Monday, March 1st, 2021
‘Tom & Jerry’ gives box office some life with $13.7M opening
NEW YORK — A not-so-distant recovery for movie theaters could be glimpsed Sunday, as Warner Bros.′ live-action-animation hybrid “Tom & Jerry” debuted with $13.7 million in ticket sales, the best domestic opening of the year. The better-than-expected opening came despite just 42% of U.S. theaters being open, according to data firm Comscore. “Tom & Jerry” also played in 2,475 North American cinemas simultaneously as it did in the home, where it’s streaming on HBO Max for a month. Yet “Tom & Jerry” still managed the second-best opening of the pandemicRead More
ASEAN foreign ministers to discuss Myanmar situation
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) will hold a special meeting on Tuesday to discuss the situation in Myanmar following the Feb. 1 military coup, officials confirmed. Indonesia’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Teuku Faizasyah told Anadolu Agency that the virtual meeting will start at 3 p.m. Indonesian time (0800 GMT). Singapore’s Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan also confirmed the special meeting. “A special ASEAN foreign ministers will be convened via a video conference where we will listen to the representative of Myanmar’s military authorities,” he told the parliament. Balakrishnan called onRead More
CJ Balochistan High Court inaugurates Martyrs ‘Arcade in District Court Quetta
QUETTA, MAR 1 (DNA) – Chief Justice Balochistan High Court Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhel inaugurated the Martyrs ‘Arcade in District Court Quetta. Addressing the inauguration ceremony of Martyrs’ Arcade, Chief Justice Balochistan High Court Justice Jamal Mandokhel said that it was unfortunate that Every department in the country has formed a team to fulfill their own ambitions. All the issues that are lacking should be resolved through negotiations. If terrorism is to be eradicated, then it is necessary to find the reasons and find a solution. The purpose of theRead More
RCCI Build 2021 and Construction Trade Fair ends on a high note
DNA Rawalpindi: The first Build 2021 and Construction Trade Fair being organized by the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) ended on a high note at Topi Rakh Complex Ayub Park Rawalpindi. On the third day of Expo, High Commissioner of Sri Lanka Vice Admiral Mohan Wijewickrama and South African High Commissioner Mthuthuzeli Madikiza visited different stalls and appreciated the development projects, High Tech clean and green equipment for buildings. The envoys appreciated RCCI for its efforts towards promoting trade activities and organising exhibitions. RCCI President Nasir Mirza said theRead More
MCI conducts operation against encroachments, illegal branding
ISLAMABAD, MAR 1 (DNA) – Upon the directions of Administrator, MCI Shafaq Hashmi, operation has been carried out by the Directorate of Municipal Administration in PWD and 26 No. Chungi near Tarnol against illegal billboards and streamers. Moreover, in continuation with the directions of Chairman CDA, Amer Ali Ahmed, operation against illegal encroachments in urban centers continued in G. 7 Markaz, G. 8 Markaz, Karachi Company G 9 and G. 11 Markaz. Encroachments in corridors and footpaths have been removed and the activity shall continue in coming days as well.
CDA’s anti-encroachment drive continues
ISLAMABAD, MAR 1 (DNA) – The operation of Capital Development Authority (CDA) against encroachments and land grabbers is underway. The Enforcement Department of CDA conducted operation against illegal constructions and encroachments at Panjgraan, Lehtrar road, Khhana pul, Tramari, and Tarlai on Monday. 03 homes, 09 rooms, 04 washrooms, 04 boundary walls, buffalo shelters, and some other constructions were demolished in Panjgraan. Construction material was captured from the spot. On the other hand operations were also conducted at Lehtrar road, Khhana pul, Tramari, and Tarlai upon the complaints of the citizens.Read More