The first-ever China-Pakistan Marine Information Workshop and Training Course officially commenced at Harbin Engineering University (HEU), Heilongjiang, China, on May 27, running through to June 13.This inaugural event was organized by the International Cooperation Department of the Ministry of Science and Technology, with HEU as the host institution. The training course attracted 32 researchers involved in underwater and maritime technology from various industrial and academic sectors across Pakistan.The workshop featured an extensive curriculum tailored to the interests of the Pakistani participants, focusing on Underwater Acoustics Engineering technologies. The program, developed by a team of 17 HEU professors and researchers, covered…
Author: Iqra Khan
A two-member team of GCAA (General Civil Aviation Authority) of UAE, led by Abdullah Al Kaabi, Senior Director of Avsec Affairs, arrived at IIAP Islamabad for Avsec assessment of the airport. Air Cdre (R) Shahid Qadir, Director Avsec PCAA (Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority), on behalf of Secretary Aviation, welcomed the team.Mr. Abdullah re-affirmed UAE commitment in strengthening aviation security system of Pakistan through capacity and capability building. The opening meeting was attended by the APM/COO Aftab Gilani and all the concerned airport stakeholders.During the three-day assessment till 27 June, the team will be inspecting implementation of various security measures at the airport,…
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif conducted a surprise visit to the Children’s Library Complex here on Tuesday.She reviewed various areas of the main building of the complex including the library, audio-visual section, auditorium and offices.She also visited the special section meant for special children, besides the almost empty gymnasium and swimming pool. The CM directed to prepare immediate plan to ensure regular functioning of the complex. She got furious to see wastage of government resources, as lights, fans and ACs were on in the empty rooms, the library and the auditorium. She sought a report from the authorities concerned in this regard. CM Maryam…
SWABI: The Khyber Pakthunkhwa Governor, Faisal Karim Kundi here Tuesday said that quality technical education was imperative to achieve sustainable economic progress and development .Addressing the 28th Convocation of Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute (GIK) at Topi here as chief guest, the Governor said that those countries, which had equipped its youth with quality education and technology achieved tremendous progress and height of economic prosperity in the comity of nations today. He underlined the need of equipping young minds with ornament of technical education and science and technology to achieve the height of economic glory and make Pakistan an economic giant.Khyber…
The imports of the overall petroleum group decreased by 0.28 percent during the first eleven months of the current fiscal year (2023-24) as compared to the corresponding period of the last year, the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) reported. The total imports of the petroleum group during July-May (2023-24) stood at $ 15,338.947 million, as against the imports of $ 15,382.307 million during the same period of last year, according to PBS data.Among petroleum commodities, the import of petroleum products declined by 11.69 percent, from $ 6,748.197 million last year to $ 5,959.417 million during the time period under review.…
India’s skipper Rohit Sharma played a match-winning innings, guiding India to a 24-run victory over Australia and securing their place in the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup 2024. Rohit’s explosive 41-ball 92, which included a record 8 sixes, powered India to a formidable total of 205/5. Despite strong resistance from Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head, who scored briskly for Australia, India’s bowlers led by Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, and Arshdeep Singh ensured their victory by restricting Australia to 181/7. Reflecting on the match, Rohit expressed satisfaction with how India adapted to the conditions at the Daren Sammy Stadium in…
There’s a lot happening in Pakistani cricket right now! Captain Babar Azam has returned to Lahore after Pakistan’s early exit from the T20 World Cup in 2024. He traveled via Dubai from New York. Babar, along with some other players like Haris Rauf, Imad Wasim, Azam Khan, and Mohammad Amir, didn’t return with the rest of the team earlier. There seems to be some controversy and public scrutiny following the team’s performance and the behavior of some players. Haris Rauf was involved in a heated exchange with a fan, which added to the media attention. Meanwhile, back in Pakistan, a…
The T20 World Cup 2024 semi-finals are poised for excitement as India, England, South Africa, and Afghanistan vie for a spot in the prestigious final in Barbados on June 29. Afghanistan’s unexpected triumph over Bangladesh propelled them to their maiden semi-final appearance in the T20 World Cup, marking a historic milestone in their cricketing journey. The semi-final clashes commence on June 27, with South Africa meeting Afghanistan at 5:30 AM PST at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Trinidad and Tobago. Later that day, India takes on England at 7:30 PM PST at the Providence Stadium in Georgetown, Guyana, promising…
Afghans were filled with joy following Afghanistan’s historic T20 World Cup victory over Australia, a moment that brought rare euphoria across the country. University student Zamir Afghan in Kabul described his overwhelming emotions during the match, unable to contain his tears as Afghanistan secured their first-ever win over the 2021 champions. The victory, amidst a backdrop of recent national hardships and Taliban rule, resonated deeply in a nation where cricket holds immense popularity despite the match taking place over 11,000 kilometers away. Public displays of celebration, like fireworks in Khost city, briefly punctuated by security forces, highlighted the significance of…
Lahore’s National Cricket Academy, PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi emphasized the pivotal role of high-quality domestic cricket in bolstering Pakistan’s competitiveness on the international stage. Key officials including PCB COO Salman Naseer, CFO Javed Murtaza, Selection Committee Analyst Bilal Afzal, and Directors of International Cricket Usman Wahla were present during the three-hour meeting. Naqvi underscored the commitment to prioritize quality domestic cricket at all levels, ensuring the consistent organization of tournaments from grassroots clubs to the national level. He highlighted the involvement of top coaches who will mentor emerging talents, aiming to enhance their skills with a strong emphasis on performance,…
