Naqvi Reviews Police Projects to Accelerate Reforms in Islamabad

ISLAMABAD: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi carried out an extensive inspection of key law enforcement and infrastructure projects in the capital, signalling a renewed push for police reforms and improved public service delivery. During his visit, the minister reviewed progress on the under construction Islamabad Model Jail, where work on barracks, administrative facilities and the […]

Ataturk Avenue Expansion Gets Green Signal After Years of Delay

ISLAMABAD: The long awaited expansion of Ataturk Avenue from D Chowk to Ayub Chowk is set to begin, with the Capital Development Authority awarding the contract and preparing to launch work within days. The project is expected to be completed within two months, marking a significant step toward easing traffic flow in the capital. The […]

Punjab Launches Mega Filtration Plan to Deliver Clean Water Across Region

RAWALPINDI: A major public health initiative has been launched as the Punjab government begins installing 1,180 water filtration plants across Rawalpindi division to tackle drinking water issues and improve access to safe water. The project, led by the Punjab Clean Water Authority, covers six districts including Rawalpindi, Attock, Murree, Chakwal, Talagang and Jhelum, with a […]

Pakistan Oil Tanker Crosses Tense Hormuz Waters as Energy Supply Lifeline Holds

ISLAMABAD: A Pakistan bound oil tanker carrying crude has successfully navigated the tense waters of the Strait of Hormuz and is now sailing toward the country, offering a crucial boost to Pakistan’s energy supply chain amid escalating regional tensions. According to ship tracking data cited by Bloomberg, the Pakistan flagged Aframax tanker Karachi cleared the […]

Cnergyico Moves to Pipeline Based Diesel Transport in Major Energy Logistics Shift

KARACHI: Cnergyico Pk Limited has taken a strategic step to modernise Pakistan’s energy supply chain by approving a long term pipeline transportation arrangement with Asia Petroleum Limited. The agreement, disclosed to the Pakistan Stock Exchange, signals a major transition from road based fuel movement to integrated pipeline infrastructure. The Head of Terms Agreement allows Cnergyico […]

Pakistan Power Generation Hits Record 9140 GWh in January 2026 on Industrial Demand Surge

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s power generation climbed to a record 9140 gigawatt hours in January 2026, marking the highest monthly electricity output in the country’s history, according to a report by Topline Securities. The brokerage attributed the surge to lower electricity tariffs, higher industrial consumption, and a shift of captive power users to the national grid. Analysts […]

Digital Property Transfer and Online Building Plan Approval System to Launch in Rawalpindi

The Rawalpindi Development Authority is set to introduce a comprehensive digital property transfer and online building plan approval system, marking a major step toward modernising urban governance in the city. The initiative aims to enhance transparency, efficiency, and accountability in real estate and construction related processes. According to RDA officials, complete data for issuing QR […]

Strict NOC Rule Enforced for Road Digging in Rawalpindi to Protect Infrastructure

RAWALPINDI: Authorities have made it mandatory for all utility services and organisations to obtain a formal no objection certificate before digging roads for development or uplift work in Rawalpindi. The decision aims to protect road infrastructure, ensure timely restoration and minimise inconvenience to the public. The directive was issued by Divisional Commissioner Rawalpindi Amir Khattak […]

CJP Yahya Afridi and Justice Naeem Afghan to Get New Kitchen Appliances, ACs on Public Expense

ISLAMABAD: At a time when the country continues to grapple with a persistent resource crunch, state institutions appear to be pressing ahead with avoidable expenditures, as the Capital Development Authority has floated tenders worth around Rs5 million for the procurement of kitchen appliances and installation of air conditioners at residences allotted to two Supreme Court […]