Tuesday, March 10th, 2020
Coronavirus threat: PIA suspends directs flights to Milan
KARACHI, MARCH 10 (DNA) : The Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) on Tuesday decided to suspend direct flights to Italy’s financial hub Milan, amid coronavirus outbreak. The decision has been taken in the wake of coronavirus outbreak in Italy, specially in Milan that has claimed over 463 lives so far. PIA operates flights to Milan from Lahore and Islamabad airports. Sources familiar with the development said the flight operations to Milan will remain suspended till March 31. The orders have been issued to cancel all the flight bookings to Milan tillRead More
Italy wakes up to deserted streets in coronavirus lockdown
ROME, MARCH 10 (DNA) : Italy woke up on to deserted streets in an unprecedented lockdown on Tuesday after the government extended quarantine measures across the entire country in a bid to slow Europe’s worst outbreak of the coronavirus. The measures, announced late on Monday by Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte, widen steps already taken in the rich northern region of Lombardy and parts of neighbouring provinces, clamping down on movement and closing public spaces. “The future of Italy is in our hands. Let us all do our part, by givingRead More
International Women’s Day celebrated at Serena
ISLAMABAD, MAR 10 (DNA) – “A society is better when women are given equal respect and opportunities. It’s for this reason we must collectively advocate for change, challenge stereotypes and push for tangible actions.” These remarks were expressed by CEO Serena Hotels Aziz Boolani at a lunch given in honour of women associates at Serena Hotels to mark the International Women’s Day. He said we are working to bridge the gender gap at all levels and departments, including leadership positions, to benefit from the emotional intelligence that women bring toRead More
Coronavirus outbreak: Sindh officials recommend longer shutdown of schools
KARACHI, MARCH 10 (DNA) : An emergency meeting of provincial health department on Tuesday recommended closure of educational institutions to the Chief Minister of Sindh amid emergence of nine new cases of novel coronavirus in Karachi. The meeting chaired by Health Minister of Sindh Azra Pechuho has also decided to issue an advisory for ban on gathering at public places and immediately setting up coronavirus information desks at all hospitals across the province. The health officials meeting which was attended by representatives of the health ministry, district health officers (DHOs)Read More
PTC launches 2nd chapter of its exports initiative “Made in Pakistan”
ISLAMABAD, MAR 10 (DNA) – : Pakistan Tobacco Company Limited, a subsidiary of a British American Group (BAT), Monday launched its second chapter of the exports initiative “Made in Pakistan-2” and roadmap for future manufacturing investments to enhance exports. The event was graced by various dignitaries including economists, business maestros and important dignitaries from the Government’s economic, investment and commerce teams. Regional management of British American Tobacco was in attendance too. Guest of Honor Syed Zulifqar Abbas Bukhari Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Overseas Pakistanis & Human ResourceRead More
Azerbaijan ambassador hosts reception to celebrate Novruz
ISLAMABAD, MAR 10 (DNA) -The Azerbaijan Embassy in Pakistan hosted an event dedicated to Novruz holiday. The event presented Azerbaijani culture, national and spiritual values, as well as cuisine. Azerbaijan’s Ambassador to Pakistan Ali Alizade said that on March 21, 2010, the UN General Assembly proclaimed the International Day of Nowruz at the initiative of Azerbaijan and other countries celebrating Novruz. The ambassador said that this holiday has been celebrated annually in Azerbaijan for many centuries and is tied to ancient historical roots and cultural values andRead More