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Meezan Bank Conducts Islamic Banking Seminars
Jan 20th
Meezan Bank Limited conducted a series of seminars on Islamic Banking at 20 locations in various cities across Pakistan. These seminars were in line with the bank’s vision of making Islamic banking the banking of first choice and to increase the awareness amongst the general public about the importance and benefits of Islamic banking, says the bank’s press release.
Islamic banking has grown very rapidly in Pakistan but people are generally not clear on the concepts on which it is based. These seminars would dispel the misunderstandings about Islamic banking, give access to the general public for one-on-one discussions, answer queries, More >
Bank Alfalah and PMN Ink Accords with IBA
Jan 17th
Bank Alfalah Limited and Pakistan Microfinance Network recently signed two separate agreements with Institute of Business Administration, Karachi which will enhance collaboration among these organizations.
Through the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between Bank Alfalah Limited (BAFL) and Institute of Business Administration (IBA), the Bank will provide Rs.33 million to the IBA Endowment Fund over a period of three years. This fund is aimed for MBA Banking and Financial Services, research and teaching courses.
This partnership reinforces Bank Alfalah’s seriousness in making intelligent investments to nurture the future generation of highly-qualified bankers.
While the other MoU signed between Pakistan Microfinance Network (PMN) and IBA will More >
Interest Free Loan for Students in Pakistan
Jan 11th
National Bank of Pakistan in collaboration with four other major commercial banks in Pakistan is offering interest free loans for students. These interest free loans are aimed at helping students who need financial assistance to continue their education. Loans are provided to students enrolled in the disciplines of scientific, technical or professional education within Pakistan at graduation, post-graduation or PhD level.
The loan amount will cover educational fee, boarding charges and textbook expenses, but will not cover meals. Student will be required to repay the loan amount in a maximum of ten years starting for the date of loan disbursement. First More >
