Islamabad, Oct 1: DHA Quetta to Host Exclusive Exhibition for Architects and Builders. The Institute of Architects, Pakistan – Quetta Chapter (IAPQC) Expo Quetta 2024 is scheduled to take place from October 11–13, 2024, at the Sultanat Marquee & Event Complex, hosted by the Defence Housing Authority (DHA) Quetta. According to the specifics, the newest developments in building materials and construction technology will be on display at this premier event, supported by DHA Quetta and Sheikhoo Steel. DHA Quetta to Host Exclusive Exhibition the event is specifically intended for architects, builders, engineers, and innovators in the sector. It will showcase…
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Islamabad, Oct 1: DHAI-R Postpones Property Expo 2024 Amid Scheduling Adjustments. The much awaited Property Expo 2024, initially slated for September 29 and 30, has been rescheduled by the Defence Housing Authority Islamabad-Rawalpindi (DHAI-R). DHAI-R, Property Expo 2024 details indicate that the event was postponed because of a travel advisory issued by the local officials, which brought up issues with accessibility in Rawalpindi and Islamabad on certain dates. The authority promised that alternative dates for the Property Expo will be announced soon in the Facebook post, and it expressed its heartfelt apology to its esteemed patrons for any difficulty caused.…
Islamabad, Oct 1: Gold Rate in Pakistan Dropped for the Second Time This Week. The price of gold declined somewhat in Pakistan for the second day in a row this week. The All-Sindh Sarafa Jewellers Association released data showing that the price of 24 carat gold decreased by Rs. 600 per tola to Rs. 274,900, while the price of 10 kilos down by Rs. 515 to Rs. 235,682, and the price of 10 grams of 22-karat gold decreased to Rs. 216,042 from Rs. 216,514. Gold Rate in Pakistan dropped in value by Rs. 500 per tola yesterday. Due to the…
Islamabad, Oct 1: Inflation Rate Falls to Lowest Level in Nearly 4 Years. According to figures from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). Pakistan’s headline inflation rate dropped to 6.9 percent year over year in September 2024. Anotable decline from August’s 9.6 percent and the country’s second consecutive month in single digits. This is the Inflation Rate Falls to lowest that Arif Habib Limited has seen in 45 months, or since January 2021. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased by 2.0 percent in September 2023 and by 0.4 percent the month before, but on a month-to-month basis, it declined by…
Islamabad, Oct 1: Jazz Wins Top Honors at 3rd IFC-PBC “Employer of Choice” Gender Diversity Awards 2024. Jazz maintained its winning momentum on Thursday, taking home two highly sought-after prizes from the 3rd IFC-PBC “Employer of Choice” Gender Diversity Awards in Karachi. The top digital operator in Pakistan won both the “Pay Equity & Fair Wage Award” and the esteemed “Employer of Choice Gender Diversity Award 2024,” solidifying its position as a trailblazer in promoting gender equity and diversity in the corporate sector. Jazz’s status as a forerunner in promoting gender equity and diversity within Pakistan’s corporate sector is further…
Islamabad, Oct 1: Pakistan Boxing Federation Rejects PSB Ban. The Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) banned its officials due to a fighter who went missing overseas, but the Pakistan Boxing Federation (PBF) has overturned the decision. The PBF has further described the investigation report presented by the ministry of Inter-Provincial Coordination’s (IPC) special inquiry committee as wholly unfair and biased. President of the Pakistan Boxing Federation Muhammad Khalid Mehmood presided over a meeting of the Federation’s General Council and Executive Committee. They adopted the federation’s constitutional revisions and the audit report for the fiscal year 2023–2024 during the meeting. Furthermore, during…
Islamabad, Oct 1: In compliance with the Competition Commission of Pakistan’s (CCP) order for unsubstantiated claims in advertisements violating Section 10 of the Competition Act, Reckitt Benckiser (RB) Pakistan has deposited a PKR 15 million penalty into the national exchequer. This recovery demonstrates a positive commitment to regulatory compliance by business entities. The issue was initially brought to attention through a formal complaint filed by Unilever Pakistan, accusing Reckitt Benckiser of misleading advertising. RB’s campaign claimed that Dettol Soap could eliminate 99.9% of germs and offer 24-hour protection against germs, cold, and flu. The CCP, following a thorough inquiry, found…
Islamabad, Sep 30: A high-level strategic dialogue called “Strengthening Indigenous Communities: Empowerment through Climate Action, Inclusion, and Gender Parity” took place today at the Islamabad Serena Hotel. Co-hosted by Serena Hotels and the High Commission of Canada, the event brought together prominent speakers, including H.E. Leslie Scanlon, Canadian High Commissioner to Pakistan; Aziz Boolani, CEO of Serena Hotels and Chairman of the Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP); Sardar Ramesh Singh Arora, Minister for Minorities Affairs, Government of Punjab; and key leaders from civil society organizations working to support socio-economic inclusion and empowerment of local communities and marginalised groups in…
Islamabad, Sep 30: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif’s recent speech at the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 79) attracted a total of 137 million views to the UN official YouTube channel, making it the most watched live speech by a world leader worldwide. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s speech was one of the most watched events on the international scene, with more people watching it than those who watched speeches by other world leaders, according to data shared by the Center for Public Opinion Research, the PM Office Media Wing said in a press release on Monday.…
Islamabad, Sep 30: The United States partnered with the Teachers’ Resource Center (TRC) to launch Pakistan’s first climate change curriculum for schools. This program will educate students from grades 1-10 on the science behind climate change and provide them with tools to protect the environment for future generations. The curriculum, created by TRC under the Climate Change Awareness and Action for Nature, Diversity, Livelihoods, and Ecosystems (CANDLE) initiative, includes an interactive toolkit for teachers. It also features easy-to-use lesson plans covering essential topics such as climate science, the impact of climate change, and practical solutions for adapting to a rapidly…
