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Homebridge by Beaconhouse partners with Cambridge International for Pakistan’s First Hybrid A Level School

                    Beaconhouse, Pakistan’s largest network of private educational institutions, under its hybrid A Level school, Homebridge, has signed an exclusive partnership agreement with Cambridge International to offer AS and A Level qualifications through the Homebridge online school programme for students. Homebridge by Beaconhouse is Pakistan’s first hybrid Cambridge International A Level school, offering students an opportunity to study their Cambridge programme with online lectures, teachers and all the facilities required for an uninterrupted learning journey. Through the hybrid model, students have access to Beaconhouse campuses for extracurricular activities, libraries, and labs. The signing ceremony was held at Cambridge International’s head office, in Cambridge, UK. Speaking at the ceremony, Nassir Kasuri, Executive Director, Beaconhouse Group commented on the partnership saying, “As the world goes through a digital transformation, it is an opportune time for both orga

CEO CBD PUNJAB & RUDA BRIEFS US AMBASSADOR ABOUT PROJECTS

                   A delegation of the U.S Consulate General led by the U.S Ambassador in Pakistan, Mr. Donald Blome, met with Mr. Imran Amin, Chief Executive Officer of Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (PCBDDA) and Ravi Urban Development Authority (RUDA), to discuss the bilateral business ties between governments and business communities of both countries.   The delegation was briefed about ongoing projects and the futuristic approach of Pakistan’s first business district, Central Business District Punjab (CBD Punjab) and World’s Largest Riverfront Project RUDA. The delegation was also given a detailed presentation about the investment potential opportunities, environmental and economic significance of RUDA and CBD Punjab in the development of the province.  Mr. Imran Amin, CEO of PCBDDA & RUDA while expressing his views said “the interest of foreign governments and the international business community is a corroboration that CBD Punjab has made a positive im

ACCA organized a Corporate Conference in Peshawar on "Rethinking a better world - Sustainable Growth for Pakistan."

                   ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) hosted a large-scale corporate conference in Peshawar, themed 'Rethinking a better world - Sustainable Growth for Pakistan,' featuring representation from the country's top businesses, thought leadership and policymakers.   The conference provided a platform for the region's key stakeholders and brightest minds to engage in interdisciplinary, forward-thinking conversations to propose an agenda to revitalise the private sector and kick start an era of sustainable, inclusive economic growth.    The conference was attended by many prominent names in the corporate sector, as well as leading policymakers and provincial cabinet members.    At the conference, ACCA shared insights, practical guidance, strategies, and solutions to enable businesses and policymakers to embrace new technologies and create a conducive environment for innovation and entrepreneurship. Featuring contributions from forward-thi

Free Fire Community Donates 25,000 KG Rice to Flood Victims in Pakistan.

                    The gaming community of Free Fire, one of the most popular mobile games in Pakistan, has pledged to donate 25000 Kg of rice as humanitarian assistance to support the people affected by the unprecedented floods in Pakistan. According to preliminary estimates, 65% of Pakistan's main food crops including 70% of its rice have been swept away during the floods. The rice is expected to provide immediate relief to around 200,000 people in the most affected communities.                                                                 A call for support was issued to the whole community through an online event, held inside the game, where each Free Fire player could donate the virtual tokens that they earned by simply playing the  [1]   [2]   game. Each token collected was equivalent to 100g of rice. This event produced an overwhelming response and ended up creating a social media movement where users circulated the hashtag #KheloApnoKayLiay and over 250,000 tokens were g

We got our hands on the new HUAWEI nova Y70 and this is why we think it is a beast of an entry-level smartphone

               Huawei’s latest entry-level phone with the longest battery life is quite impressive Huawei nova Y series is reputed for bringing some solid features that are mostly seen on flagship or mid-range smartphones to the entry-level segment. These smartphones are designed to provide users with access to a powerful smartphone experience at a friendlier price point. The newest addition to the series, the HUAWEI nova Y70 –  Huawei’s latest entry-level phone with the longest battery life;  continues in the same tradition and brings to the table a  6000mAh battery with 22.5W HUAWEI SuperCharge, a large and gorgeous  6.75” HUAWEI FullView Display, a solid  48MP AI Triple Camera setup and ample storage with  128GB Storage. From the strong battery life to the high screen ratio, the device boasts a mix of exciting and innovative features that heed to user needs, giving them a practical, high-quality device with room for endless entertainment. We got our hands on this new smartphone and

With the Power of All Day Clarity realme 9 4G Delivers Superior Photographic Results

                   Housing a powerful 108MP camera module and HM6 sensor the realme 9 4G is well equipped for a photographer’s needs   Technology is evolving at a rapid pace, improving upon itself in a continuous manner. With the advent of new technologies, the limits of the human imagination have been stretched allowing us to perform more complex tasks with ease and expanding the possibilities for creative expression. One such invention that has become a focus for smartphone companies in recent years in terms of development is the camera. Smartphones are always at the palm of your hand, allowing you to capture images in more spontaneous situations, and have replaced traditional cameras as the tool of choice for the average photography enthusiast.   realme understands the importance of a good camera module in the eyes of consumers as a factor affecting the smartphone that they choose to buy which is why the tech democratizer always puts in effort to deliver superior camera modules at a

DG NLC Reviews Progress Of Infrastructural Work At CBD Punjab.

                Director General National Logistic Cell (NLC), Major General Yousaf Jamal visited Central Business District (CBD) Punjab to review infrastructural work in progress. Chief Operating Officer of Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (PCBDDA), Brigadier (R) Mansoor Janjua, Mr. Riaz Hussain, Executive Director Technical, (PCBDDA) and the support staff of CBD Punjab were also present at the site visit. DG NLC was given a detailed briefing about the progress of the ongoing construction work by Mr. Riaz Hussain, Executive Director Technical, PCBDDA. During the briefing, he talked about the completion of the excavation, column work, steel fixtures and concrete pouring for the raft of the under-construction parking plaza along with the overall infrastructure work in progress.  Talking on the occasion Brigadier (R) Mansoor Janjua, Chief Operating Officer of PCBDDA said” the pace of the construction of parking plaza and infrastructure work of phase 1 is very encour

Experience Active Noise Cancellation at its Best: Infinix XE27 Bluetooth ear pods are now available!

                      Infinix, Pakistan’s highest selling smartphone brand has revamped the Bluetooth earbuds scenario today by introducing   its latest Infinix XE27 Bluetooth ear pods. This newest edition to Infinix’s audio family provides  Superior Active Noise Cancellation  and an immersive sound experience, unlike anything on the market.  Infinix XE27 are now live on Infinix Official Ecommerce website:  Xpark  and also on Samaan.pk for Rs 4,299!   Boasting a superior audio technology that incorporates Active Noise Cancellation, Call Noise Cancellation, Passive Noise Cancellation, and Voice Through, the XE27 will revolutionize music experience altogether. Coupled with a powerful Environment Noise Cancellation Algorithm, any wind noise is instantly filtered out offering clear and loud voice quality every second. Say goodbye to noisy, disrupted, and delayed phone calls! Infinix XE27 also comes with a dual-array beam-forming microphone which does an outstanding job at differentiating t

YouTube Partner Program paves new methods for content creators to earn revenue on the platform

                Today YouTube announced the expansion of its monetisation system with   YouTube Partner Program  (YPP). YouTube shared that it is expanding the platform’s monetization system to allow more creators to join the program by new ways for creators to earn revenue through Shorts, and re-imagining the music industry and creator dynamic by opening up ads monetization for those who feature music in their videos. With this new chapter, YouTube  now offers  ways  for over 2M partners to make money. The expansion of the partner program will enable more opportunities for creators and artists on the platform in all types of different creative formats.  Starting from early 2023, Shorts-focused creators can apply to YPP by meeting a threshold of 1K subscribers and 10M Shorts views over 90 days. These new partners will be able to enjoy all the benefits YPP offers, including ads monetization across Shorts and long-form YouTube videos. The long-from content creators can still apply to YPP

Infinix pledges restoration of flood affected areas via Infinix Flood-Relief Drive!

                     Floods across country has caused 1400 deaths till now and to cater the damage being caused; Infinix is providing urgent support for the restoration of flood affected areas. Contributing towards the sustainability of the nation,  Infinix Flood-Relief Drive  has donated Rs. 5 million for responding to this catastrophe on crucial basis. Through this initiative, Infinix will also be taking further steps in future to ensure immediate and appropriate help for the flood victims.   Infinix Flood Relief Drive is currently providing food, shelter, hygienic products, mosquito repellents and medical aid to flood victims in order to overcome this natural calamity and its resulting challenges. It also aims to reach out to the flood-rehabilitation centers soon, in order to understand the ongoing needs better.   The CEO of Infinix Mr.Joe Hu expressed his views saying: “Infinix is fully committed to contribute for rehabilitating millions of flood-victims, in the aftermath of the de

Beaconhouse Group Donates Rs 15 million for Flood Relief through the Mahmud Ali Kasuri Welfare Trust

               Beaconhouse, Pakistan’s largest network of private educational institutions has made a Rs 15 million donation through its charitable wing, Mahmud Ali Kasuri (MAK) Welfare Trust, to assist flood affected families by aiding relief and reconstruction work in the worst-hit areas of Pakistan . Beaconhouse has collaborated with Akhuwat Foundation to help flood affectees by distributing 2,000 ration bags worth Rs 10 million in DG Khan, Punjab; Nowshera, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa; Khairpur and Thatta, Sindh; and Pasheen, Balochistan. These ration bags contain a variety of food items for approximately one month of sustenance for a family of six to seven individuals. Additionally, a contribution of Rs 5 million is being made through MAK Welfare Trust for the long-term rehabilitation of the affected areas. Additionally, through the Premier Diverse Learning Concepts (PDLC) project that works for school improvement, Beaconhouse Group also provided shelter to 400 families at a government ado

HUAWEI MateBook X Pro depicted and reviewed: It is hand down the Ultimate Elegant High-Performance Flagship Laptop

                Boasting an impressive 3.1K Real Colour HUAWEI FullView Display, Ultra-slim magnesium alloy body, 12th Gen Intel i7 processor and more When the topic of flagship laptops is brought up, some of the things that might cross your mind are probable jaw-dropping design, outstanding performance, visionary capabilities, right? Essentially, a flagship laptop should stand out in every aspect with high-end specifications and features that enhance the overall user experience. This is what Huawei did with its newly released HUAWEI MateBook X Pro: It comes with a new, unique and minimalist design highlighted by a 3.1K Real Colour FullView Display and an ultra-slim magnesium alloy body. Its robust performance has been boosted thanks to the Evo TM  certified 12 th  Gen Intel® Core™ processor in addition to the futuristic Super Device features which re-define the smart flagship laptop experience, allowing the HUAWEI MateBook X Pro to set itself as the new benchmark in that segment.   HU

5G Group of Companies organizes interactive session to highlight its contribution towards prosperous Pakistan

                    To further its commitment towards safe and healthier lifestyle in the country, 5G Group of Companies organized an interactive session with the people associated with the real estate sector of the country. The session was organized at a local hotel in Lahore and was attended by prominent figures from different walks of life, investors and businessmen.   The basic aim of the gathering was to raise awareness among the people about how safe and healthier lifestyle can bring the change in the society. While speaking on the occasion, Mujeeb Ahmed Khan, Director Sales and Marketing, Lahore Smart City & Capital Smart City said that Pakistan's real estate sector is making significant contributions to the country's economic development. He said that Smart City has become the bright future of Pakistan. He maintained that Smart City has always been a mark of pride when it comes to quality living and providing the best value of money. Members' convenience and sat

Alibaba.com organizes Karachi Seller Summit

                In a bid to promote e-commerce export in Pakistan, Alibaba.com hosts the first seller summit in the city of lights Karachi Alibaba.com a global platform for B2B e-commerce successfully concluded its first  event in Karachi. The event emphasized on the multiple opportunities for exporters, manufacturers, wholesalers, traders and retailers in Karachi to reach the digital B2B buyer base.  With over 600+ registrations for the event more than 200 attendees visited the venue (Marriott Hotel, Karachi) to witness the session and  100+  people joined online. The main agenda of this summit  was to make local manufacturers & businesses aware of the export ecommerce space and educate them regarding the capability of online export business through Alibaba.com. Karachi seller summit event themed “Go Export with Alibaba.com” was attended by Mr. Song, Country Head of Alibaba.com Pakistan, Miss Amy Li, Apparel Category expert at Alibaba.com, Mr. Haider Zamin, Dy. Director at TDAP, M

realme Donates Tents and Essential Supplies to Flood Victims in Pakistan

                realme has stepped up to provide its assistance to people displaced by the catastrophic flooding in Pakistan Pakistan has recently been faced with a natural disaster of catastrophic proportions in the form of floods across the country. Although flooding during the monsoon season is not uncommon in the country, unusually heavy rain showers have exacerbated the situation leading to the worst flooding seen in Pakistan in recent times. This has put Pakistan in a state of humanitarian crisis. The flooding in the region has resulted in mass destruction with more than 30 million people affected by the rising water levels across the country and entire villages submerged under water. The damage has been widespread, leading to loss of lives, property, and livelihoods for those affected.   realme believes that it is more important to stand together in the bad times than in the good. The tech democratizer has received a great deal of love from the Pakistani market since entering th

Free Fire World Series (FFWS) 2022 will return in November

                The top Free Fire teams will gather in Bangkok, Thailand, from 25 to 26 November Garena's iconic Free Fire World Series (FFWS) 2022 will return this November, with the Play-ins taking place on 25 November, and the Finals on 26 November. The second FFWS 2022 tournament will be held in Bangkok, Thailand, home of its last two champions, Attack All Around (FFWS 2022 Sentosa champion) and  EVOS Phoenix (FFWS 2021 SG champion), previously known as Phoenix Force. The FFWS 2022 Bangkok will be the fourth edition of the most awaited global tournament, which brings together the best teams. Qualifiers for the FFWS will be held in several regions in the coming months, with the top teams earning the chance to compete for the coveted title.   In May, Attack All Around faced  EVOS Phoenix  in the FFWS 2022 Sentosa arena as they competed for the champion title. Attack All Around ultimately won the title and was crowned the champion.  EVOS Phoenix  has previously won Thailand's

In Support of Flood Victims, realme screened the Finale of Asia Cup 2022 at UCP Lahore

                  The men in green were cheered on by UCP students at the event organized by realme in partnership with Khiladee – where proceeds were donated fully for the rehabilitation of flood victims in Pakistan.   realme has always maintained its position of being a youth-centric brand. For this reason, the smartphone brand strives to bring engaging events to the Pakistani landscape that cater to youthful interests such as music, technology, and sports. In the month of August, realme brought a unique sporting event for the youth with the realme Mega Azadi Ride and with that promised to bring more sporting events for its fans in the future. realme, being in tune with what the youth wants, partnered with Khiladee to bring an exclusive screening of the Asia Cup 2022 finale match to students of University of Central Punjab (UCP). The proceeds from the entire event were donated for the rehabilitation of flood victims in Pakistan.   Having a history of working with realme previously, t