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Pakistani artists can now apply for £15,000 grants from the British Council.

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6 months ago

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The program is a component of an effort to encourage climate action by giving funding to South Asian artists and cultural groups in Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Nepal. Throughout the project’s duration, mentorship sessions will be provided by UK professionals to a selected group of grantees.

The statement on Wednesday added, “A new initiative from the British Council aimed at supporting climate action in the creative industries in Pakistan is now open for applications.” “The goal of the Climate Futures: South Asia program is to support the arts sector by providing artists and cultural organizations with grants of £15,000.”

The program will assist in designing and executing capacity-building projects, “optimizing infrastructure to enhance climate change awareness and sustainable approaches within the arts sector,” and supporting artist-led initiatives that promote “knowledge creation” and the sustainability of the cultural sector, according to the statement.

According to the release, all submissions must be submitted by November 25 at 4:59 am PST. Selected applicants will have the chance to “make a significant impact on the global climate conversation through their projects.”

James Hampson, the country director of British Council Pakistan, stated, “We believe that the arts have a crucial role to play in addressing the climate crisis.” “Climate Futures: South Asia presents a dynamic chance for artists and cultural institutions to take the lead and advance ground-breaking initiatives that will catalyze transformation.”

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Rs. 209 billion was given to 31,700 young business owners.

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8 hours ago

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Over the course of the last eight months, 31,700 young entrepreneurs have received an incredible 209 billion rupees from the Prime Minister’s Youth Program through the Prime Minister Youth Business And Agriculture Loan Scheme, a major boost to entrepreneurship and youth empowerment.

The goal of this program is to provide young people with the tools they need to start and expand their businesses, which will eventually result in profitable employment and economic expansion.

With a simple online application process, prospective young entrepreneurs can now readily access the Prime Minister’s Youth Program benefits. Loan facilities are offered to youth through 15 different banks.

This significant accomplishment shows the government’s dedication to creating an environment that encourages young entrepreneurs and allows them to contribute to the growth and prosperity of the nation’s economy.

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DY PM Meets with the Saudi Envoy

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8 hours ago

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In Islamabad, Saudi Ambassador Nawaf Bin Saeed Ahmad Al-Malkiy paid a visit to Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar.

Both pledged to deepen the already strong and long-standing relationship between the two nations, especially in the fields of investment and trade.

The Ambassador wished the DPM and the Pakistani people a happy Ramadan.

For Saudi Arabia’s government and citizens, Ishaq Dar did the same.

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Ishaq Dar Evaluates Foreign Investment Developments

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8 hours ago

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A meeting to assess the status of foreign investments in the maritime and aviation sectors was presided over by Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar, the deputy prime minister and foreign minister.

The meeting was attended by senior officials from many departments, including the secretaries of defence, privatisation, the board of investment, law, and maritime affairs.