Islamabad: The Federal Government has approved the National Gemstone Policy 2026–2030, aimed at transforming Pakistan’s gemstone industry into a modern, export-oriented sector. The policy seeks to formalize the largely undocumented
The Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly has unanimously passed a resolution urging the federal government to grant the region provisional provincial status along with constitutional and political rights. The resolution was presented by
Skardu: The Pakistan Airports Authority has launched a Rs. 900 million expansion and renovation project at Skardu International Airport to improve passenger facilities and support the fast-growing tourism sector in
Skardu: A proposed modernization project for Skardu Airport is expected to significantly improve aviation safety, operational efficiency, and passenger capacity at one of the world’s most challenging high-altitude airports. The
Skardu: A major infrastructure upgrade has been proposed for Skardu Airport to accommodate rising passenger traffic and strengthen cargo operations in northern Pakistan. The plan includes expansion of the existing
Islamabad: The Pakistan Meteorological Department has warned that a moderate westerly weather system is moving into northern regions, increasing the risk of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods, flash floods, and debris
GILGIT-BALTISTAN: Kazakhstan-based Elaman Group has announced plans to invest $20 million in placer gold mining projects in Gilgit-Baltistan. The announcement was made following a meeting with Federal Minister for the
GILGIT-BALTISTAN: The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) has approved the 34.5 megawatt Harpo Hydropower Project to strengthen energy supply in the region. The project aims to promote
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved a 100MW solar power project for Gilgit-Baltistan alongside major electricity initiatives for Gwadar, aiming to provide uninterrupted and affordable power. The project includes a
The government has approved the construction of two major road projects in the Gilgit region, with a combined value exceeding Rs22 billion. These new routes aim to transform connectivity across
