The utilisation of Pakistan’s federal development funds surged to 21 per cent in the first half of the current fiscal year (FY26), up from 9 per cent in the previous month, according to the Ministry of Planning and Development. Read More: SECP operationalises Capital Market Development Fund Between July and December 2025, ministries and divisions sanctioned […]
Infrastructure
Two new dams planned to tackle water shortages in twin cities
ISLAMABAD: Authorities have approved the construction of two new dams — Dotara and Shahdara — in a bid to ease chronic water shortages in Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Officials aim to complete both projects by December 2027, marking one of the most ambitious water-supply initiatives in recent years. Read More: Severe water shortage hits Islamabad, CDA plans new two dams The […]
KMC auctions scrap to buy heavy vehicles, boosts municipal services
The Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) has inducted new heavy vehicles into its fleet, financed through proceeds from the auctions of obsolete and unused vehicles. Mayor Murtaza Wahab said the move marks a significant step toward improving operational efficiency and strengthening municipal service delivery across the city. Read More: KMC allots commercial plot to a private […]
Sindh government approves major rail transport plan
The Sindh and federal governments have approved a large-scale rail-based suburban transport plan to modernise the province’s railway network and provide city-to-city connectivity for nearly 37 million people, covering 67 per cent of Sindh’s population. The initiative aims to reduce road traffic and offer safe, affordable, and efficient transport across urban and remote areas. Read […]
Sindh launches Rs84bn Karachi transformation plan with FWO
KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah on Wednesday approved the Karachi Transformation Plan in partnership with the Frontier Works Organisation (FWO), aiming for “world-class development” in the city. The plan includes large-scale infrastructure, connectivity projects, and urban mobility initiatives to address chronic traffic congestion and improve civic facilities. Read More: Karachi mayor approves Rs4.2bn plan to […]
KP plans Rs1 trillion development package for tribal districts
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Sohail Afridi said on Wednesday that his government is preparing a Rs1 trillion Roshan Qabail development package for the merged tribal districts. The package aims to ensure sustainable socio-economic growth, improve infrastructure, and create employment opportunities in the formerly underdeveloped areas. During a meeting to finalise the framework, officials […]
Federal govt vows swift resolution of NHA issues in Balochistan
Federal Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan assured Balochistan Governor Jaffar Khan Mandokhail on Wednesday that ongoing issues related to the National Highway Authority (NHA) in the province would be resolved without delay. Read More: ‘NHA to complete N-25 connecting Karachi, Quetta and Chaman in two years The assurance was made during a meeting in […]
KP plans extension of BRT service to Jamrud and Bara
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has initiated steps to extend the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) service to Jamrud and Bara tehsils of Khyber district. Chief Minister Mohammad Sohail Afridi has directed relevant authorities to complete all preparatory work for the project at the earliest. The directive was issued during a meeting chaired by the chief […]
Karachi set to become Pakistan most modern city: Sharjeel Memon
Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon on Tuesday said Karachi was on track to become the most modern and developed city in Pakistan, as the provincial government prioritises large-scale urban development across multiple sectors. He said sustained investment and strict oversight were driving visible progress in the metropolis. Read More: Karachi needs to be developed into […]
Kohat–Kharlachi rail link approved to boost trade
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has approved the construction of a 192-kilometre railway track connecting Kohat-Kharlachi in Kurram district, a key border trade point with Afghanistan. The project aims to improve regional connectivity and revive trade activities amid repeated disruptions at Pak-Afghan border crossings. Read More: PR launches plan to revive non-functional routes The decision […]