POWERCHINA completes installation of seven transformers at Pakistan’s highest-voltage substation

Mansehra: China’s POWERCHINA has successfully positioned all seven 765-kilovolt (kV) main transformers at its Mansehra Substation Project in Pakistan, marking a major milestone in the construction of the country’s highest-voltage substation. The achievement signals a significant breakthrough in the development of Pakistan’s power transmission infrastructure, with the project now entering the comprehensive equipment installation phase. […]

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Japan-funded water supply project provides clean drinking water to 6,000 residents in Mansehra

Islamabad: A Japan-funded water supply project has been completed in Village Bakki, Mansehra, providing safe drinking water to more than 6,000 residents and significantly improving access to essential water facilities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Japanese Ambassador to Pakistan Akamatsu Shuichi inaugurated the water supply system on Tuesday, marking the completion of the project implemented by Friends […]

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NAB safeguards national assets worth over Rs241 billion in major two-month achievement

Islamabad: The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has protected national assets and public resources worth approximately Rs241.408 billion through three major initiatives undertaken by its Islamabad/Rawalpindi office over the past two months, marking a significant contribution towards safeguarding state-owned property and preventing the misuse of public wealth. The achievements include securing thousands of kanals of Pakistan […]

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Umar Rehman Malik Calls for Urgent Action on Tharparkar Drought and Crop Losses

Pakistan Peoples Party Leader Umar Rehman Malik has expressed serious concern over reports that 85 to 90 per cent of cultivated crops in Tharparkar have been destroyed or rendered unproductive, warning that the situation poses a grave threat to food security, rural livelihoods and the wellbeing of vulnerable communities. He said the scale of the […]

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Bilawal Bhutto calls for zero tolerance for crimes against journalists

Liaquat Ali Islamabad: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has called for stronger protection of journalists against threats, violence, harassment and murder, saying the state and society share a collective responsibility to ensure that media workers can perform their duties without fear. In his message on the International Day to End Impunity for […]

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Portugal-Sindh cooperation gains momentum as Murad invites Portuguese investment in water, energy

Newswire Karachi: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah this week invited Portuguese companies to invest in Sindh’s water, energy and infrastructure sectors, while seeking Portugal’s technological expertise in desalination and football development to address Karachi’s growing water needs and promote young sporting talent in Lyari. During a meeting with Portugal’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Paulo […]

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UK opens new doors for Pakistani talent through Chevening scholarships

Celina Ali Islamabad: For ambitious young Pakistanis dreaming of studying at some of the world’s finest universities, Britain is opening another promising chapter. A new partnership under the UK Government’s prestigious Chevening scholarship programme is creating fresh opportunities for talented Pakistani students to pursue fully funded master’s degrees in the United Kingdom, strengthening educational ties […]

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Rubio acknowledges Pakistan’s concerns over terrorism from Afghan soil, offers US role

Newswire Atlanta: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio this week acknowledged Pakistan’s concerns over terrorist attacks originating from Afghan territory, saying Washington has taken note of Islamabad’s position and would be willing to play a constructive role if an opportunity arises. Speaking at a press briefing in Atlanta, Georgia, Rubio said the United States was […]

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Pakistan, Kazakhstan seek stronger trade and investment ties, focus on connectivity, private-sector cooperation

Celina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan and Kazakhstan have reaffirmed their commitment to expanding bilateral economic cooperation, boosting trade and exploring new investment opportunities, with both sides emphasising stronger business-to-business (B2B) engagement, improved connectivity and effective implementation of existing agreements. The understanding was reached during a meeting between Federal Minister for Investment Qaiser Ahmad Sheikh and Deputy […]

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Dr Toaha Qureshi: Advancing housing and social development through four decades of service

Abdullah Jan Islamabad: From addressing housing challenges to strengthening communities, Prof Dr Toaha Qureshi MBE has dedicated much of his professional life to improving living conditions, supporting social development and creating opportunities for people to build better futures. For Professor Dr Toaha Qureshi MBE, housing is more than the provision of accommodation. It is closely […]

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