Islamabad, Feb 16: Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Mariano Grossi, concluded his two-day visit to Pakistan on February 13, 2025, reaffirming the strong partnership between Pakistan and the global nuclear watchdog. According to the Foreign Office Spokesperson, the visit underscored Pakistan’s commitment to harnessing nuclear technology for peaceful purposes, particularly in addressing climate change, healthcare, agriculture, and energy production. During his visit, DG Grossi met with Prime Minister, Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister, and other senior officials to explore avenues for expanding cooperation in nuclear science and technology. He held formal discussions with the Chairman of…
Author: Iqra Khan
Islamabad, Feb 16: The preparations for the 5th International Students Convention and Expo 2025, set to take place from February 23, 2025, have been finalized. This three-day event, jointly organized by the Inter University Consortium for Promotion of Social Sciences Pakistan (IUCPSS). Government College University Faisalabad, is being held in collaboration with The University of Faisalabad and several other academic and industry partners. Building on the success of its previous editions in Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, and Northern Sindh, the convention aims to bring together students, researchers, educators, and industry leaders from across Pakistan and beyond. The convention is designed as…
Islamabad, Feb 16: The Punjab government has launched multiple high-impact agriculture projects under the Green Pakistan Initiative (GPI), marking a significant step toward modernizing the province’s farming sector. The newly inaugurated Green Agri Mall & Service Company, Smart Agri Farm, and Agri Research and Facilitation Centre in Cholistan’s Kandai and Chapu aim to boost productivity, sustainability, and innovation in agriculture. The ceremony was attended by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir, along with federal and provincial ministers, underscoring the initiative’s national importance.
Islamabad, Feb 16: Environmental authorities and federal and provincial food regulators have agreed to collaborate on tackling parallel trade and counterfeit products while enhancing regulatory efficiency. The decision came during a high-level conference focused on improving Pakistan’s business environment and sustainability. Key government bodies, including the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), Board of Investment (BOI), Pakistan Standards & Quality Control Authority (PSQCA), Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), Ministry of Commerce, Provincial Food Authorities, National Tariff Commission, and members of the Senate, actively participated in the discussions.
Islamabad, Feb 16: K-Electric (KE) has raised an urgent alarm over dangerous encroachments beneath high-voltage transmission lines in Baldia Town and Machhar Colony, warning that they pose severe safety risks to residents. The power utility has called on district authorities and the federal government to take immediate action, citing past fatalities, infrastructure damage, and power disruptions caused by illegal constructions. In a letter to the Deputy Commissioner of Keamari, which was also shared with the federal government, KE identified 18 encroachments beneath 220 kV transmission lines in Baldia Town’s sectors 12 D, 12 E, and 21 A, along with 16…
Islamabad, Feb 16: President Asif Ali Zardari has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to deepening strategic and economic cooperation with China, emphasizing key areas such as technology, industry, space, and agriculture. In an interview with China Central Television (CCTV) during his recent visit to China, Zardari highlighted the importance of leveraging Pakistan’s geographical proximity and longstanding partnership with China to drive economic growth. He praised China’s achievements in science and technology, describing them as a global economic force and a valuable resource for Pakistan’s development. He particularly underscored the need for greater collaboration in agriculture, noting that Pakistan’s per-acre crop yield lags…
Islamabad, Feb 16: The inaugural AlUla Conference for Emerging Market Economies kicked off today in AlUla, Saudi Arabia, bringing together key global economic stakeholders, including finance ministers, central bank governors, and policymakers. Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, is attending the prestigious event at the special invitation of his Saudi counterpart, Mohammed Al-Jadaan. Jointly organized by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the Saudi Ministry of Finance, the two-day conference focuses on strategies for building resilience and fostering sustainable economic growth amid ongoing global financial challenges. With 200 participants, 36 speakers, and representatives from 48 countries,…
Islamabad, Feb 16: The Islamabad Women Gala wrapped up on Sunday at Lok Virsa, bringing together over 120 women entrepreneurs from across Pakistan. Organized by Let’s Grow Together, the two-day event provided a vital platform for home-based businesswomen to showcase their products, interact with customers, and gain much-needed market visibility. Featuring an array of locally made goods, the gala highlighted handmade jewelry, textiles, organic skincare, artisanal foods, and home decor. However, it was more than just a marketplace it served as a hub for networking, learning, and fostering community support for women-led businesses. The event’s slogan, “Buy from Your Own,”…
Islamabad, Feb 16: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb was honored with an invitation to the head table luncheon by Saudi Arabia’s Finance Minister Mohammed Al-Jadaan during the Emerging Markets Conference-2025, which commenced on Sunday. The exclusive gathering brought together key global financial leaders, including International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva, Bahrain’s Finance and National Economy Minister Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, and Saudi Arabia’s Vice Minister of Finance Abdulmuhsen Alkhalaf.
Islamabad, Feb 14: The government has ruled out the introduction of additional taxes to cover the Rs386 billion shortfall in tax collection, assuring that efforts are underway to meet the revenue target for the current fiscal year. Parliamentary Secretary for Finance Saad Waseem Sheikh made the statement during the National Assembly’s Question Hour while addressing concerns raised by lawmakers. Responding to a query from Mehreen Razak Bhutto regarding the Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) strategy to bridge the revenue gap, Sheikh acknowledged the shortfall but dismissed any immediate plans for tax hikes. Instead, he emphasized that the government is focused…
