ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday underlined the importance of Pakistan Railways as the backbone of the country’s economy and communication network. Chairing a high-level meeting at the PM House, he directed that international-standard legal and economic experts be hired for projects related to regional connectivity and international train links. The prime minister […]
Infrastructure
Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz launches Phase I of Rawalpindi green electric bus service
RAWALPINDI: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz inaugurated Phase I of the green electric bus service in Rawalpindi on Wednesday, unveiling a fleet of 45 buses operating on four key routes across the city. The new e-buses come equipped with air-conditioning, CCTV cameras, free Wi-Fi, and mobile charging ports. The fare is set at Rs20 per […]
PSDP funds underutilized: Just Rs 76 billion spent by October
ISLAMABAD: The government spent only Rs 76 billion on development projects between July and October 2025. This represents just 7.6 percent of the total Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) budget. Officials cited delays in fund release and flood-related damages as reasons for the slow spending. According to the Ministry of Planning, the government planned to […]
PM Shehbaz, Balochistan CM discuss provincial affairs and security
ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Ahmed Bugti on Monday to discuss key provincial matters. The meeting focused on administrative and development issues in the province, with both leaders emphasizing the need for progress and stability. They also reviewed the overall law and order situation in Balochistan and discussed […]
Hanif Abbasi vows railways reforms to boost trade and connectivity
LAHORE – Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi on Tuesday said that Pakistan Railways is committed to reducing operational costs and enhancing connectivity to facilitate the business community and strengthen the national economy. Speaking at the Lahore Chamber of Commerce & Industry (LCCI), Abbasi said Pakistan has regained its global reputation as a peace-loving nation, adding, […]
Hafiz Naeem vows to ‘free Karachi from corruption and land grabbing’
KARACHI – Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Emir Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman has lashed out at the Sindh government, blaming it for Karachi’s deteriorating infrastructure and vowing to “liberate the city from corruption and land grabbing.” Speaking at a ceremony on Sunday, Naeem said that despite limited resources, JI’s elected representatives were working tirelessly for the city’s residents. […]
Punjab CM directs swift launch of Air Punjab project
LAHORE – Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has ordered the immediate operationalization of Air Punjab, urging authorities to fast-track actions on the airline’s first phase. During a meeting chaired by the CM, officials reviewed the progress of the Air Punjab initiative. Maryam Nawaz emphasized the need for timely completion of all preparatory measures to […]
AIIB approves $235 million loan for Management Project
ISLAMABAD – The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has approved $235 million to improve Lahore’s water and wastewater system. The project will help ensure a safe water supply and reduce the environmental damage caused by untreated sewage flowing into the River Ravi. It will also support the Lahore Water and Sanitation Agency (LWASA) in becoming […]
PSQCA, BSI initiate partnership to boost quality infrastructure
The Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA) and the British Standards Institution (BSI) have formally launched their collaboration under the UK Government’s Standards Partnership Programme (SPP). According to the press release, the initiative aims to strengthen Pakistan’s national quality infrastructure and facilitate international trade through cooperation in standardization, capacity building, and knowledge sharing. BSI’s […]
ECNEC clears Rs1.5tr projects in record time
In a surprising move, the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) approved 27 development projects worth over Rs1.5 trillion during a brief two-hour meeting on Thursday. Most of these projects focus on Sindh and Balochistan, covering energy, infrastructure, education, health, and environmental initiatives. However, the rapid approvals have raised concerns about the level […]