Early monsoon rains trigger deadly floods, exposing Pakistan’s unpreparedness amid escalating climate change impacts ISLAMABAD, June 28 – As monsoon rains arrive earlier than usual, triggering deadly floods and urban chaos, Pakistan’s vulnerability to climate change has once again been laid bare. The unfolding season, forecasted to be longer and …

Shift to electric mobility aims to clean Punjab’s air, cut oil import bill, and drive auto sector reform ISLAMABAD, June 27 — Pakistan plans to have 2.2 million electric vehicles (EVs) on its roads by 2030 in a bid to combat hazardous urban smog, reduce its annual petroleum import bill …

Dismisses India’s ‘Abeyance’ Claim; Affirms Treaty’s Legal Continuity and Court’s Jurisdiction ISLAMABAD, June 28: In a significant development for regional water diplomacy, the Court of Arbitration constituted under the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) of 1960 has ruled that India’s claim of holding the Treaty “in abeyance” holds no legal weight …

Court strikes blow to unaccountable rule, calls for refund of illegally collected taxes ISLAMABAD, June 28 — In a significant ruling set to reshape municipal governance in the federal capital, the Islamabad High Court (IHC) has directed the federal government to dissolve the Capital Development Authority (CDA) and transfer its …

Rs 8.21 trillion for debt, Rs 145 billion for education and health—inequality locked in

By prioritising law enforcement over livelihoods, and control over care, the government’s fiscal message is clear: this budget is about governing unrest, not fixing its roots LAHORE, June 26 — In a move that has sparked sharp reactions from economists and rights observers alike, the Punjab government has earmarked a …

If we restore balance—between people, water, land, and sky—we can once again welcome the rains not with dread, but with open arms and open hearts Riaz Missen June 26, 2025 For centuries, the monsoon was the heartbeat of the Indian subcontinent—a season of joy, fertility, and regeneration. Its arrival transformed …

AI-based systems will be rolled out to track enrolment, teacher quality, and climate outcomes, cutting through bureaucratic lags ISLAMABAD, June 26: The World Bank has rolled out two transformative projects worth $194 million in Balochistan, aiming to tackle learning poverty and shore up water security as part of a broader …

The initiative aligns with SBP reforms to unlock SME financing through regulatory overhaul and expanded credit access KARACHI, June 25— In a challenging economic environment marked by soaring energy prices, persistent inflation, and high interest rates, the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) has stepped up to ease financing hurdles for …

Islamabad’s anti-construction crackdown sparks sectoral backlash, exposing deep regulatory rifts and urban governance challenges ISLAMABAD, June 25 — The Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) administration has intensified its crackdown on unauthorized construction, warning that no building activity—whether residential or commercial—can proceed without formal approval from the Capital Development Authority (CDA). The …