KOICA launches $10.97 million project to boost water management and research capacity
ISLAMABAD, June 4: The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) has…
KOICA launches $10.97 million project to boost water management and research capacity
ISLAMABAD, June 4: The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) has committed up to $10.97 million in grant assistance for a new five-year project aimed at strengthening water research infrastructure and improving integrated water resources management capacity. The project, titled “Improving PCRWR Research Infrastructure and Enhancing Integrated Water Resources Management Capacity,” was formally launched through the…
Rs983m labs upgrade project planned to boost agri exports
ISLAMABAD, Jun 04 (ABC): The Pakistan Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (PCSIR) plans to launch a Rs983.35 million project to upgrade testing laboratories aimed at improving quality assurance for agricultural products and enhancing the country’s export potential. The project, titled “Strengthening and Up-gradation of Testing Laboratories at PCSIR regarding Quality Assurance of Agricultural Products…
Pakistan seeks child mental health collaboration with US hospital
WASHINGTON D.C., June 3 (ABC): Minister of State for National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination Dr Malik Ahmed Mukhtar visited Children’s National Hospital in Washington D.C. to explore collaboration in child and adolescent mental health and strengthen international partnerships in healthcare. The visit was part of Pakistan’s participation in the Global Mental Health Summer Institute…
One Health approach urged to tackle emerging infectious diseases
ISLAMABAD, June 3 (ABC): Experts have called for adopting a comprehensive One Health approach to strengthen Pakistan’s preparedness and response to emerging infectious diseases, stressing the need for closer coordination among human, animal and environmental health sectors. The call was made during a one-day advocacy seminar titled “Role of One Health for Management of Emerging…
2m electricity consumers register for subsidy under QR code system
ISLAMABAD, Jun 03 (ABC): Around two million single-phase electricity consumers in Pakistan have registered under a QR code system launched to verify subsidy eligibility. According to Ministry of Energy’s official documents available with Wealth Pakistan, the number of protected consumers has increased from 9.5 million in FY2022 to 21.5 million in 2026, while subsidized residential…
Binance and Telenor Pakistan Sign MoU to Explore Digital Innovation and Blockchain Education Initiatives in Pakistan
Islamabad, Pakistan – Binance, the world’s largest crypto exchange by trade volume and registered number, and Telenor Pakistan have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore opportunities for advancing blockchain innovation and education initiatives in Pakistan. The MoU signing ceremony was held at Telenor Pakistan Headquarters in Islamabad and was attended by representatives from…
Rs 950m minerals project to be launched in GB
ISLAMABAD, Jun 02 (ABC): The government will launch a Rs949.96 million project for the exploration, beneficiation, and extraction of precious metals and critical minerals in Gilgit-Baltistan. According to documents available with Wealth Pakistan, the two-year (2026-2028) project will be executed by the Pakistan Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (PCSIR) under the Ministry of Science…
Pakistan’s first vaping survey finds many smokers reduced cigarette use, highlights regulatory gaps
ISLAMABAD, May 30, 2026: The Endit Foundation has released what it describes as Pakistan’s first dedicated vaping survey, reporting that a majority of surveyed smokers reduced their cigarette consumption after using electronic cigarettes. The study also highlights concerns about limited regulation, public awareness, and enforcement measures related to vaping products. The report, Vaping Voices: Exploring…
OGDCL makes 19 oil, gas discoveries since 2023
ISLAMABAD, June 1 (ABC): The Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has made 19 oil and gas discoveries across Sindh, Punjab, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa since 2023, marking a major boost to Pakistan’s energy security and a key step toward cutting reliance on expensive fuel imports. According to official documents available with Wealth Pakistan, the…
Govt speeds up work to add 8 MAF water storage through four mega dams
ISLAMABAD, May 31 (ABC): The government has accelerated work on four major dam projects that are expected to add more than eight million acre-feet (MAF) of water storage capacity. According to official data available with Wealth Pakistan, the country receives nearly 80 percent of its annual river flows during only 92 days between June and…
