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CDA Begins Issuing Allotment Letters to E-12 Affectees After Decades of Delay
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has begun issuing allotment letters to affectees of Islamabad’s Sector E-12, marking a significant step toward resolving a long-running issue linked to the development of the sector. The move is expected to enable the civic authority to take possession of the required land and move forward with development activities that […]
Government Finalizes Major CSS and Civil Service Reform Plan
The federal government has finalized a major civil service reform plan that could introduce significant changes to CSS examinations, recruitment procedures, training, performance assessments, promotions and the pay structure for federal employees. The reform package was discussed during a multiparty consultation led by Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal on Thursday. The consultation resulted in agreement on […]
NDMA Issues Flood Alert as Heavy Rains Raise Risks Across Several Parts of Pakistan
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a flood alert for several parts of Pakistan as heavy rainfall increases the risk of flooding in vulnerable and low-lying areas. The warning was issued through the NDMA’s National Emergencies Operation Centre, which is monitoring the developing weather situation and potential flood threats across different regions. According […]
E-Challan System Launched on Hazara Motorway to Recover Outstanding Traffic Fines
The e-challan enforcement system has officially become operational on the Hazara Motorway, introducing a new method for recovering outstanding traffic fines from motorists. Under the system, vehicles with unpaid e-challans can be identified as they approach designated motorway interchanges. Motorway police can then take action to recover the outstanding fines before motorists leave the motorway. […]
Govt Moves Closer to ZTBL Privatization as Transaction Plan Advances
The privatization of Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited (ZTBL) has moved closer to implementation after the Privatisation Commission Board approved the proposed transaction structure and restructuring plan for the state-owned financial institution. According to official documents, the transaction structure was prepared by the financial adviser appointed for the privatization process. The recommendations were presented to the […]
Solar Owners Are Rapidly Challenging Pakistan’s Costly Power Plant Business Model
Pakistan’s rapid shift toward solar power is creating a growing challenge for the country’s traditional electricity market, as households and businesses increasingly generate their own electricity instead of relying entirely on the national grid. Official documents cited by ProPakistani show that electricity demand declined by 8.66 percent year-on-year. Several distribution companies (DISCOs) also recorded lower […]
Pakistan Names Its First Ever Lunar Rover Jinnah-1
Pakistan has officially named its first-ever lunar rover Jinnah-1, marking an important milestone in the country’s growing space exploration program. The name was selected following a nationwide competition that attracted thousands of proposals from people across Pakistan. The Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) announced the name after a jury reviewed more than […]
Three-Day Spell of Rain Expected Across Pakistan From August 13 to 15
Pakistan is expected to experience a three-day spell of rain, wind and thundershowers from August 13 to 15, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). The forecast covers several parts of the country, particularly upper and central regions. The weather department said monsoon currents are entering the upper parts of Pakistan, while a westerly wave […]
Nishat-Led Consortium Joins Bid to Acquire FESCO in Pakistan’s Privatization Drive
A powerful consortium of seven publicly listed Pakistani companies has entered the race to acquire the Faisalabad Electric Supply Company (FESCO), marking a significant development in the government’s ongoing privatization program. The move highlights growing private sector interest in Pakistan’s energy distribution sector as authorities continue efforts to improve efficiency and attract strategic investment. Each […]
Government Announces Marginal Reduction in Petrol and Diesel Prices for August
The federal government has announced a slight reduction in the prices of petroleum products, offering limited relief to consumers across Pakistan. The revised fuel rates, issued by the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA), came into effect following the latest pricing review. According to the official notification, the price of motor spirit (MS) petrol has […]