Egyptian Government Delegation Visits Central Business District Punjab.

 

 

For building new business friendly ties, the Egyptian Government Delegation visited CBD Punjab’s project site. CEO Lahore Central Business District Development Authority (LCBDDA) Mr. Imran Amin, COO Brigadier (RTD) Mansoor Janjua, LCBDDA Board Members and directorate heads of LCBDDA welcomed the delegates. Delegation was given a detailed visit of CBD Punjab sites and were briefed about the ongoing and future projects. Delegation was led by General Ahmed Hamed, accompanied by Dr. Hany Shaheen and First Secretary of Egyptian Embassy, Mr. Amr Essayed Nassredin Elsayed.

 

Mr. Imran Amin CEO (LCBDDA) while visiting the site area, briefed the delegation that CBD Punjab had already auctioned 5 mixed use commercial plots for Lahore Prime, has successfully generated an investment of Rs 24 billion PKR and now, the authority is preparing for auction of Lahore’s first planned Downtown. This Downtown comprises of 7 mixed commercial plots. Lahore Downtown is themed on existing downtown in the first world countries.

 

General Ahmed Hamed said that ‘’business districts like CBD Punjab are door openers to new opportunities that can be materialized for the betterment of any state. Our visit to CBD Punjab has wiped out all the myths of economic instability”.

 

Mr. Imran Amin – CEO (LCBDDA) while expressing his views on Egyptian Delegation visit said “Visits of foreign delegations are a blatant proof that CBD Punjab has made a positive impact on economic map. People want to know more about CBD Punjab and its project. We are not only a business hub, we are a beacon, designed for the well-being of our future generations. Every step which is taken by CBD Punjab whether it is urban development, building better business relations with other countries, economic development and job creations, it is directly linked to welfare of Pakistan’’.

 

Egyptian delegation briefly discussed ideas and opportunities to build better economic relations between both countries. Delegation was also given a brief presentation about Pak-Egypt Business Corporation at CBD Punjab’s office.

TikTok named title sponsor of Pakistan-Australia Test series; affordable tickets available online from Friday

 

 

The Pakistan Cricket Board today announced that TikTok, the leading destination for short form videos, will be the title sponsor of the historic Test series between Pakistan and Australia, which commences in Rawalpindi on Friday, 4 March.

 

This is the first time a digital entertainment platform has sponsored a bilateral series in Pakistan and represents an exciting step for both TikTok and PCB, bringing a new kind of partner for international cricket in the country.

 

As the title sponsor, TikTok will provide a place where cricket fans can follow their favourite cricket content creators, share the best TikTok cricket content, and create their own special moments, reactions and celebrations around this historic series with Australia.

 

Alongside the partnership, PCB will launch an official TikTok account prior to the series with a mission to inspire and entertain millions of cricket fans not just in Pakistan but also around the world with exclusive behind-the-scenes content as well as current and archival footage. 

 

PCB Chief Executive Faisal Hasnain: “We have already established an excellent relationship with TikTok, starting with the HBL Pakistan Super League 2022. Given that relationship, we are delighted to extend it further for the historic Pakistan versus Australia Test series, which will probably be the series of the year.

 

“This agreement with TikTok is a further indication of the current good health of Pakistan cricket and reflects the value and benefit commercial partners see by associating themselves with our brand.”

 

Paul Katrib, Head of Brand Marketing, Middle East, Turkey, Africa and Pakistan at TikTok: “We are delighted to become the title sponsor of this historic Pakistan-Australia series. After the resounding success of our partnership with HBL PSL 2022, we want to continue cementing TikTok's position as the ultimate platform for cricket fandom in Pakistan.

 

“TikTok has become a place where people enjoy a new type of experience for sports and cricket, in particular, as more and more cricket organisations, teams and players jump on our platform to engage directly with fans. Our Pakistani community on TikTok loves to celebrate cricket in creative ways, and we can't wait to see how they engage with all the unmissable content we expect for this historic series against Australia.”

 

Meanwhile, the Pakistan Cricket Board has confirmed ticket prices for the three-Test series match of which will be played in Rawalpindi (4-8 March), Karachi (12-16 March) and Lahore (21-25 March).

 

For the Rawalpindi Test, only two enclosure categories are available. The PKR500 VIP enclosures comprise Imran Khan, Javed Akhtar, Javed Miandad and Azhar Mahmood, whereas Premium enclosures include Shoaib Akhtar, Sohail Tanvir, Miran Bakhsh and Yasir Arafat, and the price per ticket has been fixed at PKR100.

 

There will be four enclosure categories in Karachi and Lahore, the ticket prices are as following:

 

o              General – PKR 100 each

o              First Class – PKR 200 each

o              Premium – PKR 350 each

o              VIP – PKR 500 each

 

Tickets are now available online at pcb.bookme.pk as well as from the nearest M&P Courier outlets from Friday 1100 PKT. All ticket-holders will also have to display their immunisation certificates and CNIC at the time of entering the venues.

 

In first phase, the PCB has released 50 per cent of tickets with further tickets to be made available online and nearest M&P Courier outlets after further guidance is received from the National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC).

 

Enclosure categories:

 

National Stadium, Karachi – Fazal Mahmood, Hanif Mohammad, Javed Miandad,  (VIP enclosure), Imran Khan, Quaid, Wasim Akram (Premium enclosure), Asif Iqbal, Intikhab Alam, Iqbal Qasim, Mohammad Brothers, Nasimul Ghani (First-Class enclosures), and Majid Khan, Waqar Hasan, Wasim Bari, Zaheer Abbas (General enclosure)

 

Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore - Fazal Mahmood, Imran Khan (VIP enclosure), Rajas and Saeed Anwar (Premium enclosure), Abdul Qadir, AH Kardar, Javed Miandad and Sarfraz Nawaz (First-Class enclosure) and Hanif Mohammad, Imtiaz Ahmed, Inzamam-ul-Haq, Majid Khan, Nazars, Quaid, Saeed Ahmad, Zaheer Abbas (General enclosure). 

 

Standard Chartered Bank delivers a resilient performance

 

Standard Chartered Bank Pakistan Limited (SCBPL) delivered a resilient financial performance in 2021 with a profit before tax of PKR 24.8 billion compared to PKR 23.6 billion in 2020. Performance was driven by strong balance sheet growth, continued productivity improvements and risk discipline.

 

The Bank’s revenue was lower by PKR 3.5 billion primarily due to sharp reduction in interest rates in Q2’20 and market volatility. Despite investment in infrastructure and inflationary pressures, administrative costs continue to be well managed through operational efficiencies and disciplined spending resulting in a decrease of 3% year on year. Moreover, strong recoveries and lower impairments as a result of prudent risk approach led to a net charge of PKR 0.5 billion compared to a net charge of PKR 4.9 billion in the comparative period.

 

All businesses have positive momentum with strong growth in underlying drivers. This is evident from pickup in net advances, which have grown by PKR 56 billion (up 31%) since the start of the year. This was a result of targeted strategy to build profitable, high quality and sustainable portfolios. With a diversified product base, the Bank is well positioned to cater for the needs of its clients. On the liabilities side, the Bank’s total deposits grew by PKR 70 billion (up 13%), whereas current and saving accounts grew by PKR 63 billion (up 12%) since the start of the year and comprise 92% of the deposit base.

 

The Bank continued to make good progress against its strategic priorities. The global network differentiates the Bank for its clients, bringing forth innovative solutions, product specialisation and structured offshore offerings. The Bank strives to maximise the contribution to SBP initiatives on promoting housing finance and is consistently ranked amongst the top three. As of now over PKR 3 billion have been dispersed under Mera Pakistan Mera Ghar scheme. SCBPL is also amongst the top five contributors towards the Roshan Digital initiative and channelled remittances of over USD 320 million since inception and contributed USD 270 million to the investments in Naya Pakistan Certificate (NPC). The Bank is the first in the industry to offer Raast payment services to clients through all three channels i.e. Over the Counter, Mobile App and Online Banking.

 

Standard Chartered has continued to invest in technological advancements and digital infrastructure to provide further convenience and cyber security to client’s digital transactions. With the launch of its digital bank, Standard Chartered is now able to reach more clients across the country and provide them with digital banking services that has now enabled clients to open Current or Saving account through our Biometric enabled SC Mobile app. The App also offers convenience to activate Debit/Credit cards or foreign exchange conversion. Plans are also in place to offer host of other products and services that bring more accessibility to our clients.

 

Commenting on the results, Mr. Rehan Shaikh, Chief Executive Officer, Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited said, “I am pleased to announce our results for the year 2021. They demonstrate strong foundations and a clear path towards delivering on our strategic priorities. The new ways of working introduced by the Bank are delivering concreate outcomes in terms of productivity and our approach to business. Our pivot to digital continues to result in greater efficiency and growth in underlying drivers, while positioning the Bank for the future.

 

As a Bank we have continued to make a mark on sustainability and impact through the execution of several sustainable finance transactions, reduction in carbon footprint and efforts to tackle inequality and promote greater economic inclusion through Futuremakers by Standard Chartered. We stand fully committed to play our part in the growth story of Pakistan whilst providing best in class banking to our clients.”

 

 

HUAWEI FreeBuds 4: The must-have earphones this summer for your music, calls and ultimate comfort

With their Studio quality sound and an open fit noise cancellation they deliver at all levels

 

Whether you are about to embark on a trip or simply planning to sit back and relax this summer, a good pair of earphones can be a total-game changer. Having something with great sound, comfort and noise cancellation can make your travels much easier or it can simply be your perfect summer companion this season!

 

HUAWEI FreeBuds 4 launched recently boasts some really cool features with their Studio quality sound and an open fit noise cancellation they deliver at all levels plus they are the most comfortable to wear so no need to worry about that pressure on your ears while using them for long periods.

 

Moreover, they are compatible with Android and iOS which means you can use them with other devices and not only Huawei’s, and you can also download the HUAWEI AI Life app to adjust settings or perform various controls, such as wearing detection, quick controls, status query, noise cancellation control, and device management.

 

 

A studio quality sound at all times

Ultimately, the first thing you have to think about in an earphone is the quality of the sound they produce.

HUAWEI FreeBuds 4 boast a 14.3mm driver with 40 kHz frequency range that uncover the rich details of every melody and a Bass Enhancing Power Engine for Impressively Deep Bass, in other words: when using them to listen to your favourite tunes, you will be certainly amazed as you will be transported by each and every single music beat!

 

 

Get rid of unwanted noise

You need a pair of earphones which are not only going to provide you with top-grade sound but also ones that will exclude unwanted surrounding noise. This is exactly what you will be getting with the HUAWEI FreeBuds 4: they come with a dual-microphone noise cancellation technology to deliver upgraded noise cancellation and gets the job done when on a call in the car or listening to music when you’re at the beach and you just want to enjoy your music regardless of the surrounding noise. Moreover, the HUAWEI FreeBuds 4 uses Adaptive Ear Matching (AEM) noise cancellation technology to detect the shape of your ears and determine the optimum noise cancellation setup on your behalf, resulting in the most comfortable noise cancellation experience.

 

Ergonomic design simulation for Air-like comfort

Wearing earphones for hours at the beach this summer or while you’re at the pool might be somewhat uncomfortable but that is not the case with the HUAWEI FreeBuds 4: they uses an ergonomic simulation platform to objectively evaluate the comfort of the earphones and their curvature and size are optimised and polished at the micro level so they fit the ears better, providing an ultimate comfort and noise cancellation

 

The HUAWEI FreeBuds 4 also come with other cool features that you are going to love such as the ability to connect to dual devices with seamless switching from one to another. Customised smart controls including Swipe/Double tap/Long press on the earphone stems to get things done.

 

Finding the right pair of earphones this summer for travel or leisure can be a challenge, especially if you are trying to find one that matches your desired combination of features. Huawei’s studio-quality open-fit ANC earphone with air-like comfort – the HUAWEI FreeBuds 4 – are an ideal choice. 

Infinix Launches ZERO 5G Featuring 6nm 5G Master Processor and Uni-Curve design

 

 

Infinix today launched its first premier 5G smartphone, ZERO 5G, delivering the benefits of 5G – such as higher speeds, seamless connection, faster downloads and greater coverage more accessible than ever before. The smartphone is integrated with a 6nm MediaTek’s Dimensity 900 master processor for high-performance gaming, a uni-curve design for a sleek look and feel, a 48MP AI Triple camera with 30x ultra-zoom for crisp close-ups of distant objects, a 6.78'' FHD+ ultra-smooth display with 120Hz Refresh Rate and 240Hz Touch Sample Rate for lower latency and immediate responsiveness and a 5000mAh with 33W quick charge technology to power users through their entire day.

 

“Infinix is setting a strong course in today’s fast-growing marketplace and providing innovative, yet high-performance 5G technology that is more attainable to users through the new ZERO 5G smartphone,” stated Charles Ding, Deputy Product Director of Infinix Mobility. “Our innovation gives users a smartphone with better performance from a slimmer and stylish design that includes every key technology feature they are looking for in a 5G device that offers the most bang for its buck within its price range.” 

 

Accelerate Your Day

Infinix is improving the user experience with 5G technology with super fast connectivity that better supports bandwidth-heavy apps such as gaming and video streaming. With the growing number of people using their smartphones for mobile gaming and streaming, 5G connectivity has become a crucial feature for smartphone devices. The Infinix ZERO 5G is equipped with a powerful 6nm MediaTek Dimensity 900 5G chipset bringing a full-domain and full-speed 5G network experience. Its Clever 5G Mode automatically switches between link4G and 5G according to the user's bandwidth, which can significantly improve download and gaming speed and reduce power consumption.

 

MediaTek’s Dimensity 900 5G chipset is built on a 6nm high-performance manufacturing node and integrated with a 5G New Radio (NR) sub-6GHz modem with carrier aggregation. The chipset is equipped with an octa-core central processing unit (CPU) consisting of two Arm Cortex-A78 processors with a clock speed of up to 2.4GHz and six Arm Cortex-A55 cores operating at up to 2GHz that deliver exceptional performance for snappier app responses, faster frames per second (FPS) for gaming and better connected experiences. With the chipset’s Arm Mali-G68 MC4 graphics processing unit (GPU) and an independent artificial intelligence (AI) processing unit (APU), power-efficiency is optimized to extend battery life even further for mobile gamers.

 

The ZERO 5G smartphone provides even faster and more reliable connectivity for gamers with Wi-Fi 6 and 2x2 MIMO technology that offers about 1.2Gbps connectivity speeds. Infinix takes the ZERO 5G’s connectivity solutions even further with Dual 5G SIM technology, which enables the smartphone to connect to two separate 5G SIMs, intelligently switching to the fastest network and enabling seamless internet access from both connections as needed, powering users day’s like never before on an Infinix device.

 

Stunning Design Language

Smartphone design is heavily driven by the desire for bigger screens and more minimal yet functional features without losing the key technologies – such as camera quality, memory capacity and battery life.

 

The ZERO 5G comes with a large 6.78” FHD+ ultra-smooth display with 120Hz refresh rate and 240Hz touch sampling rate, giving users a smooth experience and a quicker response to touch input when browsing webpages, consuming online media and playing action-packed games. The smartphone showcases a Uni-Curve design with a softly curved back using a composite material that mimics the look and feel of glass, creating a device that is more comfortable to hold, yet premium to the touch allowing users to express their sense of style with their device. The rear contour drop camera design is integrated into the curve of the device, creating an ergonomic design that is palm friendly and a move away from traditional camera modules’ harsher right-angle positioning.

 

The unique design of the ZERO 5G incorporates subtle textures and colors that reflect the serenity of natural sceneries with three bold colors including: Cosmic Black to represent distant galaxies, Skylight Orange to represent the bright and energizing sun and Horizon Blue to represent the mesmerizing sky.

 

Capture Every Moment

The ZERO 5G features a crisp 48MP main camera with 30x ultra-zoom comprising of a 13MP portrait camera and 2MP virtual camera. The 30X 48MP zoom camera allows users to capture stunningly high-quality from a great distance. Users can also capture moments that the human eye cannot normally see, with the 960 frames per second (fps) slow motion capabilities for stunning video captures.

On the front of the ZERO 5G, the 16MP Dual Flash Light and enhanced artificial intelligence (AI) shooting technology bring out the best in you in all angles and lighting conditions so your selfies and video calls are on point every single time.

 

Other key features of Infinix’s ZERO 5G Series include:

 

·         A 5000mAh battery and 33W quick charge: The 5000 mAh battery supports all-day usage and can be quickly charged with TÜV Rheinland safe fast-charge technology enabling the smartphone to last through 9.4 hours of gaming, 27 days on standby, 22 hours of calling and 152 hours of music playback (testing data provided by Infinix lab).

·         Universal Flash Storage UFS 3.1 and LPDDR5: The LPDDR5 brings a new height of speed for ZERO 5G smartphone, which substantially improves memory performance, and further reduces power consumption. As an added boost, the UFS 3.1-based storage doubles sequential read performance and increases download speeds.

·         Infinix’s Dar-Link 2.0: The software improves the image stability and the sensitivity of touch control that is based on an AI algorithm, while simultaneously bringing down the temperature of the device to provide a fully immersive gaming experience.

·         XArena:Enhances your gaming experience by integrating game applications into a single zone and thus game booster is enabled for the game. There are quick settings that allow you to focus on your game by blocking messages and incoming calls without worrying about any other distractions.

·         Heat Pipe Thermal Module 2.0: This feature systematically monitors the temperature of the ZERO 5G smartphone so users can immerse themselves in the long-lasting gameplay without worrying about overheating.

·         Android XOS 10: The ZERO 5G’s XOS 10 software offers an upgraded interface, AI voice assistant, smart assistant, phone cloner 2.0 and doc correction. For enhanced security, it also comes with X-proof, which secures the screen from behind, and privacy tracker, so users can keep their information private and control when it is shared, as the data is never uploaded to the cloud.

 

Availability and Pricing

The ZERO 5G will be available for pre-orders soon in the price tag of Rs. 49,999 with a free gift of Infinix XE20 on Xpark. Stay tuned to Infinix official pages and social channels for further updates.

 

For more details visit: https://www.infinixmobility.com/pk/