Friday, September 24th, 2021
UN Chief warns no region immune to climate disasters
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned that no region is immune to climate disasters, and that our window of opportunity to prevent the worst climate impacts is rapidly closing. Speaking in a UN Security Council debate on climate and security, he urged the G20 industrialized nations to step up and drive action before the UN Climate Conference in Glasgow, in early November.
Air University, Nayatel join hands for strengthening industry-academia ties
ISLAMABAD, SEPT 24 (DNA) – Vice Chancellor Air University Air Marshal (R) Javaid Ahmed has said that Pakistan is a land of infinite opportunities, emphasizing that the Air University is making its best efforts to provide adequate training, skill development and career opportunities to tap the potential of the talented youth. He made these remarks during an MoU signing ceremony held at the Nayatel Corporate Office here at Islamabad. On the occasion, CEO Nayatel Wahaj-us-Siraj, Vice President HR & Admin Taimur Aziz Bhatti, Senior Manager HR Osama Farooqi, Ali PervezRead More
True education should be beneficial of all humans without any discrimination: President
Islamabad : President Dr. Arif Alvi has said that only those nations progress, where institutions are established in true form. Addressing the graduation ceremony of the National Management Course in Lahore on Friday, he said that true education should be beneficial of all humans without any discrimination. Dr Arif Alvi said a true education conveys to us that there is still a lot of knowledge to secure. He said that this is the age of easy access to information through use of the latest modern technology.
Govt taking every possible step to deal with price hike: Jamshed
Islamabad : Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Food Security Jamshed Iqbal Cheema says the government is taking every possible step to ensure the availability of essential commodities at fixed prices in the markets. Talking to a private news channel, he said the government had already taken tough action against hoarding to check rising prices. He said Pakistan’s oil prices are currently the lowest in comparison to other countries as well as the previous two governments. While stressing the need for technology, he said the movement towards new technologyRead More
West Indies plans to fulfil its tour commitments with Pakistan: CWI CEO
Cricket West Indies (CWI) Chief Executive Officer Johnny Grave said Friday that CWI is planning to fulfil its tour commitments with all countries, including Pakistan. “We intend to fulfil the responsibilities of tours,” he reiterated. However, the CEO added that the board will follow standard procedures. Grave maintained that the final decision will be taken after consultation from West Indies Players Association (WIPA) and team players. “Our men and women teams have played in Pakistan earlier,” he said. Shedding light on future plans, the CEO said that currently, their entireRead More
Pakistan-Saudi Arabia: A special relationship
Every year the national day of Saudi Arabia is celebrated on September 23 with great enthusiasm throughout the country. On the occasion, different buildings are decorated with green flags and colourful lights. Various celebrations have been organised to acknowledge the great contributions of the Saud family. The Saudi family, living in the historic area of Najd, is prominent in terms of bravery and high spirits. During the Ottoman era, the Saudis began to take control of regional areas one by one, but their rule was toppled in 1818 and theyRead More