Over the past decade, Pakistan’s transport sector has entered a period of quiet transformation – one powered largely by Chinese investment, engineering and long-term vision. What began as a set of infrastructure projects under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) has evolved into a nationwide effort to modernize mobility, boost trade efficiency, and improve daily life […]
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Dubai recovers AED 2m, 35,000 devices through RTA lost-and-found in 2025
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) reported that over AED 2 million in cash, approximately 35,000 electronic devices, and 3,000 passports were recovered from taxis and other vehicles in 2025, highlighting the emirate’s efficient lost-and-found operations. Read More: Dubai debuts driverless minibus The RTA handled more than 104,000 lost-property reports across the city last year through […]
Quetta traders demand lifting of Qingqi rickshaws ban
QUETTA: Traders in Quetta have strongly opposed the recent ban on Qingqi (Zaranj) rickshaws, warning that it could lead to widespread unemployment and hurt the city’s economy. Abdul Rahim Kakar, President of Central Anjuman Tajran Balochistan, said that over 10,000 people directly rely on these rickshaws for their livelihoods. Read More: LHC orders ban on Punjab University […]
Pakistan and Qatar sign protocol for $3bn investment
ISLAMABAD – Pakistan and Qatar have signed a comprehensive protocol to formalise cooperation across multiple sectors, including a $3 billion investment pledge from the Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) and other Qatari entities. The agreement was inked at the conclusion of the Sixth Session of the Pakistan-Qatar Joint Ministerial Commission (JMC) on Economic, Trade and Technical […]
Transport revolution progressing at rapid pace
Senior Provincial Minister Maryam Aurangzeb has said that under the leadership of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, the transport revolution across the province is progressing at a rapid pace. The Punjab Government has launched large-scale initiatives to provide citizens with modern, safe, and eco-friendly travel facilities. The Senior Minister said, “From Mianwali, Wazirabad, Sargodha, […]
Sindh govt closely monitoring situation at all barrages: Memon
Sindh Senior Minister and Provincial Minister for Information, Transport, and Mass Transit Sharjeel Inam Memon has said that the provincial government is closely monitoring the situation at all barrages. He added that the Sindh government is fully engaged in rescue, relief, and rehabilitation efforts to protect the lives and property of the people. In a […]
UK diplomat hails developments in Sindh transport sector
Deputy High Commissioner of the United Kingdom in Karachi, Mr. Lance Domm, paid a courtesy call on the Honorable Speaker of the Provincial Assembly of Sindh, Syed Awais Qadir Shah, at the Sindh Assembly. The Speaker welcomed the delegation and shared the historic legacy of the Sindh Assembly, highlighting that it was the first legislature […]
Nationwide wheel-jam strike by public transporters
LAHORE: A nationwide wheel-jam strike transport owners have announced observing from today. The strike is against the increase in taxes, including income tax, token tax and toll tax. In a video message, the Central leader of Transport Association Rana Latif said that announced observing a nationwide wheel-jam strike. As per details, the owners of vans […]
Putin tells Erdogan Russia ready to work to reopen shipping
MOSCOW: Russian President Vladimir Putin told Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday that Moscow was ready to work with Ankara to free up maritime shipping blocked over the conflict in Ukraine. “Vladimir Putin noted the readiness of the Russian side to contribute to the unimpeded maritime transit of goods in coordination with Turkish partners. […]
Delhi driver grows garden on autorickshaw roof to beat the heat
New Delhi: Yellow and green autorickshaws are ubiquitous on New Delhi’s roads but Mahendra Kumar’s vehicle stands out it has a garden on its roof aimed at keeping passengers cool during the searing summer season. Kumar says the thick patch of green keeps the vehicle cool even when temperatures are touching 45 degrees Celsius (113 […]