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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 […]
4.5 Million Tons of Wheat Reportedly Missing from Punjab as Stock Discrepancy Raises Questions
A major discrepancy in Pakistan’s wheat inventory has reportedly emerged after millions of tons of wheat were found missing from official records, raising serious concerns about stock management and transparency. According to reports, approximately 4.5 million tons of wheat are unaccounted for in Punjab, while another 600,000 tons are reportedly missing from official records in […]
Three Fertilizer Plants Halt Urea Production Due to LNG Supply Shortage
Pakistan’s fertilizer sector has been affected by a shortage of re-gasified liquefied natural gas (RLNG), forcing three major urea manufacturing plants to suspend operations. The shutdown follows the federal government’s decision to curtail RLNG supplies in response to the prevailing regional situation, raising concerns about fertilizer production and supply in the coming weeks. The affected […]
HEC Opens Law-GAT 2026 Registration; Test Scheduled for August 9
The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has officially started online registration for the Law Graduate Assessment Test (Law-GAT) 2026, providing aspiring lawyers with the opportunity to complete a mandatory requirement for enrolment with the Bar in Pakistan. The Law-GAT is conducted through the HEC’s Education Testing Council (ETC) and serves as a compulsory examination for law […]