BusinessPakistan could save $3.239 billion over 26 years by converting Jamshoro Unit-01 from imported coal to Thar lignite, the Power Division says. The ministry said the project is technically feasible and would also reduce foreign exchange outflows.
BusinessGold prices in Pakistan fell sharply on Tuesday, with the rate dropping Rs10,400 per tola to Rs432,236. The decline tracked losses in the international market amid a stronger US dollar and expectations of a Fed rate hike.
BusinessThe government has approved Rs5 billion for a compensation package to lay off about 2,545 Karachi dock workers. The remaining amount will be arranged by Karachi Port Trust from its own resources.
BusinessAuthorities have sealed an illegal cement unit operating on the Sargodha-Faisalabad Road after a joint action by the FBR, EPA and district industries department. APCMA said the unit lacked approvals, registration and environmental clearance.
NATIONALPakistan’s role in helping broker a US-Iran peace deal has drawn diplomatic praise and may improve its economic prospects. Analysts, however, say any gains will not by themselves fix the country’s structural economic problems.
NATIONALThe PMD has forecast hot and dry weather across most of Pakistan on Wednesday, with very hot conditions in the plains. Isolated rain-wind and thunderstorms are expected in upper Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir and adjoining hilly areas.
NATIONALPakistan and Russia discussed regional terrorism concerns at the 12th Joint Working Group meeting in Islamabad on Tuesday. The Foreign Office said the talks focused particularly on threats emanating from Afghanistan.
BusinessPakistan’s petroleum consumption has fallen sharply during the government’s energy conservation drive, but economists say the trend also reflects slower economic activity and weaker consumer purchasing power. Higher fuel prices and lower business activity were cited among the main reasons.
PoliticsAleema Khan says the public supports Imran Khan’s release and medical treatment, and calls for court orders on prison meetings to be enforced. Salman Akram Raja says a decision on provincial financial support to the federal government will come later.
NATIONALPresident Asif Ali Zardari marked the International Day of Women in Diplomacy by praising women’s role in promoting dialogue and cooperation. He also highlighted the contributions of RaAna Liaquat Ali Khan, Shaista Ikramullah and Benazir Bhutto.
NATIONALA government girls' primary school was destroyed in a late-night blast in Lower South Waziristan's Birmal tehsil, police said. Authorities have opened an investigation, while no group has claimed responsibility.
WorldChinese automakers remain shut out of India’s market, but their EV platforms, parts and supply deals are expanding through Indian partners such as Tata Motors and JSW Motor. Export controls from Beijing have also complicated some India-China technology tie-ups.
