A four member bench, headed by Hon’ble Chief Justice of Pakistan Mr. Justice Mian Saqib Nisar and comprising other Hon’ble Judges Mr. Justice Faisal Arab, Mr. Justice Ijaz Ul Ahsan and Mr. Justice Munib Akhtar heard the CMA No.6155/2018 in Constitution Petition No.57/2016 (Advertisement by UBL and HBL regarding raising of Funds for Diamer Bhasha and Mohmand Dam by the government of Pakistan.).
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American Embassy launches two new English access microscholarship programs
The American Embassy launched two new English Access microscholarship programs on Wednesday – one at Sir Syed Public School in Rawalpindi and another implemented by Vision Building Future at Pakistan Sweet Home. Over 350 students will benefit from this program.
At the opening ceremony, John Hoover, the American Embassy’s Chargé d’Affaires, expressed the American government’s ongoing support for educational partnerships in Pakistan.
… Read the restWidening twin deficits overshadow performance of the real economy
Real GDP maintained its upward trajectory, exhibiting a 13-year high growth of 5.8 percent in FY18. Benign inflationary environment and improved law and order situation boosted business sentiments, resulting in higher credit offtake especially for fixed investment. However, this improved economic growth came amid widening twin deficits, which pose challenges for sustainability of the growth momentum, noted SBP’s Third Quarterly Report on The State of Pakistan’s Economy released today.
DP World reiterates validity of Doraleh Container Terminal concession and exclusivity rights
DP World reiterated today that its concession agreement for the Doraleh Container Terminal (DTC) remains in force, warning that the government’s illegal seizure of the facility doesn’t give the right to any third party to violate the terms of the concession agreement.
KPT to contribute towards diamer-bhasha and mohmand dams fund
As a demonstration of strong support to raise major water reservoirs, the Chairman KPT Rear Admiral Jamil Akhter responding to the positive gesture of Chief Justice of Supreme Court, Honorable Justice Saqib Nisar, has announced that officers and employees of Karachi Port Trust will also contribute towards the national cause through donation of their pays.
PNSC’s CBA charter of demands
Mr. Rizwan Ahmed, Chairman of Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) is receiving charter of demands for the years 2018-20 from members of workers’ union (CBA). Photo shows Executive Director (Administration), PNSC, Brig (Retd) Rashid Siddiqi along with others on the occasion.
Zong honours its customer centric commitments
One Company, delighting customers by mastering this execution of an exceptionally good 4G experience is, Pakistan’s No.1 Data Network, Zong 4G. While others functioned their networks on 3G, Zong was the first to invest in acquire of the 4G license.
Placing customers at the core, the company aims to continue strengthening its internal and external customer platforms such as Concept stores and Customer Care Centers.
… Read the restNIC Islamabad holds open house session for startups
The National Incubation Center (NIC) Islamabad, Pakistan’s premiere technology hub, held an open house session for all those who aspire to be a part of its fourth cohort. The open house was an open to all, information session with speakers from Ignite – National Technology Fund, Jazz and Teamup, informing the participants about the vision, mission and the future of the NIC in Pakistan.
… Read the restThe National Incubation Center (NIC) Islamabad, Pakistan’s premiere technology hub, held an open house session for all those who aspire to be a part of its fourth cohort. The open house was an open to all, information session with speakers from Ignite – National Technology Fund, Jazz and Teamup, informing the participants about the vision, mission and the future of the NIC in Pakistan.
… Read the restShell launches new performance fuel V-Power in Pakistan
Shell Pakistan has introduced its new Shell V-Power fuel with Dynaflex Technology in Pakistan in a ceremony held at the Pearl Continental Hotel, Karachi. The new Shell V-Power is an innovative new premium formulation designed now with Dynaflex Technology that has 5 times the molecules that reduce engine dirt and friction.