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Business Recorder
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
Pakistan Refinery to shut down plant for ‘approximately 15 days'
Pakistan Refinery Limited (PRL) announced on Friday that it will be shut down from August 17 for 15 days. This was shared by the listed company in a notice to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) today. 'The Pakistan Refinery Limited is carrying out its regeneration shutdown starting from August 17, 2025, for approximately 15 days,' the PRL informed the bourse. The company is optimising its crude intake to align with its refinery configuration, prioritising crude types that enhance yields. Key upgrades include the Refinery Expansion and Upgradation Project (REUP), which targets the production of EURO-V compliant fuels (HSD and MS); installation of advanced deep conversion refinery technology to minimise furnace oil production; and doubling refinery capacity from 50,000 bpd to 100,000 bpd.
Express Tribune
08-08-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
PRL to buy Nigerian Bonny Light oil
Listen to article Pakistan Refinery Limited (PRL) will import its first cargo of Nigerian Bonny Light crude from Vitol in September, two sources familiar with the matter said, as Asian refiners shift towards cheaper alternatives to Middle Eastern oil. The 500,000-barrel, light-sweet crude cargo is expected to load later this month and arrive in Karachi by late September, the sources said, declining to be named as the information is not yet public. The price was not immediately known. Vitol and PRL did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The purchase follows Pakistan's first deal to import US crude, also supplied by Vitol, by Cnergyico, which is scheduled to arrive in October. Almost all of Pakistan's crude imports are sourced from the Middle East, primarily Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. However, along with other Asian refiners, Pakistan's industry has shown increased interest in recent months in supplies from elsewhere, including the US West Texas Intermediate crude and Kazakh CPC Blend, after Middle Eastern supplies became more expensive. As early as 2014, Pakistan imported Nigerian Yoho crude, according to data from Kpler, but the Bonny Light purchase is the country's first known purchase of Bonny Light, which is valued for its high yields of gasoline and diesel. Oil is Pakistan's largest import item, with crude and petroleum products accounting for $11.3 billion worth of imports in the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025, representing nearly a fifth of the country's total import bill.
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Science
- Time of India
Did humans live in Kachchh 5000 years before the Harappans and eat THIS? Read to find out
History keeps evolving with every new discovery. Sometimes, what we consider the beginning of civilization in a region turns out to be only a chapter in a much longer and richer story. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now That's exactly what a team of researchers has found in Gujarat's Kachchh region. Long before the Harappans built their cities, human communities were already living, surviving, and adapting to the land and its environment. These weren't city builders or traders yet, but they were intelligent, observant, and deeply connected to the natural world around them. A recent research study, released in a press note titled "Shell Chronicles of Ancient Kachchh" by the Ministry of Education, has revealed some archaeological evidence that places humans in this region at least 5,000 years before the Harappan civilisation. The study was conducted by researchers from IIT Gandhinagar (IITGN), in collaboration with IIT Kanpur, Inter University Accelerator Centre (IUAC), Delhi, and Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), Ahmedabad. According to Prof. V.N. Prabhakar, the lead investigator from IITGN, 'Our study is the first to identify these sites, confirm their cultural significance, and establish a chronological context.' The early humans ate this… These early communities, according to researchers, lived in a mangrove-rich landscape and heavily relied on shellfish like oysters and snails for food. Shell heaps, known as middens, were found in various parts of Khadir and nearby islands. These were once dismissed as natural deposits but are now recognized as evidence of early human life. To confirm the age of these findings, the team used Accelerator Mass Spectrometry (AMS), a high-precision method that measures Carbon-14 levels to date organic remains. This method, paired with tree-ring calibration, helped establish a timeline that predates the Harappans. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Shells collected were analysed at PRL, Ahmedabad, and IUAC Delhi with support from experts like Prof Ravi Bhushan, JS Ray, and Dr Pankaj Kumar, according to Prof. Prabhakar. Some tools were also discovered Interestingly, the also found stone tools such as blades, scrapers, and used cores, suggesting a community skilled in tool-making. As Dr Shikha Rai, a postdoctoral researcher and co-author, stated, 'The presence of these tools and associated raw materials suggests that the communities engaged in the prolific manufacture of implements for daily tasks.' The researchers believe these early groups had deep knowledge of their environment, and this may have later helped the Harappans in planning settlements and trade routes. Prof. Prabhakar noted, 'Instead of abrupt external influence, what we see here is a gradual, locally rooted process of adaptation and cultural development.' Earlier research done at IIT Gandhinagar had already studied the climate history of Khadir Island going back over 11,500 years. Now, with the discovery of these ancient shell middens, scientists believe they can learn even more. By closely examining these shells, researchers hope to understand what the climate was like when early humans lived in the area. These natural remains hold clues about rainfall, temperature, and sea levels from thousands of years ago. This can help build a clearer picture of how ancient people adapted to changes in their environment
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Welcome to the Gallagher Prem: English rugby's top flight rebrands and targets US
Premiership Rugby has rebranded England's top division as the Gallagher Prem as part of a wide-ranging reboot that includes plans to take a fixture to the United States in the coming years and kicking off next season on a Thursday night. Unperturbed by the existential threat posed by the R360 breakaway league, PRL on Saturday relaunches the Premiership on the day that Bath face Leicester in the final at Twickenham. Advertisement The change comes after widespread consultation with players including the England and Northampton full-back George Furbank and the Bath prop Beno Obano, with PRL executives stating it reflects 'how fans talk' and seeks to 'unashamedly celebrate intensity, physicality, grit and extreme athleticism'. Related: Owen Farrell agrees return to Saracens as player-coach on five-year deal The rebrand – the first time the league has changed name since 1997 – is also designed to underline PRL's intentions to start a new chapter after recent years have been plagued by financial turmoil with Worcester, Wasps and London Irish all going bust. Executives point to how the number of sellouts has risen from 18 to 30 this season while a new broadcast deal with TNT has been signed and, as exclusively revealed by the Guardian, Red Bull has agreed a deal to buy Newcastle Falcons. Plans for a franchise league also continue apace amid consultation with Deloitte and Raine Group over further investment. Advertisement Emboldened as a result, a return to the US is likely. In 2016, Saracens and London Irish locked horns in New York and a year later Newcastle and Saracens squared off in Philadelphia. Neither fixture moved the dial – only 6,000 attended the latter – but, with the US hosting the Rugby World Cup in 2031, there is a collective attempt among powerbrokers to capitalise. England are playing a Test against the USA in Washington in July while the All Blacks will meet Ireland in Chicago at Solider Field in the autumn in a rematch of their historic meeting in 2016. It is understood that the British & Irish Lions turned down the chance to play their warm-up match against Argentina next week in Las Vegas but a well-placed source has told the Guardian that playing a fixture in the US on the way to New Zealand in 2029 is likely. PRL's title sponsor, Gallagher, is based in Chicago and celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2027. Harlequins (Twickenham), Saracens (Tottenham Hotspur Stadium) and Bristol (Principality Stadium) have all staged matches away from their regular homes this season to great success. Asked about taking fixtures abroad, and if a return to the States was a prospect, the Premiership Rugby chief executive, Simon Massie-Taylor, said: 'Yeah, but you need to do it strategically. The obvious point is the US and we've had US games before and they've been flash in the pans, at the wrong time of the season, in the wrong area, in the wrong stadiums with the wrong teams. But there is an opportunity in the buildup to the 2031 World Cup, we've also got a US partner who are coming up to their 100th anniversary. 'It needs to lead to something. It's about maxing out what we've got domestically first, which is why sell-outs are so important. That needs to continue for these big games to exist, and then you start moving beyond your shores.' Advertisement Of the rebrand, Premiership Rugby's chief growth officer, Rob Calder, said: 'This is not formal, corporate or traditional. It's got grit, just like our competition. It's a physical contest that showcases power, pace and incredible skill under pressure, so we are unashamedly going to talk about physicality, intensity, extreme athleticism and the grit of top-flight rugby. 'This is about big hits, it's intense, it's full contact and it's unflinching. We know this works as we've spoken to the players, and the things they've said in the process are 'promote the players. Show the game, the aggression, the gladiatorial nature of the game, and give the brand the intensity to match'.' PRL chiefs have also confirmed that next season is set to start on a Thursday, two days before the women's World Cup final, in an effort to avoid a clash with the Twickenham showpiece. It is likely to be a one-off in the short-term but, with next year's Six Nations also starting on a Thursday at the request of broadcasters, midweek matches could become a more regular feature further down the line. Officials have also revealed that they intend to trial away sections at more matches next season after doing so at Saracens and Leicester in April.
NDTV
02-06-2025
- Science
- NDTV
ISRO Recruitment 2025: Applications Open For 320 Scientist/Engineer Posts, Check Steps To Apply
ISRO Recruitment 2025: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has officially begun the registration process for the recruitment of 320 Scientist/Engineer 'SC' posts across various disciplines. Eligible and interested candidates can apply online for the post by visiting the official website, ISRO Recruitment 2025: Key Dates Application Start Date: May 27, 2025 Application Deadline: June 16, 2025 Last Date for Fee Payment: June 18, 2025 ISRO Recruitment 2025: Vacancies Available Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Electronics) Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Mechanical) Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Computer Science) Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Electronics) - PRL Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Computer Science) - PRL ISRO Recruitment 2025: Age Limit Maximum age is 28 years as on June 16, 2025. Candidates must meet educational and technical qualifications as mentioned in the official notification on ISRO's website. ISRO Recruitment 2025: Application Fee Details A non-refundable application fee of Rs 250 is applicable for all posts. All applicants are required to pay a processing fee of Rs 750 at the time of application. Refund Policy Full refund (Rs 750) for women, SC/ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen who appear in the written test. Partial refund (Rs 500) for all other candidates who appear in the test. ISRO Recruitment 2025: How To Apply Visit the official ISRO website: Click on the "Apply Online" link on the homepage Select the post you are eligible for Fill in the required details and upload documents Make the application and processing fee payment Submit the form and download a copy for future reference ISRO Recruitment 2025: Selection Process The recruitment process involves: 1. Written Test - to be held at 11 designated centers across India. ISRO reserves the right to modify or cancel centers. 2. Interview - Shortlisting will be done in a 1:5 ratio (minimum 10 candidates per post) based on written test performance. 3. Final Selection - Based on a 50:50 weightage of written test and interview scores. ISRO Recruitment 2025: Pay Selected candidates will be appointed as Scientist/Engineer 'SC' under Level 10 of the Pay Matrix, with a starting basic pay of Rs 56,100/- per month, along with admissible allowances. Applicants are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying.
