Tuesday, May 23rd, 2023
State of World Population Report provides infinite possibilities for Pakistan
DNA ISLAMABAD, MAY 23: The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Pakistan and the High Commission of Canada in Pakistan co-hosted an event on Tuesday to mark the launch of UNFPA’s 2023 State of World Population (SWOP) report. The event was held at the Canadian High Commission and brought together representatives from the Government, the donor community, various UN agencies, civil society and other stakeholders. This year’s report, titled ‘8 Billion Lives, Infinite Possibilities: The Case for Rights and Choices’, was launched globally on April 19. Presenting the latest trends withRead More
Imran leaves NAB Rawalpindi after 4-hour-long investigation in Al-Qadir Trust case
ISLAMABAD, MAY 23: PTI Chairman Imran Khan on Tuesday spent nearly four hours at the National Accountability Bureau’s Rawalpindi office in connection with the probe in the Al-Qadir Trust case. The case alleges that the former premier and his wife obtained billions of rupees and land worth hundreds of kanals from Bahria Town Ltd for legalising Rs50 billion, which was later identified and returned to the country by the UK during the tenure of the PTI government. The PTI chief and his wife, Bushra Bibi, arrived at the NAB officeRead More
Shireen Mazari quits PTI, active politics
LAHORE, MAY 23: Former human rights minister Shireen Mazari, in a news conference, condemned the violence that ensued on May 9 following the arrest of PTI Chairman Imran Khan. “I condemn the violence on May 9 and 10. I also gave an undertaking to the Islamabad High Court in this regard. “Not just May 9 and 10, but I have always condemned the violence on state symbols like GHQ, Parliament and Supreme Court,” she said.
OGRA conducts webinar on LNG
ISLAMABAD, MAY 23 /DNA/ – The Oil & Gas Regulatory Authority on 18th of May 2023 conducted the 1st Session of the knowledge sharing Webinar on LNG. The participants included Ministry of Energy, Engro Elengy Terminal Limited, Pakistan Gasport Consortium Limited, Tabeer Energy Private Limited, Energas Terminal Private Limited, Port Qasim Authority and Karachi Port Trust. The session started with the recitation of the Holy Quran followed by the National Anthem. Chairman OGRA Mr. Masroor Khan gave the opening remarks highlighting the importance of LNG sector in the energy mixRead More
Mobilink Bank, Hashoo Foundation to drive financial inclusion initiatives for MSMEs
DNA Islamabad, MAY 23: Mobilink Bank and Hashoo Foundation (HF) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly enhance financial inclusion for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). This collaboration strives to empower MSMEs supported and trained by Hashoo Foundation, fostering their entrepreneurial journey. Mobilink Bank, through this partnership, is committed to enabling the growth and success of small businesses amidst a rapidly evolving economic landscape. Mobilink Bank is part of the VEON group, a global digital operator that provides converged connectivity and online services across seven countries. MobilinkRead More
BCCI likely to accept PCB’s hybrid model if Pakistan plays World Cup in India
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has softened its stance towards the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) hybrid model suggestion for the Asia Cup albeit conditionally. The PCB has, so far, coaxed most Asian nations including Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Afghanistan into their suggestion of matches to be held at neutral venues. India, however, has conditioned its approval for the model with Pakistan’s assurance to visit India to participate in the World Cup 2023 in October. According to the media, while the BCCI is set to soften itsRead More