China’s Realme, a leading global brand of smartphones, recently opened a local assembly plant in Lahore. Realme’s Director of Marketing, Sherry Dong, explained that the decision was made based on the increasing demand for Realme phones in Pakistan. Consequently, Realme phones and products would be more affordable for Pakistani consumers. The project is expected to create jobs and have a significant socioeconomic impact.
Major Arsalan Zafar of Pakistan placed first out of all foreign officers at the Joint Command and Staff College in Kuwait. The graduation ceremony was honored by PM Sabah Al-Khalid al-Sabah and Defence Minister Sheikh Jaber Al-Ali-Al-Sabah. Social media congratulated the young officer for his impressive performance. Moreover, internet users are posting pictures of him receiving the certificate at the military academy.
The first Amazon Center in South Punjab will open after Eid-ul-Azha in Multan. The main aim of setting up the Amazon center is to launch and market products made in Pakistan worldwide. To meet the requirements of Amazon, a warehouse would also be established there. The process of setting up Amazon warehouses in Bahawalpur and other areas of South Punjab was also underway.
Dubai, a global financial center and the world’s most coveted entertainment destination, has opened the world’s deepest swimming pool. The pool is listed in the Guinness Book of World Records for its depth. The pool has a depth of 60.02 meters and can hold 14 million liters of water. Moreover, the shape of the pool pays homage to the UAE’s rich heritage.
The Pakistani premier unveiled the country’s first-ever locally manufactured electric bike on Thursday. Premier Khan said his government’s new electric vehicle (EV) policy outlined a clear pathway to the future. He called the launch of the electric motorcycle a “futuristic step.” Additionally, the launch of this motorcycle falls under the Pakistan Electric Vehicles Policy 2020-2025, approved last year by the government.
British MP Naz Shah urged the British government to pass legislation to protect the honour and dignity of the holy prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The sentiments of Muslim people regarding Islamophobia should be given the same weight as that of Western historical figures. Moreover, Shah asserted that the disrespect people show to the Holy Prophet Muhammad through cartoons causes emotional stress to Muslims.
Samsung is in talks with three potential investors about establishing a smartphone assembly plant in Pakistan. So far, no agreement has been signed between Samsung and investors. Samsung is currently in the process of finalizing its plan to award the license to one of the companies. A Korean company plans to begin the local assembly of cell phones during the final quarter of this year.
The Punjab government plans to establish Asia’s largest forest in Lahore. The Horticulture Authority (PHA) and various divisions of government have partnered to plant Miyawaki saplings at 51 locations across the city. In addition, 1.1 million saplings have already been planted by the provincial government. Officials will plant 500,000 more saplings and eleven Miyawaki forests across various areas in Lahore during the monsoon.
The government is preparing a new five-year auto policy that will encourage the production of low-cost cars and increase auto exports. Commercial vehicles have experienced a significant price drop, making them more affordable. The local vehicle’s GST is reportedly going from 17 to 12%. The government also reduces the price of small cars (850cc) by Rs. 105,000 and Rs. 146,000 for 1000cc ones.
PM Imran Khan says he won’t use protocol for private functions in order to save taxpayers money. On Tuesday, the Prime Minister tweeted he was also looking into the protocol and security provided to ministers, governors, PTI chief ministers, and other officials. Furthermore, he said a comprehensive policy would be decided by the next federal cabinet meeting.