth pair of loris to be born at the zoo since December 2020.A spokesperson from the zoo said the team were "so excited" and "proud" to be part of the breeding programme. Pygmy slow lorises belong to a family of animals called primates, which means they are closely related to animals like lemurs, monkeys and the wild they come from the rainforests and bamboo thickets of Vietnam, Laos, eastern Cambodia and southern are classified as endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature's red list, as the species is estimated to have undergone a decline in its population of more than 50% over the last 24 years.A Zoo spokesperson said: "Breeding endangered species like these loris are what zoos like ours are all about, ensuring that there is a captive population whilst numbers struggle in the wild."According to the Zoological Information Management System (ZIMS) they are the only ones to be born in the UK in the last 12 months, during which period only seven other zoos in Europe have bred facts about slow lorises:Slow lorises are noctural animalsThey have a venoumous bite which is harmful to humansThey use their wee to mark their territoryWhat do you think of these cute creatures? Let us know in the comments...
BBC News
6 days ago
- General
- BBC News
Isle of Wight Zoo welcomes rare pygmy loris twins
A zoo is celebrating the birth of rare and endangered pygmy slow loris tiny mammals were born at Amazon World Zoo Park on the Isle of Wight, to parents Lapek and Ramina, a breeding pair in the European Endangered Species slow loris are a species of primate that comes from the rainforests and bamboo thickets of Vietnam, Laos, eastern Cambodia and southern China.A spokesperson from the zoo said the team were "so excited" and "proud" to be part of the captive breeding programme. These are the fourth pair of Loris to be born at the Zoo since the pair arrived in December 2020. According to the Zoological Information Management System (ZIMS) they are the only ones to be born in the UK in the last 12 months, during which period only seven other zoos in Europe have bred Lorises. They are classified as endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature's red list, as the species is estimated to have undergone a decline in its population of more than 50% over the last 24 decline is due primarily to hunting for the pet trade, food, and medicinal purposes. They have also been affected by habitat loss from human settlements and agriculture especially cashew plantations, corn and rice paddies.A spokesperson said: "Breeding endangered species like these Loris are what zoos like ours are all about, ensuring that there is a captive population whilst numbers struggle in the wild." You can follow BBC Hampshire & Isle of Wight on Facebook, X (Twitter), or Instagram.
Yahoo
07-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
The Kent pub doubling as a zoo that's looking for a new animal keeper
A Kent zoo which shares it home with a pub is looking for a passionate new animal keeper to join its team and care for its many rescued animals. The Fenn Bell Conservation Project on Fenn Street in Rochester is offering a full-time position for someone with at least two years' experience in a recognised zoo environment. The keeper will support the day-to-day running of the zoo, which is home to a wide range of creatures, including monkeys, meerkats, raccoons, otters and flamingos. Founded in 2014, the project began when owner Andrew Cowell took in two pigs in need of a new home. He told the News Shopper: 'I saw them online, and taking them in just sort of became a habit. 'Soon, we found ourselves with all sorts of animals. 'We used to have people come to our front door and ask, 'are you the man with the monkeys in the back garden?' I'd say, 'yeah, come have a look.'' Eventually, after a moment of reflection prompted by his wife, he began thinking about creating a proper space for rescued animals. The opportunity came when he noticed a disused pub nearby. (Image: Fenn Bell Inn) Andrew explained: 'I told Shepherd Neame I wanted to rent the pub to build a zoo, and I think they thought I was mad, but they went with it.' Andrew officially took over The Fenn Bell pub in 2014. Since then, the zoo has grown steadily and now welcomes more than 60,000 visitors a year. The project focuses solely on rescue and conservation. FIND OUT MORE: Andrew explained: 'None of the animals here have been bought. They've all been saved from difficult situations, whether from other zoos or private owners who could no longer care for them.' The new animal keeper role comes with a salary of £25,600 per year and includes responsibilities such as preparing diets, maintaining enclosures, monitoring animal behaviour, and contributing to enrichment and training. The role also involves supervising volunteers and students on work placements, some of whom come from special needs schools. Andrew previously said: 'We have more than 300 kids come through each year on work experience and we are also passionate about supporting special needs schools, where students come to help out around the zoo. It's a really fulfilling part of what we do.' The zoo is funded in part through the pub, which operates on the same site and remains open to customers whether or not they are visiting the animals. 'The income we make from food and drink goes directly into supporting the animals,' Andrew explained. Applicants must have a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Experience with ZIMS (Zoo Information Management System) and an animal management qualification would be an advantage but are not essential. To apply, candidates are asked to send a current CV and cover letter to Connor Gordon, Head Keeper, at cg@
BBC News
01-05-2025
- Science
- BBC News
Rare leopard cubs born at Yorkshire Wildlife Park
Two Amur leopard cubs have been born at a Yorkshire cubs are only the second and third of their species to be born in the world this year, according to staff at Yorkshire Wildlife Park near Kristen, 13, gave birth last week and park staff said the cubs would be kept inside for the first two months of their director Dr Charlotte MacDonald said the cubs were significant "symbols of hope for the species". In June 2023, Kristen and father 14-year-old Drake welcomed Auckley only six months after being introduced to each other as part of a strategic international breeding programme to help save the species."Kristen is proving again to be a great mum," Dr MacDonald said."So far, everything is going well with them, and we're keeping them under constant supervision to see that all's OK."She said the cubs weighed 4.4 lbs (2kg) to 6.6 lbs (3kg) when born and would spend their first two months inside the house at the park's leopard Heights, as the enclosure is known, has a main reserve with viewing for visitors and two nursery reserves which are used as quiet areas for the leopards. Dr MacDonald said: "We're looking forward to having leopard cubs around again and very excited to introduce the cubs to our visitors, who will be able see the cubs in their den on live camera via a screen."Kristen, who was born in the Czech Republic, arrived at the park in has previously had three litters, the first 11 years ago, the second in 2016 and most recently Auckley, who was the only surviving cub born in Europe during 2023. There were only six other Amur leopard births in the world in the past 12 months, according to the Zoological Information Management System (ZIMS).Dr MacDonald said: "It's extremely exciting to see our efforts of helping save these beautiful creatures come to fruition."The species is normally found in the forests of Russia and China and there are now believed to be fewer than 100 in the leopards can run at speeds of up to 37mph (59 km/h) and leap more than 19ft (5.7 m) horizontally. Listen to highlights from South Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
