Islamabad, Aug 8: In honor of Independence Day, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is offering a 14% discount on tickets between Toronto and Pakistan. The national flag carrier states that reservations made between August 1 and August 14 of this year would be eligible for the 14% fare discount. A PIA representative verified that tickets from Toronto to Pakistan must be scheduled for travel between August 15 and November 14 in order to qualify for the 14% discount.It is important to note that during a variety of events and occasions, the national flag carrier regularly offers fare savings. Conversely, on Wednesday,…
Author: Iqra Khan
Islamabad, Aug 8: To protect the authenticity of car registrations and prevent the use of fake documents, the Excise Department has implemented a mandatory online verification procedure for imported vehicle documentation. According to this policy, it is no longer permitted to register imported cars in Lahore or the rest of Punjab without first completing an online document verification process.Requests for access to customs administrations’ online verification systems for imported car documents have been made in writing. Through this partnership, the registration process will be streamlined and only legitimately registered automobiles will be allowed to be registered. Customs officers have also…
Islamabad, Aug 8: In honor of Pakistan’s Independence Day, Gugo Motors has launched a special Azadi Sale that includes a brief discount on their GiGi Premium Mini EV. For the first 14 GiGi 220 units, the price is reduced by a whopping Rs. 300,000 during this offer, which is good until August 14. Compact and environmentally sustainable, the GiGi 220 is an electric car made for commuting in cities. The GiGi Premium Mini EV offers a sleek and efficient driving experience by fusing cutting-edge technology with contemporary design. This special offer is intended to draw in eco-aware customers searching for…
Islamabad, Aug 8: Director of Planning and Coordination at the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) in Balochistan Naveed Ahmad Sheikh assured on Thursday that his team is closely monitoring the monsoon rain situation 24/7 hours and conducting assessments of crop damaged to compensate affected farmers. Talking to PTV news channel, he said that PDMA is identifying and establishing safe places to accommodate people affected by the heavy downpour, adding, with PDMA’s proactive measures, those impacted by the rains can expect timely support and relief mitigating the suffering and financial losses caused by the natural disaster. The Provincial Disaster Management Authority…
Islamabad, Aug 8: President Asif Ali Zardari on Thursday paid tribute to Major Tufail Muhammad Shaheed (Nishan–i-Haider) on his 66th martyrdom anniversary, lauding his valor and sacrifice while safeguarding the motherland. The president, in a statement, said that the nation saluted the brave son of the soil who sacrificed his life for the country’s security while fighting the enemy and setting an example of courage and gallantly. “The whole nation feels proud of its martyrs. The Pakistani nation will never forget the sacrifices of its martyrs,” the president remarked and prayed to Allah Almighty to elevate the ranks of Major…
Islamabad, Aug 8: The esteemed Imam Masjid Al-Nabawi, Dr. Salah bin Mohammad Al-Budair on Thursday arrived in Pakistan for a seven-day official visit. On his arrival at the Islamabad International Airport, he was warmly welcomed by Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony, Chaudhry Salik Hussain, Saudi Ambassador Nawaf bin Said Al-Malki, Secretary of Religious Affairs Zulfiqar Haider and other officials. Minister Salik said this visit would further strengthen the ties between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia and promote religious and cultural cooperation between the two nations. During his visit, Imam Al-Budair would lead the Friday prayer at Faisal Mosque. He…
Islamabad, Aug 7: The French business Total left Pakistan by selling its stakes to Gunvor, another major international corporation. With the earlier exit of Shell Pakistan, TotalEnergies Marketing & Services has now concluded its activities in the nation and formalized a deal with Gunvor for the sale of its shares. Operating the most advanced refinery and upholding a cross-country pipeline network, TotalEnergies Marketing & Services is a prominent energy operator with operations in over 130 countries. The governments of Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates collaborated to develop Pak Arab Refinery Limited (PARCO), which established this joint venture firm in…
Islamabad, Aug 7: According to a statement released on Wednesday, the federal government has named Secretary Power Division Rashid Mahmood Langrial as the new Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) chairman. The notification stated, “Mr. Rashid Mahmood, a BS-21 officer of Pakistan Administrative Service, is transferred and posted as Chairman, Federal Board of Revenue, under Section 10 of the Civil Servants Act, 1973, with immediate effect and until further orders.” Mahmood was currently posted as Secretary, Power Division. Malik Amjed Zubair Tiwana, who has been in charge since his appointment in August 2023, will be succeeded by Langrial. Tiwana requested an…
Islamabad, Aug 7: Pakistan and Malaysia have renewed commitment to enhance bilateral trade and investment, educational linkages, capacity building of workforce, and people-to-people contacts. The resolve was expressed at a meeting between Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar and his Malaysian counterpart Dato’ Seri Utama Haji Mohamad Bin Haji Hasan on the sidelines of Extraordinary Meeting of the Executive Committee of the OIC in Jeddah, today. In a meeting, both the sides noted the positive trajectory of bilateral relations and robust cooperation in diverse fields. Underscoring the OIC as an important platform for fostering dialogue and cooperation among…
Islamabad, Aug 7: Governor Punjab Sardar Saleem Haider Khan has said that Pakistan and China share a long history of unwavering friendship and are tied in a strong bond of love and trust. During a visit to the Chinese Consulate in Lahore on Wednesday, he expressed the resolve to to play a positive role in strengthening China-Pakistan friendship.Governor Punjab Sardar Saleem Haider Khan was warmly welcomed by the Chinese Consul General to Lahore Zhao Shirin during his visit of the Chinese Consulate. During the meeting, both sides expressed determination to further strengthen cooperation and friendship between Pakistan and China. Sardar…
