8 h. ago Pakistan powers up: final agreements for Karachi’s nuclear plants approved

Pakistan is moving ahead with signing power purchase agreements for its two major nuclear power plants in Karachi — K-2 and K-3. These agreements involve three parties: the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC), the National Transmission and Despatch Company (NTDC), and the Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA-G). The approval came during a recent meeting of […]

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9 h. ago Pakistan approves Rs 25 billion for key projects, focuses on energy, education, and digital growth

The Central Development Working Party (CDWP) has approved eight major projects worth Rs 25.19 billion. Additionally, it recommended a Rs 10.67 billion hydropower project in Gilgit-Baltistan to ECNEC for final approval. These decisions were made in a meeting chaired by Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal, aiming to boost growth in energy, education, transport, and IT sectors. […]

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56 h. ago Sindh boosts education budget by 18%, prioritizes digital learning and student support

The Sindh government has allocated Rs613.36 billion for education in the 2025–26 budget. This is an 18% increase from last year’s Rs519 billion. The budget covers all education levels, from primary to university, and includes both development and non-development expenses. A major portion, Rs524.32 billion, will go toward non-development spending, like salaries and school operations. […]

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4 d. ago Mayor Murtaza Wahab demands Rs100 billion for Karachi’s development

Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab urged all political parties to work together for the city’s progress. He stressed that unity is vital to tackle Karachi’s growing challenges. Wahab formally requested Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to release Rs100 billion for urgent development projects in the city. He believes this funding will help solve key issues like infrastructure, […]

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4 d. ago Salary shock: Who approved the big pay raise for Pakistan’s top parliamentarians?

The salaries of the Senate Chairman and National Assembly Speaker were increased through decisions made within their own parliamentary committees. According to sources, the Senate’s House Finance Committee raised the salaries of the Chairman and Deputy Chairman, while the National Assembly’s House Finance Committee increased the pay of the Speaker and Deputy Speaker. Both committees […]

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4 d. ago Pakistan Senate Summer Internship Program 2025: All you need to know

ISLAMABAD – Chairman Senate of Pakistan, Yousaf Raza Gillani, has formally approved the launch of the Summer Internship Program 2025

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5 d. ago International exposure: PCB allows key players to join foreign leagues

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has approved No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for several key players, allowing them to join international leagues this summer. Big names like Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi, and Mohammad Rizwan are among those cleared to play. This step is part of the board’s strategy to balance player workload and increase international […]

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6 d. ago Federal government takes 16 development projects from Sindh, assigns them to housing ministry

The federal government has transferred 16 key development projects in Sindh to the Ministry of Housing instead of the provincial government. Chief Minister Sindh, Syed Murad Ali Shah, called this move an attack on provincial autonomy. These projects are part of the budget for 2025-2026, aimed at improving infrastructure in major cities across Sindh. The […]

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7 d. ago Strategic exemptions approved to boost Pakistan’s logistics sector

ISLAMABAD – The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has granted two conditional exemptions in the transport and logistics sector, permitting

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8 d. ago Engro connect acquires all 10,500 jazz telecom towers in $560 million deal

Engro Connect has completed a landmark $560 million deal to buy all 10,500 telecom towers owned and operated by Jazz. This is the first time in Pakistan’s history that a telecom operator has sold its entire tower infrastructure. The deal was finalized after approval from regulatory bodies, including the Competition Commission of Pakistan, and resolving […]

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1 week ago Angelina Jolie Takes First Major Personal Life Decision After Brad Pitt Divorce

Angelina Jolie is reportedly feeling ready to move on from her past with Brad Pitt, years after their split, and is now open to exploring new relationships. Sources claim that the actress, who has focused much of her energy on her children since her divorce, is now ready to embrace adult companionship and possibly settle […]

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1 week ago A Look into PSDP 2025–26 Draft with Infrastructure, Energy, and Development in Focus

ISLAMABAD – Pakistani government unveiled details of ambitious Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) for fiscal year 2025–26, ahead of crucial

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2 w. ago Govt to focus on key projects as budget shrinks to Rs880bn: Ahsan Iqbal

The federal government has decided to focus only on high-priority development projects in the upcoming fiscal year due to limited funds. Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal said on Monday that the total Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) now stands at Rs880 billion, excluding Rs120bn for the N-25 expressway upgrade in Balochistan. The rest of the development […]

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2 w. ago CM outlines budget priorities with focus on development, welfare

KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah chaired a high-level cabinet meeting on Saturday to review budget proposals for the fiscal year 2025-26, setting out the government’s priorities for inclusive development, poverty reduction, and sustainable progress. He highlighted key focus areas including water supply, drainage infrastructure, solar energy expansion, education, healthcare, agriculture, and industrial development. […]

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2 w. ago World bank flags delays in Punjab health project despite notable gains

ISLAMABAD – The World Bank has rated the Punjab Human Capital Investment Project (PHCIP) as “moderately unsatisfactory,” pointing to delays in implementation despite visible progress in key areas. The project, launched in March 2020, originally had a budget of $200 million but was later revised to $146.31 million. PHCIP aims to improve access to quality […]

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2 w. ago Punjab Government Prepares Fiscal Strategy to Boost Revenue and Economic Growth

Lahore – The Punjab government is adopting a proactive approach to prepare for the upcoming fiscal year by focusing on expanding provincial resources and enhancing revenue generation. In a recent meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Resource Mobilisation, chaired by Punjab Finance Minister Mujtaba Shuja-ur-Rehman, key officials from tax and revenue departments reviewed projected financial […]

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2 w. ago Italy Schengen visa from Pakistan 2025 – approval chances, bank statement update

If you are planning to apply for a Schengen visa of an European country from Pakistan, Italy may be one

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2 w. ago PTCL partners with Mercantile for iPhone 16 rollout in Pakistan

PTCL Group (Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited & Ufone 4G), Pakistan’s leading telecom and ICT services provider, has partnered with Mercantile, Apple’s official distributor in Pakistan, to introduce exclusive iPhone 16 offerings that feature extended warranty, instant insurance, and tailored telecom benefits. Mercantile is proud to bring authentic, PTA-approved Apple products to Pakistan, backed by a […]

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3 w. ago Sindh, federal govt push motorway projects to boost trade links

In a major push to improve trade routes and port access, Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah and Federal Communication Minister Aleem Khan led a high-level meeting to fast-track key road projects. The focus was on speeding up the long-delayed M-6 Motorway, launching the proposed M-10 freight corridor, and resolving traffic bottlenecks that are affecting […]

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3 w. ago Murad, IsDB team discuss WASH project, houses for flood affectees

Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah held a meeting with a high-level delegation from the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), led by Regional Director Dr. Walid Abdelwahab and the discussion focused on two key projects: the Sindh Flood Emergency Housing Reconstruction Project (SFEHRP) and the Sindh Integrated Health and Women Empowerment Project, both of which […]

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