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‘Taste the World’ food festival at Serena Hotel
Aziz Boolani, CEO Serena Hotels said, our commitment to cultural diplomacy extends beyond hospitality, it is about creating meaningful connections through shared experiences DNA ISLAMABAD: The International Food Festival – Taste the World – was held featuring 29 embassies as a fundraising event. The event is a celebration of culinary diversity and cultural exchange, bringing people together through the universal language of food. The participating embassies offered a unique and authentic taste through cuisine ranging from savory dishes to sweet treats representing the flavors and traditions of the world. TasteRead More
Deputy PM Dar, Azerbaijani Foreign Minister discuss opportunities for mutual economic growth
BANJUL, MAY 5 /DNA/ – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a bilateral meeting with the Foreign Minister of the Republic of Azerbaijan Jeyhun Bayramov, on the sidelines of the 15th OIC Islamic Summit Conference in Banjul, the Gambia. The two sides exchanged views on bilateral relations and resolved to further deepen bilateral cooperation in diverse fields including trade, connectivity, energy and people-to-people contacts. They also noted the importance of deepening dialogue and engagement especially at political level. Deputy Prime Minister Dar congratulated Azerbaijan onRead More
PCB devises plan to rope in top players for PSL 10 as dates clash with IPL
KARACHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is planning to sign a pool of top players in advance for the 10th edition of Pakistan Super League (PSL) to secure their services for the event as proposed dates are clashing with Indian Premier League (IPL). The PSL management and franchise representatives met for PSL general council meeting in Lahore on Saturday and it was proposed by PCB that the next edition of PSL should be held from April 7 to May 20. However, the dates could clash with cash-rich IPL which canRead More
Embarking on a Digital Odyssey: Exploring the Top 25 Mobile Games
Step into the digital realm, where every tap of your finger holds the promise of adventure and excitement. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of the top 25 mobile games that are reshaping the landscape of virtual entertainment. From classic board games to adrenaline-pumping racing experiences, these games are more than just pixels on a screen—they’re portals to infinite realms of fun and thrills. So, fasten your seatbelts and get ready to embark on a journey through the captivating world of mobile gaming. 1. Yalla Ludo – Ludo&Domino: DiveRead More
Rise in cigarette prices, 18% Pakistanis quit smoking: CRD Survey
ISLAMABAD, May 04 (DNA): Center for Research and Dialogue (CRD), a Pakistan-based think tank in its recent survey has revealed that following significant increase in cigarette prices, 18 percent of people in the country have quit smoking. Director CRD, Maryam Gul Tahir said that results of survey have demonstrated that tax hikes promise a win-win for both the public health and the government revenue. High tobacco taxation serves as a vital measure in combating tobacco consumption, as was advocated by the World Health Organization (WHO), the survey findings underscored. Historically,Read More
President Zardari approves appointments of Punjab, KP and Balochistan governors
ISLAMABAD, MAY 4: In a major development, President Asif Ali Zardari on Saturday approved appointments of Sardar Saleem Haider, Faisal Karim Kundi and Jaffar Khan Mandokhail as governors of Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, respectively. According to a statement issued from the President’s Office, the head of the state accorded his approval based on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s advice in accordance with Article 101 (1) of the Constitution. The development came a day after PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari, following days of consideration, named two of the party loyalists — SardarRead More