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Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Palakkad division RPF boosts passenger safety
Palakkad: The Railway Protection Force (RPF) in Palakkad railway division has apprehended 971 offenders so far this year, including trespassers, unauthorized passengers in reserved coaches and men found travelling in ladies' compartments. Offenders were caught during daily joint patrols by the RPF and Govt Railway Police (GRP) during peak hours. Surprise checks in ladies' coaches have also been intensified to curb nuisance by anti-social elements. The division also received 38 complaints through Rail Madad and other online platforms, which were promptly resolved, with offenders detained or arrested where required. To further strengthen women's safety, especially for solo travellers, Palakkad's division's RPF has rolled out a focused initiative under the programme Meri Saheli. Dedicated teams have been deployed at five major stations in Palakkad, Kannur, Kasaragod, Malappuram and Kozhikode districts. These teams identify women travelling alone, sensitise them on safety precautions and share important contact information, including the Rail Madad helpline (139) and grievance platforms such as Instagram and Centralized Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring System, for immediate assistance. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Europe Travel Hack That Saves You Hundreds on Trips! Learn More Undo Feedback and suggestions are regularly collected to improve the programme. A total of 64 women RPF personnel have been specially nominated for this mission. On average, 11 women staff attend designated trains each day, interacting with about 230 solo women passengers. In 2025 alone, the initiative has benefitted 37,276 women travellers and has received positive public response. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
Business Recorder
18-07-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
FBR introduces virtual hearings for Customs reviews
LAHORE: In a bid to enhance transparency and facilitate trade, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has introduced virtual hearings for reviews in the Centralized Assessment Unit. According to Customs General Order No. 06 of 2025, all review hearings will now be conducted in virtual mode, allowing importers and their authorized agents to participate remotely. The move aims to promote the objectives of the faceless assessment system, which was introduced to eliminate physical interaction between traders and customs authorities, reduce corruption, and expedite case disposal. The virtual hearing option will be integrated into the WeBOC system, enabling Assistant Collectors/ Deputy Collectors to conduct hearings online. While virtual hearings will be the norm, physical hearings may be allowed on a case-to-case basis if a trader or their representative needs to present their point of view in person. The FBR has directed Collectorates to ensure that offices are equipped with necessary technology, including computers, webcams, and high-speed internet to facilitate smooth virtual hearings. This development is expected to streamline the customs clearance process, reduce delays, and improve overall efficiency. It may be noted that the faceless assessment system in Pakistan's customs clearance process has faced resistance from customs agents, who argue that it lacks transparency and creates difficulties in resolving issues. They claim that the system relies too heavily on technology and eliminates the human element, making it challenging to address complex cases. The Customs clearing agents have expressed concerns about the system's ability to accurately assess duties and taxes, potentially leading to revenue loss and disputes. They have also highlighted the need for a balanced approach that combines technology with human oversight to ensure fairness and efficiency in the customs clearance process. The rejection of the faceless assessment system by customs agents underscores the importance of stakeholder engagement and consultation in implementing reforms. It also highlights the need for a nuanced approach that takes into account the concerns of all parties involved in the customs clearance process. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Yahoo
15-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
$26,000 a month in Fresno County? California is hiring for these high-paying state jobs
The state of California is hiring in Fresno County for full-time positions in fields ranging from legal work to nursing and engineering. State jobs are known for offering competitive benefits and enrollment in the nation's largest state public pension plan. Many of the following jobs have specific requirements, which are linked. Here were the latest state jobs available in Fresno County on the CalCareers website as of Friday, Feb 14: Attorney supervisor | Permanent, full-time Department: Industrial Relations Salary: $11,867 to $16,408 per month The attorney supervisor directs and reviews the work of a team of the division's legal unit staff in multiple substantive areas of law, including occupational safety, health law, administrative law, employment law and labor law. The attorney also works in constitutional law, corporate law, bankruptcy law, criminal law and civil procedure law. Other duties include directing the work of complex and sensitive investigations of the California Bureau of Investigations. The application period closes on Thursday, March 6. Business taxes specialist I | Permanent, full-time Department: Tax and Fee Administration Salary: $7,817 to $9,785 per month The business taxes specialist independently performs the most complex, difficult, and sensitive tax compliance and collection work. Duties also include acting in a leadership capacity performing monthly reviews of aged revocation and collection cases, providing guidance to staff and evaluating needs for training. The business taxes specialist is expected to perform a review of assignments through the Centralized Revenue Opportunity System Assignment Control. The application period closes on Friday, Feb. 28. Chief executive officer | Permanent, full-time Department: Correctional Health Care Services Salary: $15,480 to $22,567 per month The chief executive officer is responsible for planning, organizing and coordinating a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week operation of one or two institutions and delivery of a multi-functional health care system. This system features a full range of medical, mental health, dental, pharmacy and medication management specialized care and clinic services. The chief executive officer serves as the Correctional Health Care Services Department's and receiver's principal advisor on the institution-specific application of health care policies and procedures. The application period is open until filled. Correctional lieutenant | Permanent, full-time Department: Corrections and Rehabilitation Salary: $8,924 to $11,932 per month The correctional lieutenant is responsible for managing the operations of the Regional Selection Center and acts as branch liaison to local wardens, parole region administrators, other department hiring authorities and community leaders. The correctional lieutenant independently makes administrative decisions pertaining to the operation of the Regional Selection Center. The application period is open until Tuesday, Feb. 18. Driver safety manager III | Permanent, full-time Department: Industrial Relations Salary: $9,456 to $10,742 per month The driver safety manager oversees staff and operations of the Fresno Driver Safety District office and resident locations in Bakersfield and Riverside. The driver safety manger provides direct supervision to the driver safety manager positions. Additional duties include planing, coordinating and managing the work and activities of the Fresno Driver Safety District office. The application period is open until Friday, Feb. 21. Environmental scientist | Permanent, full-time Department: Pesticide Regulation Salary: 4,269 to $8,877 per month The environmental scientist performs a broad range of work concerning present and future environmental, environmental health, and natural resource management issues related to protecting California's natural resources, agricultural productivity and public health. The environmental scientist oversees and implements enforcement of various environmental and environmental health-related laws and regulations such as review reports and other documents to determine the effects of proposed activities on environmental health. The application period closes on Sunday, March 2. Forester I | Permanent, full-time Department: Forestry and Fire Protection Salary: $6,233 to $8,090 per month The forester is responsible for implementing wildfire resilience efforts within the unit. The forester also assists in the implementation of the vegetation management/treatment programs, prescribed fire program, forestry assistance, fire prevention grants, forest practice and fuels reduction efforts in the unit. The position will be responsible for the oversight, planning, and implementation of various resource management programs and fire prevention grants consistent with forest health, forest resilience, fuels management and Unit Fire Plan objectives. The application period is open until filled. Physician and surgeon | Permanent, full-time Department: State Hospitals Salary: $20,142 to $26,631 per month The physician and surgeon is responsible for making professional decisions regarding general medical work and surgery, as well as for appropriate referrals for services not performed at the Department of State Hospitals in Coalinga. The physician and surgeon is required to maintain professional communication with physicians, consultants, nurses and other personnel. The application period is open until filled. Public Health Nurse II | Permanent, full time Department: State Hospitals Salary: 9,891 to $12,381 per month The public health nurse plans, implements and provides public health nursing services and an infection control program in an all-male forensic mental health state hospital. The role also assists with the surveillance prevention and control of infections and communicable diseases and carries out epidemiological investigations. The application period is open until filled. Senior hydraulics engineer | Permanent, full-time Department: Transportation Salary: $11,104 to $13,898 per month The senior hydraulics engineer directs the operations of the Hydraulics Branch, organizing, directing, evaluating and controling all phases of the department's Central Region Hydraulics program. The engineer is responsible for the completion and delivery of all assigned projects. Other duties include ensuring that projects meet all technical specifications, standards, requirements and are completed on schedule and within budget. The senior transportation civil engineer must be a registered civil engineer in California. The application period closes on Tuesday, Feb 18.
