ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s state-owned enterprises posted sharply higher losses in FY2025, with aggregate net losses surging by 300% year-on-year, according to a finance ministry report cited by The News on Saturday. Read More: SOE financial losses surge threefold despite reforms Overall net losses rose to Rs123 billion in FY25, compared with Rs30.6 billion in FY24. A […]
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Pakistan Railways posts 10 billion profit: Hanif Abbasi
Rawalpindi: Pakistan Railways has earned a profit of Rs10 billion, Railway Minister Hanif Abbasi announced. He said the government plans to launch new projects this year. The minister also highlighted upgrades in education and healthcare facilities in Rawalpindi. Hanif Abbasi said the government will start a new railway track in the Hazara Division by year-end. […]
Pakistan Railways to digitise network by June
RAWALPINDI / ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Railways has launched a major initiative to digitise its network, with completion scheduled for June 2026. The announcement came during a meeting chaired by Railways Minister Hanif Abbasi, where the Directorate of IT presented the progress and implementation plans of the Railway Advanced Infrastructure Network (RAIN) Project Phase I. Read More: […]
Pakistan Railways struggles with aging locomotives
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Railways is facing a rising number of locomotive failures, with over 63 per cent of its engines having exceeded 20 years of service, officials told the National Assembly Standing Committee on Railways on Wednesday. The aging fleet has increasingly strained operations, prompting officials to outline corrective measures aimed at stabilising services and improving […]
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 […]
Railways crew instructed to follow safety measures amid fog
Pakistan Railways has directed all train crews and safety officials to strictly adhere to standard operating procedures amid dense fog affecting visibility across the country. Divisional formations have issued instructions to drivers, assistant drivers, station masters, and other personnel responsible for safe train operations to remain vigilant and prevent accidents. Read More: Dense fog disrupts life in […]
Train services resume in Balochistan after brief suspension
Train services in Balochistan and to other provinces have resumed after a 24-hour suspension imposed due to security concerns, Pakistan Railways officials confirmed on Friday. The temporary halt affected several key passenger services operating from Quetta, causing inconvenience to travellers. Read More: Islamabad-Tehran-Istanbul train service to be restored within a year According to railway authorities, operations of […]
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 […]
Security forces foil sabotage attempt on Jaffar Express in Balochistan
NASEERABAD: Security forces on Tuesday thwarted a major sabotage attempt targeting the Quetta-bound Jaffar Express after an explosive device was found planted on the railway track in Balochistan’s Naseerabad district. Read More: Jaffar Express escapes another attack Police officials said unidentified attackers had placed the bomb near Dera Murad Jamali in an attempt to hit the […]
PM Shehbaz stresses modernization and digitalization of Pakistan Railways
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 […]