MUSCAT: Oman Air has received endorsement of its Records Management Manual during an official signing by National Records and Archives Chairman Dr Hamad bin Mohammed Al-Dhawyani and Oman Air Chief Executive Officer Abdulaziz Al Raisi. The manual was signed at Oman Air’s headquarters and is the culmination of a year-long undertaking by Oman Air’s Records Management department. Dr Al-Dhawyani said: “Records management is an important aspect of any organization due to its contribution to organizing information and retrieving it effectively. Oman Air was attentive to this by establishing a dedicated records management department and the recruitment of a specialist to…
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CANBERRA: The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunization (ATAGI) issued new guidelines today, declaring that only the people who received a booster shot of the COVID-19 vaccine are now considered ‘fully vaccinated’ against coronavirus. According to a new set of recommendations issued by Australian health officials on Thursday, the third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine will be required for a person in Australia to be regarded as “up to date with vaccination,” against the virus. “A person is ‘up to date if they have completed all the doses recommended for their age and individual health needs,” Australian Health Minister Greg…
MANAMA: Formula 1 has confirmed that Bahrain will stay on the F1 calendar until 2036 inclusive, following the agreement with the promoter to renew its contract. This extends F1 in Bahrain by a further 10 years, said a Bahrain News Agency report. The Bahrain Grand Prix has been a brilliant race on the F1 calendar since 2004 and Bahrain International Circuit hosted two races in 2020 during the Covid-19 pandemic. In 2022, it will be the opening race of the season and has become a favorite with all the fans, drivers, and teams. The incredible facilities at the circuit for…
ISTANBUL: Turkish Airlines (THY) has signed the actor Morgan Freeman, known for playing celebrated roles such as Nelson Mandela, the United States president and Batman’s gadget guru, to represent its brand. The Oscar-winning actor is lending his sonorous voice and trusted presence to THY’s latest ad campaign, focusing on the theme of the prehistoric supercontinent of Pangea, the company announced Friday. “On the heels of a successful year of increased demand and recovery for the airline industry, Turkish Airlines is launching a new global advertising campaign,” the company said in a statement. “Centered around the concept of Pangea – which…
MUSCAT: Oman Air has moved to the new Terminal 1 at King Abdulaziz International Airport, signaling the airline’s ongoing commitment to scheduled passenger service linking Muscat and Jeddah. The transition was marked by an official ceremony attended by His Excellency the Consul General of Oman Mr. Mubarak AlHanai along with a number of Omani and Saudi officials on 29 January 2022 and coincided with the arrival of Oman Air flight WY1675 which was welcomed with a traditional water salute. Passengers disembarking the flight were presented flowers while the flight’s crew had their photo taken with His Excellency during an Oman…
KARACHI: Pakistan International Airlines formally joined hands with National Forum for Environment and Health (NFEH) to work together to fulfill the vision of the Prime Minister of Pakistan for a Clean and Green Pakistan. An MoU was signed by Chief Executive Officer PIA, Air Marshal Arshad Malik, and NFEH President Naeem Qureshi. PIA and NFEH will jointly conduct and promote tree plantations in Karachi and other cities of Pakistan. The tree plantation drive will commence from 14th February and continue till the end of this year. PIA has been participating in tree plantation drive for the past couple of years…
NEW DELHI: Come February 14, India will toss out mandatory quarantine and pre-arrival Covid PCR tests for all international travelers coming into the country. In place of a pre-arrival negative PCR test result, the new requirement only calls for international travelers to submit their primary vaccination schedule completion certificate. This exemption is available to vaccinated travelers from 82 countries that also extend quarantine-free access to Indian nations. Such countries include Australia, Malaysia, Hong Kong, the Philippines, the US, and the UK. India removes more barriers for international travel into the country; Indira Gandhi International Airport pictured The announcement, made yesterday…
ISLAMABAD: Hashoo Hotels, Pakistan’s leading hospitality brand, has unveiled the next chapter in its mission to change the way people travel, offering an alternative to conventional methods. Pearl-Continental Hotels is rolling out its PC Mobile App, including a range of new and exciting features. Speaking about the app, the Deputy Chairman and CEO of Hashoo Group, Mr. Murtaza Hashwani said, “With the introduction of PC Mobile App, Hashoo Hotels aims to further improve the quality of hospitality experience, with high-tech, seamless solutions for its valued customers. The desire to be the catalyst for positive change and to create the best…
DOHA: Qatar Airways scheduled flights to Multan, Pakistan, will resume on February 22, with a three weekly service and taking it to four weekly, effective March 27 after the airline halted flying to Multan in March 2020 over pandemic concerns. The route will be operated by Airbus A320 offering seats in Business Class and Economy Class. With the addition of three weekly flights to Multan, passengers can now enjoy seamless connectivity to over 140 destinations across the airline’s extensive global network via the best airport in the world, Hamad International Airport, including popular destinations across the Middle East, Europe and…
PESHAWAR: Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Tourism Coordination Azam Jamil on Wednesday said that federal government would provide all possible support to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government for promotion of tourism and cultural activities in the province. During his visit to the provincial metropolis, he said that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa was the preferred destination for domestic and international tourists because of its abundant natural beauty and rich diverse cultural heritage. Secretary Sports, Tourism, Archaeology, Culture, Museums and Youth Affairs Amir Sultan Tarin and the PM aide later visited the Peshawar Museum, Gor Khatri, Sethi House and Heritage Trail. Director Archaeology Dr…