Thursday, August 13th, 2015
403 historical sites, monuments protected: Rashid
ISLAMABAD, Aug 13 (DNA): Minister for Information and Broadcasting told Senate on Thursday that necessary steps have been taken for protection of archaeological sites in the country.In a written reply to a question, the Minister said the Department of Archaeology and Museums has protected 403 historical sites and monuments.He, however, said administrative control of the protected sites and monuments has now been transferred to the provinces concerned under 18th amendment of the constitution.
CEO Serena Hotels Aziz Boolani Decorated with Sitara-i-Imtiaz
DNA Aziz Boolani, CEO Serena Hotels South Asia has been awarded with prestigious Sitara-i-Imtiaz by the President of Pakistan. It is the third highest civilian award in Pakistan! It recognizes individuals who have made an especially meritorious contribution to the security or national interests of Pakistan, world peace, cultural or other significant public endeavours. We are tremendously proud of Aziz Boolani who richly deserved this award and recognition. There is no second opinion that under the leadership of Aziz Boolani, Serena Hotels have further prospered and strengthened their credentials besidesRead More
Iran supports Pakistan-brokered Afghan peace talks, says FF Javad Zarif
ISLAMABAD, 13 AUG (DNA) – The visiting Iranian Foreign Minister, Javad Zarif, on Thursday backed the Pakistan-brokered peace talks between the Afghan gov’t and the Taliban and said the process will ensure security in the region.“Iran is very much supportive of peace security cooperation between Pakistan and Afghanistan and in the region in general and inside Afghanistan,” the Iranian Foreign Minister when asked about his country’s stance on the peace process.
PM voices optimism about outcome of Vienna agreement
ISLAMABAD, 13 AUG (DNA) – Pakistani Prime Minister Mohammad Nawaz Sharif Thursday reiterated that the diplomatic agreement between Tehran and the world powers will bear positive results for the region and the world.Sharif made the remarks in a meeting with Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in Islamabad. The Pakistani prime minister felicitated Zarif on Iran-Group 5+1 nuclear agreement.
Vietnam keen to expand business relations with Pakistan: envoy
ISLAMABAD, AUG 13 (DNA) – A large delegation of Vietnam led by Nguyen Xuan Luu, Ambassador of Vietnam to Pakistan and Hoang Duc Nhuan, Ministry of Industry and Trade of Vietnam visited Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry and held B2B meetings with local businessmen to explore possibilities of business cooperation in areas of mutual interest.The delegation was representing textiles, electrical equipment, steel, home appliances, agro business, fruits & vegetables, beverages, fisheries, industrial machinery and auto parts etc.
Independence day celebrations at PNCA
ISLAMABAD, AUG 12 (DNA) -Independence is a great blessing. Jubilation of youngsters reflect their love and attachment with the soil. It is our duty to provide platform and best guidance to our youth and prepare them for future challenges commented Director General Shabbir Ahmed on the musical evening arranged by Pakistan National Council of the Arts in-connection with Independence Day Celebrations here at the PNCA auditorium.