SECP pledges to continue to promote gender diversity and women participation in the corporate sector
SECP pledges to continue to promote gender diversity and women participation in the corporate sectorISLAMABAD, March 8: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) celebrated International Women’s Day with a pledge to continue efforts to improve female representation in the corporate sector of Pakistan.Former SECP Commissioner Sadia Khan graced the occasion as the chief […]
CORPORATE PHILANTHROPY IN PAKISTAN IS ESTIMATED AT RS. 30 BILLION IN YEARS 2020 & 2021
The Corporate Philanthropy Awards 2023 ceremony, organized by Pakistan Centre for Philanthropy (PCP) on 7th March at Marriott Hotel Karachi was chaired by Mr. Akif Saeed, Chairman Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP). While addressing the event, Mr. Akif Saeed said that the business sector should be encouraged, supported and incentivized to augment its […]
Pakistan ready to write new chapter in women’s cricket history
All roads will lead to the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Wednesday afternoon when the Amazons will square off against the Super Women in first of the three Women’s League exhibition matches. The first ball will be bowled at 2pm and will be followed by the HBL PSL 8 fixture between Peshawar Zalmi and Quetta Gladiators, […]
Hina Khar, Tobias Linde exchange views on regional, global issues
German Minister of State at the Federal Foreign Office Dr Tobias Linde held a meeting with the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Hina Rabbani Khar in Islamabad today. Underscoring the high importance Pakistan attaches to its longstanding ties of amity and cooperation with Germany, Hina Rabbani Khar shared Pakistan’s keen desire to further strengthen […]
Opening ceremony of PATS Competition2023 held at Pabbi
The opening ceremony of 6th International Pakistan Army Team Spirit (PATS) Competition-2023 was held at National Counter Terrorism Centre Pabbi today. General Officer Commanding 37 Division was the Chief Guest at the occasion. According to ISPR, seven teams of Pakistan Army and 10 international teams from Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Morocco, Uzbekistan, Thailand, Jordan, USA, Iraq, […]
IIOJK: APHC strongly denounces raids on houses of Hurriyat leaders by Indian forces
In Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, the All Parties Hurriyat Conference has strongly denounced the raids on the houses of Hurriyat leaders and activists by Indian forces’ personnel in every nook and corner of the territory. According to Kashmir Media Service, the APHC spokesman said India has declared a war on Kashmiris, who are […]
Jashan-e-Baharan activities begin in ICT from Wednesday
The Islamabad Capital Territory administration has announced to celebrate Jashan-e-Baharan (Spring Festival) activities in the capital from tomorrow (Wednesday). The week-long activities would include Mazahiya Mushaira, Classic auto show, Cycling race and rally and women’s day celebration in different venues of the capital. Women sports gala would also be held at Multipurpose Ground F-6, featuring […]
President emphasizes need to harness natural resources of Balochistan
President Dr Arif Alvi has urged the students to enhance their intellectual abilities and play their role in the development of the country. He was talking to the students and staff of the Cadet College, Jaffarabad, Balochistan in Islamabad today. The President said it is essential to improve intellectual resources as well as IT knowledge […]
Saquib Ahmad to head SAP Pakistan, Iraq & Afghanistan
Saquib Ahmad, Country Managing Director, SAP Pakistan & Afghanistan, has been given additional charge to lead SAP Iraq. He assumed his additional role as the Managing Director Pakistan, Iraq and Afghanistan with effect from March, 2023. The new role and added responsibility are a result of Saquib’s outstanding performance. He has played a strong leadership […]
“Diversity, Equity and Inclusion” policy makes perfect sense for businesses aiming for high results: SECP Chairman
“As the apex regulator of the corporate sector and capital markets in Pakistan, SECP facilitates an inclusive economic and work environment”, said SECP Chairman Akif Saeed. He informed that females in senior management positions at SECP now account for 38% while 51% of all new recruitments in the last year have been females. Likewise, maternity […]
Govt increases BISP stipend amount by 25 percent: Kundi
Special Assistant on Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety Faisal Karim Kundi says government has increased the amount of stipend of Benazir Income Support Programme by 25 percent. Addressing a news conference in Islamabad today, he said around nine million people are receiving the stipend through BISP. The Special Assistant said Benazir Income Support Porgramme has […]
TIFA meeting agreed for regular follow up engagements to ensure progress: Naveed
Commerce Minister Syed Naveed Qamar has expressed hope that after revival of the program by IMF Board, the reserves would increase with inflow from friendly countries and international banks. In a statement, he said the revival of the program alone is not a panacea for all ills, rather; we need structural reforms and our processes […]
There is a clear order to arrest Imran : IG Islamabad
Inspector General (IG) Police Islamabad Akbar Nasir has said that there is a clear order to arrest Imran Khan. In a conversation with a private TV channel, IG Islamabad said that the first step of the warrant is the notice which he received, he came to know that the court is calling him. He said […]
APHC urges UN to play role for release of IIOJK detainees
In Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir, APHC has appealed to the United Nations Human Rights Council and other organizations to play a dynamic role in release of Kashmiri political prisoners languishing in different hell-like jails of India and the territory. According to Kashmir Media Service, the APHC spokesman in a statement issued in Srinagar […]
PM, Amir of Qatar discuss ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in diverse sectors
Amir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim ibn Hamad Al Thani has reiterated his strong resolve to continue supporting Pakistan in its development agenda. He expressed this resolve while welcoming Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during a meeting in Doha on Sunday. The Amir also expressed Qatar’s keen interest in enhancing economic cooperation with Pakistan. They also exchanged […]
China approves $1.3bn loan rollover for Pakistan
Pakistan received $500 million from Chinese bank, Finance Minister Ishaq Dar announced late Friday, as part of the $1.3 billion facility approved by the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC). The cash-strapped country has faced growing economic challenges, with high inflation, sliding forex reserves, a widening current account deficit and a depreciating currency. “Formalities completed [and] Chinese […]
Chairman PEMRA assures for Radio and TV license to ICCI on priority basis
Ahsan Zafar Bakhtawari President, Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) leading a delegation met with Chairman PEMRA Muhammad Saleem Baig in his office and discussed with him the plan of starting an ICCI radio and TV channel. Wakil Khan, Director General Licensing, PEMRA was also present on the occasion. Addressing the delegation, Chairman PEMRA […]
10 foreign players from seven countries named in squads for women’s matches
Pakistan Cricket Board today unveiled the two women’s squads for the three Women’s League exhibition matches, which will be played ahead of the HBL PSL 8 matches in Rawalpindi on 8, 10 and 11 March. The women’s matches will start at 2pm and will be followed by the men’s matches at 7pm. Bismah Maroof will […]
ELECTIONS OF KARACHI & SINDH WEIGHTLIFTING ASSOCIATIONS HELD AFTER 12 YEARS
Major (Retd) Raza Ali and Mr. Abdul Wahhab Sheikh, former national weightlifter and senior official, were designated as the designated Patron-in-Chief and Patron of the Sindh Weightlifting Association respectively. Whereas Professor Ameer Ali Lashari, Principal Govt Boys Degree College Quaidabad, Karachi was designated as Patron of Karachi Weightlifting Association. The elections were attended by Shuja-ud-Din […]
Indonesian cyclist en route to Makkah reaches Pakistan
Two Indonesian cyclists, Asid Kusuma Atmaja and Yunus started their long-awaited spiritual journey to Makkah on bicycles from Indonesia in August 2022 to spread the message of peace, tolerance, and kindness. After traveling with bycycles across five countries; Malaysia, Thailand, Myanmar, Singapore, and Bangladesh, they took a flight to Pakistan. In Pakistan, they are staying […]
Khan gives examples of Britain but does not respect court: judge
An anti-terrorism court’s (ATC) judge issued remarks regarding Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan after he appeared before the courts at the judicial complex in Islamabad with a swarm of people. The former prime minister on February 28 appeared before three courts to attend the hearing of four cases filed against him. Khan secured interim bail in three cases while a […]
President Arif Alvi announces April 30 as date for Punjab elections
President Arif Alvi has announced April 30 as the date for the general polls in Punjab, hours after the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) proposed dates for the election in the province as directed by the Supreme Court (SC). “President Dr. Arif Alvi has announced the date of 30th April 2023 (Sunday) for holding the general elections […]