Month: February 2023

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Dominant UAE and Nepal trounce Kuwait and Malaysia respectively while Singapore down Hong Kong in a thriller 

Dubai, February 28, 2023 (PPI-OT):So dominant have UAE and Nepal been in this tournament that it could well be a spectacular clash when these two meet on the final day of the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup Asia Qualifier on March 2. The winner of this tournament will qualify for the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2024 scheduled to be held in Sri Lanka in 2024.

Once again, it was UAE’s Dhruv Parashar who emerged as the hero of their team’s eight-wicket win over Kuwait through an unbeaten knock of 54 off 33 balls with ten boundaries and a six at the Malek Ground – 2. He also bagged two wickets for seven runs to ensure Kuwait was bowled out for a paltry 100 runs in 44.5 overs.

The captains of UAE and Kuwait at the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup Asia QualifierThe captains of UAE and Kuwait at the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup Asia Qualifier Nepal raced to a ten-wicket win over Malaysia by bowling them out for 72 in 35.3 overs at the Malek Ground – 1. The chief destroyers of the Malaysian innings were Dipesh Kandel (4 for 11) and Akash Chand (3 for 9). Nepal raced to victory in just nine overs with openers Deepak Bohara (38n.o) and Arjun Kumal (21n.o).

The Hong Kong- Singapore match at the Eden Garden Oval was a well fought one. Singapore posted 218 for 8 in 50 overs through Aaryan Modi’s knock of 63 off 81 balls with two boundaries. Hong Kong chased the total through fighting knocks from opener Jayden Botfiled’s 69 off 106 balls with nine boundaries and Shiv Mathur’s 43 off 86 balls with four boundaries but could muster only 211 for 7 in 50 overs and lost the match by seven runs.

Dhruv Parashar’s show gives UAE another big win

Kuwait won the toss and elected to bat against UAE. They kept losing wickets at regular intervals right from the start. First to go was opener Het Kishorebhai Hinsu clean bowled by Harit Harish Shetty for 6 to the third ball of the first over? In the fourth over, one-drop Saud Mohamed Sadath fell leg before to UAE skipper Aayan Afzal Khan for 8. In the fifth over, Harit Harish Shetty picked the valuable wicket of Kuwait’s consistent opener Jude Christopher Saldhana caught by Harshit for 6. Worse was to follow with Gautham Mohandas Poolakkal getting caught by Harit off Aayan Afzal Khan for 3. When half the Kuwait side was back in the pavilion for just 33 runs, Yusuf Sadiq Basha got caught by Aayan Afzal Khan off Monish Gajesh for 1.

Henry Thomas backed Jay Maheshkumar Mehta who kept the scoreboard moving. They added 23 runs for the sixth wicket when Jay Maheshkumar Mehta got bowled by Ammar Badami for 17. Arush Shah chipped in with 12 runs before being bowled by Dhruv Parashar. Muhammad Aqif Farooq joined Henry and took the total to 92 when Dhruv Parashar struck again to remove Muhammad Aqif, caught by Deepak for 5.

Harshit Seth clean bowled next man Haiber Ali while Ammar Badami got last man Talha Hassan caught by Deepak for a duck. Henry Thomas remained unbeaten on 30 and Kuwait got restricted to 100 in 44.5 overs. UAE raced to the target after losing opener Aryansh Sharma for a duck, trapped leg before by Talha Hassan. Skipper Aayan Khan and Dhruv Parashar put on a 68 runs partnership before Aayan got bowled by Yusuf Sadiq Basha for 27. Dhruv Parashar produced another stupendous batting show cracking an unbeaten 54 runs, and along with Maroof Merchant (16n.o) the pair put on an unbeaten 35 runs for the third wicket and win the match in 13.1 overs.

Dhruv Parashar, who won the Player of the Match award for the second successive match, said: “I am very happy at being able to give my best in these important matches. As a senior player, I have been able to lead by example. One more game to go and I will once again give my best for my team to ensure a place in the coming World Cup.” UAE skipper Aayan Khan said: “We have really done well in all our matches. We will give our 200 percent in the next against Nepal. We are confident that we can win and and qualify for the World Cup.”

Brief scores:

UAE bt Kuwait by 8 wkts. Kuwait 100 in 44.5 overs (Henry Thomas 30n.o, Harit Harish Shetty 2 for 18, Aayan Afzal Khan 2 for 27, Aamar Badami 2 for 11, Dhruv Parashar 2 for 7) UAE 103 for 2 in 13.1 overs (Aayan Afzal Khan 27, Dhruv Parashar 54n.o)

Player of the Match: Dhruv Parashar

Nepal dominate Malaysia for ten-wicket win

Malaysia won the toss and elected to bat at Malek Ground 1. Nepal quickly removed Malaysian skipper and consistent batsman Sidharth Karthik Rajaratnam, clean bowled by Akash Chand for 1. This was followed by a short partnership of 28 runs for the second wicket between opener Mohammad Hairil Harisan and Muhammad Akram. Milan Bohara clean bowled Mohammad Hairil Harisan for 12. Muhammad Alaif Shamsul Bahrin did not last long as he got caught and bowled by Dipesh Kandel for 4. At the score on 51, Muhammad Akram, who was stroking well, got caught by Bishal Bikram off Dipesh for 26. One run later, Malaysia lost their fifth wicket when Siddharth Neelakantan got stumped by Uttam Rangu Thapa to give Dipesh his third wicket.

While wickets continued to fall, Shivnarin Rahul got trapped leg before by Milan Bohara for 1 and Muhammad Aiman Zaquan got caught by Bishal Bikram off Subash Bhandari for a duck. Muhammad Azri Azhar became the eighth victim when Dipesh Kandel picked his fourth wicket getting him caught behind for 5. In the 36th over, Akash Chand removed Muhammad Syahir Syamael clean bowled for 12, and with the third ball he clean bowled Haziq Haiqal Idris for a duck. Malaysia’s innings thus ended for 72 runs in 35.3 overs.

Nepal beat Malaysia comfortably at the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup Asia QualifierNepal beat Malaysia comfortably at the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup Asia Qualifier Chasing the easy target, Nepal refused to give away any wicket. Their openers Deepak Bohara, through an unbeaten 38, and Arjun Kumal, through an unconquered 21, took their team to the target in just nine overs. Speaking about his fine four wicket spell, Dipesh Kandel who was adjudged Player of the Match said: “I concentrated on my strengths and got those wickets. I bowled normal deliveries but put the ball at the right areas and picked those wickets.”

Skipper Dev Khanal, talking about his team’s ten wicket win, said: “It was nothing but overall team effort. Our guys have done well in all departments of the game and to win by ten wickets is really special. I am happy the way everyone is performing for the team.”

Brief scores:

Nepal bt Malaysia by 10 wkts.

Malaysia 72 in 35.3 overs (Muhammad Akram 26, Akash Chand 3 for 9, Milan Bohara 2 for 8, Dipesh Kandel 4 for 11) Nepal 73 for no loss in 9 overs (Deepak Bohara 38n.o, Arjun Kumal 21n.o) Nepal 73 for no loss in 9 overs (Deepak Bohara 38n.o, Arjun Kumal 21n.o)

Player of the Match: Dipesh Kandel

Singapore defeat Hong Kong in a thriller

Singapore won the toss and elected to bat at the Eden Garden Oval. Opener Rahil Khan fell trapped leg before by Darsh Vora for a duck. Opener Kabir Zandani quickly settled down, and along with Abhuday Chhajer, put on a 51 runs partnership for the second wicket before Abhuday got caught and bowled by Ahan Trivedi for 14. One run later Mahiyu Bhatia got trapped leg before to Paraspreet Singh for a duck. This brought in consistent batsman Sidhanth Srikanth. Kabir Zandani and Sidhanth took the score to 83 when Kabir Zandani got out to Mohammad Aliyaan, caught by Abdul Samad for 41. His knock off 63 balls had four boundaries and a six.

Aaryan Modi and Sidhanth Srikanth then accelerated the run flow through a 64 runs partnership for the fifth wicket before Sidhanth Srikanth got run out for 48 off 65 balls with four boundaries. Next man Aryaveer Chaudhary too got run out for 9. Soon Thiyanesh Venkatesan got bowled to Parth Bhagwat for 7. Aaryan Modi got out to the first ball of the last over from Parth, caught behind by wicketkeeper Jayden for 63. Skipper Jeevan Santhanam remained unbeaten on 12 and Singapore posted 218 for 8 in 50 overs.

Chasing the challenging target, Hong Kong openers Jayden Botfield and Aarez Dar put on a 40 runs partnership in 9.2 overs before Abhuday Chaudhary trapped Aarez Dar leg before for 13. One-drop Shiv Mathur and Jayden Botfield put on a strong partnership. Jayden raced to his half century in 80 balls. The pair put on 90 runs for the second wicket before Jeevan Santhanam had Shiv Mathur caught by Adwitya for 43. At the score on 148, Hong Kong lost two wickets, Jayden Botfield got run out while Parth Bhagwat got caught behind by wicketkeeper Kabir off Adwitya Bhargava for 9.

Pressure began to mount with 60 runs needed off the last eight overs with six wickets in hand. Fresh batsmen Abdul Samad Khan and Mohammad Aliyaan Zahir took the score to 176 when Abdul Samad got run out for 18. At the score on 200, Mohammad Aliyaan Zahir, who lit up hopes of a victory, got trapped leg before to Adwitya Bhargava for 23. Ahan Trivedi became the third batsman to get run out for 4. Muhammad Mudassar Khan through an unbeaten 11 tried to push his team to the target but fell short by seven runs.

Brief scores:

Singapore bt Hong Kong by 7 runs.

Singapore 218 for 8 in 50 overs (Kabir Zandani 41, Sidhanth Srikanth 48, Aaryan Modi 63, Parth Bhagwat 2 for 31) Hong Kong 211 for 7 in 50 overs (Jayden Botfield 69, Shiv Mathur 43, Mohammad Aliyaan Zahir 23, Adwitya Bhargava 2 for 47)

Player of the Match: Aaryan Modi

For more information, contact:
Headquarters,
International Cricket Council (ICC)
Street 69, Dubai Sports City,
Sh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, Dubai, UAE
Phone: +97-143828800
Fax: +97-143828600
E-mail: enquiry@icc-cricket.com
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A look at HBL PSL 8 so far

Lahore, February 28, 2023 (PPI-OT):Cricket lovers in Pakistan and around the world have been treated with some exciting innings, fabulous spells and pulsating contests over the first 16 matches in the eighth iteration of the HBL Pakistan Super League. The tournament promises much more thrill and drama as it enters its business end from tomorrow when Rawalpindi stages its first HBL PSL 8 fixture as Peshawar Zalmi lock horns with Karachi Kings.

Below is a look at how the tournament has been so far for the six teams (order according to the position on points table).

1. Lahore Qalandars (Played 5, Won 4, Lost 1)

It has been an incredible homecoming for Shaheen Afridi’s side. They defeated Peshawar Zalmi on Sunday and topped it next night with an incredible thumping of Islamabad United to record their biggest win (in terms of runs) in the HBL PSL. The twin wins at home – in front of a rousing jam-packed crowd – have propelled Lahore Qalandars to the top of the points table. Lahore Qalandars will take heart from the fact that they play three of their last five matches at home, where they lifted the title last year, and that the Gaddafi Stadium hosts the three Playoffs and the Final is a further motivation for the side.

They had an incredible start to the tournament as they defeated Multan Sultans by only one run at the latter’s home after one of the best shows of death bowling, featuring Shaheen, the captain himself, Haris Rauf, and Zaman Khan. Fakhar Zaman, who was the leading run-getter last year, and Shaheen are living up to the expectations as both lead their respective departments for their side and are second on the overall charts. Fakhar has accumulated 235 runs at a brilliant SR of 173 and has scored two half-centuries, while Shaheen has picked up 10 wickets at an average of 15 and a strike rate of 10.8. He is one of the two bowlers – the second being Multan Sultans’ Ihsanullah – to record a five-fer.

The addition of Abdullah Shafique has provided a boost to Lahore Qalandars’ batting line-up. The right-hander one-drop has played a pivotal role in both wins at home with brisk 75 and 45. Lahore Qalandars’ fans are in for a treat if he continues to score at a strike rate of 184.61.

2. Multan Sultans (Played 6, Won 4, Lost 2)

Mohammad Rizwan’s side made the most of the home advantage by winning four of the five games at the Multan Cricket Stadium. Their only defeats in the first six matches have been in the tournament opener and in their only away game, courtesy a match-winning half-century by HBL PSL debutant, Tayyab Tahir, and a combined effort from the Karachi Kings’ spinners. Multan Sultans are locked with Lahore Qalandars on points, but have a smaller net run rate that positions them at second. They will look to avenge the defeat against Lahore Qalandars on 4 March when the two sides face off at the Gaddafi Stadium. They then travel to Rawalpindi to play Islamabad United, Peshawar Zalmi and Quetta Gladiators.

In fast bowler Ihsanullah, Multan Sultans have produced a strong contender for emerging player of the tournament award. The right-arm pacer is the leading wicket-taker and has phenomenal numbers in the tournament. He has taken 14 wickets in six innings at an average of just 9.35. His economy rate is only 5.53 and has a strike rate of 10.1. He was the first bowler to pick up a five-fer. In Mohammad Rizwan, Multan Sultans have the most successful batter of the season, who is the only batter with 300 runs this edition and is one of the two batters to score a century. Rizwan has made 358 runs at an average of 89.50 and has a strike rate of 141.50. He has also scored three half-centuries and hit 37 fours, which are the most for any batter this season.

3. Islamabad United (Played 5, Won 3, Lost 2)

It has been a bag of mixed results for Shadab Khan’s men. They have beaten Karachi Kings, Peshawar Zalmi and Quetta Gladiators, but have faced big defeats to Lahore Qalandars (by 110 runs) and Multan Sultans (by 52 runs). That they will have the support of home crowd for the entire next round bodes well, and the two-time champions will be hoping to win maximum matches to finish the league stage as the best side. Hasan Ali’s return to form and his incredible player of the match performance against Peshawar Zalmi adds an element of aggression and firepower to their pace attack. The right-arm fast bowler has taken seven wickets in only three matches at a strike rate of 10.2.

Azam Khan’s swashbuckling 97 against Quetta Gladiators is already a contender for the innings of the season. The hard-hitting wicketkeeper-batter has the most runs for his side (170 runs at a 175.25) and his presence in the middle-order ensures that Islamabad United continue to play their brand of all-out attack cricket, in case of top-order misfiring – which was on display that night in Karachi.

4. Karachi Kings (Played 6, Won 2, Lost 4)

Karachi Kings may feel hard done by lady luck as three of their four defeats have been by close margins – by two runs against Peshawar Zalmi, by six runs against Quetta Gladiators and by three runs against Multan Sultans at the latter’s home. They will, however, take heart from their crushing 66-run win over Multan Sultans on Sunday in what was their last match at home, and how they steamrolled arch rivals Lahore Qalandars by 67 runs. They will not have home advantage anymore as they travel to Rawalpindi, where they play Peshawar Zalmi, Islamabad United and Quetta Gladiators before locking horns with Lahore Qalandars at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore on 12 March, which will be the last group match of this edition.

Imad Wasim, the Karachi Kings captain, has led his team from front. He leads his side’s batting and bowling charts with 180 runs at an average of 90 and strike rate of 176.47 and seven wickets at 22. Tayyab Tahir, who was selected for Pakistan’s squad for New Zealand ODIs in January, promises to be an exciting prospect as he smashed a match-winning half-century against Multan Sultans on what was his HBL PSL debut.

5. Peshawar Zalmi (Played 5, Won 2, Lost 3)

When they play Karachi Kings tomorrow in what will be the first match at the Pindi Cricket Stadium of this HBL PSL edition, they will hope that the result is a repeat of the last encounter between the two sides, and it leads to a series of wins. Never before in the history of the HBL PSL they have failed to qualify for the Playoffs and they will hope that the streak continues. Their captain, Babar Azam, has been leading the franchise from the front. He has amassed 178 runs at an average of 44.50 and has smashed two half-centuries. While it is critical for Peshawar Zalmi that Babar’s bat continues to ooze runs, in Mohammad Haris and Saim Ayub, both of whom have made 108 runs each, they have two young batters who have taken the league by storm.

When it comes to their batting styles, the two are on different ends of the spectrum, but it is difficult to look away from the screen when either is at the crease. Haris is your modern-day T20 batter whose breath-taking stroke play in built upon improvisation and manoeuvring and Saim’s repertoire of traditional shots oozes elegance and class. Both have been effective in the top-order. Haris’ strike rate reads a staggering 180 and Saim Ayub has scored two half-centuries. The two will be critical to Peshawar Zalmi as the league moves on.

6. Quetta Gladiators (Played 5, Won 1, Lost 4)

It has been another underwhelming season for them. Since their successful campaign in 2019, Quetta Gladiators have been unable to qualify for the Playoffs and all indicators point towards another finish at the bottom. They have faced heavy defeats to Multan Sultans (nine wickets), Lahore Qalandars and Islamabad United (both by 63 runs) and their only win in this edition was against Karachi Kings, in what was their second match of the tournament. Quetta Gladiators will be eager to have a change in fortunes when they take on Lahore Qalandars on 2 March at the Gaddafi Stadium.

Mohammad Hasnain, the right-arm fast bowler, played a crucial role when Quetta Gladiators lifted the title in 2019. He was the player of the final and that he is in form and the best bowler from his side is a good sign for Sarfaraz Ahmed’s side. His figures of eight wickets from five innings at an average of 19.37 is a testament of how good he has been and Quetta Gladiators will hope he continues to deliver as the tournament progresses.

None of the Quetta Gladiators batters is in the top 10 of the highest run-getters list. Martin Guptill, who made the first century of this edition in that win against Karachi Kings, is 12th with 151 runs from five innings. As they play their last round of league matches, they will be pinning hopes on Iftikhar Ahmed to fire. Iftikhar is the third best batter in T20s this year with 478 runs at an average of 47.80 and a strike rate of 148.44.

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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Prime Minister’s Youth Skill Development Program

Lahore, February 28, 2023 (PPI-OT):Prime Minister’s Youth Programme is organizing a session on Skilling and Certification for the students today. Please join Twitter Space session at 10 PM to enhance your skills.

For more information, contact:
University of Central Punjab (UCP)
Khayaban-e-Jinnah Road, Johar Town, Lahore, Pakistan
Phone: +92-42-35880007
Fax: +92-42-35954892
Email: info@ucp.edu.pk
Website: https://www.ucp.edu.pk/

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L’Oreal Brandstorm Recruitment Drive 

Lahore, February 28, 2023 (PPI-OT):

Dear FCCU Student,

Get Ready for the Virtual Visit of L’Oreal Pakistan

Team L’Oreal is coming to FC College virtually on Wednesday, 1st March’2023 at 1 pm to meet you!

The team will be present at an online meeting room to tell you all about L’Oreal’s Recruitment Drive. Brandstorm is a global innovation beauty-tech challenge from the way from which L’Oreal recruits Management Trainees, Project Trainees and Summer Interns.

The link to join the meeting is attached below:

Link to join the Microsoft Teams meeting

This is your chance to discover L’Oreal and ask the team all your questions. Moreover, they will also guide each one of you regarding how to ramp up your CV and, tips and tricks to ace interview.

Before the visit, please be sure to register yourselves on the Brandstorm portal:

https://brandstorm.loreal.com/

For more information, contact:
Forman Christian College
Ferozpur Road, Lahore 54600, Pakistan
Tel: +92-42-99231581-8
Fax: +92-42-99230703
E-Mail: contact@fccollege.edu.pk
Website: www.fccollege.edu.pk

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60 Years of Friendship: Habib University Hosts EU Roadshow 2023

Karachi, February 28, 2023 (PPI-OT):Habib University on February 23, 2023, in collaboration with European Union in Pakistan, hosted a European Union Roadshow, EU Roadshow 2023, which provided students with valuable insights into the EU and Erasmus+ opportunities.

This event marked 60 years of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and the European Union and aimed to deepen the understanding of students about the EU and the countless opportunities it offers.

Habib University has been selected as one of the top 5 universities in Pakistan to host the EU Roadshow this year. This prestigious opportunity is a testament to the University’s commitment to providing world-class education and fostering global partnerships.

The event began with a brief introduction by Ms. Nosheen Bukhari, Project Manager at Foundation for Arts, Culture and Education (FACE), and Ms. Sidra Tariq, Senior Manager, Office of Global Engagement, Habib University, followed by a welcome message from Dr. Aamir Hasan, Vice President, and Academic Affairs.

The opening words were delivered by Mr. Thomas Seiler, Deputy Head of Delegation of the European Union to Pakistan, who discussed the importance of strengthening diplomatic relations between the EU and Pakistan. “The European Union and Pakistan have enjoyed strong diplomatic ties for the past 60 years.

And we are pleased to partner with an institution like Habib University that shares our values and is committed to promoting cultural exchange. Through events like the European Union Road Show, we hope to continue to strengthen our ties and provide students with valuable opportunities for personal and professional growth.”

The event also included the European Union Exhibition which was a fantastic initiative to promote the various opportunities offered by European Union. The exhibition provided students with a unique opportunity to learn about the EU, its history, culture, and values through information booths.

A group of students from Habib University had volunteered to be trained by the EU delegation; their training allowed them to serve as spokespersons for the European Union delegation at the various booths.

Habib University’s students participated enthusiastically throughout the event, and broadened their horizon by learning from their peers about the bilateral relations between the two regions, and the historically standing commitment to the provision of education to bring about positive social change.

Also, part of the exhibition, The Dosti Truck, placed on the Habib University campus, served as a symbol of the 60-year friendship between Pakistan and the EU. The Dosti Truck is a beautiful visual representation of Pakistani trucks, which are not just a means of transportation, but also a symbol of the cultural heritage of Pakistan.

The truck’s artwork highlighted all the special aspects of Pakistani and European culture and is a reminder of the strong diplomatic relations between the two regions based on cultural exchange and collaboration.

The next part of the event focused on an informative session on the EU and Erasmus+. Ms. Yusra Afzal, Team Lead, Career Advising and Training, provided an introduction and Mr. Shoaib Khan, Assistant Director, Career Services and Alumni Office, also delivered a welcome message to the attendees.

“At Habib University, we believe that our students deserve the best career opportunities available. Our Office of Career Services is dedicated to giving our students the tools and resources they need to succeed in their careers,” said Mr. Shoaib Khan.

He continued by saying, “And our partnership with the European Union and the Erasmus+ program is an excellent example of our commitment to providing our students with the best possible opportunities for personal and professional growth.”

Pakistan and the European Union have a long history of collaboration in promoting education. The EU has been a key partner for Pakistan in providing support for education initiatives, including funding for scholarships and exchange programs, and support for primary education, vocational training, and teacher training programs.

The presentation on EU and Erasmus+ was given by Samar Akhtar Saeed, Communication Officer, and Delegation of the European Union to Pakistan. “Erasmus+ is more than just a study abroad program. It provides students with an opportunity to develop their cultural awareness and gain international experience that will be valuable in their personal and professional lives.”

Following the presentation, there was a panel discussion with Erasmus+ alumni. The alumni shared their experiences with the program and provided valuable insights into the application process, the benefits of participating in the program, and how it has helped them in their personal and professional growth.

Finally, the event concluded with a Q and A session where students had the opportunity to ask questions and clarify their doubts about the EU and Erasmus+. The session was informative, and the students gained valuable insights into the scholarship program and the EU.

The event was a remarkable success, and it is hoped that such initiatives will continue to foster stronger diplomatic ties between Pakistan and the EU in the years to come. The event also provided a platform for Habib University to strengthen its ties with the EU, fostering a sense of camaraderie and collaboration for future educational initiatives.

For more information, contact:
Habib University
Karachi, Pakistan
Tel: +92-21-34301051-55
Email: marketing@habib.edu.pk
Website: www.habib.edu.pk

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Leaders at LUMS: A Captivating Conversation with Mr. Zain Hak 

Lahore, February 28, 2023 (PPI-OT):The 18th session of Leaders at LUMS was an inspirational dialogue about management practices, leadership styles, sports, and work-life balance between Mr. Zain Hak, Global Vice President, Agriculture and Forestry, Shell and Mr. Mohammed Ali Khan, Executive Director, Strategic Initiatives at LUMS.

An MBA graduate from Cambridge, Mr. Hak has 28 years of experience in refining, marketing, trading and supply management markets in Latin America, Africa, Japan, Oceania, Europe and the Caribbean. As Global Vice President, he also serves as Chairman on the board of Shell Pakistan Ltd.

Prior to that, he held the position of General Manager Asia for Shell Fleet Solutions, where he developed the business to a point where Shell gained a prominent role in offering fleet, mobility and energy solutions across Asia.

Mr. Haq kicked off the session by sharing his sentiments on being at LUMS, “As a Pakistani coming to LUMS and seeing what the University does, is very inspirational. I’ve been a big fan of LUMS for many years because I’ve worked with a lot of LUMS alumni. LUMS does an excellent job of educating students and this is reflected in its well-rounded graduates. It is a privilege to be here.”

The discussion progressed into sharing insights about functional and behavioural learning, the importance of education and the parameters that we set for ourselves, that determine how successful we are in life. “Functional and behavioural learning is different. Behavioural learning is difficult to understand, but it is possible with careful observation; the key is to learn from others,” he said.

Talking about lessons from failure, Mr. Hak stated, “The important thing to remember is how you learn from your failure, how you inculcate that learning in your future endeavours. It’s easy to not revisit traumatic experiences but it’s important to go back to them in order to learn from them. Through my experiences in life, I’ve learned about this simple and beautiful concept that if you don’t fail from time to time, it means you’re not taking enough risks and thus you’re not learning anything.”

Management, leadership, risk taking, and team building were common themes during the session as Mr. Hak captivated and inspired the audience with his extensive knowledge of literature, philosophy and business management. Answering a question about mentors, he shared, “Life is very short; you simply can’t experience everything, but you can learn from different people and their lives. I had many role models in my life, and I have learned a lot from them.”

Talking about resilience, Mr. Hak shared how to develop resilience in the workplace, “When there is a lot of pressure at work, take charge! The more difficult situations you experience, the more ability you gain to handle them.”

The discussion also steered towards global warming and the effect of greenhouse gases in Pakistan and how Shell Pakistan is spearheading initiatives for emissions control, and leading the shift to electrical vehicles, for a greener, sustainable, eco-friendly environment.

At the end of the session, Vice Chancellor, Dr. Arshad Ahmad appreciated Mr. Hak for sharing his knowledgeable insights. He also extended his gratitude to Shell for being a long-term ally of LUMS, “I want to thank Shell for being a founding partner and member of the board when LUMS came into existence 35 years ago. They are very generous in supporting scholarships.”

The floor was open for questions throughout the session, which resulted in a poignant exchange of ideas between the audience and the speaker.

For more information, contact:
Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS)
D.H.A. Lahore Cantt. 54792
Lahore, Pakistan
Tel: +92-42-35608000
Fax: +92-42-35725048
Website: www.lums.edu.pk