LUMS Career Fair 2025 connects top talent with opportunities
The Career Services Office (CSO) at LUMS recently hosted its Annual Career Fair, a flagship event that bridges the gap between academia and industry by connecting LUMS students with leading employers. This year’s fair brought together more than 200 renowned national and international companies who engaged with over 1,800 students and alumni from various disciplines.
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RDA inflows rise to $9.564 Billion in Jan 2025
The inflow of remittances under Roshan Digital Account (RDA) has risen to US $9.564 billion by the end of January 2025 as compared to US $9.342 billion by December (2024) end.
14th Rashid D. Habib Golf: Ahmad Baig defends his title
Bank AL Habib’s 14th Rashid D. Habib Memorial National Professionals Golf Tournament concluded in grand fashion at the Karachi Golf Club, witnessing stellar performances from some of the finest professional golfers in Pakistan.
Saudi Fast-Food Chain Albaik to Expand Operations in Pakistan
A major highlight of the visit was Minister Jam Kamal Khan’s meeting with Albaik owner Rami Abu Ghazala. The Minister was given a tour of Albaik’s operations, where he met Pakistani employees working at the fast-food giant.
Task Force Recommends Policy Changes to Stimulate Growth in Real Estate and Construction Sectors
The government has finalized a comprehensive set of proposals aimed at reviving Pakistan’s real estate and construction sectors. These initiatives are designed to stimulate investment and create employment opportunities, thereby giving a significant boost to the economy.
Meezan Bank and University of Karachi Sign MoU for Islamic Banking Faculty Development
The University of Karachi and Meezan Bank Limited signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to enhance faculty capacity in Islamic banking and finance.
Alsons Group Unveils Pakistan’s First Advanced Ventilator
Federal Minister for Industries and Production, Rana Tanveer Hussain, Graces the Inauguration Ceremony of Alsons Group’s Advanced ICU Ventilator, AlnnoVent AVB-100.
ABHI and PayPeople Unite to Foster Better Workplace Wellness
ABHI, a leading embedded finance platform in the MENAP region, has partnered with PayPeople, a leading name in HR and payroll solutions, to transform the way employees manage their financial needs.
SECP Registers Record 3,442 Companies in January 2025 Marking 39% Growth
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has achieved a historic milestone by incorporating the highest-ever number of companies i.e. 3,442 in a single month, reflecting a 39% increase compared to the monthly average of the previous year.
PTA reminds International Travelers to pay taxes of their mobile devices under DIRBS
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) reminds international travelers bringing mobile devices into Pakistan to fulfil their tax obligations as required by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) for device registration under the Device Identification, Registration, and Blocking System (DIRBS).