ISLAMABAD : The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Friday threw out a writ petition seeking directives for the government to reopen educational institutions that were closed in March to stem the spread of coronavirus. IHC Chief Justice Athar Minallah dismissed the petition after hearing arguments of the petitioner’s lawyer, ruling that this is a policy matter and that the court cannot meddle in executive affairs. The counsel submitted before the court that his client had approached this court seeking reopening of education institutes, but it directed him to approach relevantRead More

Whether we speak of emerging markets such as Pakistan or the developed world, governments need to focus on the financial viability and regulatory structures of the aviation and aerospace sectors DNA ISLAMABAD:  Since COVID-19 has had such a dramatic impact on the aviation and aerospace sectors, and since recovery is not expected for several years, there is a need for governments to develop hybrid models that support these sectors, including through specific interventions and longer term support. These industries face fundamental transformations, and so multi-stakeholder response must be dynamic, comprehensive,Read More

KARACHI : Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has made an announcement for further reduction in fares for the domestic destination. The PIA spokesperson said that reduced fares have been introduced by the national carrier for flights between Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad. According to the new package announced for flights between Islamabad, Karachi and Lahore, the airline fixed Rs7,400 for one-way ticket along with 20kg cargo weight, whereas, Rs13,500 will be charged for two-way ticket from the passenger travelling to the the aforesaid route along with 20 kg cargo weight. Meanwhile, Rs8,400Read More

Syed Ali Nawaz Gilani Secretary General PCFA Khyber Chapter mentioned that for further strengthening the Pak-China Relations in all fields of life PCFA Khyber & PDF have joined hands for this Pak-China Friendship Tree Plantation 2020 initiative which was launched by Chinese Ambassador Mr. Yao Jing on 24th August 2020 at Khyber Pakhtunkhwa House, Islamabad STAFF REPORT KOHAT – September 04, 2020: The Pakistan Development Foundation (PDF) and Pakistan China Friendship Association (PCFA) have started planting trees under the banner of Pak-China Friendship Tree Plantation Campaign in Kohat Division. A humbleRead More

ISLAMABAD : Federal Education Minister Shafqat Mahmood tweeted on Friday that some fake social media accounts in his name are peddling false news claiming that schools will remain shut until Oct. “Not true. Education ministers meet on 7th to finally decide [on reopening of educational institutions] with likelihood of opening on Sept 15 in a phased manner,” he said. On Aug 21, Shafqat Mahmood had said a final decision to reopen schools that were closed in March to prevent the spread of coronavirus would be taken at an interprovincial educationRead More