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Karachi: Exuberant celebrations filled with unwavering dedication and opulent prestige marked the 75th anniversary of the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP). Held at the historic Mohatta Palace in Karachi, the event was attended by eminent dignitaries from the government, business community, and customers from across the country. Mr. Rehmat Ali Hasnie, President NBP, warmly welcomed the Chief Guest, Mr. Jameel Ahmad, Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), industrial catalysts, and other distinguished guests alongside members of NBP’s management. The event marked the Diamond Jubilee of NBP’s illustrious journey as a cornerstone of Pakistan’s resilient and robust financial infrastructure. It highlighted the bank’s indispensable role in the nation’s economic and social development and reflected its unwavering commitment to excellence, resilience, and progress. The celebration featured several memorable highlights, including stirring keynote addresses, a meticulously curated commemorative occasion tracing the bank’s remarkable history, and an insightful exploration of its visionary strategies. In his inspiring address to the distinguished gathering, Mr. Rehmat Ali Hasnie reflected on the institution’s remarkable evolution over the past seven decades. He emphasized NBP’s central role in facilitating transformative government initiatives, promoting financial inclusion, and spearheading the digital revolution within Pakistan’s banking sector. Mr. Jameel Ahmad, Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) highlighted, “The 75-year journey of NBP is not only a celebration of past triumphs but a resolute pledge to the future. Our legacy is built on resilience, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to the nation’s prosperity. As we look forward, NBP remains dedicated to pioneering technological advancements, promoting sustainability, and fostering inclusivity, all while continuing to serve as a catalyst for Pakistan’s growth and global prominence,” he declared to enthusiastic applause. The event brought together a distinguished assembly of government officials, business leaders, and representatives of civil society, underscoring NBP’s pivotal role as a trusted partner in driving the nation’s economic progress. Guests had the opportunity to explore the bank’s enduring legacy through immersive, interactive exhibits showcasing its rich history and visionary initiatives in sustainability, digital banking, and financial empowerment. As the event concluded, NBP’s leadership expressed heartfelt gratitude to its dedicated staff, valued partners, and loyal customers, whose unwavering support has been instrumental in the bank’s remarkable success. As NBP embarks on the next chapter of its legacy, it reaffirms its mission to remain at the forefront of Pakistan’s financial sector, committed to fostering innovation, inclusivity, and prosperity for all. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() );Vital People: Grant helps church help the community with food-related projects Church members work at a local farm to grow produce to be given away to those who need it. Jeff Bell Dec 29, 2024 4:15 AM Share by Email Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Print Share via Text Message Volunteers Josephine Daud, left, Aaron Diemer, May Miller, Cherry Acorda and McCoy De Castro show off some of the fresh food available during a pop-up “mini market” at Coastline Church on Caledonia Avenue in Victoria. ADRIAN LAM, TIMES COLONIST Listen to this article 00:03:17 A $25,000 grant for the Victoria Foundation has helped Coastline Church boost its efforts to provide food to people in need, including a program that sees church members working at a farm to grow produce to be given away. The money has had a three-fold benefit — supporting the church’s work on the farm, helping with weekly pop-up “mini markets” to distribute food, and spurring the creation of a community kitchen, said church outreach co-ordinator Bridget Sterling. The pop-ups take place at different sites, including the church’s Caledonia Avenue location, the Cridge Centre for the family, Quadra Village and spots in downtown Victoria and in Langford near Costco. Church members volunteer to have the pop-ups on their property, and set them up in co-ordination with the Victoria Food Share Network, Sterling said. “There’s fresh food there, there’s canned food, bread,” she said. Church members regularly donate food to stock the mini markets. Sterling said the community kitchen is a pilot project for the entire community, and is focused on people who might have not done a lot of cooking or have lost their cooking skills. Being able to cook for yourself and prepare healthy meals can be a huge cost saver, and save the expense of ordering food in, Sterling said. Word of the community kitchen has been steadily getting around, she said. “Some people who signed up for the community kitchen found out about it through the mini markets.” Sterling said posts on social media are also helping. The Central Saanich farm the church is linked to is a steady food source from around March to November, she said, and people in the community keep track of what is available. “We get farm-fresh, chemical-free vegetables,” Sterling said. “The word gets out when things are in harvest.” Along with donating food and hosting the mini markets, church members also give their time to work the farm, she said. “It’s all run 100 per cent by volunteers,” she said. “People go out and weed, they bring their kids — it’s really fun.” The connection to the farm started through the Young Agrarians program, which involves farmers and others working with people interested in agriculture. Sterling said the church was matched with a local farmer, who has been charging only $50 a year in rent. “So he has a really big heart,” she said. “The farmer has always been a contributor to the Mustard Seed and other things.” She said she hopes the impact of the farm produce will continue to develop. “My dream is that we can actually start being able to have people using the farm-fresh ingredients to actually make really beautiful meals for their family,” she said. All of the work being done to bring food to people is fitting together well, Sterling said. While the community kitchen is just getting started, the mini markets have been running for five years and the association with the farm has been in effect for two years, she said. “We wouldn’t have been able to do it the way that we have without the Victoria Foundation,” she said. “They’ve been incredible.” [email protected] See a typo/mistake? Have a story/tip? 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Rocco Becht scored on a 1-yard quarterback sneak on fourth down with 56 seconds left and No. 18 Iowa State edged No. 13 Miami 42-41 on Saturday in the Pop-Tarts Bowl at Orlando, Fla. Becht also passed for 270 yards and three touchdowns as the Cyclones (11-3) overcame a 10-point deficit in the second half to secure their first 11-win season in school history. The Hurricanes (10-3), who lost for the third time in four games after starting the season with a 9-0 record, rushed for 308 yards -- most in school history in a bowl game. However, they had virtually no passing attack in the second half with backup Emory Williams under center. Heisman Trophy finalist Cam Ward threw for 190 yards and three touchdowns for Miami. The first TD was the 156th of his career, breaking the Division I (FBS and FCS) record he shared with Houston's Case Keenum (2007-11) -- before sitting out the second half of his last college game. Williams, who was intercepted on the final play of the game, finished 5-for-14 passing for 26 yards. He was 3-for-8 for 20 yards when the Hurricanes got the ball back one final time at their own 20 with 47 seconds left. No. 17 BYU 36, No. 23 Colorado 14 The Cougars' stout defensive effort shut down the Buffaloes' explosive offense in the Alamo Bowl in San Antonio. The Cougars, who had four sacks and two interceptions, held Colorado to just two rushing yards and 210 yards of total offense. The Buffaloes averaged 34.5 points and nearly 400 yards of offense per game entering the Alamo Bowl. BYU's Parker Kingston had a 64-yard punt return touchdown. Jake Retzlaff completed 12-of-21 passes for 151 yards and two interceptions. LJ Martin (93 rushing yards) had two touchdowns on the ground and Sione I Moa ran one in for the Cougars (11-2). Evan Johnson and Isaiah Glasker had interceptions. Colorado's Shedeur Sanders completed 16-of-23 passes for 208 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions. Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter caught four passes for 106 yards and a touchdown. Sav'ell Smalls added a touchdown catch. No. 22 Army 27, Louisiana Tech 6 Bryson Daily rushed for 127 yards and three touchdowns, setting a single-season FBS record for scores by a quarterback along the way, as the Midshipmen rolled past the Bulldogs in the Independence Bowl in Shreveport, La. Hayden Reed carried 20 times for a career-high 114 yards and a touchdown as Army (12-2) rebounded from a crushing 31-13 loss two weeks ago to Navy, in which the Black Knights relinquished the Commander-in-Chief's trophy. Army improved to 8-3 all-time in bowl games, and its 12 wins are the most in a season in program history. Daily finished his senior season with 32 touchdowns, which topped the previous mark of 31 by an FBS quarterback, set by Navy's Keenan Reynolds in 2013. -Field Level Media