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                                                  Zong 4G, Pakistan’s leading digital company, has partnered with Roshan Packages Limited, one of the country’s largest packaging manufacturers, to provide bespoke connectivity for its business. This partnership will enable Roshan Packages Limited to employ Zong 4G’s business solutions to optimize the efficacy and reliability of its daily operations across the board. As part of this partnership, Zong 4G will provide Roshan Packages Limited with customized connectivity solutions tailored to meet their specific business needs. By leveraging Zong's sophisticated services, Roshan Packages Ltd. aims to achieve increased operational efficiency and reliability in their day-to-day activities. The contract signing ceremony, held in Lahore, was attended by representatives from both Zong 4G and Roshan Packages Ltd. The ceremony showcased the shared commitment of both companies to drive innovation and transform business operations through cutting

                                                  Zong 4G, Pakistan's leading telecommunications company, has launched its Saudi Arabia Roaming Offer to facilitate pilgrims traveling to Saudi Arabia. This offer enables travelers to stay connected with their loved ones back home while they travel anywhere within Saudi Arabia. Zong 4G has introduced this offer with the intent that customers stay connected with their friends and family throughout their stay in Saudi Arabia whether for pilgrimage or for business. The offer includes affordable roaming rates for data, voice, and SMS services, making it easier for travelers to stay in touch. For only Rs. 1700 plus tax subscribers can get 30 minutes, 30 SMS, and 1 GB of data for seamless connectivity throughout their stay in  Saudi Arabia . Additionally, for Rs. 4200 plus tax Zong 4G gives 60 minutes, 60 SMS and 3 GB and for Rs. 6600 plus tax, 90 minutes, 90 SMS and 5 GB internet.   Saudi Arabia Voice + Data Roaming Offer 30 Mins, 30 SMS a

                                                       Global smart technology company OPPO has announced Ricardo Izecson Dos Santos Leite, better known as Kaká, as their Global Brand Ambassador for its partnership with the UEFA Champions League. As the former FIFA World Player of the Year and winner of the Ballon d’Or, Kaká is an icon in the world of football and one of the most decorated players of his era for both club and country.   Together with OPPO, Kaká will return to the Atatürk Olympic Stadium where the Miracle   of   Istanbul took place in 2005.   OPPO looks forward to celebrating the return of Kaká at the 2023 UEFA Champions League final in Istanbul with global fans. “We are thrilled to welcome Kaká as OPPO Global Brand Ambassador for the UEFA Ch ampions League 2022-23 season,” said Elvis Zhou, OPPO Overseas CMO. “Partnering with a global sporting event of the caliber of the UEFA Champions League gives OPPO an unrival ed opportunity to share our mutual spirit of inspiration

                Global business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce platform Alibaba.com today announced that it will participate in the 4 th   International Textile Exhibition (TEXPO 2023) to be hosted by the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) from 26-28 May 2023, with an aim of connecting Pakistani textile exporters with its community of more than 40 million buyers worldwide. The three-day TEXPO 2023 is set to provide a platform for industry players to showcase their offerings to a global audience, establish valuable connections and explore collaborations. During the event, Pakistani suppliers and manufacturers in the textile industry are welcome to visit the Alibaba.com showcase on-site to learn about the opportunities presented by B2B e-commerce and the digital tools provided by Alibaba.com that can help exporters go global. With its commitment to supporting local SMEs in the digital era, Alibaba.com has already witnessed the growth of many textile exporters in Pakistan. Among

                    realme, the world’s fastest growing smartphone brand, is thrilled to announce a substantial price reduction for the realme C33 (4+64) smartphone. This aims to provide customers with even greater value for their money and make the device more accessible to budget-conscious consumers. The realme C33 (4+64) smartphone, previously priced at PKR 48,999/-, can now be purchased at an unbeatable price of PKR 44,900/-. This price drop is set to captivate smartphone enthusiasts who seek a powerful device with exceptional features without compromising their budget. Sleek, stylish and pleasing to the eyes, the realme C33 boasts a modern design. The exquisite gradient finish on the back panel adds a touch of sophistication, while the slim profile ensures a comfortable grip. The compact form factor and lightweight construction make it an ideal style companion for any occasion. Experience immersive visuals like never before with the realme C33's impressive 6.5-inch HD+ display

                                             Zong 4G, Pakistan's leading telecommunication company, has announced its partnership with Resource Linked, a well-renowned name in  Resource  Management. Under this agreement, Zong 4G will provide Corporate Voice, Data & customized Enterprise solutions products to Resource Linked,  as well as its new startup, Snapp I/O,   enabling them to perform daily operations with more digital exposure. Zong 4G's business solutions provide sophisticated services to help companies digitalize and upgrade their performance and monitoring. The partnership with Resource Linked is a testament to Zong 4G's commitment to supporting digitalization and automation in Pakistan's corporate sector. Mr. Farooq Raza Khan, Director GCSS, ZONG 4G, said,  “ We have a vision of 'Lead The Digital Innovation' and have always been focused on supporting digitalization and automation. Going digital  is crucial in the current industry situation, and Zo

                                                      Federal Minister for Railways and Aviation, Khawaja Saad Rafique, visited the CBD Punjab Walton Road project site. For briefing session about the project. Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (PCBDDA), also known as Central Business District Punjab (CBD Punjab), has been entrusted with the responsibilities of Bab E Pakistan development and Walton Road upgradation, following the successful completion of the Kalma underpass Remodeling CBD Punjab Boulevard. The Board of CBD Punjab has granted approval for PC1 for this project and allocated a substantial budget of 23 billion PKR. CEO of CBD Punjab, Imran Amin, and Executive Director Technical, Riaz Hussain, provided a comprehensive briefing on the project details. The first phase of CBD Punjab will be connected to Walton Road Phase 2 through a main corridor, featuring the construction of a railway underpass. Additionally, widening of Walton Road and upgrading the entir

Lahore, Pakistan - Thursday, May 19, 2023:  realme’s C-Series is known to mix affordability with top-of-the-line technological features. Thus, it comes as no surprise that its latest C-Series champion - the realme C33 now comes in a 4GB + 64GB variant as well. This is built up on the popularity of the 4GB + 128GB variant for its champion Boundless Sea Design and its champion 50MP AI Camera. The new variant of realme C33 (4+64) goes easy on the pocket allowing for more and more people to enjoy the same experience that they have come to love and associate with realme. The realme C33 offers a captivating full-screen experience with its 6.5-inch Mini Drop display, featuring a Waterdrop notch and a resolution of 1600 x 720 pixels. Its sleek 8.3mm ultra-slim body, combined with a comfortable grip, adds a touch of sophistication to the device, making it truly irresistible. The phone's textured finish on the back enhances its aesthetic appeal. Additionally, the realme C33 is available in t

                                                            The CFO Conference 2023 centered around the theme of " Resilient CFO - Balancing the Agenda for Tomorrow," was arranged by the Professional Accountants in Business (PAIB) Committee of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP) on Thursday at a local hotel of Lahore. Mr. M. Ali Latif, President ICAP emphasized the vital role that Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) play in navigating organizations through challenging times while effectively managing long-term strategic priorities.    Mr. Samiullah Siddiqui, Chairman PAIBC and Council Member, ICAP highlighted the conference objectives, vision, and ICAP's significant contributions to Pakistan's finance and economic sector. He emphasized the conference's importance and its direct relevance to professionals in the business and finance fields, setting the tone for an event that promised valuable insights and meaningful discussions.    The conference&

                                                     Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (PCBDDA), also known as Central Business District Punjab (CBD Punjab), an authority working on modern urbanization and vertical expansion has taken a unique approach in showcasing the legacy of the province, Punjab. Whilst Punjab is shown as a vibrant mix of subcontinental culture in popular media, CBD Punjab has rekindled the spotlight on Punjab’s excellent development-rich history. From the ancient Punjab being a pivotal trade route in the grand scheme of the world, to the Mughals era creating architectural wonders and engineering marvels, to the key infrastructural developments of the 1800 and 1900s; the developmental excellence and legacy of Punjab has been carried forward by CBD Punjab by coining Punjab as the ‘Spirit of Opportunity’. CBD Punjab is taking the land of five rivers into its next era of development via sustainable and modern mega-projects. The TVC also features

                    OPPO’s Battery Health Engine was announced as a winner in the Sustainable Product category at the  2023 SEAL Bu siness Sustainability Awards . Through the award, OPPO joins the likes of  General Motors, T-Mobile,  and  Cisco , in winning the highly prestigious international sustainability accolade. The  SEAL   Awards (Sustainability, Environmental Achievement & Leadership Awards) celebrate the companies and leaders across the globe that make measurable contributions to sustainability and develop innovative initiatives that positively impact the environment.  The 2023 SEAL Award for the OPPO Battery Health Engine adds to the growing international recognition of OPPO’s efforts to enhance sustainability through technical innovation.   “ We are honored  to receive the  SEAL Sustainable Product Award  for the OPPO Battery Health Engine in  recognition  of our achievements in innovation and sustainability , ”  said  Elvis   Zhou , OPPO Overseas CMO .  “ Through our mi

                                                      realme, Pakistan’s leading smartphone brand, proudly celebrated Mother's Day with its heart-warming Champion Mom campaign, recognizing the exceptional mothers behind realme fans. The campaign encouraged participants to share their favourite moments with their mothers and declare why their moms are true champions. As an exciting incentive, realme offered participants the opportunity to win the latest realme C33 smartphone. The Champion Mom campaign, curated by realme, aims to create a platform for individuals to express their gratitude and admiration for their mothers unwavering love, sacrifice and support. Participants were invited to share their most cherished memories, highlighting the profound impact their mothers have had on their lives and explaining why they consider them to be true champions. Mothers hold an extraordinary place in our hearts, embodying resilience, selflessness and boundless affection. Through the Champion

                                                       ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) and COLABS have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation between the two organisations. The MoU focuses on capacity building, knowledge sharing, and awareness on key themes such as financial capabilities, business planning, business valuation, financial modeling, business ethics, governance structures, and investment management.   The MoU was signed in Lahore by Founder & CEO of COLABS, Omar Shah, and ACCA’s Head of Pakistan, Assad Hameed Khan, in the presence of senior management from both organisations.   ‘The MoU with ACCA provides the guiding principles for various activities to enhance cooperation between ACCA and COLABS in building the financial capacity of COLAB’s partner organisations. This includes the organisation of capacity building workshops and webinars to disseminate information about both organisations' mandate and scope of ac

                realme, the world’s fastest-growing smartphone brand, has officially launched its ground-breaking realme 11 Series 5G. The brand-new series comprises of the realme 11 Pro+ 5G and realme 11 Pro 5G. As realme hero series, the realme 11 Pro+ 5G is the flagship camera phone of the year. The realme 11 Pro+ 5G and realme 11 Pro 5G offer a luxury master design, featuring a former Gucci Print and Textile Designer. The realme number Series has achieved 50 million shipments worldwide, marking a significant contribution to realme's path to reaching the 100-million-unit sales mark in record time. Designed with the company's initiative of "No Leap-forward innovation, no product release," the realme 11 Pro+ 5G marks a ground-breaking camera flagship of the year with the world's first 200MP SuperZoom camera - the most powerful among its price range. It not only provides a revolutionary mobile photography experience with its zoom-in capability, higher pixels, but

                      After launching  Google Career Certificates  (GCC) in October last year, Google today announced it will commit a total of 44,500 new GCC scholarships by the end of 2023, to more   Pakistanis wanting to gain access to in-demand digital skills.  Building on its  previous commitment  to help create Future Forward Pakistan, Google adds 3 additional courses - Business Intelligence, Advanced Data Analytics, and Cybersecurity - to their Career Certificates program to help Pakistani women and young graduates earn employer-recognised certificates as a way to realise their career ambitions. The effort is in partnership with IRM and TechValley.  A new  study , also launched today, from the Economist supported by Google shows that more support is needed to get the most out of Pakistan’s digital workforce. The country needs in-demand digital skills to ensure Pakistan remains competitive in both the local and global markets.   The study also shows that: ·           Digital skil

                                                  Sajjid Minhas, a third-generation manufacturer of farm equipment, tractor equipment, and farm tools at Murshid Farm Industries, faced the challenge of expanding his family business beyond its conventional customer base. In 2007, Sajjid discovered Alibaba.com, the world's largest B2B e-commerce trading platform, and realized its potential as an opportunity to take his family business to the next level. Through Alibaba.com, Murshid Farm Industries was able to showcase its products to global audience, resulting in a significant increase in sales and revenue. This success story is a testament to the power of innovation and the role of technology in driving business growth. “Murshid Farm Industries was able to break the barriers of traditional brick-and-mortar business models and tap into a new market of online buyers with the support of Alibaba.com” said Sajjid Minhas. During first year on Alibaba.com, the company generated $60,000 in r