Pakistani scientists test space-exposed seeds to improve crop varieties
ISLAMABAD, Jan 22 (APP): Pakistani scientists are testing crop seeds…
Pakistani scientists test space-exposed seeds to improve crop varieties
ISLAMABAD, Jan 22 (APP): Pakistani scientists are testing crop seeds exposed to cosmic radiation and zero gravity in space to assess genetic variation and expand crop diversity. Dr Zahid Mahmood, Program Leader of the Wheat Program at the National Agricultural Research Centre (NARC), told Wealth Pakistan that the initiative combines conventional plant breeding with space-based…
Sindh govt plans dedicated floricultural farms to diversify agriculture
ISLAMABAD, Jan 22 (APP): The Sindh government is working on a project to establish dedicated floricultural farms across the province in an effort to diversify agriculture and unlock new income opportunities for farmers. The initiative, spearheaded by the Agriculture Extension Sindh in coordination with other provincial stakeholders, aims to tap the considerable potential of floriculture…
Paper mulberry removal to cut Islamabad allergy cases by over 40%: minister
Late-year allergy cases dropped from over 2,300 in 2023 to 1,031 in 2025 following targeted tree removal Overall allergy prevalence fell from 8% in 2023 to 33.3% in 2025, despite population growth So far, 29,115 paper mulberry trees have been uprooted under the eradication drive High-density pollen zones such as F-9 Park and Shakarparian are…
ZTBL demonstrates low-cost ginger cultivation model under olive trees
ISLAMABAD, Jan 21 (APP): Pakistan’s efforts to localize ginger production have taken another step forward as the Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited (ZTBL) demonstrated a low-cost cultivation model that replaces expensive shade tunnels and drip irrigation with olive tree shade and simple furrow irrigation. “The demonstration at ZTBL’s farm at Margalla Town in Islamabad shows that…
10 broadband connectivity projects completed in Balochistan, KP, Punjab
ISLAMABAD, Jan 20 (APP): The Universal Service Fund (USF) has completed a total of 10 broadband connectivity projects under its 4G Access Program and Tourist Destination initiatives during 2025. According to a document available with Wealth Pakistan, the completed projects aim to empower unserved and underserved communities by expanding access to high-speed and affordable internet…
Quaid-e-Azam founded Pakistan, Field Marshal Asim Munir safeguarded it: Farha Azeem
KARACHI: Member of the Balochistan Assembly and Provincial President of the Balochistan Awami Party (BAP), Farha Azeem Shah, on Sunday strongly criticised Balochistan-based separatist elements, describing them as a small group responsible for disturbing peace in the province. Addressing a press conference at the Karachi Press Club, she said that incidents of terrorism witnessed in…
Saudi Arabia ranks second globally in humanitarian aid for 2025
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia ranked second globally and first in the Arab world among donor countries for humanitarian aid in 2025, leading in contributions to Yemen with 49.3% of total aid and ranking second for aid to Syria, according to the United Nations Financial Tracking Service. A recently released 2024 report on development assistance indicates that…
Pakistan Railways to upgrade air-conditioning in 153 passenger coaches
ISLAMABAD, Jan 18 (APP): Pakistan Railways (PR) has launched an extensive program to replace outdated air-conditioning units in its passenger coaches, aiming to restore comfort and improve the overall quality of travel. According to a document available with Wealth Pakistan, currently 231 air-conditioned coaches are in operation, while demand for AC-equipped coaches stands at 208….
14 new small dams under construction in Rawalpindi division
ISLAMABAD, Jan 18 (APP): The Punjab government is constructing 14 new small dams in the Rawalpindi division under a long-term plan to harvest rain and floodwater during the monsoon season and ensure improved water availability for agriculture, officials said. Talking to Wealth Pakistan, Chief Engineer, Potohar Region, Punjab Irrigation Department, Muhammad Nawaz Bhatti said the…
Aga Khan University graduates over 400 students, installs Princess Zahra Aga Khan as pro-chancellor
KARACHI: The Aga Khan University graduated 461 students from 18 degree programmes at its 38th Convocation in Pakistan and formally installed Princess Zahra Aga Khan as the University’s first Pro-Chancellor. As Pro-Chancellor, Princess Zahra will guide AKU in its continuing efforts to improve quality of life. In his message, AKU’s Chancellor, His Highness the Aga…
