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World’s First Floating Nuclear Power Plant

Russia is building the first floating nuclear reactor in the world. Receiving criticisms from environmentalists, each nuclear plant can supply electricity to 45,000 people and will have the ability to transform sea water into fresh water.

When completed next year, the first plant will be deployed in Russia’s Far East, the Kamchatka Peninsula, north of Japan. Greenpeace expressed its concern over the economic viability of the project saying that its cost of production is 40 percent more expensive than the traditional plants. Algeria, China and Indonesia have shown interest in the plants.

On the other hand, countries like Germany, Italy and Japan are turning away from nuclear energy.

Krrish 3: Hrithik Roshan Plays Triple Role

Fans of Hrithik Roshan will be excited to hear about the upcoming movie Krrish 3. After huge success of Koi mil gaya and Krish, Director Rakesh Roshan presenting his son once again but this time Hrithik will be seen on performing triple role.

Rakesh Roshan has understandably decided on the formidable actor playing a triple role in the film. ‘Krrish 3’ will be a story of three generations where Hrithik will be seen in the role of father, son and grandson.

To see Hrithik’s avatar of characters in action, make sure to look out for the highly anticipated ‘Krrish 3’, due for release in 2012.

(COMSTECH) International Workshop On Poor Man’s Disease

The workshop titled ‘Modern Applications of Combinatorial Chemistry’ was organised by the COMSTECH in collaboration with International Centre for Chemical and Biological Sciences (ICCBS) of the University of Karachi and Commission on Science and Technology for Sustainable Development in the South (COMSATS). Chemists from different Islamic countries have called for investing in research and development of drugs against poor man’s diseases.

ICCBS Director Dr Muhammad Iqbal Choudhary underlined the need to focus attention on poor man’s diseases prevalent in the developing countries and stressed the need to make investment for research and development in this sector.

Poor man’s diseases include a range of diseases caused by individual pathogens, and groups of conditions caused by related microbial species. They are spread by animal hosts such as dogs, fish or by vectors such as mosquitoes, black flies, snails, bugs and common houseflies.

This workshop is sixth of the series of the international workshops COMSTECH has planned for the current year. Thirty-five scientists, science policymakers, researchers and trainers from Egypt, Turkey, Nigeria, Sudan, Malaysia, Taiwan, Sri Lanka and Pakistan are participating in this three-day workshop which will end on 16 June.

HEC Establishes Quality Enhancement Cell

Government has increased quality enhancement cells from 10 to 84 to ensure the program quality and student learning. HEC is facilitating the universities by providing guidelines, trainings, awareness seminars and workshops. A number of steps taken in this regard include the integration of the concept of quality assurance in higher learning to achieve enhanced levels of international compatibility.

Activities include program self-assessment at one end to institutional performance review by peers at the other end. The Quality Enhancement Cells discussed the implementation status of HEC’s self- assessment model at their respective universities. Parallel to the meeting, a workshop for skill enhancement of Quality Enhancement Cells in the field of quality education was also held. The resource person for this workshop was Dr. Abdul Wahid Usmani, Director QEC, Dow university of Health Sciences Karachi.

Eight Wounded in Doctors Protest in Quetta

The doctors in Baluchistan have been on strike for the past couple of weeks to press the government to accept their demands. They want their salary and perks to be at par with those of doctors in the other provinces. At least eight doctors were injured today when police opened fire on their procession in Quetta while marching toward the Chief Minister’s residence.

One of the wounded doctors was in critical condition and at least 50 doctors were also arrested after police baton-charged and shelled the participants of the march.

Afridi Resolved Conflicts with PCB

According to sources, former captain of Pakistan team Shahid Afridi met with chairman of Pakistan Cricket Board and made out of court settlement.

According to the sources, important government officials were also present in the meeting. Former skipper agreed to withdraw the case against the PCB and also to appear before the disciplinary committee of the board.

The PCB will issue the NOC for Afridi after he appears before the committee. After getting the required permission Afridi will be able to play for Hampshire County in a T20 tournament in England and Sri Lanka Premier League.

Airbus Unveils Aircraft Design of 2050

Plane manufacturer Airbus has looked 40 years into the future and unveiled concept designs for the aircraft of 2050. Class divisions of First, Business and Economy will replaced by personalized zones that offer flexible, tailored levels of relaxation, interactivity and working spaces. Passengers can choose to travel in the Interactive zone, with a bar and electronic games where they can mingle and socialize. And those wanting quiet and solitude can choose the Relaxation zone.

Entertainment would move well beyond the seatback TV screen, with concepts for the Interactive zone including virtual holographic golf courses or virtual clothes shopping.

Although Airbus are gazing 40 years into the future, some of these developments could be turned into reality and incorporated into plane designs so that passengers reap the benefit of air travel with minimal environmental impact.

Adnan Sami says “No” to go back to Pakistan

Everyone knows that how Pakistani actors and singers are treated in India. Recently, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has confiscated eight properties and five parking spaces acquired by Adnan Sami and imposed a fine of Rs 20 lakh on the singer as being a Pakistan National and he is not allowed to acquire any property in India. Adnan Sami violated the law of India and purchased 8 flats in Mumbai without approval from the competent authorities.

Despite all these facts, Adnan Sami is still insisting on showing his association with India. He said “I will manage to live in a tent in India but can’t imagine going to back to Pakistan,”

Misbah Expressed His Satisfaction Over Ireland Trip

Pakistan team captain Misbhul Haq said that he was satisfied with the performance of the team in Ireland series of match. While talking to media he said that the performance of the young players would increase with passage of time.

He said that West Indies and Ireland tour was a nice blend of mutual understanding between the team and team management. According to Misbah, the management has been very supportive during the twin tour of West Indies and Ireland.

When he was questioned about captaincy, he replied that captaincy was an honour for me and it was up to the cricket board for how much time they would rely on me. He declined to comment on asking question about ongoing conflict between former caption Shahid Afridi and PCB.

Islamabad on High Alert After Suicide Bombing

Capital security put on high alert after suicide bombing in Islamabad in which a private security guard was killed and several other sustained injuries.

Strict security measures have been taken in Federal Capital after suicide attack on Monday. Security has been tightened on exit and entry points of Federal capital besides commercial areas to deal with any eventuality. In addition special commandos and plainclothes police officials have also deployed in and around sensitive places.

Two blasts in two days have once again given rise to fears. Special guidelines have also been issued for those officials that were deployed on pickets and asked them to keep vigilant eye.