Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directed authorities to speed up PIA privatisation with full transparency. He stressed clear strategies to increase airworthy aircraft and ensure timely departures. Operational efficiency and service reliability remain top priorities. Officials confirmed that all phases of privatisation will follow strict rules. The Privatisation Commission has prequalified four parties for the sale […]
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Pakistan goes digital: Smart meters to transform electricity services
ISLAMABAD – The Ministry of Energy (Power Division) has launched a large-scale rollout of smart meters across Pakistan’s electricity distribution companies (DISCOs), as part of its 2025–26 “Year of Customer Service Improvement” initiative. The project aims to enhance customer service, operational efficiency, and transparency across the country’s power sector. A spokesperson from the Power Division […]
Saudi Arabia reduces Umrah visa entry to one month
Saudi Arabia has announced a major change to its Umrah visa policy. Under the new rules, pilgrims must enter the country within one month of visa issuance. Previously, they had three months to travel. The government aims to streamline visa procedures and better manage the flow of pilgrims, especially during busy seasons. This change highlights […]
FDE launches monitoring cell to boost school performance
The Federal Directorate of Education (FDE) has established a dedicated monitoring cell to evaluate the performance of schools nationwide. The new cell, based at FDE headquarters, aims to strengthen the monitoring and evaluation system and ensure schools meet academic and operational standards. This step is part of FDE’s ongoing efforts to improve education quality across […]