Islamabad, A British company has launched a new luxury apartment project along the Murree Expressway, valued at USD 35 million. This marks the first introduction of luxury serviced apartments in Islamabad, targeting overseas Pakistanis with high-end li…

Lahore, The Ravi Urban Development Authority (RUDA) has set a deadline for the payment of the first installment for residential plots in the Chahar Bagh Enclave, requiring plot owners to complete their payments by May 1, 2024. The authority also announ…

Islamabad, Pakistan marked International Earth Day with a significant pledge to combat plastic pollution, as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced new initiatives aimed at reducing the country’s dependency on plastics. Addressing the nation, he unvei…

Peshawar, The government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is set to enhance its gemstone industry by establishing a state-of-the-art Gems Processing and Export Centre in Peshawar. This initiative aims to formalize the sector and boost its export potential, focusi…

Lahore, In a significant move toward sustainable energy solutions, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has provisionally approved a plan to distribute one-kilowatt solar systems to 50,000 households across the province. This initiative is part of the br…

Quetta, A plan has been finalized by the Quetta Metropolitan Corporation (QMC) and the irrigation department to address urban flooding by restoring rain nullahs and removing encroachments. This initiative aims to prevent the increasing urban flooding e…

Rawalpindi, In a robust response to the Punjab government’s directives, Murree’s district administration has launched an intensive crackdown on illegal constructions to preserve the hill station’s appeal. This operation is spearheaded by Deputy Commiss…

Karachi, Pak-Qatar Family Takaful (PQFTL) has introduced the first ever Voluntary Pension Scheme (VPS) by a Takaful operator in Pakistan, offering a new retirement saving option that is compliant with Islamic finance principles.According to Pak-Qatar F…

Lahore, The Lahore Development Authority (LDA) is poised to begin a test run of an online system for approving building maps in May 2024. This digital initiative, announced during a recent meeting, aims to simplify the approval process for the business…

Islamabad, Mobilink Bank initiated a nationwide plantation drive on April 22, 2024, planting around 5,000 saplings across Pakistan. This effort is part of the bank’s broader commitment to combat climate change and enhance forest cover, reflecting its d…