KARACHI: Around 300 million tons of plastic waste is produced every year, which is nearly equivalent to the weight of the human population. The world today faces worrying trends of an increase in the rate of plastic production and its disposal. To put an end to this growing problem, WWF-Pakistan in collaboration with Hoga Saaf Pakistan launched #BeatPlasticPollution campaign.This 4-day …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Former Swiss Consul General in Karachi Emil Wyss, along with his wife Arie, was in the metropolis to celebrate the Independence Day of Pakistan. Emil and Arie, who were among the most socially active diplomats of the city, flew in the wee hours of August 14 just for one day. They attended the flag hoisting ceremony …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Celebrating the ceremony of the 71st Independence Day with a sense of pride and prestige, The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP) organized impressive flag hoisting ceremonies in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad and Peshawar. The Institute’s buildings were decorated with vibrant illuminations, national flags, portraits of the national founders, banners and buntings to give a festive look. The …

ISLAMABAD: Former President and Co-Chairman of Pakistan Peoples Party Asif Ali Zardari was the first parliamentarian who signed the roll register after taking the oath. Earlier, Speaker National Assembly Ayaz Sadiq administered the oath from the newly elected members of the parliament. PTI chairman Imran Khan, PML-N Shahbaz Sharif, PPPP chairman Bilwal Bhutto Zardari and Asif Ali Zardari were seen sitting …

ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), today, observed International Youth Day across its headquarters and all operating companies. During the celebrations, which were organized by the Group’s various youth committees, ADNOC’s young talent focused on the contributions they have made to the business to enable enhanced performance, profitability and efficiency, as well as their aspirations for the …

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) is celebrating the spirit of Independence with a musical composed, especially to mark 71st Independence Day of Pakistan. The musical composition has been created by the leading Pakistani folk music band ‘Khumariyaan’, using the instruments from all provinces of Pakistan. The beautiful melody is complemented by the amazing videography, highlighting the beauty of Pakistan …

ISLAMABAD: JazzCash has achieved yet another milestone by achieving four million active Mobile Account subscribers. In addition, transaction values have increased significantly crossing the PKR350 billion mark during the first six months of the current year – 85% increase compared to the corresponding period last year. More than 190 million transactions were carried out through JazzCash Mobile Accounts during the …

KARACHI: As Pakistan celebrates its 71 years of independence, BankIslami Pakistan Ltd, one of the leaders of Islamic Banking in Pakistan, has given a meaningful spin to the Independence Day celebrations through its ‘Plantation for the Nation’ campaign where Bank’s staff came out of offices and planted trees ona greenbelt situated at University Road, Karachi. BankIslami also endowed 270 saplings …

KARACHI: An event to celebrate 71 years of Pakistan’s Independence organised yesterday by the British Deputy High Commission, Karachi in partnership with Standard Chartered Bank.  Approximately 50 children between the ages of 11-15 years from Edhi Foundation were invited to mark the occasion. These children along with Standard Chartered and British Deputy High Commission volunteers planted 100 different trees at …

KARACHI: Under its Plant for Pakistan initiative which emphasizes environmental sustainability through tree plantation, K-Electric organized a tree plantation drive at St. Patrick’s Cathedral, with the newly-appointed Cardinal, His Eminence Joseph Coutts, in attendance. More than 300 plants were distributed and planted at the Cathedral grounds to celebrate Pakistan’s Independence with the message of “Plant for Pakistan.” Speaking at the occasion, …