Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) is facing calls for an investigation following serious allegations of overbilling, bribery, prolonged electricity outages and alleged misconduct in Chunian’s Allahabad area. The matter was raised in the Punjab Assembly, where Treasury member Ahsan Raza Khan submitted an adjournment motion highlighting complaints reportedly faced by electricity consumers in the area. […]
CDA Seals Itifaq Residencia Offices Over Alleged Illegal Development in Islamabad
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has sealed the site and marketing offices of private housing scheme Itifaq Residencia on Simly Dam Link Road in Islamabad’s Zone-IV (D), citing alleged development activities carried out without the required regulatory approvals. According to an official CDA document, the housing scheme started development work without obtaining approval for its […]
El Nino Could Cause 451,000 Additional Heat-Related Deaths Worldwide
This year’s powerful El Nino weather pattern could lead to an estimated 451,000 additional heat-related deaths worldwide through February 2027, according to a new projection from the Climate Impact Lab at the University of Chicago. Researchers say the ongoing El Nino could become one of the strongest on record, bringing unusually high temperatures and increasing […]
Government Launches Digital Complaint System for Petrol Relief Scheme
The Pakistan government has launched a new digital complaint system to help citizens report and track problems related to the petrol relief scheme. The initiative aims to make the complaint process more accessible by allowing people to submit their concerns through the PAK app instead of relying solely on traditional complaint channels. According to the […]
Pakistan’s Internet Quality Expected to Improve by October, PTA Chairman Says
Internet services across Pakistan are expected to see noticeable improvement by October, Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Chairman Hafizur Rehman told a Senate committee amid growing concerns over slow speeds and repeated disruptions. The assurance came during a meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on Information Technology and Telecommunications, where lawmakers raised concerns about poor internet […]
Govt Pushes Pakistani Halal Businesses to Compete in Global Markets
The government is seeking to strengthen Pakistan’s position in the global halal economy by encouraging local halal businesses to identify international markets where they can compete, expand and build long-term growth. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb emphasized the importance of a targeted approach during a meeting with Islamic Chamber of Commerce and Development Secretary-General Shaikh Yousef […]
Gilgit-Baltistan Considers Glacier Protection Authority to Safeguard Nearly 700 Glaciers
The Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) government is planning a major initiative to strengthen climate resilience by considering the establishment of a dedicated Glacier Protection Authority. The proposed body would focus on preserving the region’s nearly 700 glaciers while improving disaster preparedness and environmental management in one of Pakistan’s most climate-sensitive areas. The proposal was discussed during a […]
Pakistan Welcomes First RoRo Vessel Carrying Over 2,000 Imported Electric Vehicles
Pakistan has achieved a major milestone in its automotive and maritime sectors with the arrival of its first roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) vessel carrying more than 2,000 imported electric vehicles (EVs). The development marks the country’s first use of the specialized RoRo shipping service for automobile imports, paving the way for faster, safer, and more efficient vehicle […]
Senate Committee Approves Bill to Issue Blue Passports to Children of MNAs
The Senate Standing Committee on Interior has unanimously approved the Members of Parliament Salaries and Allowances (Amendment) Bill, 2026, introducing a proposal to issue blue passports to the dependent children of members of Parliament. The move is part of a broader amendment aimed at updating the benefits and privileges available to lawmakers. The bill was […]
Monsoon Rains Push Tarbela Dam Water Level 82 Feet Above Dead Level as Reservoir Storage Grows
The ongoing monsoon season has significantly increased water levels at Tarbela Dam, with the country’s largest reservoir recording a steady rise as heavy rainfall continues across northern regions of Pakistan. According to the latest figures released by the dam administration on Tuesday, the water level has climbed to 1,484.20 feet, placing it 82 feet above […]