Monday, November 18th, 2024
CAS Serena Hotels Int’l Squash Championship kicks off
ISLAMABAD, NOV 18 /DNA/ – CAS Serena Hotels International Squash Championship-2024 which is being organized by Pakistan Air Force in collaboration with Pakistan Squash Federation and Serena Hotels, has kicked off today at Mushaf Squash Complex, Islamabad. The prestigious tournament features 24 players from 8 countries including Egypt, England, Hong Kong, Ireland, Kuwait, Malaysia, Netherland and Pakistan, who will compete for the coveted title from 18-22 November, 2024. As the patron of sports in the country, Pakistan Air Force has consistently promoted sporting activities at both national and international levels.Read More
Section 144 imposed in Islamabad amid PTI’s Nov 24 ‘final protest call’
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad administration on Monday imposed Section 144 for two months ahead of the potential Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) protest in the capital. According to a notification issued by Additional District Magistrate Usman Ashraf, the ban has been placed on all public gatherings of five or more people, processions, rallies and demonstrations. The authorities said the decision has been taken in view of law and order situation, citing concerns about potential unlawful assemblies, disruption of public order and the current security environment. The order specifically mentions concerns about planned religiousRead More
US, Pakistan celebrate seven decades of infrastructure partnership
ISLAMABAD, NOV 18 /DNA/ – Today at the “Together We Build” celebration at the National Council of the Arts in Islamabad, the United States and Pakistan commemorated seven decades of collaboration in infrastructure development. The event highlighted transformative projects supported by the United States that have connected communities, strengthened local economies, and improved the lives of millions of Pakistanis. Since 2005, the United States, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), has invested nearly $2 billion in infrastructure projects across Pakistan. These efforts include modernizing the Tarbela andRead More
President Mirziyoyev participates in the session of Legislative Chamber of Oliy Majlis
TASHKENT, NOV 18 (DNA) – The first session of the Legislative Chamber of the Oliy Majlis (Parliament) of the Republic of Uzbekistan after the elections was held in Tashkent. It was attended by President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev. The session was opened by Chairman of the Central Election Commission ZayniddinNizamkhodzhaev. The National Anthem of the Republic of Uzbekistan was played. Temporary Secretariat of the first session, Counting Commission and temporary group on control over the use of electronic vote counting system were elected. The agenda was approved.Read More
Pakistan, China reaffirm commitment to Afghan stability
ISLAMABAD, NOV 18 /DNA/ – The Chinese Special Envoy on Afghan Affairs, Ambassador Yue Xiaoyong called on Foreign Secretary, Amna Baloch today. He also held detailed consultations with Additional Foreign Secretary (Afghanistan and West Asia), Ambassador Ahmad Naseem Warraich. The two sides exchanged views on relations with Afghanistan. They reaffirmed the vital role of neighbouring countries for a peaceful and stable Afghanistan.
Secretary Education inaugurates federal female club basketball tournament
AFZAL JAVED / DNA ISLAMABAD: Eight teams are set to compete for the trophy in the Federal Female Club Basketball Tournament, which kicked off on Monday at Hamidi Hall, Pakistan Sports Complex, Islamabad. The event is organized by Right to Play, in collaboration with Alliance Française, under the supervision of the Federal Basketball Association. The opening ceremony, held with great enthusiasm, was graced by Federal Secretary for Education Mohiuddin Wani, who attended as the Chief Guest. Fabrice Disdier, representing Alliance Française, was the Guest of Honour. Also present were AliRead More