Thursday, August 8th, 2024
Netherlands clinch Olympic gold in thrilling hockey final
PARIS, AUG 8 /DNA/ – PARIS OLYMPICS HOCKEY: the Netherlands become Olympic champions; beat Germany on Penalty shoot-outs in the final. In a heart-stopping finale at the Paris Olympics, the Netherlands emerged victorious as the new Olympic champions in hockey. After a fiercely contested match against Germany, the Dutch clinched the gold medal in a dramatic penalty shootout.
57TH Anniversary of the ASEAN Day
ISLAMABAD, AUG 8 /DNA/ – Federal Minister for Petroleum Mussadaq Malik, Chairman of ASEAN Islamabad Committee Haji Kamal Bashah High Commissioner of Brunei, Heads of missions of the ASEAN states cutting cake to celebrate the 57th Anniversary of the ASEAN Day, at Islamabad Serena Hotel. DNA
India clinches bronze at Paris Olympics Hockey
PARIS, AUG 8 /DNA/ – India’s men’s hockey team secured a bronze medal at the Paris Olympics, defeating Spain 2-1 in a thrilling match. The victory places India at the seventh position in the world rankings, while Spain stands at eighth. The Indian team showcased exceptional skill and determination, overcoming a tough challenge from their Spanish counterparts. This bronze medal marks a significant achievement for Indian hockey and is a testament to the team’s hard work and dedication. The gold medal match will be contested between Germany and the NetherlandsRead More
Green Initiative: CDA considers solar power for office buildings
ISLAMABAD, AUG 8 /DNA/ – A Chinese delegation called on Chairman of the Capital Development Authority (CDA) and Chief Commissioner of Islamabad, Muhammad Ali Randhawa while the members CDA were also present on this occasion. The Chinese delegation was briefed about investment opportunities and various projects in Islamabad. The Chinese delegation expressed their interest in the upcoming CDA’s projects, particularly in shifting of the CDA office buildings into solar energy. Chairman CDA Muhammad Ali Randhawa stated that the CDA welcomes global investors, especially from brotherly countries like China, to investRead More
Call for exploiting non-sanctioned areas of cooperation between Pakistan and Iran
ISLAMABAD, AUG 8 /DNA/ – The Institute of Regional Studies, Islamabad, organized an event titled “Pak-Iran Economic Cooperation: Challenges and Opportunities” in Islamabad. Mr. Fraz Naqvi of the Iran Program, initiated the session by discussing trade relations between Pakistan and Iran. He noted that despite cultural similarities, geographical proximity and a common border, both Pakistan and Iran could not fully utilize their trade potential, primarily due to the imposition of US sanctions on Iran. Mr. Naqvi proposed that Pakistan might benefit from drawing inspiration from the development models of China,Read More