KARACHI: The Chairman of the Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (REAP), Chela Ram Kewlani, expressed optimism on Monday, stating that Pakistan rice export will reach $4 billion this year. According to ARY News, the export of rice has already surpassed $3.5 billion, marking a record high in March. This year, Pakistan harvested a bumper crop of nine million tons of rice. So far, the country has exported a total of five million tons of rice this season. Kewlani highlighted that Pakistan rice export is not only thriving but also expanding into new markets. Pakistani rice has now started to penetrate…
Author: Zeeshan Haider Yazdani
In a significant boost for Pakistan’s struggling economy, the World Bank approves $1 billion for the construction of the Dasu Dam. This funding aims to expand hydropower electricity supply, enhance socio-economic services for local communities, and bolster the Water and Power Development Authority’s (WAPDA) capacity for future hydropower projects. The Dasu Hydropower Project (DHP), a run-of-river initiative on the Indus River near Dasu Town in Upper Kohistan District, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, promises substantial benefits. Once completed, the dam will have an installed capacity ranging from 4,320 to 5,400 MW. The construction will occur in phases. DHP-I, with a capacity of…
The federal government of Pakistan has announced plans to install advanced Chinese-sourced firewalls aimed at advanced social media blockers for unwanted material from spreading widely. The costs for these sophisticated firewalls will be shared between the federal government and local Internet Service Providers (ISPs). The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has mandated that ISPs block illegal content, in compliance with their operating licenses. Consequently, the government will partially fund these firewalls while ISPs will cover the remaining expenses. Equipped with deep packet inspection (DPI) technology, these firewalls will be implemented by local ISPs. This decision followed extensive discussions involving the PTA,…
Today, 11 June 2024 the gold rate in Pakistan is 206,190 Rs. per 10g. And the price of per tola of gold is 240,500 Rs. These rates have calculated keeping in view the global market and Pakistani market. And this is the actual rate of gold which will be traded today. Pakistan’s largest jewelry market is in Karachi where millions of rupees are traded daily. Gold rates in all cities of Pakistan such as Quetta, Lahore, Faisalabad, Peshawar, Islamabad & Kashmir is similar to Karachi’s rate. Gold Rate in Pakistan today, 11 June 2024 City Per Tola Gold rates today Karachi 240,500 Rs. Gold…
An aircraft carrying Malawi’s Vice President Saulos Klaus Chilima and nine others has gone missing, according to a statement from Malawi’s presidency on Monday. “All efforts by aviation authorities to make contact with the aircraft since it went off the radar have failed thus far,” the Office of the President and Cabinet announced. Vice President Chilima, 51, was on board a Malawi Defense Force aircraft that departed from the capital, Lilongwe, at 9:17 a.m. local time (0717 GMT). The plane was scheduled to land at Mzuzu International Airport at 10:02 a.m., but it has not been heard from since. Search…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on Saturday that the government will send 1,000 students to China’s Yangling Agricultural Demonstration Base for advanced training in agriculture. This initiative aims to modernize Pakistan’s agricultural sector and enhance productivity. The Prime Minister assured that the government would fully fund the students’ training. He has directed the Ambassador of Pakistan to China and other relevant officials to finalize arrangements with Chinese authorities. This announcement came through a press release from the PM Office Media Wing. Additionally, PM Shehbaz invited the North West Agriculture and Forestry University to establish a campus in Pakistan, promising full…
In a highly anticipated rematch following Pakistan’s heartbreaking defeat to India at the 2024 T20 World Cup, cricket fans might witness another thrilling India-Pakistan clash. Reports indicate that Lahore is poised to host all India matches in the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025. The draft schedule, submitted to the International Cricket Council (ICC), proposes that the India-Pakistan encounter will be the last league match of the tournament, which is set to run from February 19 to March 9, 2025, in Pakistan. However, the India-Pakistan game in Lahore hinges on approval from the Government of India. Should permission be denied, a hybrid…
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has congratulates Modi on securing a historic third term as India’s Prime Minister. Sharif highlighted that Modi’s electoral success signifies his strong leadership and the confidence Indian voters have in him. In a message posted on X (formerly known as Twitter), Sharif urged for a shift from hostility to hope, advocating for collaborative efforts between Pakistan and India to build a better future for nearly two billion South Asians. He emphasized the importance of positive relations between the two nations, asserting that cooperation is essential for regional prosperity. Sharif’s diplomatic outreach underscores the potential…
Islamabad: Nawaz Sharif Criticizes PTI Founder In a recent meeting with Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) senators, Nawaz Sharif emphasized that the PTI founder’s behaviour is a major obstacle in negotiations. The details of this meeting have surfaced, shedding light on the tense dynamics between the two political parties. Nawaz Sharif’s Remarks on Dialogue with PTI Sources revealed that PML-N senate members inquired about the party’s stance on engaging in dialogue with PTI. Responding to this, Nawaz Sharif questioned the seriousness of the PTI founder’s behaviour. “When they are not serious, how could anyone hold talks with them?” he remarked. Sharif…
Renowned Pakistani author, humorist, and television host Anwar Maqsood has been awarded the prestigious King Charles Pin Award by the Canadian government. This accolade recognizes Maqsood’s outstanding contributions to culture, art, and literature, particularly in promoting Urdu literature. Ceremony Highlights The award was presented by Canadian Parliament member Shafqat Ali, who commended Maqsood’s exceptional services in the fields of literature and art. During the ceremony, Ali awarded Anwar Maqsood with the King Charles Pin Award, acknowledging him as a positive ambassador for Pakistan on the international stage. Significance of the Award Shafqat Ali highlighted that the Canadian government deeply appreciates…