Friday, September 3rd, 2021
Ending fear, uncertainty, biggest governance challenge for IEA in Afghanistan
ISLAMABAD, SEPT 3 /DNA/ -In the wake of complete US withdrawal, brain drain from Afghanistan is posing a serious threat to a return to normalcy as skilled and educated people, facing an uncertain future, are leaving their country in desperation. This warrants some immediate action by the Taliban’s Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan to ensure predictability in governance so that the prevailing chaos engulfing the lives of millions of common Afghans can come to an end.This sentiment resonated at a roundtable titled ‘Afghanistan: Post-US Withdrawal – Present and Future Challenges’ whichRead More
Vice Admiral Faisal Rasul Lodhi appointed as vice chief of naval staff
ISLAMABAD, SEPT 3 /DNA/ -Vice Admiral Faisal Rasul Lodhi has been appointed as Vice Chief of the Naval Staff (VCNS). Vice Admiral Faisal Rasul Lodhi was commissioned in Operations Branch of Pakistan Navy in 1986. Admiral has an illustrious career with wide ranging Command and Staff appointments. His major Command appointments include Commanding Officer PNS TARIQ, Director Pakistan Navy Tactical School, Flag Officer Sea Training, Commander Coast and Commander Karachi. His major Staff appointments include Directing Staff at Pakistan Navy War college, Director Naval Warfare & Operational Plans at NavalRead More
Sc Orders Agp To Conduct Audit Of Pr’s Old Gulf Club
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court (SC) on Friday directed the auditor general of Pakistan (AGP) to conduct audit of the Old Gulf Club, owned by Pakistan Railways. A three-member bench of SC headed by the acting chief justice of Pakistan while showing the resentment over the non-issuance of the tender for the lease of the Old Gulf Club remarked why the authorities have failed in releasing the tender despite the passage of two and half years. Justice Ijazul Ahsan asked the railway authorities how long it will take to release theRead More
Tokyo Paralympics: Ambassador MATSUDA greets Haider Ali in Discus throw
ISLAMABAD, SEPT 3 /DNA/ – Ambassador MATSUDA Kuninori extends congratulations to Mr. Haider Ali, Pakistan’s premier para-athlete, for showing his great talent by winning the Gold Medal in the final of men’s Discus throw (F37) competition in the Tokyo Paralympics and conveys best wishes for his future endeavors.“ I am truly delighted to see Pakistani athlete’s success in the Tokyo Paralympics. My sincere congratulations to Haider Ali, his family and the people of Pakistan for this amazing success to achieve the Gold Medal. I believe that you have made yourRead More
Italian FM to arrive on Sunday
DNA ISLAMABAD: Italian Foreign Minister Luigi Di Maio is expected to arrive in Pakistan on Sunday for bilateral talks. The Italian foreign minister during his visit is scheduled to meet with the high level Pakistani officials. The Italian minister’s visit takes place in wake of recent developments in Afghanistan. The minister will ostensibly discuss the emerging Afghan scenario with the Pakistani authorities. The visit of the foreign minister will further strengthen bilateral relations between Pakistan and Italy.
Turkish Govt further eases quarantine rules for travelers arriving from Pakistan
ANKARA, SEPT 3 /DNA/ -Turkish Government has further eased quarantine regulations for Pakistani nationals intending to travel to Turkey. Announced on 2nd September, these regulations will become effective from 4th September. Irrespective of vaccination status, all passengers will submit a negative PCR test result that should be made at most 72 hours before their entry into Turkey. As per the new regulations, passengers arriving from Pakistan who will have documentary proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be exempted from quarantine. Such vaccination should be of two doses approved by the WorldRead More