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#Pakistan's #NRTC has signed a major #drone acquisition deal with Technology Transfer & local production with #Türkiye’s Pasifik Teknoloji A.Ş.
The contract includes:
- 100,000x Merküt #FPV #kamikaze drones.
- 10x Alpin rotary UAS.
- 25x Dumrul rotary UAV.
- 500x Deli-2EO/Deli-2S loitering munitions.
- 250x Korgan drones.
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The 32.5-kilometre-long BRT Yellow Line Corridor, #Gujranwala is now taking its final shape.
#InfrastructureDevelopment
#BRTYellowLine
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A historical milestone for #Pakistan in human space exploration! 🇵🇰✨
In a groundbreaking announcement, a Pakistani astronaut is set to join #China's Shenzhou-24 mission as a payload specialist. This marks the very first time a foreign astronaut will board China's Tiangong space station, highlighting deepening bilateral space collaboration.
Key highlights of this mission:
🌸 Symbolic Honor: The official mission patch features Pakistan’s national flower, the jasmine.
🛰️ In-Orbit Joint Operations: The astronaut will carry out a short-duration mission on Tiangong before returning to Earth aboard Shenzhou-23.
🚀 Selection Process: Following a strategic space cooperation agreement, two reserve Pakistani candidates were selected after a rigorous three-stage screening process (one primary crew member, one backup).
This milestone represents a powerful leap forward for Pakistan’s scientific footprint in orbit and sets a new precedent for international crewed spaceflights! 🌌
#PakistanSpaceAgency #Shenzhou24 #Tiangong #SpaceExploration #PakistanChina #PakAstronaut #Innovation
Under the patronage of founder Raja Muhammad Khan Abbasi and the "Uraan Jawan" team, a historic and magnificent speech competition was organized for government school students across the eight Union Councils of the remote, hilly Circle Bakote region in Abbottabad.
The grand event aimed to highlight hidden student talent and featured prominent political, social, and educational figures as guests, with the rigorous judging panel ensuring impartial evaluation.
Sanaullah from Government High School Dalola clinched the champion's title, while a total of over PKR 200,000 in cash prizes, shields, and certificates were distributed among the deserving position holders, participants, and core organizers to empower the youth of the region.
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The government has reduced the prices of petroleum products for the third consecutive time.
According to a notification issued by OGRA, the price of petrol has been reduced by Rs 9.41 per liter, and the price of diesel by Rs 5.56 per liter.
The new price for petrol has been set at Rs 352.59, while the new price for diesel is Rs 382.25.
#PetrolPrice #Pakistan #PetroleumPrices
#Islamabad Olympic Village: A world-class sports destination is taking shape near D-12, nestled against the #MargallaHills.
This ambitious project spans 175 acres and will feature an international cricket stadium (35,000 seats, nearing construction), football and hockey stadiums, athletics facilities, indoor sports complexes, a cricket academy, and accommodation.
Highlights:
• Prime location near Sector D-12, accessible via Margalla Road
• Comprehensive master plan for diverse sporting disciplines
• International cricket stadium development in collaboration with PCB
• Significant infrastructure development, including approach roads
This integrated sports complex aims to become a major hub for sports and recreation in Islamabad.
#IslamabadOlympicVillage #D12 #SportsDevelopment #CDA #PakistanCricket
The work of new asphalt carpeting is underway on Auto Bhan Road Phase II and III #Hyderabad.
#HyderabadDevelopment #Sindh #Pakistan
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The work of new asphalt carpeting is underway on Auto Bhan Road Phase II and III #Hyderabad.
#HyderabadDevelopment #Sindh #Pakistan
#Kashmir Underpass project completed in record time of 27 days
The Kashmir Underpass project sets a new benchmark in infrastructure development, completed in a record 27 days. Beyond the underpass itself, it includes an interchange with four slip roads, totaling approximately 4 kilometers.
The project eases major traffic congestion and improves commuter mobility, while also advancing a green initiative with the plantation of over 6,000 trees.
© Capital Development Authority - #CDA
#Islamabad #Pakistan 🇵🇰
Under Construction Service Road of Islamabad Expressway Project
#Islamabad #Pakistan 🇵🇰
In a recent briefing to the Senate Standing Committee on Cabinet Secretariat, the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) announced that 38 strategic projects have been finalized across key sectors—including mining, IT, energy, transport, health, and tourism.
These key initiatives are projected to draw around $40 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI).
Key Highlights:
🔹 Refinery Upgrades: 5 major oil refineries have signed implementation agreements under the Brownfield Refinery Policy, representing roughly $6B in investment.
🔹 Global Partnerships: Active engagements are underway with investors from China, Qatar, and Kuwait.
🔹 Ease of Doing Business: Streamlined visa processes, single-window operations, and faster NOC approvals are helping remove legacy bureaucratic hurdles for international investors.
Senate leadership emphasized the ongoing need to simplify regulatory steps and provide clear incentives to ensure sustainable economic growth.
#Economy #Investment #Pakistan #Infrastructure #SIFC #ForeignInvestment #BusinessGrowth
Construction work on the 69-kilometer-long #Sambrial #Kharian #Motorway (#M12) is progressing rapidly; the project is expected to be completed six months ahead of schedule.
#RoadsNetworkPakistan #M12Motorway #MotorwayConstruction
