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DPM Dar for actionable, targeted measures to restore financial sustainability of energy sector
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister (DPM/FM), Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Thursday underscored the urgency of adopting structural reforms to safeguard the energy sector’s viability.
“We must implement actionable and…
Nepra reduces electricity price by Rs1.89 per unit
ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has approved a reduction of Rs1.89 per unit in electricity prices under the quarterly tariff adjustment for the period April to June 2025.
The power regulatory authority…
CDA to use drones, Google Earth surveillance for anti-encroachment drive
Islamabad: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) is stepping up its campaign against illegal encroachments across Islamabad with a tech-driven strategy that includes drone surveillance and satellite monitoring.
CDA Chairman and Chief…
Ahsan Iqbal highlights minorities’ role in Pakistan Movement
Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal, on Thursday highlighted the vital role played by minorities in the Pakistan Movement, that resulted in creation of an independent homeland.
Speaking…
Weather alert: Heavy rains, floods and landslides expected
ISLAMABAD: Get ready, folks! The skies are gearing up to unleash heavy rains Thursday night and Friday morning as weather remains humid throughout the country.
The Pakistan Meteorlgoical Department (PMD) warned about rising water levels…
NAB starts auctioning of Malik Riaz’s properties
RAWALPINDI: The auction process of Bahria Town founder Malik Riaz’s properties has begun at the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Rawalpindi office, sources confirmed on Thursday.
The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) had set…
KP govt releases Rs5.22bn for cash-strapped universities
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa finance department on Wednesday released a fund of Rs5.22 billion for the University of Peshawar and other financially distressed universities.
According to a finance department notification, Rs1.59…
Four miners trapped as emerald mine collapses in Swat
PESHAWAR: Four miners were trapped under debris after an emerald mine collapsed in the Malook Abad area of Swat district on Wednesday evening, officials said.
According to initial reports, the incident occurred when workers were inside…
COAS Field Marshal Asim Munir to Visit U.S. Amid Strengthening Pakistan-U.S. Ties
ISLAMABAD: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir is set to travel to the United States this week, marking his second visit in less than two months, according to foreign media reports. The visit comes amid deepening…