Islamabad, Sep 18: A new initiative from the British Council aimed at supporting climate action in the creative industries in Pakistan is now open for applications. The Climate Futures: South Asia programme is offering grant opportunities for artists and cultural organisations to address the climate emergency through innovative projects and practices. The Climate Futures: South Asia programme is designed to support the arts sector with grants of £15,000 available to artists and cultural organisations. The new grant programme will support a range of projects that: 1.Support artist-led initiatives that promote knowledge creation and sustainability in the cultural sector 2.Design and…
Author: Iqra Khan
Islamabad, Sep 17: In response to media queries regarding the disrespect of national anthem by the Acting Consul General of Afghanistan at an event in Peshawar, the Spokesperson, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mumtaz Zahra Baloch made the following remarks: “The disrespect of host country’s national anthem is against diplomatic norms.This act of Acting Consul General of Afghanistan is reprehensible.We are conveying our strong protest to the Afghan authorities both in Islamabad and Kabul.”
Islamabad, Sep 17: In honor of Masatsugu Asakawa’s visit to Islamabad as President of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the Ministry of Economic Affairs arranged a tour of the city. President ADB is given a city tour by the Ministry of Economic Affairs. According to a news statement released here on Tuesday, President Asakawa visited Pakistan Monuments in Shakarparian and Faisal Mosque with Secretary of Economic Affairs Dr. Kazim Niaz. President ADB is given a city tour by the Ministry of Economic Affairs. President Asakawa placed flowers at the Martyrs’ Monument and planted a tree at Pakistan Monuments. President Asakawa…
Islamabad, Sep 17: In order to combat the effects of climate change, President Asif Ali Zardari has sought for greater cooperation from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and underlined the scale of Pakistan’s climate finance demands. He emphasized that the harsh climate shifts and the catastrophic floods of 2022 had a significant effect on the nation’s economy, agriculture, infrastructure, and educational system. He discussed these opinions with Masatsugu Asakawa, the visiting president of the Asian Development Bank, during their Tuesday visit at Aiwan-e-Sadr. The meeting was also attended by Senators Saleem Mandviwalla and Ms. Sherry Rehman. The President informed the…
Islamabad, Sep 17: The Defence Housing Authority Gujranwala (DHAG) is scheduled to hold a “Location Ballot” for its villas and plots shortly. For individuals who are considering investing in upscale residential buildings, this announcement represents a critical turning point. Additionally, the CEO of ARY Laguna and the Administrator of DHA Gujranwala conducted an official site visit to evaluate the project’s current status in the most recent update. The visit was documented via a video briefing posted on DHA Gujranwala’s official Facebook page, and it ended with a request for success for the project. Keep checking back for more information on…
Islamabad, Sep 17: For the 13th GOP Ijarah Sukuk (GIS) auction at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on September 16, 2024, the government, through the Ministry of Finance, raised Rs. 202 billion as opposed to the original objective of Rs. 250 billion. The total amount of bids received was Rs. 691.25 billion.With a 99 basis point decline, the Fixed Rate Discounted 1-year rate came in at 15 percent. The 3-year cute-off rate for the Fixed Rental Rate (FRR) is 13.89 percent, which is 111.17 basis points less than the previous rate. The 5-year FRR cut-off rate has decreased by 53.50…
Islamabad, Sep 17: Holiday Inn & Suites Islamabad DHA II is the result of a partnership between MGC Developments and IHG® Hotels & Resorts, which is extending its footprint in Pakistan. An agreement to franchise the project’s construction in DHA II was signed today.The 150-room hotel will join IHG’s network of more than 1,000 active Holiday Inn hotels worldwide when it opens in August 2028. The hotel, which caters to contemporary tourists, will have the brand’s ground-breaking Open Lobby design, which unites dining, working, and leisure areas into a multipurpose center. The hotel will provide meeting rooms, a fitness center,…
Islamabad, Sep 17: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has implemented Islamabad’s first-ever digital vehicle parking system, beginning in G-8 Markaz. As to facts, CDA Chairman Mohammad Ali Randhawa inaugurated the digital parking system during a visit to G-8 Markaz. Member Nauman Khalid, who specializes in technology and digitization, gave a thorough briefing on the project’s execution and future plan. For the first ten days, CDA is offering the service free of charge in an effort to promote public involvement. In the first phase, residents can become acquainted with the available digital payment choices and learn more about the new system.…
Islamabad, Sep 17: According to their official Facebook handle on September 16, Defence Housing Authority Quetta (DHAQ) recently held an interactive session wherein Early Bird clients were asked to offer updates on the progress inside the Early Bird Sectors. The following were the main agenda items for the event: Progress Update: An overview of the Early Bird Sectors’ quick infrastructural development, ensuring participants of projects’ prompt completion. Encouragement for Property Development: A plea to landowners to step up construction while emphasizing the advantages of early involvement. Exclusive Incentives: Implementation of rewards intended to stimulate construction right away. Quick-Step Development: DHA…
Islamabad, Sep 17: According to Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, “we must follow his teachings in letter and spirit” in the volatile times we live in, rather than only reading about the life of the Holy Prophet (Peace Be Upon Him). He stated in his speech on Rabiul Awwal 12, 1446, that the best way to overcome the problems of the modern day was to adhere fully to the vision and teachings of the Holy Prophet (PBUH).The Prime Minister greeted the people of Pakistan in particular and the entire Muslim Ummah on the occasion of Eid Milad-un-Nabi (SAW), the celebration…
