Author: Faiza Liaquat
The Punjab Safe Cities Authority (PSCA) has officially rolled out its e-challan system in Rawalpindi, marking a significant step in the province’s drive toward smart traffic management and safer urban mobility. Following successful implementations in Lahore and other major cities, the initiative aims to promote road safety, traffic discipline, and crime monitoring through advanced surveillance and digital enforcement technologies. High-definition cameras have been strategically installed at key points across Rawalpindi, including Liaquat Bagh, Raja Bazaar, Commercial Market, Ayub Park, and Chakri Road, to monitor vehicle movement, detect traffic violations, and automatically issue electronic challans to offenders. A dedicated PSCA control…
The Embassy of Uzbekistan in Islamabad has announced that Uzbekistan Airways will expand its flight operations to Pakistan, significantly enhancing air connectivity and reducing travel time between Islamabad and Tashkent to only two hours. Previously, travelers had to rely on connecting flights through Dubai, which made the journey both longer and more expensive. The new direct flight schedule eliminates these layovers, offering a faster and more affordable route between the two capitals. According to embassy officials, the decision to double flight frequency comes in response to strong passenger demand, with existing flights consistently operating at full capacity. Under the new…
The Punjab government has approved the construction of a multi-storey parking plaza worth Rs. 1.25 billion near Katchery Chowk in Rawalpindi to ease chronic traffic congestion and parking shortages in the city’s busiest commercial zone. According to a senior official from the Punjab Highways Department, the project will be built on eight kanals of vacant land in Jinnah Park. The structure will feature a basement and three upper floors, offering secure parking for over 1,000 vehicles. The official added that the project is in its final approval stage, with construction expected to begin soon. The plaza will serve motorists using…
Pakistan Railways has launched a newly upgraded railcar rake for its popular Lahore–Rawalpindi route, signaling continued efforts to enhance passenger comfort and service quality. The inauguration ceremony was held in Lahore, where Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Aamir Ali Baloch inspected the revamped coaches. Officials said the redesigned rake has been reinforced to endure challenging tracks while offering improved comfort, safety, and convenience. The refurbished railcar features several upgrades, including modern food and beverage services, better sanitation facilities, first-aid supplies, and improved seating arrangements, ensuring a more comfortable travel experience. Speaking at the event, CEO Aamir Ali Baloch stated that Pakistan…
Port Qasim is set for one of the most significant upgrades in its history as Pakistan positions the port to play a central role in achieving the country’s $100 billion revenue target, according to Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry. Speaking on Monday, the minister said the expansion plan will strengthen Port Qasim’s status as a major industrial and trade hub in the region. He highlighted that the port was recently ranked among the world’s top 10 most improved container ports, reflecting Pakistan’s progress in adopting digital systems and modern cargo-handling technologies. The government’s upgrade roadmap includes…
Air Karachi, the country’s latest addition to the aviation industry, is set to take off on March 23, 2026, marking its official entry into Pakistan’s domestic flight network. The announcement was made at the inauguration ceremony of Air Karachi’s operations office at the Old Airport in Karachi, attended by high-profile dignitaries including PIA CEO Amir Hayat, Director General of Civil Aviation Nadir Shafiq, Secretary of Defense Lt. Gen. (Retd) Muhammad Ali, diplomats, and key business leaders. In his remarks, Lt. Gen. (Retd) Muhammad Ali praised the initiative, saying, “We are making efforts to take Pakistan to the position our founding…
In a historic milestone for Pakistan’s space journey, China has announced plans to send a Pakistani astronaut on a short-term mission to the Tiangong Space Station. The announcement, made by the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) and reported by Xinhua News Agency, reflects deepening space cooperation between Beijing and Islamabad. According to CMSA, two Pakistani astronauts will undergo training at the Astronaut Centre of China alongside their Chinese counterparts. One of them will be selected to join a short-duration mission as a payload specialist, participating in scientific research aboard the Tiangong Space Station. This development follows a landmark cooperation agreement…
In a major step to empower Pakistan’s digital workforce, the government has announced interest-free loans of up to Rs. 10 million for establishing 250 co-working spaces across the country under the National Co-Working Space Program (NCSP). The initiative aims to strengthen the freelancing ecosystem and promote entrepreneurship among youth and startups. The NCSP, launched under the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB), aligns with the government’s digital economy goals by encouraging public-private partnerships to create modern, well-equipped working environments. This comes amid rising unemployment, with 8.9 million youth jobless and over 21 million out of education or training, according to Gallup…
MIRPUR, AJK: In a landmark move to enhance regional connectivity, Pakistan has decided to construct an international airport in Mirpur, providing modern air travel facilities to millions of citizens both within the country and abroad. According to officials, construction is expected to begin within the current fiscal year, marking a significant infrastructure milestone for Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK). A spokesperson for the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) confirmed that the technical feasibility process is already in progress. This includes site identification, engineering evaluations, and environmental assessments to determine the most viable location for the airport. “The Pakistan Airports Authority has…
The Punjab government has agreed to assist the Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) administration in introducing an e-stamp system, a step designed to modernize land records and make property dealings more efficient and transparent. The agreement between the ICT administration and the Punjab Land Records Authority (PLRA) was signed during a ceremony at the Capital Development Authority (CDA) headquarters. The move will bring the e-stamp paper system, already in use across Punjab, to the federal capital. According to a CDA press release, the initiative was directed by Chief Commissioner and CDA Chairman Mohammad Ali Randhawa, who emphasized the importance of digitization…