Punjab’s major textile hub, Faisalabad, is set to undergo a massive sewerage system upgrade aimed at solving long-standing drainage issues. The Water and Sanitation Agency Faisalabad has prepared a PC-II project worth Rs. 141 billion to modernize the city’s aging infrastructure and improve sanitation services. The project has been designed to tackle sewerage challenges that […]
Silk Arena Ushers in a New Phase of Community Sports and Lifestyle Development in Surjani Town
Urban expansion in Karachi has historically focused more on increasing housing capacity than on building lifestyle infrastructure. In Surjani Town, however, a gradual transformation is taking place as new developments begin to incorporate spaces that support both community interaction and recreational activities. A major contributor to this evolving urban landscape is Silk Gardens, a large-scale […]
Pakistan Hockey Federation Announces Major Reform Plan to Revamp Structure and Player Development
The Pakistan Hockey Federation has unveiled a comprehensive reform agenda aimed at restructuring its internal systems and revitalizing the sport across the country. The decision was taken following a key meeting of the federation’s adhoc committee, signaling a renewed push to restore hockey’s competitive strength at both domestic and international levels. In an official statement, […]
Gold Prices Surge in Pakistan After US-Israel Strike on Iran
Gold rates in Pakistan recorded a sharp spike on Monday as investors rushed toward safe-haven assets following escalating tensions in the Middle East. The surge came after reports of a joint US-Israel strike on Iran, which triggered global uncertainty and volatility across financial markets. According to rates issued by the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa […]
ECC Approves Low-Cost Housing Scheme With Rs. 10 Million Loan Limit
The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet has approved revised features of the “Mera Ghar Mera Aashiana (MGMA)” mortgage financing scheme, increasing the maximum loan limit to Rs. 10 million. The meeting was held at the Finance Division under the chairmanship of Muhammad Aurangzeb, Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue. The ECC reviewed a […]
Green Line Express Derails Near Rawalpindi Railway Station, No Injuries Reported
A potentially major railway disaster was averted on Tuesday after the Green Line Express derailed near the Bakery Chowk area shortly after departing from Rawalpindi Railway Station. The incident occurred between Rawalpindi and Nur Junction when the locomotive and several coaches of the high-profile express train went off the tracks. Fortunately, railway authorities confirmed that […]
NADRA Introduces QR-Enabled CNICs and Lifetime Validity for Senior Citizens
The Government of Pakistan has officially introduced major amendments to the country’s identity card framework, modernizing the structure and security of national identification documents. The changes were notified through S.R.O. 330(I)/2026 and S.R.O. 331(I)/2026 under Section 44 of the National Database and Registration Authority Ordinance, 2000, and published in the Gazette of Pakistan on February […]
Punjab Launches Free Land Scheme for Farmers Under “Apna Khet, Apna Rozgar” Initiative
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced a landmark initiative to provide free state land to peasants starting in April. The program, titled “Apna Khet, Apna Rozgar,” aims to strengthen the agricultural backbone of the province and create sustainable livelihood opportunities. Under the scheme, all cultivable government land across Punjab will be leased to eligible […]
FBR to Auction Bahria Town’s 527 Kanal Murree Property on March 5
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is set to auction 527 kanals of land owned by Bahria Town in Tehsil Murree on March 5, 2026, to recover approximately Rs. 26 billion in unpaid income taxes for the tax years 2020 and 2022, according to sources. The auction will take place at the Large Taxpayers Office […]
Pakistan and United States Sign MoU to Redevelop Roosevelt Hotel in New York
The governments of Pakistan and the United States have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance cooperation on the future of the historic Roosevelt Hotel in New York. The agreement marks a significant step in bilateral economic collaboration. The strategic initiative focuses on the operation, maintenance, renovation, and potential redevelopment of the property. Officials […]