ISLAMABAD, JUL 16 /DNA/ – The Command & Staff Conference of Pakistan Navy concluded at Naval Headquarters, Islamabad. The conference was chaired by Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Naveed Ashraf. During the conference, Chief of the Naval Chief underscored the importance of maintaining perpetual combat readiness to effectively counter both traditional and non-traditional threats in the maritime domain. He specifically appreciated PN’s impregnable deterrence at sea during MARKA-E-HAQ highlighting the successful demonstration of its prowess and robust defence capabilities. Naval Chief commended PN’s proactive measures in ensuring  continuous flowRead More

ISLAMABAD, JUL 16 /DNA/ – The 11th meeting of the Board of Advisors (BoA) of the National Institute of Maritime Affairs (NIMA) was convened at NIMA’s Head Office in Islamabad. The session was chaired by Admiral Muhammad Zakaullah, Former Chief of the Naval Staff and Chairman NIMA BoA. In his opening remarks, Admiral emphasized the importance of aligning maritime research outcomes with industry needs and ensuring they are results-oriented and contribute tangible dividends. He expressed sincere appreciation for the dedicated contributions of the board members and acknowledged NIMA’s evolution intoRead More

ISLAMABAD, JUL 16: Pakistan and China have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation in a bid to support regional peace, stability and development. The resolve came during a meeting between Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Council of Foreign Ministers meeting in Tianjin. The two sides held wide-ranging discussions, focusing on key areas including the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and broader multilateral collaboration. Both leaders expressed satisfaction with the depth and progress of the strategicRead More

DNA ISLAMABAD: A high-level meeting of the Committee constituted by the Prime Minister to oversee the closure and privatization of the Utility Stores Corporation (USC) was held today at the Finance Division, with Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, in the chair. The Committee has been tasked with ensuring a smooth and transparent closure process, formulating a suitable VSS for USC employees, and recommending a structured timeline for privatization. Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries & Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan, Secretary Establishment Division, Secretary FinanceRead More

·        Pakistan is among the top 10 most climate-vulnerable countries globally ·        Climate change is human-driven and linked to unchecked economic practices ·        Only through collective responsibility and strategic policy measures can Pakistan protect its fragile ecosystems and reimagine its tourism sector as a force for sustainable development ISLAMABAD, JUL 16 /DNA/ – The Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE) organized a seminar titled “Climate Change and Responsible Tourism in Pakistan” to highlight the country’s escalating climate crisis and explore how tourism can both contribute to and help mitigate its impacts. The event featured Mr.Read More