Pakistan Prepares First Freight Train to Russia via Eurasian Rail Link
Pakistan is preparing to launch its first-ever freight train service to Russia, a landmark initiative that would connect South Asia to Eurasia…
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CDA approves land allotment for first-ever Police University in Islamabad
In a landmark decision aimed at enhancing law enforcement education and training, the Capital Development Authority (CDA) has approved the allotment of…
Chief Minister Afridi Approves Plans to Extend BRT Service Across Southern Peshawar
Peshawar’s BRT expansion is no longer just a plan to extend service to a few roads. The latest discussions under Chief Minister Sohail Afridi show a broader, more integrated vision for the city’s rapid transit system. The proposed second Ring Road, stretching approximately 31 kilometers through southern Peshawar, is now being evaluated as a potential corridor for a dedicated BRT track. This complements earlier decisions to strengthen infrastructure at key hubs: a dedicated ramp at Karkhano Station, with an estimated cost of Rs 500 million, will support seamless BRT operations. Taken together, these updates point to a larger push that goes beyond route extensions—encompassing infrastructure upgrades, integration with major roads, and planning for future fleet and service expansion across the southern districts of the city. The first expansion plan has already changed When the government first outlined the expansion in February 2025, it spoke…
Tayyip Erdogan Interchange at Jinnah Avenue inaugurated after completion in record 84 days
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has formally inaugurated the Recep Tayyip Erdogan Interchange, in Islamabad’s F-8 sector to ensure smooth flow of traffic.…
Punjab govt will provide 1,892 free three-marla plots to the poor
In a significant move to address homelessness, the Punjab government has launched the first phase of its housing scheme, providing 1,892 three-marla…
G Adventures is launching its first trips to Pakistan this June
Pakistan, a land of breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage, is now open to adventure-seekers like never before. G Adventures has officially…
Rs 33 billion road revolution: Rawalpindi goes signal-free with flyovers and underpasses
After decades of traffic congestion and daily gridlock, Rawalpindi’s road revolution is finally making progress. A massive infrastructure drive, backed by a…
BlackRock and Eaton Vance to invest in Pakistan’s $50 billion stock market
Pakistan’s stock market has caught the attention of some of the world’s biggest asset managers following a historic 84 percent growth in…
Bangladesh imports 5500 tonnes of jaggery from Pakistan through Mongla Port
In a first-of-its-kind trade development, Bangladesh has imported molasses from Pakistan via Mongla Port, marking a significant milestone in the country’s trade…
Pakistan wins major basmati rice trademark case against India in New Zealand
Pakistan has achieved a major legal victory in the global battle over basmati rice, after the High Court of New Zealand rejected…