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…
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…
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…
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…
ISLAMABAD, Jan 18 (APP): Pakistan Railways (PR) has launched an extensive program to replace outdated air-conditioning units in its passenger coaches, aiming to restore comfort and improve the overall quality of travel.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….
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…
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…
KARACHI, Jan 16 (APP): Sindh’s bio-saline agriculture initiative has reclaimed 460 acres of salt-affected and waterlogged land across four districts, achieving nearly 70 percent of its overall target under the “Bio Saline Agriculture Research & Development Phase-II” project. The project aims to reclaim a total of 600 acres by June 30, 2026, and is being…
ISLAMABAD, Jan 15 (APP): The Universal Service Fund (USF) under the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication has completed several major Optical Fiber Cable (OFC) projects as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance broadband connectivity across Pakistan. These projects span provinces and districts, marking a significant step towards improving the country’s telecommunication infrastructure. Documents…
ISLAMABAD, Jan 15 (APP): The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) is planning to launch a new mobile application for general attestation of documents. A document available with Wealth Pakistan reveals that this initiative is part of MoFA’s broader efforts to modernize and digitize its processes, making services more accessible and streamlined for the public. The…
