Entries from January 2010

January 27, 2010

PIA’s New Marketing Plan to Focus on ‘Traditional’ Passengers

Karachi, Pakistan: In an attempt to increase market share and revenue, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) will target Pakistani passengers who have switched over to competitors, in an effort to bring them back to the national carrier. PIA’s revenue has been declining for the last few years due to poor customer service and mismanagement. The airline [...]

January 16, 2010

Poondi No Longer Considered a Shugal Activity

Salik seen here, disgusted by the haraam clothes. Source: Dailytimes

Lahore, Pakistan: In an interesting turn of events, recent surveys conducted this winter during Pakistan’s wedding season show that weddings are no longer massive poondi fests. Shaadi halls, which were once known as the best arenas for Pakistan’s favorite national pastime, no longer carry the same [...]