Day: November 30, 2022

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Chief Minister Punjab Chaudhry Parvez Elahi chairs 19th meeting of Punjab Mass transit Authority

Lahore, November 30, 2022 (PPI-OT):Chief Minister Punjab Chaudhry Parvez Elahi has, in principle, approved to operate the 513 hybrid/electric buses in Lahore while chairing the 19th meeting of the Punjab Mass transit Authority at his office. He ordered to arrange more buses for feeder routes in Lahore along with an expansion of the Speedo feeder bus service from Lahore to Sheikhupura and Muridke to accommodate the periphery localities.

The CM ordered the revival of the Punjab Transport Company and approved the repair and maintenance of buses of the Pakistan Metro Bus System in Rawalpindi/Islamabad along with the procurement of new buses. Similarly, it was decided, in principle, to continue the Bahawalpur-Lodhran bus service and addition of 12 buses to the fleet.

The CM said that eight stations of the orange line metro train would be commercialised along with improvement in Lahore Metro Bus System. The janitorial services of Pakistan Metro Bus Service in Rawalpindi/Islamabad would be given to Rawalpindi Waste Management Company, he noted.

The meeting decided to acquire the services of NRTC for automatic fare collection and bus scheduling system and also approved an amendment in the contract for the repair and maintenance of buses of the Lahore Metro Bus System. The insurance of the orange line metro train system and ex post facto approval of the decision to give 15 buses to CDA were also endorsed.

Provincial Transport Minister Muneeb Sultan Cheema, MPAs Shamim Aftab and Khadija Umer, Principal Secretary to CM Muhammad Khan Bhatti, former principal secretary GM Sikandar, chairman PTC Mian Haroon Akbar, secretaries of transport and finance departments, MD and secretary Punjab Mass transit Authority and others attended the meeting.

For more information, contact:
Mediacell, Pakistan Muslim League
30-C, Chaudhry Zahoor Elahi Road,
Gulberg-II, Lahore, Pakistan
Tel: +92-42-35878428
Fax: +92-42-35877329
Website: www.pmlmediacell.com

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PCB-ECB statement on 1st Test commencement 

Lahore, November 30, 2022 (PPI-OT):The Pakistan Cricket Board and England and Wales Cricket Board today discussed the outbreak of viral infection in the England men’s Test team camp and unanimously agreed to delay the decision on the commencement of the first Test, which is due to start on Thursday, until 0730 Pakistan time tomorrow (Thursday).

The two boards made the decision based on medical advice from the England doctors, which revolved around the players’ health and welfare, agreeing that the England cricket team are able to select an XI for the first of the three ICC World Test Championship matches, which will be played at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

The two boards also agreed, subject to the England players not recovering well enough to take the field on Thursday morning, then the Test will commence on Friday and will be a five-day match. In this scenario, the schedule of the second Test in Multan and the third Test in Karachi will remain unaffected and will be played as per original schedule i.e. 9-13 and 17-21 December, respectively.

Further information for the ticket-buyers will be shared on Thursday morning.

For more information, contact:
Media Manager,
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB)
Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore 54600, Pakistan
Tel: +92-42-5717231-4
Fax: +92-42-5711860
Website: www.pcb.com.pk

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Tech.AD USA Awards First Place in the Sensor and Perception Category to LeddarTech for Its LeddarVision ADAS and AD Software

LeddarTech wins 1st prize at Tech.AD

LeddarTech’s LeddarVision sensor fusion and perception solution receives the Sensor Perception award at Tech.AD USA 2022 in Detroit

QUEBEC CITY, Nov. 30, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — LeddarTech®, a global leader in providing the most flexible, robust and accurate ADAS and AD software technology, is pleased to announce that its LeddarVision™ low-level sensor fusion and perception solution received the highly coveted Sensor Perception award at Tech.AD USA on November 14, 2022 in Detroit. This event, the leading knowledge exchange platform in North America, brings together major stakeholders who play an active role in the vehicle automation scene. Among all applications submitted, the best nine projects were nominated by an international jury of experts for the final round covering three distinct categories.

On display at the show was the LeddarCar™, LeddarTech’s live on-road demonstration vehicle equipped with the LeddarVision software. LeddarVision is a high-performance, sensor-agnostic automotive-grade solution that delivers highly accurate 3D environmental models enabling Level 2-5 autonomy. During the event, LeddarTech’s technical experts demonstrated how low-level fusion technology simplifies complex sensor sets and eliminates the dependency on hardware to provide customers the flexibility to scale and deliver greater ADAS and AD performance quickly.

“The winners have set a new standard for innovation and creative technology within the autonomous driving industry,” said Davina Thalmann, Producer of Tech.AD USA 2022. “This award is a testament to the skill, ingenuity and vision of the creators. Being able to present the future in real time is an absolute privilege,” she added.

“This award adds to the incredible international peer recognition that LeddarTech has received for our sensor fusion and perception software solution,” stated Mr. Charles Boulanger, CEO of LeddarTech. “This year, our LeddarVision technology was also recognized by the Volkswagen Group Innovation Tel Aviv 2022 Konnect and CARIAD Startup Challenge, as well as the Shenzhen Automotive Electronics Industry Association,” Mr. Boulanger continued. “I am also proud of the corporate accolades we have been privileged to receive, distinguished as one of the “Fastest Growing Companies of the Year 2022” by the CEO Views committee and named “one of Canada’s Top Growing Companies” by the Globe and Mail’s Report on Business. Awards serve as recognition to our teams worldwide who are committed to developing solutions that enhance safety and support our customers with integrity and passion,” he concluded.

About LeddarTech

LeddarTech, a global software company founded in 2007, develops and provides comprehensive perception solutions that enable the deployment of ADAS and autonomous driving applications. LeddarTech’s automotive-grade software applies AI and computer vision algorithms to generate highly accurate 3D models of the environment, allowing for better decision making and safer navigation. This high-performance, scalable, cost-effective technology is leveraged by OEMs and Tier 1-2 suppliers for the efficient implementation of automotive and off-road vehicle solutions.

LeddarTech is responsible for several remote-sensing innovations, with over 140 patents granted or applied for that enhance ADAS and AD capabilities. Reliable perception is critical in making global mobility safer, more efficient, sustainable and affordable: this is what drives LeddarTech to become the most widely adopted sensor fusion and perception software solution.

Additional information about LeddarTech is accessible at www.leddartech.com and on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube.

Contact:
Daniel Aitken, Vice-President, Global Marketing, Communications and Investor Relations, LeddarTech Inc.
Tel.: + 1-418-653-9000 ext. 232 daniel.aitken@leddartech.com

Investor relations contact and website: InvestorRelations@leddartech.com
https://investors.leddartech.com/

Leddar, LeddarTech, LeddarSteer, LeddarEngine, LeddarVision, LeddarSP, LeddarCore, LeddarEcho, VAYADrive, VayaVision, XLRator and related logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of LeddarTech Inc. and its subsidiaries. All other brands, product names and marks are or may be trademarks or registered trademarks used to identify products or services of their respective owners.

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In House Meeting with Mr. Marc Saxer, Managing Director, Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung 

Islamabad, November 30, 2022 (PPI-OT):The Centre for Afghanistan Middle East and Africa (CAMEA) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) hosted an In-House meeting with Mr. Marc Saxer, Managing Director FES, and Office for Regional Cooperation in Asia.

The delegation included: Dr Niels Hegewisch, Country Director, FES-Pakistan and Hamayoun Khan, Programme Advisor, FES-Pakistan. The meeting was attended by Ambassador Khalid Mahmood, Chairman, Board of Governors, ISSI, Director CAMEA, Ms. Amina Khan and members of the CAMEA team. Amina Khan, Director CAMEA, gave a presentation about the working of the Institute and CAMEA and briefed the delegation about the scope of its activities. Views on the overall regional situation were also exchanged.

For more information, contact:
Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI)
Sector F-5/2, Islamabad – 44000, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-9202481
Fax: +92-51-9204658
E-mail: strategy@issi.org.pk
Website: http://issi.org.pk/

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An awareness session organized by CCPC for History students

Bahawalpur, November 30, 2022 (PPI-OT):Career counselling is very important in the life of students to determine the right career direction. It helps students develop their skills according to their interest. These views were expressed by Shahid Afzal Durrani, Director Career Counselling and Placement Centre, Islamia University of Bahawalpur while addressing an awareness session organized for history students. The session was organized by the Career Counselling and Placement Center in association with the Department of History.

Speaking on the occasion, Resource Person Shahid Afzal Durrani informed the audience about the aims and objectives of the Career Counselling and Placement Center and its important initiatives. He emphasized that all students should focus on communication, presentation, leadership and time management skills in their life management skills.

Meanwhile, Dr. Muhammad Shafiq, Assistant Professor, Department of History and Deputy Director Career Counselling and Placement Center welcomed the participants of the event. He commented that choosing the right career is an important and life-changing decision in a student’s life.

Otherwise, a wrong decision can lead to lifelong regret, disappointment and degradation. In her closing remarks, Dr. Samia Khalid, in-charge of the Department of History, appreciated the various initiatives taken by the Career Counselling and Placement Center to enhance the skills of students in various fields. He urged the students to participate in career counselling and placement center programs to secure benefits for future life.

Finally, students and faculty thanked the Career Counselling and Placement Center and Department of History for organizing such a thought-provoking session. A large number of students and faculty members participated in the event. Otherwise, a wrong decision can lead to lifelong regret, disappointment and degradation.

In her closing remarks, Dr. Samia Khalid, in-charge of the Department of History, appreciated the various initiatives taken by the Career Counselling and Placement Center to enhance the skills of students in various fields. He urged the students to participate in career counselling and placement center programs to secure benefits for future life.

Finally, students and faculty thanked the Career Counselling and Placement Center and Department of History for organizing such a thought-provoking session. A large number of students and faculty members participated in the function. Otherwise, a wrong decision can lead to lifelong regret, disappointment and degradation. I

n her closing remarks, Dr. Samia Khalid, in-charge of the Department of History, appreciated the various initiatives taken by the Career Counselling and Placement Center to enhance the skills of students in various fields. He urged the students to participate in career counselling and placement center programs to secure benefits for future life.

Finally, students and faculty thanked the Career Counselling and Placement Center and Department of History for organizing such a thought-provoking session. A large number of students and faculty members participated in the function. Urges them to participate in career counselling and placement center programs to secure future life benefits.

Finally, students and faculty thanked the Career Counselling and Placement Center and Department of History for organizing such a thought-provoking session. A large number of students and faculty members participated in the event. Urges them to participate in career counselling and placement center programs to secure future life benefits.

Finally, students and faculty thanked the Career Counselling and Placement Center and Department of History for organizing such a thought-provoking session. A large number of students and faculty members participated in the function.

For more information, contact:
The Islamia University of Bahawalpur (IUB)
University Chowk, Gulshan Colony, Bahawalpur,
Punjab – 63100, Pakistan
Tel: +92-62-9250235
Fax: +92-62-9250335
E-mail: info@iub.edu.pk
Website: https://www.iub.edu.pk/

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[IIOE Leadership Workshop] – Higher Education and the Future Labour Market

Lahore, November 30, 2022 (PPI-OT):On November 8th, IIOE invites Prof. Brian Beatty from San Francisco State University (SFSU) to give an in-depth view of Hyper Flexible (HyFlex) Learning, a model of design that enables Higher Education Institutions and instructors to offer a resilient learning environment, and offering students equitable access and autonomy to choose how they would like to learn.

HyFlex combines the terms “hybrid” and “flexible.” Hybrid learning refers to learning that integrates complementary face-to-face (synchronous) and online learning (asynchronous) experiences in service of intended learning objectives. All students in a hybrid course are expected to undergo the same combination of online and in-person activities.

In contrast, the “flexible” aspect of HyFlex is that students are given choice in how they participate in the course and engage with material in the mode that works best for them over the course and from session to session.

How might HyFlex Learning facilitate the experience change in your course? What should you do to initiate the adoption of HyFlex Learning? Join our HyFlex for Learning: Advancing Meaningful Change in Education webinar to find out!

Note: Due to time differences, this webinar cannot accommodate audiences from all working time zones across the world. This webinar will be recorded and a playback link will be shared with registered audiences.

For more information, contact:
Public Relations Officer
University of Engineering and Technology (UET)
G.T. Rd, Lahore – 54890
Tel: +92-42-99250274, +92-42-99029358
Cell: +92-321-9467302
Email: tanveerqasim@yahoo.com
Website: www.uet.edu.pk