Tuesday, May 24th, 2022
Concern over impounding of loaded cargo containers
ISLAMABAD, MAY 24 /DNA/ – The business community has voiced concern over the seizing of cargo goods containers by the administration to block roads with a view of stopping the PTI protestors, which is causing colossal losses to the industrialists and exporters. Red Zone, D-Chowk and many entry points in Islamabad had already been sealed by placing shipping containers ahead of the PTI’s long march which is unfortunate as it is resulting in heavy losses to the industrialists and exporters, said the President of Islamabad Industrial Association (IIA) ZikriaRead More
Otto Kurzendorfer appointed as Serena Hotels new General Manager
ISLAMABAD, MAY 24 /DNA/ – Aziz Boolani, Chief Executive Officer Serena Hotels South & Central Asia announced the appointment of Otto Kurzendorfer as the General Manager of Islamabad Serena Hotel. Otto Kurzendorfer, a German national brings over 30 years of international hotel experience to the hotel. Prior to joining Islamabad Serena Hotel, Mr. Kurzendorfer has worked for luxury hotel brands including Regency, Kempinski, Inter-Continental, Le Meridien, Sheraton and several LHW affiliate hotels in Kuwait, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UK, Germany, and Taiwan. His professional emphasis focuses on team development, motivation,Read More
Expansion of interview waiver eligibility for visa applicants from Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, MAY 24 /DNA/ – The United States Mission to Pakistan is pleased to announce the expansion of interview waiver eligibility at the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad and the U.S. Consulate General in Karachi for certain applicants of F (student) visas, J (exchange visitor) visas in academic programs, H (temporary worker visas), and non-blanket L (intracompany transferee) visas. Pakistani citizens who previously held U.S. visas are eligible to use this program. Expanding interview waiver eligibility in these categories will provide better customer service and support the efficient and timely processingRead More
Bilawal condemns Yasin Malik’s conviction on fabricated charges
ISLAMABAD, MAY 24: I strongly condemn Indian court’s fallacious conviction of Yasin Malik on fabricated charges. Yasin Malik is the most prominent and respected voice among Hurriyat leaders in the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. His firm resolve against decades of Indian oppression cannot be shaken by such travesties of justice. I demand acquittal of Yasin Malik. The fabricated charges against him must be dropped. And he must be released forthwith and allowed to reunite with his family. India must also release all political prisoners and stop egregious humanRead More
PIDE has proven itself a valuable resource to the nation: Ahsan Iqbal
ISLAMABAD, MAY 24 /DNA/ – The 4th convocation ceremony of the Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE) was held on Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at the Jinnah Convention Centre, Islamabad. Professor Ahsan Iqbal, Federal Minister for Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiative, was the chief guest of the ceremony. According to a press release from the PIDE, the ceremony marked the culmination of the 4th Convocation of the Institute. Professor Ahsan Iqbal, congratulated the graduating course members during the ceremony. Acknowledging the services of PIDE, Federal Minister underscored theRead More
Hina says global community’s role vital for Afghan peace
ISLAMABAD, MAY 24 /DNA/ – Minister of State Hina Rabbani Khar participated in an event on “Afghanistan: The Path Forward” at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos. The Minister of State highlighted that as an immediate neighbour, with a 2600 km border, Pakistan has to deal with Afghanistan with a broader lens that encompasses all dimensions – peace, security, and socio-economic development. As a country that has constitutional provisions for women to have an equal and effective role in all institutions and walks of life, Pakistan looks towards fullRead More