Day: June 9, 2024

A month-long Pre Hajj flight operation will conclude tomorrow. Radio Pakistan Correspondent Bilal Khan Mehsud reports from Makkah that the flight operation which began on 9th of the last month to transport around 70,105 pilgrims from major cities of Pakistan to Madinah and Makkah under the government scheme would complete with the arrival of the last flight at the King Abdulaziz International Airport Jeddah. As per the schedule, the last flight through Saudi Airlines SV-3727 would leave Islamabad International Airport for Jeddah at 3:00 am carrying 380 passengers. This year, 160,000 Pakistani pilgrims will perform pilgrimage, with 70,000 arriving under the government scheme and around 90,000 through private Hajj Groups Organizers. Source: Radio Pakistan

Chinese companies operating in Pakistan have expressed confidence that Prime Minister's visit to China will explore more opportunities for the second phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor. World leading Chinese engineering and power companies CMEC and POWERCHINA have shown interest to enhance investment and undertake new projects across various sectors. Talking to the Chinese media, Dai Bao, Vice General Manager of China Machinery Engineering Corporation said having closely observed Pakistan progress, we are confident that both countries will reap benefits from this new chapter. He said with unwavering support from both governments, we are committed to contributing significantly to this milestone project. The Power Construction Corporation of China would seek further collaboration with relevant international partners, taking full advantage of the rich water, wind, solar, and mine resources in Pakistan. Source: Radio Pakistan

Legendary broadcaster and Radio Pakistan's Urdu Newscaster Taskeen Zafar was laid to rest in Rawalpindi on Sunday. Veteran politician Raja Zafar-ul-Haq, Director of News and Current Affairs Radio Pakistan Amanullah Sipra, controllers, and other serving and retired officers of the state broadcaster attended the funeral prayer of the legendary newscaster. Besides, a large number of people belonging to the media industry, especially Radio Pakistan and Pakistan Television also joined the last rituals of the departed soul. Floral wreaths were laid on the grave of late Taskeen Zafar on behalf of Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar, Secretary Information and Broadcasting Shahera Shahid, Director General Radio Pakistan Saeed Ahmed Shaikh and Managing Director Pakistan Television. Born in Rawalpindi in 1957, Taskeen Zafar's broadcasting career spanned over four decades. She joined Radio Pakistan as an announcer in 1980. Taskeen Zafar also hosted programs at Radio Pakistan's News and Curren t Affairs Channel. She also remained associated with Pakistan Television where she read news and hosted music programs. In recognition of her meritorious services, Taskeen Zafar was presented Presidential Pride of Performance award last year. Radio Pakistan and entire broadcasting fraternity mourn the loss of a legend. Taskeen Zafar's eloquent voice and unique style of reading news will always resonate in the minds and hearts of Radio listeners. Speaker National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq has expressed deep sorrow and grief over the death of senior Radio and Television newscaster Taskeen Zafar. In his condolence message, he termed the death of Taskeen Zafar as an irreparable loss to the radio and television industry. Sardar Ayaz Sadiq prayed for high ranks of departed soul and expressed sympathies with bereaved families. Deputy Speaker of National Assembly Syed Mir Ghulam Mustafa Shah also expressed grief over the death of senior radio newscaster Taskeen Zafar. Source: Radio Pakistan