Pakistan’s Neelum-Jhelum Hydropower Project, one of the country’s largest energy infrastructure investments, is expected to remain out of operation until at least March 2028, extending its shutdown to nearly four years following major tunnel damage. Read More: Neelum–Jhelum Hydropower Project – The update was shared during a meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on Water Resources, […]
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India’s IWT move threatens Pakistan: WAPDA
Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) Chairman Lt Gen (r) Muhammad Saeed has warned that India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) poses a serious long-term threat to Pakistan’s water security. He said the move creates uncertainty over river flows that underpin the country’s agriculture, energy production, and economy. The WAPDA chief described the […]
WAPDA chief warns of long-term water risks after India’s treaty move
Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) Chairman Lt Gen (r) Muhammad Saeed has warned that India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) marks a major strategic challenge for Pakistan, threatening the country’s long-term water security and the stability of the Indus Basin Irrigation System In a comment piece for a domestic english newspaper, Lt […]
WAPDA restores Gomal Zam unit, synchronises it with grid
WAPDA has restored the damaged power generating unit of Gomal Zam Hydel Power Station and synchronized it successfully with the National Grid upon completion of all commissioning tests and full operational readiness to ensure safe and reliable operation of the unit. With Unit No.1, becoming fully functional, Gomal Zam Hydel Power Station, located in South […]
Army, WAPDA, Navy shine in Kabaddi Championship
Pakistan Army, WAPDA, Navy and Air Force secured impressive victories on the second day of the Inter-Departmental National Kabaddi Championship (Asian Style) being organized by the Pakistan Kabaddi Federation (PKF) at Liaquat Gymnasium, Islamabad. Six departments Pakistan Army, Pakistan Navy, Pakistan Air Force, WAPDA, Police and Airport Security Force (ASF) are participating in the round-robin […]
WAPDA chief reviews progress on Tarbela’s fifth extension project
Chairman WAPDA Lt Gen Muhammad Saeed (Retd) was briefed about the progress about the Projects during his visit to Tarbela Dam. The day-long visit was aimed at reviewing progress on the under-construction Tarbela 5th Extension Hydropower Project (T5 HPP) and witness testing and commissioning of Low Level Outlet (LLO) of Tarbela 4th Extension Hydropower Project […]
WAPDA dominates 61st National Table Tennis Championship
WAPDA once again proved its supremacy in national table tennis by delivering a remarkable performance at the 61st National Table Tennis Championship, held in Peshawar from 6th to 10th April 2026, emerging as overall champions in both Men’s and Women’s categories. Competing across nine categories, WAPDA dominated the championship by securing a total of 4 […]
WAPDA funds 75 girl schools in Diamer Bhasha Dam Project area
The Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) has taken yet another initiative to promote education, particularly girls’ education, in the Diamer Bhasha Dam Project area. Spokesperson Diamer Bhasa Dam said WAPDA approved Rs. 94.23 million funding for 75 schools in District Diamer under the Community-Based Accelerated Learning Schools (CBALS) programme. WAPDA has allocated funds from […]
WAPDA women, Army men crowned champions at National Rugby Championship
LAHORE: Pakistan WAPDA won the 5th PARCO Women’s National Rugby Sevens Championship, while Army claimed the title of the 26th Men’s National Rugby Championship, both events organised under the auspices of the Pakistan Rugby Union. The two-day event concluded at the Pakistan Rugby Academy, with PARCO General Manager Sharon gracing the finals as the chief […]
Shamyl, Mubasir open fifth round with sparkling centuries
The fifth round of the President’s Trophy Grade-I 2025-26 began with Pakistan Television’s (PTV) Shamyl Hussain and Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited’s (SNGPL) Mubasir Khan scoring centuries as four venues in Karachi played host to the eight teams. Read More: Pakistan shaheens announce 18-man squad for England tour At the UBL Sports Complex, PTV closed […]