Work on Tarbela Dam Expansion Project Halted Due to Rising Water Level

Water Reservoirs in Pakistan

PESHAWAR – Construction work on the fifth extension project of Tarbela Dam has been suspended after rising water levels entered the project site, creating safety risks for both equipment and workers. The Chinese company responsible for the expansion decided to halt work temporarily and granted leave to its employees, vacating the workers’ camp as a […]

KP Austerity Policy: Govt Bans New Posts, Vehicle Purchases,  Foreign Trips

Gandapur's changing stance raises questions on KP's anti-terror efforts

PESHAWAR – The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has introduced a strict austerity policy for the new financial year. Under this policy, departments cannot create new posts, purchase vehicles, or fund foreign travel and medical treatment. The official notification makes it clear: no government-funded workshops, seminars, or events will take place in five-star hotels. Departments must limit […]

Increase in Gas Prices: What It Means for Your Next Bill

Gas Gridlock: Federal govt Halts KP Gas Supply and New Connections

PESHAWAR – An unexpected increase in gas prices is set to hit millions of households starting 1 July—and the real shock lies in the fine print. The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has issued a fresh notification that raises not only per-unit gas rates but also imposes steep fixed monthly charges. Whether you are […]

WAPDA Digital Meters May End Thousands of jobs

PESHAWAR- The federal government’s decision to implement WAPDA Digital Meters Policy has triggered widespread concern among electricity workers, with more than 4,000 meter reader jobs now under threat across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.  The move follows the approval of the Apna Meter Apni Reading (My Meter, My Reading) mobile application, which allows consumers to submit their own […]