Rs244 Billion Overbilling by DISCOs Uncovered in AGP Audit Report

By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon Newspaper Icon 2 min read

A recent audit has revealed that eight electricity distribution companies (DISCOs) overbilled power consumers by a staggering Rs244 billion across Pakistan. The Rs244 billion overbilling…

Lahore Launches First ever Electric Tram Project with Chinese-Made Unit

By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon Newspaper Icon 2 min read

Lahore has received its first electric tram from China, marking a major step toward modern and eco-friendly urban transport. The new tram will run on…

Punjab E-Challan Complaint System Now Active for Disputed Tickets

By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon Newspaper Icon 2 min read

The Punjab Safe Cities Authority (PSCA) has rolled out a new email-based e-challan complaint system to help citizens easily dispute traffic fines. Motorists who receive…

Askari Insurance Closes Property Deal Worth Rs432 Million

By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon Newspaper Icon 2 min read

Askari Insurance has finalized a major property transaction worth over Rs432 million with its associated company, ADHL, securing prime commercial space in Lahore. Askari General…

Punjab University Fee Hike Hits Up to 59% for Several Programs

By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon Newspaper Icon 2 min read

Punjab University has raised tuition fees for several programs, with hikes reaching up to 59%. The new fee structure takes effect this month. The university’s…

PIA Giving Out Azadi Discount on THIS Route

By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon Newspaper Icon 2 min read

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has introduced a special Azadi discount of 10% on flights from Canada to Pakistan, celebrating the country’s Independence Day. The limited-time…

Pakistan-Vietnam Trade Nears $1 Billion

By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon Newspaper Icon 2 min read

Pakistan-Vietnam trade has shown steady growth in 2024, reaching approximately $850 million, with both countries aiming to hit the $1 billion mark in the near…

NADRA Rolls Out New Services with CNIC Option for Women

By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon Newspaper Icon 2 min read

The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has launched new ID services to improve public access and transparency, introducing updated B-Forms for children and a…

Govt Approves 50% Export Retention for Chinese Firms in Gwadar

By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon Newspaper Icon 3 min read

In a significant move to boost Chinese investment, Pakistan has approved a short-term policy allowing Chinese firms operating in the Gwadar Free Zone to retain…

Punjab Board Confirms New Date for Class 10th Result Announcement

By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon Newspaper Icon 2 min read

The Punjab boards are all set to announce the Class 10th result for the 2025 annual exams, with thousands of students eagerly awaiting their performance…

Nishat Power Eyes EV Future with Major Stake in NexGen Auto

By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon Newspaper Icon 2 min read

Nishat Power Limited (NPL) has announced a Rs2.5 billion investment in electric vehicle firm NexGen Auto (Private) Limited to support its upcoming product launch and…

Drop in Global Prices Hits Pakistan’s Rice Export Revenue

By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon Newspaper Icon 2 min read

Pakistan’s rice export revenue experienced a sharp decline in FY25, falling by 14.7% to $3.36 billion despite only a modest drop in export volume. The…

Islamabad Schools to Get High Speed Internet Confirms MoITT

By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon Newspaper Icon 2 min read

The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT) has announced plans to provide high-speed internet and fibre-optic connectivity to 532 schools in Islamabad, advancing Pakistan’s…

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