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Business Recorder
18-06-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
Balochistan unveils Rs1028bn budget
QUETTA: The Balochistan government on Tuesday unveiled a Rs1,028 billion budget for the fiscal year 2025-26, with the health an education departments getting a major chunk. Balochistan Finance Minister Mir Shoaib Nosherwani presented the budget, which according to the government, prioritises transformative development, public welfare, and tackling pressing challenges such as climate change, healthcare, and education. According to the announcement, Balochistan government has proposed 10 percent increase in salaries of government employees while 7pc increase has been suggested in pension of the retired government employees. Balochistan government unveils Rs1028 bln surplus budget for FY2025-26 According to the budget document, the overall outaly of the budget for fiscal year 2025-26 is Rs1020 billion. The non-development budget has been set at Rs640 billion. The provincial government also proposed to increase disparity allowance by 20pc for eligible government employees from BS 1 to BS16. The provincial government said federal revenue for the next fiscal year is estimated at Rs 801 billion while Balochistan's own revenue was projected at Rs 101 billion. Rs 24 billion revenue is expected from the sui gas lease extension bonus. The overall total revenue for the next fiscal year is estimated at Rs 1020 billion with expenditure estimated at Rs 986 billion and total savings in the budget are estimated at Rs 34 billion. Balochistan government has allocated Rs 249 billion for development expenditure from its own resources, while Rs66.5 billion will be available for federal development projects. The development expenditure financed by foreign aid is estimated at Rs 30 billion. Balochistan government has allocated 19 percent of the development budget for the Communications Department. More than Rs 55.2 billion 21 allocated for the Communications Department, Rs42.7 billion earmarked for the Irrigation Department and Rs19.8 billion set aside for school education. Balochistan Finance Minister told the assembly that Rs16.5 billion allocated for development projects in health sector, development budget of the Local Government Department has been set at Rs12.9 billion. Rs10 billion 17 crores allocated for Agriculture Department while development budget of the Energy Department has been fixed at Rs7.8 billion. Balochistan Finance Minister claimed that Rs4.99 billion set aside for higher education, Rs56 crore allocated for mines and minerals, over Rs15 crore for women development. The Balochistan government has announced Rs12.6 billion for science and technology and Rs17.1 billion for public health engineering department. Earlier, Provincial Cabinet which met under the chair of Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti has approved budget for next fiscal year 2025-26. Addressing the Cabinet meeting, CM Bugti lauded Finance Minister and officers of planning and other concerned departments for offering a balanced budget. Balochistan CM said the second batch of 2300 youth will soon leave for training abroad. Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti hoped that the province will receive installment from the federation for conversion of agricultural tube wells on solar. Balochistan Chief Minister demanded transparency in mega projects worth 60 billion. He said the government was opening 3200 government schools which had been closed due to shortage of funds and other challenges. CM Bugti said 150 BHUS will be attached with tele medicines in the province. He lauded Chief Secretary for pension reforms scheme. Balochistan Chief Minister said irrigation, communication, education, health, law and order and climate change will be given priority in the new budget.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
5 THINGS: City to hold pollutant collection event
The City of Muskogee is holding a household pollutant collection event June 7. Tera Shows with the City of Muskogee Communications Department answers questions about the event. 1 What are residents allowed to drop off? 'Acceptable materials include pesticides, leftover oil-based paints, used motor oil, solvents, cleaners, acids, poisons, aerosols, fluorescent bulbs with a limit of three and all types of batteries. Products should be kept in their original containers, if possible.' 2 What materials are not going to be accepted? 'Pressurized gas cylinders, ammunition, explosives, school lab chemicals, fire extinguishers, or containers of unknown substances will not be accepted for safety reasons. Because of state and federal regulations, no wastes from commercial businesses or agricultural sources are allowed.' 3 Are there any other acceptable items allowed that residents might not think of? 'Residents may also deliver tires from passenger cars, pickups and large trucks for free disposal, with a 25-tire limit per household. Tractor tires, large implement tires, tires on metal rims or tires from commercial shops or dealers will not be accepted.' 4 Will there be any other pick-up events that day? 'The material yard will also be open for the free dump day. Trash will only be accepted from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will close at 3 p.m. sharp. To manage time constraints, residents must be in line by 3 p.m. Commercial waste will not be accepted. The landfill will be open to paying customers only. In addition, the brush and limb site will be open and free to the public 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring only brush and limbs, no stumps, to the site at 40th and Denver streets. The site is located to the right of the Hatbox Soccer Complex.' 5 What must residents bring in order to be allowed to drop off materials? 'Residents will be required to show a Driver's License and a current City water bill at each site. In the event of a lightning storm, gates will be temporarily closed for the safety of attendees until the storm has passed.' — Ronn Rowland
Yahoo
18-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
'Nothing lasts forever:' Fox 19 meteorologist announces he is moving on
Cincinnati says goodbye to yet another FOX19 meteorologist after he announced his departure via social media Thursday. Ethan Emery, weekend meteorologist and multimedia journalist, will have his last day on the air May 11 after three years with the station. "Nothing ever lasts forever, and that includes my time with WXIX. I'm forever grateful for the time I've had both as an intern and as an employee for FOX19 through the years," Emory wrote in an Instagram post. Emery, a Southern State Community College and Ohio University graduate, joined FOX19 in 2022. He previously worked for several other television stations nationwide, including KOTA-TV and KEVN in Rapid City, South Dakota and WBKO in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Emery said that his goal of being a weatherman in Cincinnati is complete, but the journey he has made has opened the doors to several more goals, which include transitioning his focus to a career switch with the Communications Department in Montgomery County. "I have been full-time with Montgomery County Communications Department since March 31. That was when I became a part-time employee with FOX19," said Emery. "Now that I'm in a new role, I'm excited to serve the people of Montgomery County through my role in the Communications Department." He is now the third forecaster to leave FOX19 this year. Ashley Smith left in January after 17 years with the station to become a Public Information Officer at Hoxworth Blood Center, and Frank Marzullo departed a month later in February after 18 years to pursue other opportunities outside of the television world, according to Emery. Steve Horstmeyer, a veteran meteorologist who has been with FOX19 for 30 years, intends to retire from his accomplished career in late August after two extensions of his role, according to Emery. "The last two extensions of his retirement speak to the character that he has to help the station and team," said Emery." I have been fortunate and lucky to be able to have him as a leader over the last few years and am happy to call him a friend!" He will miss coworkers and viewers alike, as he thanked those who have supported him throughout the years of his career. "Thank you for reading, watching, listening and being a part of my story," Emery wrote. "I am forever grateful towards all of you (who) have been there, have helped me, and are here for me." This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: FOX19 meteorologist leaves station after three years
Morocco World
29-03-2025
- Business
- Morocco World
Morocco Adds Gaming, Fake News Verification to Communications Ministry
Mrirt – The Moroccan government approved a new decree on Friday that significantly expanded the responsibilities of its Communications Department, adding gaming and fake news verification to its duties. During a meeting in Rabat, the Government Council adopted the proposal presented by Mohamed Mehdi Bensaid, Minister of Youth, Culture, and Communication. The new decree (No. 2.24.1143) adds two major responsibilities to the Communication department. First, the newly approved decree is set to develop plans to grow Morocco's video game industry. Second, it will create mechanisms to verify and combat fake news in institutional and public communications. With this adoption, the government says its aim is to modernize the Communications Department's structure to keep pace with rapid developments in media, communications, and digital transformation. The reorganization will establish administrative structures that can effectively implement and monitor the department's projects. The restructuring creates three new directorates while maintaining the current Human Resources and Financial Directorate. The new additions include the Video Game Industry and Information Systems Development Directorate, the Media Studies and Modernization Directorate, and the Communication and Media Relations Directorate. Read also: Morocco Emerges as a Strategic Hub for Africa's Gaming Industry These changes will operate alongside the existing General Secretariat and General Inspectorate. The decree represents Morocco's response to emerging challenges in the digital communication ecosystem, particularly addressing concerns about misinformation while simultaneously investing in growing digital entertainment sectors. Industry experts note that Morocco's gaming industry has shown promising growth potential in recent years, with this formal recognition potentially accelerating the development of local talent and attracting international investment. In January, the Ministry of Youth, Culture, and Communication launched a program that aims to help entrepreneurs in the gaming industry to structure their businesses effectively, ensure their sustainable growth, and enhance technical capabilities in this ever-growing competitive sector. Tags: fake newsgaming in MoroccoMorocco
Yahoo
11-02-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Ukrainian Air Assault Forces show footage of new offensive in Russia's Kursk Oblast
The Command of the Ukrainian Air Assault Forces has published a video showing new offensive operations by Ukraine's defence forces in Russia's Kursk Oblast in early February. Source: Communications Department of the Air Assault Forces Command on Facebook Quote: "In close coordination with support units, combat and logistical forces, paratroopers of the 82nd Separate Air Assault Bukovyna Brigade successfully conducted offensive actions in one of the fronts within Russia's Kursk Oblast." Details: It was reported that Ukraine's defence forces managed to secure new positions and significantly improve their tactical situation as a result of a "swift and unexpected manoeuvre for the enemy". Background: Earlier, the Institute for the Study of War, citing geolocated footage published on 6 February, reported that Ukrainian forces had conducted a new series of mechanised attacks in Russia's Kursk Oblast, breaking through to a depth of five kilometres behind the Russian defence line southeast of the town of Sudzha. Support UP or become our patron!
