ISLAMABAD, MAR 11 (DNA) – The United States-Taliban peace agreement signed in Doha, despite its significance,cannot be deemed substantial enough for creating sustainable peace in war-ravaged Afghanistan.Afghanistan is home to various ethnicities and has witnessed a history of insurrections and presently, lack of cordial relations exist amongst different political entities of the country with no common agendas to converge on.
Company submitting fake bank guarantee may be proceeded against
M Nehal Naveed
ISLAMABAD, MAR 11 (DNA) – Ministry of Petroleum continues to drag its feet over a scandal of a fake bank guarantee submitted by a company Hycarbex American Energy.Our sources have indicated that Hycarbex is trying to deflect investigation into the whole case by blaming its potential investors.The relevant officials at the ministry have recommended that the case may be handed over to Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) to unearth all the players behind the fraudulent practice, however ministry higher ups are still not processing the case.
British HC pays homage to Pakistan’s women parliamentarians
ISLAMABAD, MAR 11 (DNA) – British High Commissioner Dr Christian Turner CMG has celebrated and paid tribute to the women parliamentarians of Pakistan as part of a series of events held to mark International Women’s Day.The British High Commission arranged a forum bringing together eight women parliamentarians – from a range of parties and regions – to discuss and share their stories as political leaders.
President Ilham Aliyev attends first session of parliament’s sixth convocation
BAKU, MAR 10 – The first session of the Azerbaijani Parliament’s sixth convocation has been held. President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev attended the session.Opening the event, head of the Administration of Azerbaijani Parliament Safa Mirzayev congratulated the MPs.The oldest member of the newly-formed Parliament Ziyad Samadzade, who chaired the session, declared it open.Ziyad Samadzade then read out the names of newly-elected MPs.The national anthem of the Republic of Azerbaijan was then played.
Art work of Saudi female artists displayed at national art gallery
ISLAMABAD, MAR 10 (DNA) – Pakistan National Council of the Arts in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Saudi Embassy arranged an exhibition “Weaving Threads” at National Art Gallery, Islamabad.The Saudi Ambassador highlighted the importance and historical strength of cultural relations between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan.
Palestine envoy for deeper business ties between two countries
RAWALPINDI, MAR 10 (DNA) – Palestinian ambassador to Pakistan Ahmed Jawad Rabie has said that his country considers Pakistan as his brother and trusted friend.Pakistan is one of the most important countries in the Islamic world and its role is praiseworthy for the Muslim Brotherhood.Talking to President Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) Saboor Malik at Chamber house here on Tuesday, the Ambassador said that there was a need for promoting relations between the business community of both countries to promote economic cooperation between Palestine and Pakistan.
International Women’s Day celebrated at Serena
ISLAMABAD, MAR 10 (DNA) – “A society is better when women are given equal respect and opportunities. It’s for this reason we must collectively advocate for change, challenge stereotypes and push for tangible actions.”These remarks were expressed by CEO Serena Hotels Aziz Boolani at a lunch given in honour of women associates at Serena Hotels to mark the International Women’s Day. He said we are working to bridge the gender gap at all levels and departments, including leadership positions, to benefit from the emotional intelligence that women bring to the tableand in order to leave gender parity as a legacy for the coming generation.
PTC launches 2nd chapter of its exports initiative “Made in Pakistan”
ISLAMABAD, MAR 10 (DNA) – : Pakistan Tobacco Company Limited, a subsidiary of a British American Group (BAT), Monday launched its second chapter of the exports initiative “Made in Pakistan-2” and roadmap for future manufacturing investments to enhance exports.The event was graced by various dignitaries including economists, business maestros and important dignitaries from the Government’s economic, investment and commerce teams. Regional management of British American Tobacco was in attendance too.
Azerbaijan ambassador hosts reception to celebrate Novruz
ISLAMABAD, MAR 10 (DNA) -The Azerbaijan Embassy in Pakistan hosted an event dedicated to Novruz holiday.The event presented Azerbaijani culture, national and spiritual values, as well as cuisine.Azerbaijan’s Ambassador to Pakistan Ali Alizade said that on March 21, 2010, the UN General Assembly proclaimed the International Day of Nowruz at the initiative of Azerbaijan and other countries celebrating Novruz.The ambassador said that this holiday has been celebrated annually in Azerbaijan for many centuries and is tied to ancient historical roots and cultural values and congratulated the participants on the upcoming Novruz holiday.
Case registered against men who attacked Islamabad Aurat March
ISLAMABAD, MAR 9 (DNA) – A case has been registered against the group of 30 to 35 unknown men who attacked the Aurat March in Islamabad on Sunday.The case was registered at the Kohsar police station on behalf of City Magistrate Ghulam Murtaza.The FIR contained sections 147 (punishment for rioting), 149 (every member of unlawful assembly guilty of offence committed in prosecution of common object), 186 (obstructing public servant in discharge of public functions), 188 (disobedience to order duty promulgated by public servant), 298 (uttering words etc with deliberate intent to wound religious feelings), 341 (wrongful restraint) and 353 (assault or criminal force to deter public servant from discharge of his duty) of the Pakistan Penal Code.
