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Karachi   –  After the success of The Dawood Foundation’s (TDF) grand science exhibition last year – Magnifi Science, TDF is organizing the “TDF Magnifi-Science Exhibition 2017” from 6th- 8th October at Dawood Public School. The Exhibition is sponsored by Dawood Hercules Corp and Engro Corp while HUBCO is the supporting sponsor.TDF Magnifi-Science Exhibition is based on a museum model where visitors will get involved in the wonders of science through interactive experiments, exhibits developed by specialists and professionals, and expositions by renowned organizations and innovators. The Exhibition will also host various science clubs as exhibitors.The purpose of this science exhibition is to encourage…

Lahore – Azme-Naujawan (AeN), a collective effort of 10 civil society organizations, will officially launch their youth program for the special occasion of International Youth Day. According to the UN, there is growing recognition that as agents of change, young people’s inclusion in the peace and security agenda and in society more broadly, is key to building and sustaining peace. Therefore 12th August marked the beginning of Azme-Naujawan, a program launched to address the disengaged state of youth in Karachi. It managed to bring together over 1000 youth from all over Karachi, as well as civil societies, and key government…

Lahore –  With the support of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) under the Small Grants and Ambassador’s Fund program, Aman Tech, Pakistan’s leading vocational training institute for the underserved youth, initiated by the Aman Foundation, aims to empower adolescent women in Karachi and uplift their role in the society. The TRAIN (Training for Adolescents in Need) project was spread over 8 months and aims to open multiple avenues of employment for out-of-school girls who are 16 years or above and live in Karachi. This program provided them with three months technical training in a Stitching Machinist course, and five months…

Karachi  –  After working to establish three schools in Mithi, Islamkot and Thar Block II, Thar Foundation on Wednesday reached another milestone by announcing that they would run three more schools to impart quality education in district of Tharparkar. Thar Foundation, established by the Sindh Engro Coal Mining Company (SECMC), has signed a memorandum of understanding with Charter for Compassion Pakistan (CfCP) to run three primary schools in the area with low literacy rate. As per the MoU, Thar Foundation will take overall responsibility of three primary schools in villages Bitra, Mansingh Bheel and Tharyo Haleepoto whereas, the CfCP will…

Lahore – A legacy of almost 50 years of excellence, Pakistan’s leading biscuit manufacturing company English Biscuit Manufacturers (Private) Limited has been the founding partners of School of Leadership premiere annual event – the Young Leaders Conference consecutively for the past 16 years. This event spanning over six days is planned to take place in Karachi starting from Wednesday (today). The theme for YLC this year is ‘300’ honoring youth who are awakened, imaginative, disciplined and dynamic. Talking about the YLC theme, Dr Zeelaf Munir, CEO and MD at EBM said, “We want the youth to understand that strength isn’t…

 Karachi – The finalists of this year’s Intel ISEF and the alumni of previous years were acknowledged and awarded at Intel® Innovation in Education Ambassadors and Alumni Awards today in Karachi. The awards were presented in recognition of the outstanding achievements of organizations and individuals working with the Intel® Education Initiative in Pakistan over the years. The event was attended by leading educationists of the country. Held since 2003, the Intel Innovation in Education Ambassadors and Alumni Awards appreciated the efforts of Intel ISEF Finalists who participated in the International Science & Engineering Fair held in Los Angeles, USA in May this year. The…

Islamabad – The institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan participated in the leading Education Expo in all major cities of Pakistan. The ICAP stalls attracted thousands of visitors, including people from various walks of life particularly students and counselors. A number of parents also accompanied their children in the expo at ICAP stall at each station to explore the best available learning opportunities for them. Chief Minister Sindh, Syed Murad Ali Shah visited the ICAP stall and applauded the contributions made by the Institute and chartered accountants to strengthen the economic development of country and are leading the corporate sector…

Lahore (Muhammad Yasir) -Zong, has launched its Graduate Trainee Program for 2017 which is a signature talent development program for fresh graduates. Since 2013, Zong 4G has taken great pride in nurturing raw talent to become the leaders in their respective fields. Last Year Zong hired around 50 Graduate Trainees from top universities nationwide with job roles in different departments such as Marketing, Sales, Engineering, Information Technology and Procurement. Zong is Pakistan’s No. 1 Data Network and leads the telecommunications category with its unmatched 4G experience in more than 250 cities. With this talent hunt program, Zong wishes to further…

ISLAMABAD – Martin Dow in collaboration with Nutshell Forum and the Ministry of Planning, Development & Reforms all set to kick off the first of its kind two-day ‘Leaders in Islamabad’ Business Summit at the Serena Hotel. The Leaders in Islamabad Business Summit will be providing a platform for leading business ?gures from around the world to present their ideas and effective business strategies in a discussion to address leadership and business concerns crucial to today’s decision makers. Jawed Akhai, Chairman, Martin Dow Group stated, “It is a great honour for us at Martin Dow to be collaborating with Nutshell…

Lahore (Muahmmad Yasir) – The University of Lahore establishes country’s first certified Tier-III Data Center to adopt technological advancements ensuring innovation and technology to its well-established educational infrastructure. This EPI certified data center will provide practical exposure to the university students and higher education sector in Pakistan to understand future trends of technologies. The inaugural ceremony at Lahore was attended by M.A. Raoof, Patron, University of Lahore, Awais Raoof, Chairman, University of Lahore, Javid Wadood, Country Head EPI, Mahmood Jabbar, Chief Executive Officer, TechAccess Pakistan, Munib Khawaja, Country Head, Schneider Pakistan and other senior officials of IT industry and academia.…