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France 24
01-08-2025
- Climate
- France 24
Sand and dust storm sweeps across southern Peru
Peru's national weather service said wind gusts reached up to 50 kilometers (31 miles) per hour in the Ica region, about 400 kilometers south of Lima. The storm in Ica forced traffic to a halt on highways and disrupted tourism activities for three hours. The effects of the unusual weather event were also felt in the regions of Arequipa, Moquegua, and Tacna -- which borders Chile -- where winds reached up to 32 kilometers an hour. Similarly strong winds were also recorded in the capital Lima, causing some trees to fall. "This event was caused by the South Pacific anticyclone, which has intensified and is currently very close to the continent, generating high-speed downdrafts at the surface," Rosario Julca of the national weather service told Canal N television. "An anticyclone is a clockwise circulation in the Pacific Ocean that, when it nears the continent, increases wind speeds," she added. According to Julca, the presence of such "downdrafts, combined with the desert terrain, has generated a sudden and massive dust uprising." The weather agency said the "increase in wind speed, ranging from moderate to strong intensity," is expected to continue along the Peruvian coast through Sunday. The National Emergency Operations Center said that local authorities are assessing the damage.
India.com
02-07-2025
- Business
- India.com
Pakistan rattled as Modi govt begins halting water after suspending Indus Water Treaty; Islamabad plotting with China to build new dam in…, it will be capable of…
(File) Indus Water Treaty: Pakistan is rattled as India has set in motion plans to halt water supply from the Indus river system after the suspension of the Indus Water Treaty following the heinous April 22 Pahalgam terror attack earlier this year. Now, panicked and rattled by Narendra Modi government's plans to stop the flow of water, Pakistan has announced that it will increase its water storage capacity and will build a large dam with the help of its 'iron brother' China, to meet that goal. How Pakistan plans to increase water storage capacity? The announcement was made by Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during his visit the National Emergency Operations Center (NEOC) in Islamabad. Sharif said that the country will increase its water storage capacities in the next few years, and use the Diamer Bhasha dam and similar projects for that purpose, adding that the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) will play an important role in the matter. The Pakistani prime minister stated that the 'enemy' had 'illegally' suspended the Indus Water Treaty, but Islamabad will enhance its capacity to store more water without any dispute using projects such as the Diamer Bhasha dam. Sharif also talked about the damage caused by 2022 floods and the danger of water crisis posed by climate change. What makes Diamer Bhasha Dam project a concern for India? The Diamer-Bhasha Dam is a concrete-filled gravity dam being built on the Indus River between Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK). Once completed, the gigantic dam will be a staggering 272 meters in height, making it the world's tallest Roller Compact Concrete (RCC) dam. The dam will have a reservoir of about 8 million acre feet (MAF). However, apart from Pakistan, its ally China has shown keen interest in the project as Beijing wants it to be a part of the ambitious China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). This is a major cause of concern of New Delhi as China will increase its influence and interference in a strategic region which lies close to the India's borders. How Pakistan depends on the Indus river system? Pakistan is an agrarian economy and its agriculture is heavily dependent on the Indus river system, especially the Jhelum, Chenab, and Indus rivers. If India manages to divert or completely stop the flow of water to Pakistan from these, the neighboring country's agriculture could be seriously impacted and even lead to crop failures and drought in severe cases. Why India suspended the Indus Water Treaty? Earlier this year, India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty after the heinous April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, and now the Modi government has devised a long-term strategy that will make Pakistan yearn for every single drop of water in the coming future. According to reports, the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government is committed to make Pakistan pay for the Pahalgam massacre, and plans are in place in to restrict water from the Indus, Sutlej and Beas rivers to the enemy country.
United News of India
16-06-2025
- United News of India
1 dead, 5 injured after earthquake rocks Peru's capital
Lima, June 16 (UNI) At least one person was killed and five others were injured Sunday after a 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck Peru's capital Lima, the National Emergency Operations Center (COEN) confirmed. The earthquake took place at 11:35 a.m. local time (1635 GMT) at a depth of 49 km. Its epicenter was in the neighboring province of Callao. Police identified the dead victim as a 36-year-old motorcycle taxi driver, who was struck by a structure that toppled from the fourth floor of the building while he was waiting for a passenger outside a home, reported private news network Radio Programas del Peru. The Regional Emergency Operations Center (COER) in Lima immediately contacted all 43 districts in the capital, which reported moderate landslides on cliffs in the coastal area. Meanwhile, the Economic Operations Committee of the Ministry of Energy and Mines reported power outages in the districts of Villa El Salvador, Ventanilla, Ancon and Pachacamac. Peruvian President Dina Boluarte visited the COEN's headquarters in the Chorrillos district to assess the situation and called on the public to remain calm in the face of seismic events. "In times of an earthquake, the first thing that must prevail is calm, taking shelter under doorways, away from glass because it can shatter," the president said. UNI XINHUA ARN
Express Tribune
07-03-2025
- Health
- Express Tribune
Pakistan honours female polio workers ahead of International Women's Day
The Pakistan Polio Eradication Program paid tribute to female polio workers on Friday, recognising their dedication and contributions in high-risk areas during a ceremony in Islamabad on Friday ahead of International Women's Day (March 8). Female health workers are at the forefront of the country's polio eradication efforts, constituting more than 58.4% of the polio workforce. They play a leading role in the crucial door-to-door inoculation drives, often working in some of the most challenging environments. During the ceremony, Ayesha Raza Farooq, the Prime Minister's Focal Person on Polio, reaffirmed the government's commitment to supporting female workers. "Today, as we commemorate International Women's Day, I want to reaffirm our collective commitment to ensuring a safe, dignified, and enabling environment for every female frontline worker," she said. Farooq also highlighted the Pakistan Polio Programme's implementation of an anti-harassment policy, ensuring a secure and professional environment for female workers. The event gathered national and provincial coordinators of the polio program, alongside senior officials, and included video messages from frontline female workers who shared their experiences. Many spoke about the challenges they face, such as convincing hesitant families to vaccinate their children, while expressing pride in their role in working towards a polio-free future. Anwarul Haq, the top official at the National Emergency Operations Center (NEOC), praised the dedication of female workers, calling them the 'backbone' of Pakistan's polio eradication efforts. 'This year's theme resonates deeply with us at the National Emergency Operations Center as we honor female polio workers who are considered as the backbone of Pakistan's polio eradication efforts,' he said. "These women work tirelessly, often in difficult and high-risk areas, to ensure every child receives the life-saving polio vaccine," he added. Haq further emphasised the importance of empowering women in public health roles. "Their courage and unwavering commitment reflect the incredible strength of Pakistani women," he said. "Empowering them is not just about recognizing their contributions: it is about strengthening our communities and ensuring a healthier, polio-free Pakistan," he added. Haq also stressed the significance of gender sensitivity in public health, noting that supporting women in frontline health roles contributes to building a more inclusive, resilient, and prosperous society. Pakistan recently concluded its first nationwide anti-polio campaign of 2025, with authorities reporting six polio cases so far this year. Additional vaccination rounds are planned for April and May, as the country continues its efforts to eradicate the disease.
