Big blow for PIA as Europe bans airline for six months over ‘fake' licenses scandal Big blow for PIA as Europe bans airline for six months over ‘fake' licenses scandal Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) suffered a big blow as the European Union Air Safety Agency (EASA) suspended airline’s operations permit for six months, a spokesperson for the national flag carrier said on Tuesday. The suspension will take effect on July 1, 2020, at noon UTC, he said. Therefore, all PIA flights to Europe have been temporarily canceled. "Those who have a PIA booking can advance the date forward or get a refund," the spokesperson said. "PIA is in constant contact with the agency," he said, adding: "We are taking steps to address their concerns." "It is hoped that the suspension will end soon due to the [remedial] steps taken by the government and the administration," the spokesperson said. ‘Pakistan not capable to certify and oversee its operator
Even in the bio-secure bubble in Worcester, Men in Green have high spirits towards the game As cricket is going to start after a long time in this situation. A Pakistan cricket team official from Worcester on Monday said that all players were in good spirits and were now looking forward to getting the green signal to begin training ahead of the three-Test series against England in England All the boys as well as officials are in good spirits. Of course, the waiting part is a bit different from what everybody is used to but it hasn’t dampened the mood," he said. The team management will finalize its training program as soon as it receives test results from the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB). The results were expected by Tuesday morning. In the meantime, the players are officials who are keeping themselves busy by indulging in several recreational activities including snooker, table tennis, and darts. Members of the Pakistani squad are the only guests at the hotel at N