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LAHORE: Coca-Cola received Governor’s Appreciation Certificate at a ceremony in Lahore. This certificate, the highest form of appreciation from the Governor’s office, was awarded in recognition of Coca-Cola’s vision and its innovative approach to adopt principles of sustainability throughout its operations. Director Public Affairs & Stakeholder Management, Dr. Faisal Hashmi received the award on behalf of the company. The recognition is for the company’s initiatives on environmental and social sustainability as part of its portfolio for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), in particular to honor the company being the first to receive rPET approval, Pakistan’s first plastic road initiative that Punjab…
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Islamabad has set May 8 as the date for hearing the plea of the Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) against the Peshawar High Court’s verdict that deprived the party of reserved seats. A three-member bench, headed by Justice Mansoor Ali Shah and comprising of Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar and Justice Athar Minallah, will hear the case regarding SIC’s reserved seats. Previously, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar announced intentions to challenge the verdict of the Peshawar High Court (PHC) regarding reserved seats in the apex court. It’s planned that they will request the Supreme Court to…
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Chief Minister Ali Amin Khan Gandapur has warned the PML-N-led federal government that don’t take him easy, threatening to lead a march towards Islamabad if the province’s dues are not cleared promptly. During an event in KP, the outspoken PTI leader criticized the Centre for denying the rights of the province, emphasizing that the people of KP would stand firmly behind him if he takes to the streets. Directing his message towards Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s government, Gandapur demanded the immediate clearance of his province’s dues, asserting that failure to do so would not be tolerated.…
KARACHI: The Aga Khan University Institute for Educational Development (AKU-IED), in collaboration with the Centre for Social Justice (CSJ), Pakistan hosted a dynamic policy dialogue on ‘Overcoming Educational Policy Challenges through Better Governance’. The event served as a platform for engaging experts and stakeholders, fostering innovative strategies for governance enhancement, gaining valuable insights into improving educational outcomes, and contributing to the development of a comprehensive policy roadmap for sustainable progress. The distinguished panel featured prominent figures including Dr Riaz Ahmed Shaikh, Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Education at Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Institute of Science and Technology…
Islamabad: Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) will showcase the emirate’s innovative and diverse destination offering by bringing together 129 key partners and stakeholders to demonstrate the city’s collaborative spirit at the 31st edition of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM), taking place from 6-9 May 2024 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. With this year’s ATM taking place under the forward-looking theme of ‘Empowering Innovation – Transforming Travel Through Entrepreneurship’, DET will highlight how Dubai’s tourism industry has cultivated innovation, entrepreneurship and sustainability to create new pathways for growth beyond traditional tourism. This strategic approach is inspired by the…
Islamabad: foodpanda, Pakistan’s leading delivery platform, proudly sponsored and participated in the Women in Business and Leadership Conference (WIBCON) ’24, organised by the Pakistan Society for Training and Development (PSTD). This influential event, attended by an estimated 1200-1500 participants, provided a positive platform for advancing inclusivity and empowering women leaders. As a title sponsor, foodpanda’s presence at WIBCON ’24 spotlighted the significant contributions and achievements of its female workforce. Through an engaging exhibit, foodpanda highlighted the pivotal roles women play in driving innovation, excellence, and growth within the company and the biases that we need to break in order for…
While most international cricket teams have already revealed their 15-member squads along with reserves for the upcoming ninth edition of the T20 World Cup set to occur in the United States and the West Indies from June 1 to 29, 2024, Pakistan is yet to announce its squad for the mega tournament. The event will feature a total of 20 teams, including those participating in the qualifying round. India, England, Australia, New Zealand, Oman, South Africa, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Nepal have all unveiled their fifteen-member squads for the upcoming cricket events. However, Pakistan is yet to reveal its squad for…
A man allegedly involved in firing at Bollywood actor Salman Khan’s residence found dead n the police lock-up at the Mumbai Police headquarters. According to reports from Indian media outlets, 32-year-old Anuj Thapan was discovered deceased in the police lock-up at the Mumbai Police headquarters, later pronounced dead at GT Hospital. The incident took place around 11 am, with Thapan allegedly taking his own life in the lock-up’s restroom. Police sources have disclosed that while two other accused individuals were providing statements, Thapan was among 10 others in the cell. The motive behind the suicide remains unclear. Thapan was apprehended…
The prestigious Expo Centre Lahore hosted the inauguration of IGATEX Pakistan, a leading exhibition in the realm of Garment, Textile, and Digital Printing Machinery, organized by Fakt Exhibitions (Pvt.) Ltd. Dignitaries such as Zaki Aijaz, Regional Chairman of The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry, Ladislav Steinhübel – Ambassador of the Czech Republic, Dr. Salvatore Parano – Trade Commissioner of Italy, and Saleem Khan Tanoli – CEO of Fakt Exhibitions (Pvt.) Ltd., graced the event with their presence. The exhibition garnered praise for its pivotal role in providing a platform for the textile industry to showcase state-of-the-art technologies…
Google, the renowned American tech giant, has unveiled an ambitious initiative to set up 50 smart schools in Islamabad, Pakistan’s capital. Under this plan, Google will establish a flagship public school as a model for the project. Moreover, the company will provide training opportunities for young learners through Google Career Certificates and conduct workshops for educators. These initiatives aim to enhance the quality of education and equip students and teachers with essential digital skills. In a recent development meeting, representatives from Google’s education division discussed the forthcoming educational endeavors with officials from the federal Ministry of Education and the Professional…