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Caretaker Chief Minister Punjab, Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi, visited Central Business District Punjab (CBD Punjab), project site to assess the progress of the development work for CBD Punjab phases 2,3 and Main Boulevard linkage to Bab E Pakistan, Walton Road, Lahore. During the visit, Caretaker Chief Minister Punjab was provided a comprehensive briefing by the CEO of CBD Punjab, Imran Amin, highlighting the significant advancements made in the project. Executive Director Technical CBD Punjab, Riaz Hussain, Project Director CBD Punjab, Asif Iqbal and senior officials of CBD Punjab were present during the briefing.

CBD Punjab has embarked on the development of phases 2 and 3, along with the establishment of a linkage between the Main Boulevard Lahore and Bab E Pakistan, Walton Road. Notably, CBD Punjab will construct flyovers at Ghora Chowk, Lahore, Walton Railway Crossing, and Bab-e-Pakistan, addressing key traffic congestion points.Construction of a roundabout at Kalma Chowk has also been advised by CBD Punjab.

Expressing his vision for timely project completion, Caretaker Chief Minister Punjab emphasized the importance of providing maximum relief to the people. He directed the authorities to ensure that the newly constructed roads are wide enough to accommodate the increasing traffic load, a crucial consideration for enhancing transportation efficiency.

CEO CBD Punjab, Mr. Imran Amin, expressed his commitment to delivering a state-of-the-art project. He reiterated CBD Punjab’s commitment to delivering high-quality infrastructure projects that will greatly benefit the people of Punjab.

The visit was attended by esteemed government officials, including the Chief Secretary Punjab, Secretary Planning, Commissioner Lahore/DG LDA, CCPO Lahore, CTO Lahore, Deputy Commissioner Lahore, and Chief Engineer LDA.

Amir Paracha elected President of OICCI – the largest business Chamber in Pakistan based on economic contribution.

Karachi, February 28, 2023: Mr Amir Paracha, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, Unilever Pakistan Limited has taken over as the President of the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) for the 2023 term.

This was announced at the 163rd Annual General Meeting of the OICCI held at the Chamber on Tuesday, February 28, 2023. Mr. Rehan Muhammad Shaikh, Chief Executive Officer, Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited, was elected as the Vice President.

The other elected members of the OICCI Managing Committee for 2023 are as follows:

 

1. SYED ANIS AHMED

ABBOTT LABORATORIES (PAKISTAN) LIMITED

 

2. MR. AHMED ZAHID ZAHEER

CHEVRON PAKISTAN LUBRICANTS (PVT) LIMITED

 

3. MR. UMAR AHSAN KHAN

DAWLANCE (PRIVATE) LIMITED

 

4. MR. KAMRAN ATAULLAH KHAN

DUPONT PAKISTAN OPERATIONS (PVT) LIMITED

 

5. MS. ERUM SHAKIR RAHIM

GALXOSUMITHKLINE PAKISTAN LIMITED

 

6. MR. NAJEEB AHMAD

HITACHI ENERGY PAKISTAN (PVT) LIMITED

 

7. MR. ALI ASGHAR JAMALI

INDUS MOTOR COMPANY LIMITED

 

8. MR. WAQAR IRSHAD SIDDIQUI

  SHELL PAKISTAN LIMITED

In his message to the members, incoming President OICCI, Mr. Amir Paracha, said  ‘’Pakistan’s multi-fold challenges are evident to all of us and now is the time for leaders across all sectors to unite as a force for good and lead Pakistan back on a path of growth. Foreign investment is the primary gateway with which developing economies like Pakistan can access innovative technology and increased market access resulting in improvement of human capital. These factors are critical in enabling Pakistan to achieve a higher growth trajectory, supported by predictable, consistent, and transparent policy frameworks. There are many examples in the region of economies with similar challenges managing to achieve notable economic growth primarily through promotion of FDI. For strong sustainable socio-economic growth, bringing in technology advancements is imperative.’’

Mr. Amir Paracha began his career at the Royal Dutch Shell Oil company in July 1996. He joined Unilever Pakistan in 2000, leading multiple categories in Pakistan and in the GCC cluster. He has also led the Home and Personal Care Division as well as Customer Development before becoming Chairman & CEO in 2020. Amir earned his Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) from the Institute of Business Administration, Karachi and is serving on the Boards of Endeavor Pakistan, Karachi Vocational Training Centre, and Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FPCCI).

Lahore, 06 February, 2023: Infinix, Pakistan’s leading selling smartphone brand introduces yet another series of light weight laptop i.e. X2 InBook series starting from Rs. 135,999. Weighing only 1.28 kgs, the two variants Inbook X2 i5 and Inbook X2 i7 along with Infinix ZERO book carries a full metal body finished to perfection. Available on the outlets nationwide, Infinix X2 Inbook series is easy to carry around and also available in most on-trend color options including grey, blue and silver.

Infinix INBOOK X2 series weighs only 1.28 kg, which makes it one of the lightest and sleek laptops available in the market. It is yet easy to carry around due to its light weight & portable size, and the full metal finish also serves as a style statement. In terms of display, Infinix INBOOK X2 series offer a 14-inch full HD display with 100% RGB and 300 nits of brightness which ensure that users get an immersive viewing experience altogether. Infinix INBOOK X2 series has two variants operating onto most powerful processors i.e. INBOOK X2 with Intel Core i5 and InBook X2 with Intel Core i7 whereas Infinix ZERO Book is available with Intel Core i7 processor.

And for users who need a long-lasting battery, Infinix X2 InBook houses a 50 Wh battery that will last for an entire day with a single charge only. Likewise, ultra-fast 45W type-C charger powers up the system up to 60 per cent in one hour which serves as a hassle-free charging solution. Operating on Windows 11, INBOOK X2 i5 is available at Rs 135,999 and INBOOK X2 i7 at Rs 169,999 only.

On the other hand, Infinix ZERO Book comes with a 15.6-inch HD display and 400 nits of brightness output giving a larger than life viewership altogether. Priced at Rs 220,999 and equipped with a 100W fast charger, Infinix ZERO Book charges in no time to keep the users on the go!

Both the Infinix ZERO Book and Infinix X2 InBook series is now available across outlets nationwide at Rs 135,999.

Lahore (Muhammad Yasir) Levi’s® just launched the next iteration of its “Buy Better, Wear Longer” campaign which builds on the brand’s long-term commitment to making fashion more sustainable and prolonging the lifespan of its products. Levi’s® is on a mission to help consumers love their jeans for decades, not seasons.

To support this effort, Levi’s® created a cinematic short film from the perspective of a pair of Levi’s that tells a multigenerational story: the film takes us through the life of Levi’s most iconic design, the 501. Transformed through the decades with each owner, adapting to the style of the times, the 501 is just as relevant, and wearable today as it was in the 1960s.

“The campaign speaks to Levi’s® legacy, durability, and appeal to a broad global audience. A pair of Levi’s® ages beautifully, engaging generation after generation, with a few tweaks and changes. Timeless and versatile, yet fashionable — no matter the decade. This message is more relevant today than ever before, when we’re all thinking how we can contribute to a more sustainable future” – Karen Riley-Grant, Global Chief Marketing Officer

The Buy Better, Wear Longer campaign is both a plea and a promise. It’s a plea for consumers to be more intentional about their purchasing decisions and to look for ways to rewear, repurpose, and hold on to their clothes as long as possible, before passing them down to future generations. And it’s a commitment from the brand to continue its work on numerous fronts to be responsible stewards of the natural resources we use, to innovate across its design and manufacturing platforms to become more sustainable, and to move towards more circular products and practices across the board.

Climate, consumption, and community are at the core of our approach to sustainability, and Levi’s® is pursuing a variety of initiatives to support this vision: Investment in materials such as Cottonized Hemp and Organic Cotton, which reduce water consumption and pioneering Water<Less® manufacturing in denim. Most of all, Levi’s® has open-sourced their learnings and tools to affect broader change. Today, Levi’s continues to work alongside partners and leaders like Fashion for Good and the Ellen MacArthur Foundation to help shift the industry to a more circular model and Levi’s® R&D lab, WellThread®, constantly searches for radical new ways to make clothes that can reduce its environmental footprint.

“Reconfiguring supply chains takes time but we have found partners that are as concerned about their footprint, and are as excited to experiment as us. These collaborations have allowed us to introduce more circularity in how we make our products.” – Paul Dillinger, Vice President, Head of Global Product Innovation

The Buy Better, Wear Longer short film is available to view (HERE), and has launched worldwide across digital and social platforms. To build on their message, Levi’s® will also highlight stories from their partners and changemakers Xiye Bastida, Melati Wijsen, and Emma Chamberlain, who have been an integral part of the campaign since its launch last year and represent the next generation of voices on sustainability. For more information on Levi’s sustainability efforts, please visit https://www.levi.com/US/en_US/features/sustainability. We have also released our new sustainability report and an expanded slate of sustainability goals.

Levi’s® Buy Better, Wear Longer Short Film HERE.

Levi’s® Buy Better, Wear Longer BTS Video HERE.

 

 

Karachi (Muhammad Yasir) BankIslami, Pakistan’s leading Islamic financial institution, served as the title sponsor for Bahria Society of Professional Communication (BSPC) Talks, a platform where captivating stories and ideas are exchanged that have the potential to transform the listeners’ lives. BSPC is a student-run society at Bahria University that focuses on the development of communication skills among its members by organizing various workshops and seminars.

The event, which took place on Wednesday, June 29, 2022 at the Al-Beruni Auditorium, Bahria University on Karsaz, focused on the theme ‘Voice of Youth’, bringing on board speakers with inspirational stories to spark confidence among the participants. The Talks were held in the presence of Chief Guest and Keynote Speaker Honorable President and CEO BankIslami, Syed Amir Ali.

Commenting on the occasion, Syed Amir Ali, President & CEO, BankIslami said, “I am honored to be invited as the Chief Guest and thrilled to connect with the future of our country, which is the promising youth sitting before me. Communication is the most crucial ingredient when it comes to developing meaningful connections and we must all learn and develop this skill. I congratulate BSPC for organizing such a platform where youngsters are encouraged to interact with industry professionals and take inspiration from them. BankIslami takes pride in being authentic and innovative in its partnerships and I hope the participants commit to excellence in their lives, which is one of our core values”.

Lahore (Muhammad Yasir) In celebration of the International Women’s Day 2022, Kinnaird Centre for Learning and Cultural Development, Kinnaird College for Women in partnership with Rouge London, Youth Revolution Clan and Punjab Population Innovation Fund (PPIF) Government of the Punjab organized An interactive panel discussion of inspiring women and young leaders/activists, parliamentarians, government institutions, academia, sector specialists, media and students. Dr. Rubina Sohail – Member Executive SOGP, Amna Akhsheed GM Grants PPIF , Dr. Anjum Rizvi – Director Program Management Division, FPAP, Dr. Yasmeen Qazi – Country Advisor Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Board Member PPIF, Ms. Laraib Abid – Founder Mashal, Mr. Shoaib Ahmed Shahzad – Program Technical Specialist RH-FP, UNFPA, Mr. Muhammad Shahzad – Executive Director CDA, Mr. Joshua Dilawar – Member National Youth Council and Umair Mushtaq from The Little Art Joined the discussion.

This was followed by Excellence Awards presented to leaders in Women Empowerment and health to recognize the achievements of women leaders who are inspiring today’s youth for a progressive and inclusive Pakistan. Awardees Include: Dr Sumaira Rehman Rector Superior University, Dr. Nadhra Shahbaz from LUMS, Ms. Abida Khaliq from ISLB, Nighat Jawad CEO YUMZ food, Ms. Momina Shoukat Chattha, Ms Bina Jawad, Ms. Saima Jasam, Ms. Aqsa, Ms. Alina Ajmal, Ms. Flower Zaheer, Ms. Robina Nusrat and Dr. Ghazal Yaqub Director ORIC Kinnaird College for Women. The objective of this event was to celebrate social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women.

The year 2022 is especially important as it marks the 27th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action; the most progressive roadmap for the empowerment of women and girls, everywhere, the 20th anniversary of UN Security Council resolution 1325 on women, peace and security; and the 12th anniversary of UN Women’s establishment. “Women Empowerment is key to strengthening the Nation and Education can contribute in building a positive Nation., Kinnaird has been empowering women since 1913 and will continue to educate and enlighten the young women of Pakistan to Achieve the UN Goal of Quality Education and Gender Equality.

“ Said Dr. Rukhsana David. “We need to depict constructive, valuable, and positive image of Pakistan all over the world by engaging the young generation with United Nations (UN) and other International Organizations and for this, Youth and Women need to be empowered through education for the progress and advancement of Sustainable Development Agenda.” Said Rizwan Anwar , UN Global Youth Advocate for SDG’s. Jawad Qureshi CEO of PPIF and Director KCLCD Maha Jamil also addressed the Participants.

Kinnaird Centre for Learning and Cultural Development at Kinnaird College for Women also Organized the fashion Show with the aim of creating awareness of the environmental impact of the fashion industry and encouraging people to be more conscious consumers. Kinnaird Fashion Show will engage and educate the local community about responsible ways to update their wardrobes and create unique timeless style with secondhand and sustainable fashion. Kinnaird Fashion Show took place in parallel to UN Women Day when the world leaders are discussing how to achieve the Sustainable Development Agenda by 2030. Event also showcased the Cultural performances from all the provinces of Pakistan.