Tag: The Pakistan Times

PAF CONTINGENT LANDS BACK AFTER SUCCESSFUL PARTICIPATION IN AIR EXERCISE SHAHEEN-XThe PAF contingent landed back at an operational air base of Pakistan Air Force after successful participation in Shaheen-X air exercise in China. The contingent included PAF's J-10 C and JF-17 lead fighter aircraft, Combat Pilots, Air Defence Controllers, and technical ground crew, who remained actively engaged in the exercise.The exercise was aimed at validating interoperability in the face of realistic contemporary air combat scenarios between the two strategic allies. Shaheen-X is the 10th in the series of Shaheen Air Exercises, annually held in both the countries on an alternate basis. The series of air exercises between Pakistan Air Force and People's Liberation Army Air Force are rooted in th...

ICCI urges CDA to start development works in G-10 MarkazA delegation of Traders Welfare Association, G-10 Markaz led by its President Akhlaq Abbasi visited Islamabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry (ICCI) and congratulated Ahsan Zafar Bakhtawari, President ICCI for further one year extension in his tenure. Addressing the delegation, Ahsan Zafar Bakhtawari, President, Islamabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry (ICCI) said that G-10 Markaz is one of the important business centers of the federal capital, but is neglected for development and urged that CDA should start development works in this market to facilitate the traders in better growth of trade activities. Ahsan Bakhtawari said that G-10 Markaz needs construction of a filtration plant and wash rooms, carpeting of parking and...

PAKISTAN NAVY PROVIDES FISHING MAP TO FISHERMEN TO ENHANCE SAFETY WHILE FISHINGPakistan National Hydrographic Office in coordination with Institute of Maritime Affairs (NIMA) and WWF-Pakistan distributed indigenously developed fishing map to local fishermen at Karachi during a ceremony held at Joint Maritime Information Coordination Centre (JMICC). The maps are specifically designed to identify ghost nets to support safe conduct of fishing activities by local fishermen and preservation of fish in our seas. A ghost net is fishing net that has been lost or abandoned in the ocean and can pose a significant threat to marine life and vessels of fishermen.The indigenously developed fishing map can easily be viewed on open source Android and IOS based navigation applications. Copies of fi...

NADRA always try their best to facilitate the peopleNADRA always try their best to facilitate the people needs according to their requirement. During a discussion, while talking to Office In charge Mr Nadeem Zafar, who is Office In charge of NADRA Bakra Mandi office Rawalpindi. He said that we are trying more efforts to facilitate people. As latest system launched by NADRA we and our team are putting our more efforts and handwork for Pakistan. Everybody of the country is performing by their duties to show solidarity with the country. We are hoping best future for Pakistan and the people of Pakistan.Sub-Editor: Arslan

Country Director, WB Njay Benhassine meets with Planning MinisterCountry Director World Bank, Njay Benhassine called on Caretaker Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Muhammad Sami Saeed on Monday. Njay Benhassine was accompanied by his team including Gailius J. Draugelis (Operations Manager) for Pakistan at WB and Kamran Akbar, (Senior Social Development Specialist), Chief Executive Officer CEO, P3A Board, Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan, Member (Infrastructure & Regional Connectivity) at Planning Commission, Dr Waqas Anwar and Member (Social Sector & Devolution) Rafiullah Kakar were also present in the meeting. The Planning Minister appreciated the role of the WB as one of the major development partners of Pakistan. He appreciated the WB for its decades-l...

U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission Promotes Climate Action in Karachi VisitU.S. Deputy Chief of Mission Andrew Schofer’s visit to KarachiSeptember 13-16 underscored the strong partnership between the United States and the people of Sindh. He exploredopportunities to enrich development, trade, and commercial ties,and showcased the strength of our people-to-people relationships, the cornerstone of our bilateral relationship.As co-host of the second Green Shipping roundtable, Mr. Schofer underscoring the crucial role of sustainable shipping practices in mitigating the impact of climate change. The Green Shipping roundtable stakeholders discussed opportunities to reduce carbon emissions in the port, shipping, and logistics sectors in Pakistan. Port authorities, industry, and other key acto...

PAF CONTINGENT CONCLUDES PARTICIPATION IN MULTINATIONAL AIR EXERCISE BRIGHT STARThe Pakistan Air Force contingent concluded its successful participation in the multinational tri-services air exercise, Bright Star 2023, held at Mohammed Naguib Military Base in Egypt. This two-week-long exercise brought together a total of 30 countries, including prominent participants such as Pakistan, United States, United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Jordan, Greece and Qatar. The exercise showcased the exemplary performance of PAF's contingent and its state-of-the-art JF-17 Thunder fighter jets. This participation not only highlighted PAF's commitment to regional and international cooperation but also underscored its capabilities and prowess to operate in diverse and challenging environments.Sin...

Terrorists attacked a post of security forces near Wali Tangi QuettaDuring fire exchange, 3x terrorists were sent to hell. Subedar Qaiser Raheem while fighting valiantly embraced shahadat in the line of duty whereas 1x soldier is seriously injured.Security Forces of Pakistan will continue to thwart efforts of the enemies of peace and prosperity in the country.Editor: Raja Kamran

Pakistan's first female astronaut Namira Saleem met with the caretaker Federal Minister for Information Murtaza SolangiNamira Salim briefed the caretaker Federal Minister of Information about the preparations for her space journey on October 5 next month. Namira Saleem expressed her determination to raise the Pakistani flag in space. The Caretaker Federal Minister of Information congratulated Namira Saleem on behalf of the Government of Pakistan, the Prime Minister and the people for starting the space journey. Caretaker Federal Minister of Information expressed good wishes for Namira Saleem's success. He said Namira Saleem is a role model for all women.The young generation of Pakistan can raise the name of Pakistan in the world in various fields of life. Namira Saleem's journey ...