LAHORE, DEC 22, (DNA) – Pakistan Test captain Misbah-ul-Haq has been awarded the ICC Spirit of Cricket Award 2016, becoming the first Pakistan player to be bestowed with the accolade. Misbah was adjudged the winner for “inspiring his side to play the game in its true spirit, at the same time lifting the Pakistan cricket team from number-four to number-one on the ICC Test Team.
Turkish Airlines Inaugurates Havana and Caracas Flights, Increasing Flight Destinations in America to 17
ISTANBUL, DEC 21, (DNA) – Having one of the Youngest Fleets in the World, Turkish Airlines Launches New Destinations With Youths in Mind as Well Turkish Airlines, “Europe’s Best Airline” for six consecutive years according to the recent Skytrax results, flying to more countries than any other airline, continues to grow by adding new destinations to its consistently expanding network.
Etihad Aviation Group to forge new links with Europe’s largest airline group
DUBAI, 17 DEC (DNA) – Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates and Lufthansa German Airlines, part of Europe’s largest airline group, today announced the conclusion of a code share agreement.The arrangement is set to start in January 2017, subject to government approval, said a statement issued here on Saturday.
Fed lifts rates, sees faster pace of hikes in Trump’s first year
WASHINGTON, (DNA) – The US Federal Reserve raised interest rates on Wednesday and signalled a faster pace of increases in 2017 as central bankers adapted to the incoming Trump administration’s promises of tax cuts, spending and deregulation.
Health, relationships more important for happiness than money: study
BERLIN, (DNA) – Human misery is primarily the outcome of emotional stress, mental and physical illness rather than money problems, a study led by London School of Economics (LSE) researchers stated.The study titled ‘Origin of Happiness’ was led by Tony Blair and Gordon Brown’s former adviser, Lord Richard Layard. The study suggests that human misery is generally the outcome of failed relationships.
Pak-Afghan trade increased to US$ 1.84 bln: Dar
ISLAMABAD, November 30 (DNA): Federal Minister for Finance, Senator Ishaq Dar has said that, “Pak-Afghan bilateral trade has increased from US$ 1.11 billion in 2005-06 to US$ 1.84 billion in 2015-16.”
“Exports from Pakistan to Afghanistan have increased from US$ 1.06 billion to US$ 1.43 billion during this period and there is a big potential to enhance this trade, added the Finance Minister while addressing as Chief guest at the launch ceremony of Pakistan Afghanistan Central Asian Republic States (CARs) Trade Summit (“PACTS”) organized by Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce & Industry (RCCI).
CPEC to help Baluchistan Handicrafts industry: WCCI
KARACHI: Women Chamber of Commerce & Industry (WCCI) Quetta urged the government of Pakistan to work on strategic methods for bringing women in the mainstream of the economy.Addressing a seminar, WCCI Founder President and Former VP FPCCI, Fehmida Jamali said shifting of Chinese handicrafts industry to Pakistan can play a momentous role in empowering Pakistani Women. Currently, the handicraft manufacturing industry of China is facing challenges due to expensive labour, whereas demand of the traditional handmade products is on the rise, she said.
Analysis: Why Hillary Clinton lost? By Ansar Mahmood Bhatti
So, to the much disappointment of majority of people in Pakistan Hillary Clinton could not make it to the Oval office as for many, she met with an ‘unexpected’ and big defeat against business-tycoon Donald Trump. While her supporters and campaign manager are trying to figure out what actually went wrong and where, the Donald Trump camp is rightly out on a celebrations spree.
50 Years of UNIDOs Progress by Li Yong
Fifty years ago, the UN General Assembly created the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). The Organization quickly grew to its current size of 170 members. As we look back on our 50 years, there is no doubt that UNIDO is still as relevant as it was when it was created.
Donald Trump 45th President of the United States
WASHINGTON, NOV 09: He has won Florida, Ohio and North Carolina, while Democratic nominee Mrs Clinton took Virginia, Pennsylvania is too close to call. Trump is all set to become 45th President of the United States of America.The race is deadlocked in Michigan, which has not voted for a Republican White House candidate since 1988.Markets lurched as Mrs Clinton’s path to victory seemed less assured.
