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PIA will soon increase flights throughout Europe and reach the US: Asif

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Speaking at a ceremony at Islamabad International Airport, Minister of Aviation Khawaja Asif conveyed his sincere appreciation for the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) flights to Europe that had resumed after a 4.5-year break.

Khawaja Asif stated, “I am so grateful to Allah for this milestone,” emphasizing that the reintroduction of PIA into European sky is a source of pride for the country. “Europe will once again fly the green crescent flag, reclaiming the identity we had long since lost.”

The minister declared that whether passengers are transiting in Paris or somewhere else, PIA wants to grow its operations across Europe and work with other airlines to offer access to destinations in the United States. He emphasized that in the near future, plans are being made to resume flights on three routes to Britain.

Khawaja Asif praised Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s steadfast support and the tireless work of his predecessor, Khawaja Saad Rafique, who personally oversaw the procedure. He declared, “Today is a historic day for PIA, civil aviation, and the government. Over the last eight to ten months, tremendous effort was put into restoring PIA operations.”

Additionally, he congratulated the officials who relentlessly worked to win the lifting of the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) restriction and praised the collaboration of the European Union aviation authorities.

According to the minister, PIA is crucial to the worldwide stabilization of the airline sector. He promised to add new planes to PIA’s fleet shortly and said that efforts are on to regain the lost market. “We anticipate all flights to reach comparable booking levels in the coming days, as the outbound flight to France was fully booked,” he said.

Khawaja Asif reaffirmed the government’s intention to privatize PIA in order to guarantee its effectiveness and competitiveness in the international market. “It won’t take long for us to privatise PIA.”

Thousands more Pakistanis residing abroad in Europe are anticipated to gain from PIA’s flight restart, he said. “PIA used to transport Pakistani bodies from Europe to Pakistan at no cost, and we will keep doing this,” Khawaja Asif said.

Declaring, “Irresponsible statements in the past caused havoc for our national airline,” he criticized those in charge of the carrier’s previous scandals. Whoever damaged PIA’s reputation must be held accountable.

The minister reaffirmed the government’s resolve to uplift PIA’s standing and support its expansion in the cutthroat airline sector.

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China and Pakistan will travel to Pamir-Hindu Kush-Karakoram together on scientific trips.

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BEIJING: With assistance from the China-Pakistan Joint Research Center on Earth Sciences (CPJRC), Northwest University (NWU) and Karakoram International University (KIU) want to carry out collaborative scientific expeditions in the Pamir-Hindu Kush-Karakoram region.

According to the recently signed partnership agreement between the two universities, they will work together on research projects, develop talent, and train teachers primarily in the areas of cultural heritage conservation and geological catastrophe prevention and control.

According to CEN, they also talked about expanding the options for Pakistani students to pursue postdoctoral and academic degrees at NWU.

“There is a strong need for external cooperation in geological disaster and cultural heritage preservation due to complex geological conditions, frequent disasters, and unique cultural heritage in the region where KIU is located,” stated KIU Vice Chancellor Engr. Prof. Dr. Attaullah Shah.

In addition to KIU’s distinct characteristics, NWU has an edge in areas such ecological environmental protection, natural disaster prevention and control, etc., according to NWU President Sun Qingwei.

China-Pakistan cooperation in earth science is constantly evolving. A DoU to jointly develop the Karakoram Observation and Research Station (KORS) on Natural Hazards was recently inked in February between KIU and CPJRC.

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Unveiling of the PSL X trophy in the Arabian Sea

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With the stunning introduction of its historic 10th edition trophy, Luminara, in Karachi’s coastal waters, the HBL Pakistan Super League has created history.
This extraordinary action, which represents creativity, tenacity, genius, and the essence of Pakistan’s top T20 league, is a new turning point in the league’s history.
The PCB released a video showing Colombian cliff-diving sensation Orlando Duque, aided by the Pakistan Navy, plunging into the Arabian Sea to retrieve the PSL X trophy, “Luminara,” which is picked up by former captain Sarfraz Ahmed and PSL CEO Salman Naseer on the Karachi shores.
Made from a single sheet of solid silver that has been expertly machined to create its elaborate stone settings, Luminara is a stunning work of art. The trophy, which weighs 10 kg and is embellished with 22,850 high-luster zircon stones, is a reflection of the HBL PSL’s competitive prowess, passion, and exceptional stars.
The Latin words “lumens,” which means “light,” and “luminare,” which means “torch,” are the sources of the name Luminara, which means illumination. It represents the league’s ten-year history of setting the standard for entertainment and cricket excellence.
With the assistance of the Pakistan Navy, a professional diver unearthed a treasure box from the deep sea during the revealing, which took place in the open waters of the Arabian Sea. The prized trophy was then presented to HBL PSL stakeholders in Karachi. The story describes an amazing performance that embodies the league’s richness, development, and unflinching attitude. Cricket players, franchise representatives, and HBL and PCB officials all witnessed this extraordinary spectacle, which increased the anticipation for HBL PSL X.
In his remarks on the momentous occasion, Chairman PCB Mohsin Naqvi stated that the league’s dedication to innovation and quality is demonstrated by the introduction of “Luminara” at sea. “This trophy symbolizes the league’s illuminating history and its promising future as we commemorate ten years of the HBL PSL,” he continued.
“The HBL Pakistan Super League has always been about pushing boundaries, both on and off the field,” stated Salman Naseer, CEO of the HBL PSL. The HBL PSL has been a rich source of skill, tenacity, and sportsmanship, just like the sea is full of secrets and depth. This special reveal demonstrates the intense enthusiasm that our players and supporters have for the game.
The 10th edition of HBL PSL is set to take place in four cities – Karachi, Lahore, Multan and Rawalpindi from 11 April to 18 May. The opening match will be played between the defending champions Islamabad United (IU) and Lahore Qalandars (LQ) at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

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The policy of repatriation is enforced by Pakistan, and the deadline for Afghan citizen card holders to leave the country is set for 18 days.

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It is only 18 days left until the deadline that the government has set for the departure of unlawful foreign nationals and holders of Afghan Citizen Cards. The deadline is rapidly approaching.

It is expected that the foreign nationals who are illegally residing in the country would face severe consequences if they do not leave the country by the 31st of March.

Considering that there are just 18 days left, the deadline for their departure is drawing near almost immediately. A guarantee has been provided by the government that there will be no instances of cruelty during the process of evacuation.

As an additional point of interest, the government has announced that preparations have been taken to provide food and medical services for individuals who are departing the nation.

It was highlighted by the government that foreign nationals who wish to remain in Pakistan must complete the legal conditions in order to obtain permission to do so.

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