ISLAMABAD: Baisakhi, a historical and religious festival in Sikhism. It is usually celebrated on 13 or 14 April every year. It is additionally a spring harvest festival for rabi crops. Serena Hotels, under it’s Cultural Diplomacy Initiative in collaboration with Pakistan Television (PTV) organized a ceremony to celebrate Baisakhi. President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Dr. Arif Alvi was the Chief Guest on the occasion while many Sikh pilgrims came from across Pakistan, India and other countries, besides diplomats and senior officers from the Evacuee Trust Property Board attended the event as well. Addressing the ceremony, President Alvi said,…
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NEW DELHI: Jet Airways has suspended all international flights as the crisis at the Indian carrier deepens. Concerns over the future of the airline were heightened earlier this month when founder, Naresh Goyal, stepped aside, handing control of the operation to creditors. Jet, the largest private airline in India, is saddled with more than $1 billion of debt and is seeking a financial lifeline to avoid collapse. The news comes after Jet grounded ten more planes earlier this week over unpaid fees to leasing firms.There are reports the carrier is now operating just 14 planes. In response, the Indian government…
ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways is inviting travellers flying through Abu Dhabi to enjoy a free stopover in the capital of the UAE, as part of a landmark global promotion launching today. Abu Dhabi is a vibrant and diverse city offering visitors the chance to explore cultural highlights, impressive architecture, world-class theme parks as well as striking beaches and desert landscapes. The city appeals to solo travelers and couples in search of unique travel experiences as well as families looking to create extraordinary memories with children, making it the perfect destination for a holiday within a holiday. Etihad Airways is offering…
ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways will be the first airline in the region to operate a flight without any single-use plastics onboard, in a bid to raise awareness of the effects of plastic pollution. Flight EY484 will depart Abu Dhabi on April, 21, landing in Brisbane on April 22 – Earth Day. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Department of Transport, said: “Sustainable and efficient transport is core to the government’s vision, and we commend Etihad’s proactivity in paving the way for sustainability and efficiency in air transportation. The investment in sustainable alternative fuels…
Today, United Airlines Executive Vice President and Chief Digital Officer, Linda Jojo, was recognized by the National Diversity Council as one of the 2019 Top 50 Most Powerful Women in Technology. This prestigious list recognizes women who are shaping the future of technology with their insight and leadership. Jojo is the only airline executive to receive this award. Since joining United in 2014, Jojo has played a critical role in differentiating the company’s operations and customer experience by using innovative data analytics, digital products and e-commerce. Under her leadership, United has issued over 60,000 mobile devices to its pilots, flight…
SEOUL: The first flight, operated as part of a joint venture with Delta Air Lines, was saluted by water cannon on arrival and celebrated in speeches by airline and government officials. “Korean Air is the largest trans-Pacific airline and we’ve been eyeing Boston for a long time,” said the Korean Air Vice President Marketing, John Jackson. “It makes sense, with our Delta joint venture, to start service there now. “Delta is growing fast in Boston and adding an Asia flight will help them solidify their position.” “As a major gateway for high tech industries, Boston is the most popular un…
SINGAPORE: Jewel Changi Airport has been unveiled, with Singaporean residents given a first sneak peek into the one-of-a-kind lifestyle destination. The 135,700 sqm complex, designed by world-renowned architect Moshe Safdie, features a distinctive dome-shaped façade and firmly cements the facility’s position as the World’s Leading Airport. Officially opening to the public next Wednesday, more than four years after ground was broken on the development in 2014, Jewel will offer travellers and visitors unique attractions, extensive shopping and dining experiences, as well as airport and accommodation facilities. Hung Jean, Chief Executive of Jewel Changi Airport, said: “The unique proposition of world-class…
ISTANBUL: Flag carrier Turkish Airlines has launched flights from Istanbul to Sharjah, its third destination in the UAE and its 307th global route. During the launch of the inaugural flight, Turkish Airlines Chief Marketing Officer Ahmet Olmuştur said: “With Istanbul Airport, a new era has begun for Turkish aviation and tourism sectors. With having such a monumental facility as our home base, now we have an unmatched advantage to further accelerate our network expansion performance. As part of this performance, today we are highly pleased to add Sharjah as our third destination in the UAE after Abu Dhabi and Dubai.”…
MOJAVE-CALIFORNIA: US-based Stratolaunch Systems Corporation, founded by late Microsoft founder Paul G Allen, on Saturday completed the first flight of the world’s largest all-composite aircraft, the Stratolaunch. With a dual fuselage design and wingspan greater than the length of an American football field, the Stratolaunch aircraft took flight at 0658 PDT from the Mojave Air & Space Port. Achieving a maximum speed of 189 miles (304 km) per hour, the plane flew for 2.5 hours over the Mojave Desert at altitudes up to 17,000 feet. As part of the initial flight, the pilots evaluated aircraft performance and handling qualities before…
CHAKWAL: A jeep rally was organized by Tourism Development Corporation Punjab (TDCP) in Chakwal on Sunday, 7th April to promote tourism in the province. The rally was led by Federal Minister for Health Aamir Mehmood Kiyani and Punjab Minister for Higher Education and Tourism Yasir Humayun Sarfraz. Speaking before start of the rally, Minister of Health Aamir Mehmood Kiyani said the government is committed to develop and promote tourism in the country. He said Pakistan is second to none in beauty and negative propaganda against the country will have to be tackled. Provincial Minister Yasir Humayun said Punjab is the…