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June 13, 2023

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Update: Sindh Govt Plans for Cyclonic Storm 'BIPARJOY'

Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has said that around 32466 people of district Sujawal, Badin, and Thatta and residents of 70 dangerous buildings of Karachi are prone to the Very Severe Cyclonic Storm (VSCS) `BIPARJOY’ likely to hit the coastal belt on June 15. “We are taking all-out measures to shift the people to secure areas and removing loose installations like billboards, sign boards, and such other weak structures to avoid any untoward incident.” He said this while addressing a press conference at CM House regarding the Very Severe Cyclonic Storm (VSCS) `BIPARJOY’ at CM House. He was flanked by...
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June 13, 2023

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IBA Alumni Reunion Celebrates Lifelong Learning and Supports Future Leaders in Islamabad

The Islamabad Chapter of the Institute of Business Administration (IBA) Alumni Association celebrated their annual reunion in Islamabad. This prestigious event brought together a diverse array of industry leaders across different sectors, all bonded by their shared educational experience at IBA. The reunion was graced by an esteemed lineup of guest speakers, who shared insights into their respective fields and discussed ways to contribute to the community through corporate social responsibility initiatives. The guest speakers shared their wisdom and insights, including Lt. Col. Shahzad Ali Kiani (R), Managing Director of AAA Associates, who is also a proud alumnus of IBA. Ali...
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June 9, 2023

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Pakistan’s Election as a Member of ECOSOC for term 2024-2026

Pakistan has been elected as a member of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) for the term 2024-2026, in the election held on 8 June 2023 at the UN Headquarters in New York. Pakistan will take its seat at ECOSOC on 1st January 2023. Pakistan has served on the 54-member Council for ten times in the past, serving as its President on six different occasions (1952, 1957, 1975, 1995, 2005 and 2020). At ECOSOC, Pakistan has been a leading voice and a consensus-builder on promoting international economic cooperation and sustainable development. During its new term, Pakistan will continue to champion...
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June 8, 2023

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President directs COMSATS to allow student to complete degree

President Dr Arif Alvi has directed COMSATS University to provide its student with a chance to complete his education as his future was at stake because his admission was cancelled by the university after he had already completed 7 out of 8 semesters of his degree. COMSATS had cancelled Mr Hammad bin Zain’s admission after 3.5 years on the ground that he was not eligible for admission to the university in 2017 as he had obtained fewer marks than required. The President said that it was surprising that the administration of the University could make such a huge error by granting...
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June 8, 2023

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Commerce Minister Invites British Pakistanis to invest in Pakistan

Commerce Minister Naveed Qamar has invited British Pakistanis to invest in Pakistan to benefit from profitable business opportunities and business friendly environment in the country. He was addressing a reception hosted by High Commissioner Moazzam Ahmad khan at the Pakistan High Commission London. The event brought together UK Parliamentarians, British Pakistani community, and businesspersons. During his speech, Minister Qamar called upon the British Pakistanis to explore the diverse investment opportunities in Pakistan and highlighted the potential for lucrative profits. He gave an overview of the favorable business environment in Pakistan, mentioning the presence of successful British companies operating in the country. The Minister expressed his...
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May 23, 2023

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President for Revisiting National Priorities to Steer Pakistan Out of Difficulties

President Dr Arif Alvi has called for revisiting the national priorities to steer Pakistan out of its present socio-economic and political difficulties. He said that it was the responsibility of the leadership of all institutions to focus on addressing the major challenges, including overcoming poverty, improving the economy, checking population growth, providing health and education facilities, and eliminating inequalities from society, especially in the rural areas of the country. The President expressed these views while talking to the participants of the Senior Officers' Leadership Course (SOLC-10), who called on him, at Aiwan-e-Sadr, today. Talking to the officers, the President underlined the need...
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