RAWALPINDI, FEB 04 (DNA) – The 218th Corps Commanders’ Conference presided by Chief of the Army Staff, General Qamar Javed Bajwa, at GHQ, on Monday.Forum reviewed geo-strategic environment and security situation of the country. Forum expressed satisfaction on improved internal security situation and progress on regional peace initiative especially Afghan reconciliation process.
AIOU announces admission of its merit-based programs
ISLAMABAD, FEB 04 (DNA) – Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) on Monday announced the ‘admissions schedule’ of its merit-based programs offered in the current semester spring, 2019.The last date for the admission is March 5. The programs offered on prescribed merit include: Ph.D, MS/M.Phil/M.Sc(Honors), COL (Commonwealth of Learning) MBA/MPA, BS programs, M.Sc (Statistics, Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Microbiology, EPM, Mass Communication, Sustainable Environmental Design, Environmental Science and Betony).
Govt introduces new visa regime; will it really help? By Ansar Mahmood Bhatti
The Pakistan government has announced “drastic’ steps to woo especially foreign tourists by introducing a new visa regime whereby the government has extended ambit of e-visa and allowed people from over 50 countries to get visas on arrival in Pakistan.The announcement is significant in the sense that it may increase flow of visitors from other countries provided the incumbent government is able to provide them with an atmosphere free from insecurity.
Law and order ostensibly has been the main stumbling block in the way of foreign direct investments and promotion of tourism.
Undoubtedly, counties where the tourism industry is constantly on the move thus contributing heavily to the national exchequer, law and order situation there is well under control.
CDA to develop neglected sectors to increase its revenue
ISLAMABAD, FEB 03 (DNA) – Capital Development Authority (CDA) has decided to focus on thus far neglected sectors. In this connection a CDA team comprising Member engineering and relevant directors lead by the chairman CDA visited I-14, I-15 and I-16 sectors.
The sector I-14 has serious access problems as well as issues of services. Roads are in dilapidated state and utilities are hardly available. Similarly Access to I-16 is also not in usable condition.
The chairman was apprised that contract is pending execution for want of only Rs. 50 million.
On this the chairman immediately directed that finance wing to allocate this amount and this issue shall be resolved forthwith.
AIOU’s academic programs for overseas Pakistanis launched
ISLAMABAD, FEB 03 (DNA): Allama Iqbal Open University has launched special academic programs for overseas Pakistanis, particularly those living in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, UAE, Sultanate of Oman, Bahrain and USA.The programs include Allisan-ul-Arabi (Basic Arabic Course), Arabic Bol Chall, Secondary School Certificate (Matric), Higher Secondary School Certificate( FA, I.com), Bachelor Programs (BA General Group, B.Com, B.A Mass Communication and BA Library Science), B.Ed (1.5 years), MBA (Commonwealth of Learning), Dars-i-Nizami and Short Term Courses.
Rain stops play as South Africa eye a big total
CAPE TOWN, (DNA) – South African openers, Reeza Hendricks and the debutante Janneman Malan gave South Africa a decent start as they took their side to 44 runs at the end of power play play during the second T20I of the series.Though Pakistan were able to restrict the flow of runs, but South Africa managing to maintain a run-rate around 6 without losing a wicket, made them a happy camp.
Ground breaking of Sui gas scheme in Hafizabad
HAFIZABAD: FEB 3 (DNA) – Former District Nazim Hafizabad, Ch. Mubashar Abbas Bhatti has said that present government of PTI is taking all possible measurers for upgrading living standard of the masses despite confronting financial problems.
Pakistan, Belarus ties on positive trajectory: FO
ISLAMABAD, FEB 03 (DNA)- Pakistan and Belarus celebrated the 25th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations on 3 February 2019. The leadership of the two countries exchanged congratulatory messages on this auspicious occasion.
According to Foreign Office spokesman, the two countries have developed a strong relationship over the past 25 years, which is based on mutual trust, respect and cooperation.
The two sides have been able to maintain a positive trajectory in sustaining high level interactions and cementing cooperation in diverse spheres, including political, trade, economic, agriculture, industry, health, defence, science and technology, education and culture.
FM Shah Qureshi expresses support for Kashmir as Modi’s visits the occupied valley
LAHORE (DNA) – Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi on Sunday had a telephonic conversation with Kashmir Hurriyat leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani, triggering a diplomatic spat between Pakistan and India, ahead of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Indian-occupied Kashmir.
Slow pace of work at Ataturk Avenue irks CDA chief
ISLAMABAD, FEB 02 (DNA) – Chairman Capital Development Authority (CDA) has expressed dissatisfaction over delay and slow pace of work Ataturk Avenue Project and directed for speedy completion of the project.Chief Commissioner Islamabad and Chairman CDA Amer Ali Ahmed visited the Ataturk Avenue here on Saturday to inspect the progress of the work on the project. On this occasion, Member Engineering CDA and officers of other relevant formations were also present.
