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             Pak-Qatar Group (PQG), Pakistan’s premier and pioneering Islamic financial services group, proudly announces its recent accreditation by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP) as an Approved Training Organization Outside Practice (TOoP). This prestigious recognition marks a significant milestone in PQG’s ongoing commitment to nurturing and developing Chartered Accountancy professionals. The official accreditation ceremony was graced by senior officials from both organizations, including Mr. Farrukh V. Junaidy and Mr. Muhammad Kamran Saleem, Board Members of Pak-Qatar Group, and Mr. Farrukh Rehman, President of ICAP. The event underscored the importance of this partnership in advancing the accounting profession within Pakistan. Mr. Farrukh Rehman, President of ICAP, highlighted the significance of this collaboration, stating, "ICAP is delighted to partner with Pak-Qatar Group in offering a comprehensive Chartered Accounta...

        Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (PCBDDA), also known as Central Business District Punjab (CBD Punjab), has achieved a significant milestone in the ongoing Walton Road Upgradation Project by commencing asphalt layering. This initiative marks a crucial step towards enhancing Lahore's infrastructure and improving connectivity across the city. The Walton Road Upgradation Project, nearing completion, is poised to transform the city's infrastructure landscape. The latest phase of asphalt layering has commenced from Defence Morr towards Major Ishaq Shaheed Flyover, almost 900 tons of asphalt is completed in first phase. This phase will extend further, covering the stretch from Ferozepur Road to Defence Morr, resulting in a complete six-lane carriageway. CEO of CBD Punjab, Imran Amin, has personally overseen the project's progress, directing contractors to mobilize all necessary machinery for seamless execution of asphalt layering operations....

                            Imran Amin, CEO of the Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (PCBDDA), also known as Central Business District Punjab (CBD Punjab), chaired a high-level meeting to assess the progress of the Walton Road Upgradation Project. Following the meeting, he conducted an on-site visit to Pakistan's premier and largest IT hub, CBD NSIT City, to review the ongoing construction of the Celestia IT Tower and associated roadworks. The progress review meeting was attended by key stakeholders, including Executive Director Technical CBD Punjab Riaz Hussain, Director Construction CBD Punjab Asif Babar, Project Director NLC Brigadier (R) Umar Farooqi, senior officials from NLC, NESPAK, and the official contractors.  During the meeting, CEO Imran Amin was briefed on the status of  projects.Significant advancements have been made to the Walton Road Upgradation Project. The complet...

                                                      Advent of artificial intelligence (AI) provides crucial extra impetus to the ongoing skills evolution Integration of AI in accountancy and finance presents both challenges and opportunities for the profession. But ACCA research suggests that while there is a need to continuously evolve the skillset and knowledge base, there are also strong foundations in place  from which finance professionals can position themselves and their organisations for success in this new era .   An ACCA skills analysis of 25,000 accountancy-related jobs found that analytical and audit roles were most likely to require advanced capabilities – such as data science knowledge – while data management skills were in greater demand for transactional roles.   Alistair Brisbourne,  Head of Technology Research, ACC...

       Alibaba.com, a leading platform for global business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce, today hosted the finale of the Pakistan round of its   Key E-commerce Leader Award s  (KEL Awards) in Lahore to celebrate the exceptional e-commerce sellers of Pakistan. The event showcased the remarkable talents of six top country finalists each delivering insightful presentations that highlighted their achievements and the strategies that fueled their success on the Alibaba.com platform.   The competition concluded with the selection of all six finalists, as Alibaba.com Pakistan Ambassadors for 2024. Tayyub Hussnain from Norwich Streetwear and Muzafar Hussain, from JNM Leather Safety Gloves were honored as Alibaba.com Pakistan Key E-commerce Leaders for 2024 and will represent Pakistan in the KEL Awards Regional Finale, set to take place in Vietnam later this year. Additionally, today’s event in Pakistan featured a People's Choice Award for 2024, with Tayyub Huss...

          Infinix, a popular tech brand tailored for young consumers, proudly celebrates Joshua Cheptegei, the brand ambassador from Uganda, for his gold medal victory in the 10,000m race at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Cheptegei set a new Olympic record of 26:43.14, showcasing his dedication, speed, and strategic skill on the track. "Infinix is proud to celebrate Joshua Cheptegei's remarkable Olympic triumph and continue our partnership in driving progress and empowering youth. Cheptegei's inspiring achievements on the track and our joint efforts to bridge the digital divide exemplify our shared values of excellence, innovation, and creating a brighter future for young generations.”  Lake Hu, Chief Marketing Officer at Infinix. At 28, Cheptegei is a leading figure in long-distance running, holding world records in the 5,000m, 10,000m, and 15km events. In 2020, he became the first person to run 5 kilometers in under 13 minutes (12:51). With four world champions...

                                                     TCL, the world’s No. 1 LED TV brand, proudly announces the grand opening of its first flagship store in Gujranwala, a significant milestone in expanding its presence in the region. This new store reflects TCL’s unwavering commitment to delivering immersive entertainment experiences through innovative technology. The event attracted considerable attention with special appearances by Pakistan’s national weightlifting champions, Nooh Dastgir, Gold medalist at the Commonwealth Games, and Usman Rathore, Silver medalist at the Commonwealth Championship. Their presence underscores TCL’s dedication to celebrating and supporting Pakistan’s national heroes and promoting local talent. This flagship store symbolizes TCL’s dedication to providing innovative home entertainment solutions, solidifying its position as ...