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                                              realme, the world’s fastest-growing smartphone brand confirms the official launch date of its realme 11 Pro Series 5G. Coming in two variants - realme 11 Pro+ 5G and realme 11 Pro 5G, the stellar new lineup will be released on May 10th.  realme 11 Pro Series is collaboration between realme Design Studio and Matteo Menotto - former Gucci Prints designer, realme 11 Pro Series 5G comes with a striking-new master design, featuring an elegant lychee leather back and a lace-like strip circles its camera module and goes straight down to the bottom. According to Matteo, the design inspiration comes from Milan, a fashion-forward city and also where Matteo grew-up. He took inspiration from the beautiful monuments in the city, where the rising run drapes classic architectures and creates a pale golden hue, just like the new phone’s colour variant - Sunrise Beige. Aside from Sunrise Beige, realme 11 Pro Series 5G also offers Oasis Green and Astral Blac

                                                   Economic confidence is rising across the globe as clear signs of business improvement emerge. While the Q1 2023 Global Economic Conditions Survey (GECS) shows confidence lower than a year ago, it rose for the third consecutive quarter as fears fade over the prospects of a recession in 2023.   This better news is underlined by the two GECS “Fear’’ indices which reflects respondents concerns that customers and/or suppliers may go out of business. Both these series improved on Q4 2022. Indeed, worries about suppliers have fallen to the lowest level since 2020. And although new orders have flatlined this quarter, the survey showed improvements in both employment and capital expenditure (capex).   Although with Central Banks still raising interest rates and the delayed effect of monetary policy tightening on the real economy, as well as recent challenges in the banking sector, it may be premature to sound the “all clear.”    Jamie Lyon, hea

                                                                  OPPO's latest operating system, ColorOS 13, was honored today with six prestigious awards at the 2023 iF Design Awards.  Competing against  11,000 entries from 56 countries, ColorOS 13 received  five awards in the User Experience (UX) category for its  Aquamorphic Design, Multi-Screen Connect, Smart Sidebar Suggestions, Game Assistant, Smart Wallet , and one award in the App category for  Clone Phone . The six awards add to the growing recognition for ColorOS 13 and  OPPO's ongoing commitment to creating products with a sleek and intuitive user experience. The iF Design Awards are amongst the most prestigious design awards in the world. In addition to winning the six awards for ColorOS 13, OPPO also received an award for the OPPO Find N2 Flip smartphone in acknowledgement of OPPO’s achievements in designing new and exciting form factors.   Aquamorphic Design -  iF Design Awards 2023 W inne r Aquamorphic Design, t

                 Following the launch of the Gaming Growth Lab in Pakistan last year, Google announced today that it has opened the first-ever App Growth Lab in Pakistan. The latter is a four-month program designed to identify high-potential app developers, studios and companies that are looking to accelerate and grow their businesses. The launch represents Google's commitment to help grow Pakistan’s app industry locally and globally. With intensive education and support phases, the program will allow app developers to  learn from Google experts in areas such as, Ads, AdMob, Firebase, gTech, and Play as well as Industry leaders. Farhan S. Qureshi, Google's Regional Director for Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, said, "Today, we are proud to announce the launch of App Growth Lab to support up-and-coming local developers and help them expand their offerings to an international audience.  The project demonstrates Google's dedication to support the sustainable growth of

                                                   Caretaker Chief Minister Punjab Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi visited the Kalma Chowk Remodeling and CBD Punjab Boulevard project in Lahore today to review the development progress. This visit was in continuation of the recent visit by the Prime Minister of Pakistan Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif to the same site. During the visit, CEO CBD Punjab, Mr. Imran Amin, briefed the Caretaker Chief Minister Punjab, on the progress of the project. He informed the CM that the project is nearing completion. The project is expected to bring a significant change to the area, with improved traffic flow and aesthetic appeal. Caretaker Chief Minister Punjab instructed to complete the project and open the Ali Zaib Road barrel for traffic by May 5, 2023, at any cost.  Caretaker Minister for Housing & Urban Development  Barrister Syed Azfar Ali Nasir, Chief Secretary Punjab, Zahid Akhtar Zaman, Secretary Housing and Urban Development Punjab, Captain. (R) Muha

                Infinix; Pakistan’s highest selling smartphone brand introduces biggest #EidLoot nationwide to kickstart Eid celebrations in advance. Filled with eye-glaring discounts, on the spot giveaways, lucky draw and a series of fun filled activities, Infinix #EidLoot will kick off in 12 markets across the nation starting till Eid.   Fans can visit any of the nearest market, buy Infinix smartphones and participate in lucky drawer in order to win exciting gifts around Eid. Each market will also become a play arena to win instant gifts worth Rs 3000 by participating in fun dart games. Not only this, but each market will also have a series of fun filled activities to win instant gifts. Participants should also stay updated onto Infinix Facebook page as the winner of Lucky Draw will be announced through a live session on April 21st.   On the occasion of #EidLoot, CEO of Infinix Mr. Joe Hu expressed his views saying, “The occasion of Eid holds primary importance while it's necessa

                                                           Caretaker Provincial Minister for Housing Urban Development and Public Health Engineering Punjab, Barrister Syed Azfar Ali Nasir visited the Central Business District Punjab (CBD Punjab), in Lahore to witness the ongoing sustainable development projects. Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (PCBDDA) also known as Central Business District Punjab (CBD Punjab), is tasked to establish Pakistan's first business district and register the country on the global economic map. CEO CBD Punjab, Imran Amin, COO CBD Punjab, Brigadier  (R) Mansoor Janjua, Chairman CBD Punjab, Mr. Fazeel Asif Jah, Executive Director Commercial, Mohammed Omer, Executive Director Legal CBD Punjab, Barrister Bilal Afzal Khokhar, Director Marketing CBD Punjab, Wasim Siddiq and other officials of CBD Punjab were present during the briefing session  During the visit, the minister was briefed by the Executive Director  Commercial CBD Punjab, Mo

                                                          The recent launch of realme C33 (4+128) back in March drew much public aplomb. So, the brand has decided to drop another surprise this Eid - a new variant of realme C33 (4+64) bringing it to more and more people for just PKR 48,999/-. This makes it an  absolute steal for anyone looking to upgrade without breaking the bank.   The realme C33 offers a full-screen experience with a 6.5-inch HD+ display featuring a water-drop notch and a resolution of 1600 x 720 pixels. The smartphone also comes in an 8.3mm ultra-slim body. Its sleek and slender design not only exudes sophistication but also offers a comfortable grip that will make you never want to put it down. The back of the phone features a textured finish which adds to its aesthetic appeal. In addition to its sleek design, the realme C33 comes in three colour variants for users to choose from – Sandy Gold, Aqua Blue and Night Sea.   realme C33 provides best-in-class camera capab

                  Prime Minister of Pakistan, Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, visited the Kalma Chowk Remodeling CBD Punjab Boulevard project site in Lahore. The project, which is being carried out by Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (PCBDDA), also known as Central Business District Punjab (CBD Punjab), aims to remodel the Kalma Chowk area, including the underpass, road networks, water supply and drainage lines. The Prime Minister was briefed about the project by CEO CBD Punjab, Imran Amin and other senior officials. The project, which started on December 4, 2022, was originally scheduled to be completed on June 2, 2023, with a contract price of Rs 4.2 Billion  However, the project will be completed one week ahead of schedule, with no revision of PC1 and well within the allocated budgets and estimates. The contractor for the project is NLC Engineers, and the consultant was NESPAK. The Kalma Underpass, which has a total length of 925m, has been remodeled, along with

                Lahore Chamber of Commerce & Industry (LCCI) and ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a shared goal of advancing financial literacy among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The MoU was signed by President LCCI, Kashif Anwar and ACCA’s Head of Pakistan, Assad Hameed Khan. ACCA President, Joseph Owolabi, and senior management of both the organisations were also present at the signing ceremony. The agreement sets out to raise awareness, build capacity, and enable knowledge exchange among SME professionals and entrepreneurs. Both organisations will support initiatives to enhance financial literacy and help build a robust tax culture. At the signing ceremony, LCCI President, Kashif Anwar, said: ‘I would like to congratulate not only LCCI and ACCA, but also all stakeholders, the business community, and member organisations on the signing of this agreement. It will strengthen the existing collabor

                                                  Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (PCBDDA), also known as Central Business District Punjab (CBD Punjab), has been prioritizing the development of the CBD Punjab Boulevard and Underpass project. With the directives of Caretaker Chief Minister Punjab Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi, the project is being fast-tracked to provide maximum relief to the general public in their daily commute. Mr. Imran Amin, CEO of CBD Punjab, visited the CBD Punjab Boulevard and Underpass site to review the progress of the project. During his visit, he lauded the efforts of the CBD Punjab team and contractor National Logistic Cell (NLC), for making the main underpass and adjoining roads functional for traffic. The construction of Ali Zaib Road barrel raft concrete pouring is currently in progress and will be completed soon. The Ali Zaib Road barrel will be a gift for the general public. To combat environmental hazards, CBD Punjab is also planting 1

                                                       Haleeb Foods, a leading dairy and beverages company in Pakistan, has partnered with JDC Welfare Organization to organize an Iftaar dastarkhwan for the needy. The activity was a demonstration of Haleeb Foods' commitment to supporting the underprivileged and their dedication to making a positive impact in society. Haleeb Foods has always taken a keen interest in social welfare initiatives to ensure that marginalized communities have access to basic necessities such as nutritious food, clean drinking water, healthcare and education. HFL’s partnership included in-kind donation for Iftaar dastarkhwan and financial donation for JDC’s healthcare projects. This is yet another example of their unwavering commitment to giving back to society. Speaking about the event, the CEO of Haleeb Foods, Mr. Syed Mazher Iqbal said, "We are grateful for the opportunity to support the community by partnering with JDC and lending a hand in their w

                                                OPPO's latest flagship smartphone, the OPPO Find X6 Pro, has achieved a score of 153 on DXOMARK's global smartphone camera ranking, making it the best-rated smartphone camera to date. DXOMARK is a world-leading quality evaluation laboratory, providing the most impartial assessments and comprehensive benchmarks to everyday consumer electronic products and is widely accepted by its rating standards in terms of mobile camera image quality. Based on DXOMARK’s evaluation, the OPPO Find X6 Pro demonstrated balanced and outstanding performance in image detail and low noise in photo, video, zoom, and bokeh subcategories.   The high scores validate the performance of the powerful three main camera system on Find X6 Pro, which includes an advanced Wide Camera with large 1-inch sensor, as well as groundbreaking Periscope Telephoto and high-quality Ultra Wide Cameras, both of which feature the largest sensors ever seen on a smartphone, and ne

                                                   Employers worldwide, particularly those in countries facing a talent crunch, are keen to tap into the pool of finance and accountancy professionals in Pakistan, with outsourcing and remote work opportunities becoming increasingly popular.   Employers worldwide trust professionals with the ACCA designation, indicating the person has the right combination of skills, experience, and ethics to lead the organization into the future. Almost half of ACCA members from Pakistan are currently working overseas, with the UK, Australia, the U.S., Canada and the UAE being the most sought-after destinations.   The accountancy field is known to provide career security in turbulent times, and given the changing world, accountancy is seen as a smart career choice for its flexibility, global mobility and growth prospects. The stability, rewards, and opportunities the profession offers remain highly appealing, with long-term career prospects seen as the n

                                                     Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (PCBDDA) has made CBD Punjab Boulevard and Underpass and its adjoining roads functional for traffic in a record time of four months. The project was initiated in November 2022 by PCBDDA also known as Central Business District Punjab (CBD Punjab).  The CBD Punjab Boulevard and Underpass connect the Barket Market to Liberty and vice versa, with three lanes on both sides of the underpass now open to traffic. In addition, the carriage lane and service lane on Ali Zaib Road are also operational for traffic coming from Firdous Market towards Liberty and Barket Market. The barrel of Ali Zaib Road is also 90% completed and will be finished soon. CEO of CBD Punjab, Mr. Imran Amin, said, "We are pleased to announce that the CBD Punjab Boulevard and Underpass have been made functional in just 4 months, which is ahead of our original timeline of 7 months. We wanted to provide maximum re

                   TCL, a Global top 2 TV brand, has announced a new partnership with Arsenal Football Club. The collaboration will give Arsenal supporters in the UK, Middle East and Africa more opportunities to engage with the club, while also increasing TCL’s expanding footprint in sport by becoming the club’s Official Regional Consumer Electronics Partner in those markets.  With a mission to  Inspire Greatness , TCL understands the impact sport has on people around the world and the new partnership aims to engage supporters around their common passion for football.  TCL will provide Arsenal supporters with exclusive club content and exciting deals on a product range including TVs, white goods and home appliances. Supporters will have the opportunity to participate in competitions and games with the lucky winners receiving official Arsenal gifts and merchandise. TCL will also invite its customers to watch live matches at Emirates Stadium as well as meet and greets with current player