As part of its commitment towards a diverse culture and to encourage increased female participation in workforce, Telenor Pakistan in collaboration with Plan International Pakistan celebrated International Day of the Girl through a symbolic takeover of Telenor CEO Position by Marriam Naeem.

Representatives of Pakistan Dairy Association (PDA) met with Senate Standing Committee on Science & Technology on Monday and gave presentation to clear misconceptions associated with tea whiteners. PDA members explained that tea or coffee whiteners are established category across several advance countries for years and comply with international food laws.

A function, contained speeches, tableau and dua-i-Said to commemorate the memory of Shaheed Hakim Mohammed Said on the occasion of his 19th martyrdom day was held recently on the theme: “Sahaheed-i-Pakistan a symbol of national unity” at a local hotel.

Speaking on the occasion the Chief Guest and former Senator, Abdul Haseeb Khan said that a true national leader and ruler should be an intelligent, visionary, man of independent thinking who could be able to make dreams come true like Quaid-i-Azam Muhammed Ali Jinnah and Liaquat Ali Khan; Shaheed Hakim Mohammed Said also matched the standard of a true national leader.

Etihad Airways is trialling a new hand baggage only ‘Deal Fare’ on two key routes this winter season, for bookings between 18 October to 18 December, allowing travellers to purchase lower fares in Economy Class if no checked baggage is required.

To celebrate the efforts and the spirit of Pakistani rural women, Engro highlighted International Day of Rural Women today creating awareness about the day and reiterating its commitment towards women empowerment. Through the International Day of Rural Women and related events, Engro aims to play its role in empowering rural women within the society for a better and brighter tomorrow.

Minister of State and Chairperson BISP MNA Marvi Memon visited Thatta and Sujawal today where she spot checked the ongoing BISP survey for National Socio-Economic Registry (NSER) update at Makli and Kalakot. In Thatta and Sujawal, BISP door to door survey is about to close.

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi has inaugurated Pakistan’s first state-of-the-art mechanized, coal, clinker and cement bulk cargo handling terminal – Pakistan International Bulk Terminal Ltd. (PIBTL) at Port Qasim, 55 km from Karachi today. The graceful event was also attended by Muhammad Zubair, Governor of Sindh; Mir Hasil Khan Bizenjo, Federal Minister for Maritime (nomenclature of Ministry of Ports and Shipping has been changed to Ministry of Maritime), State Minster for Maritime, Chaudhry Jaffar Iqbal; Mumtaz Ali Shah Federal Secretary for Maritime; Agha Jan Akhtar, Chairman Port Qasim Authority (PQA); Capt.

K-Electric’s flagship Bin Qasim Power Station (BQPS)-II has become the first Pakistani power plant to achieve ISO 50001 energy management system certification. The certification was awarded by ISO-accredited body Bureau Veritas Pakistan to KE after due process alignment and auditing. The power utility is recognized as one of the industry leaders in energy management best practices and this certification is yet another testament to KE’s longstanding commitment to sustainability, including energy management initiatives to reduce energy consumption and greenhouse emissions.

State Bank of Pakistan released its Annual Report on the State of Pakistan’s Economy for the fiscal year 2016-17. According to the Report, Pakistan’s economy continued to expand with real GDP growing by 5.3 percent in FY17, the highest growth achieved during the last 10 years.

Speakers at a meeting of Shura Hamdard Karachi chapter urged the government to improve the environmental conditions of the country as not just medical health care, but the better environment leads to healthy society. The meeting was held yesterday on the theme: “Industry of drugs manufacturing and requirements of public health”, presided over by Justice (Rtd) Haziqul Khairi at a local hall.

MOL Group and Mari Petroleum Company Ltd (MPCL) today announced a strategic cooperation initiative for evaluating future potential business opportunities in the local, international upstream exploration and production sector. The MoU for strategic cooperation was signed by Dr. Berislav Gaso, Executive Vice President Upstream, MOL Group and Lt.

President of Korangi Association of Trade & Industry (KATI) Tariq Malik, Senior Vice President Salman Aslam and Vice President Junaid Naqi demanded to issue Custom Drawback Duty and tax refund. It was also said that to resolve this long awaited issue, whatever strategy would be finalized by business community , KATI will stand by it, in a statement released by KATI.

DP World Group Chairman and CEO Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem met with Dominican Republic President Danilo Medina recently to discuss the expansion of the global trade enabler’s Caucedo port operations, including its logistics park and quay side facilities. During their meeting in Caucedo, discussions focused on a growth plan that would attract more foreign investment to the country.

The Businessmen Group and the Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI) will celebrate 20 years of “Public Service” to the Business and Industrial Community and Karachiites at a captivating and glittering ceremony today (Friday, October 13, 2017) at Baradari. According to a statement issued, the Celebration will be attended by Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah along with his entire Cabinet whereas prominent dignitaries, top government functionaries, heads of law enforcing agencies, and members of diplomatic corps will also be present on the occasion.

Noted businessman of the energy sector Ashar Haleem Qureshi has been elected unopposed as Chairman of the All Pakistan CNG Association (APCNGA) for the year 2017-18. Mr. Qureshi hails from Rawalpindi and he has been working in oil and gas sector since the last twenty years while his vision is taken seriously in the concerned circles.