Adamjee Life unveils ‘Khuwaboun ka Nigehbaan’ campaign on March 22, 2024In the wake of the momentous signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Adamjee Life, The Hunar Foundation, and Kiran Foundation, a groundbreaking campaign, “Khuwaboun ka Nigehbaan,” is set to unfold. This collaboration marks a significant stride towards societal transformation, emphasizing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) crucial for the well-being of our community. Dedicated to […]
RUDA takes Green Initiative on March 22, 2024Ravi Urban Development Authority (RUDA) has taken a significant step towards environmental conservation by organizing a plantation drive at Rakh Jhokk forest on World Forests Day. The event was attended by officials from RUDA Director Project Planning and Control Nadeem A. Bukhari, Sheikhupura Forest Department Divisional Engineer Iftikhar Janjua, along with students from various schools […]
Careem introduces in-app donations for customer on March 22, 2024Careem, the leading ride-hailing platform in Pakistan, has introduced a series of impactful initiatives this Ramzan, using technology as an enabler in the way donations are traditionally made. With the aim of giving back to the community, Careem has introduced a Ramzan donation car type ‘GO Indus’ in partnership with Indus Hospital. With every ride […]
‘WAPDA playing key role by harnessing water resources’ on March 22, 2024Chairman WAPDA Engr Lt Gen Sajjad Ghani (Retd), in his message on the eve of World Water Day, has said that water is life. It is sine-qua-non not only for existence of life but also for human development on earth. We are fortunate, as Pakistan has been blessed with ample water resources. This is up […]
Capital Calling welcomes IMF recommendations for uniformed tax on tobacco products on March 21, 2024Capital Calling, an Islamabad-based think tank, has welcomed the reports that International Monetary Fund (IMF) has asked Pakistan to impose uniform excise rates on both local and foreign cigarette manufacturers. It also appreciated former health minister Dr Nadeem Jan calling for a 50 percent increase in taxes on cigarettes to make them harder to access […]
Organize Suhoor and Iftar in the rich Ramadan: Shaukat Virk on March 21, 2024Founder and General Secretary of Dr. AQ Khan Hospital Trust, Dr. Shaukat Babar Virk, has said that the wealthy class should take care of Suhoor and Iftar in Ramadan. While decorating the table throughout the year, serving the fasting people during the month of Ramadan is a better form of worship. Eleven months are long […]
Bid to smuggle drugs foiled on March 21, 2024On the special instructions of Senior Minister of Sindh and Provincial Minister for Excise, Taxation, and Narcotics Control Sharjeel Inam Memon, the Excise Narcotics Control team has foiled an attempt to smuggle large quantities of drugs by conducting a successful operation in Rohri. During strict checking near Central Jail Sukkur, adjacent to Sukkur Toll Station, […]
Empower Her OAKS Festival: Uniting Generations, Igniting Change on March 13, 2024The Old Associates of Kinnaird’s Society (OAKS) here the other day (March 9) organized “Empower Her Festival” at Kinnaird College for Women, Lahore. The festival celebrated women’s empowerment and entrepreneurship, bringing together women from diverse backgrounds to share their stories, insights, and experiences under the inspiring umbrella of the UN Women’s Day theme: “Invest in […]
Turkish Consulate General hosts celebration for international women’s day on March 13, 2024Turkish Consulate General in Karachi hosted a celebration in honor of International Women’s Day, inviting women from diverse fields of expertise to partake in the festivities. Businesswomen, artists, professors, former ministers, media personalities, and authors were among the attendees, said a statement from the consulate on Tuesday. Addressing the ceremony, Turkish Consul General in Karachi […]
Illicit cigarette sale increases to 60% in South Punjab on March 13, 2024The Pakistan Tobacco Company (PTC) shared the latest market trends and informed that the sale of illicit (smuggled, tax evaded and counterfeit) cigarettes has increased to around 60 percent in South Punjab, resulting in a loss of billions of rupees to the national exchequer. While addressing the media in Multan, Business Development Analyst Mohsin Ali […]