FPCCI emphasizes genuine structural reforms Taking loans, failing to reform create problem
The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry has stressed the need for serious structural reforms, with a keen focus on value
Multi Dimensional Methods of Spectroscopy
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ML-1 railway track project to be completed during current tenure
Minister for Railways Sheikh Rasheed Ahmad has claimed that the new ML-1 railway track project would be completed during the tenure
Exxon, Mitsubishi to start building LNG terminals this year
Of the five, two multinational companies are reportedly set to start physical work on setting up Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) terminals
You Are Responsible
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Computer literacy for Thari women
Thar Foundation has decided to introduce computer literacy for women and men of Block-2 and Gorrano area of Tharparkar.
Over 5 lakh new gas connections this year
Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) and Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC), would provide around 549,821 new connections to domestic,
Some Japanese auto industry may relocate to Pakistan
Japan was encouraging its investors to look at investments in the autoparts sector in Pakistan and some Japanese investors would also be
National Engineers Welfare Association being reorganized
Organization’s setups for center and Sindh announced; Engr Abdul Qadir Shah announced Chairman,
Engr. Mukhtar Shaikh Central Coordinator
What Karachi needs to avoid urban flooding
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Nepra Saves Choice On Tax Climb
After questioning the justification for furnace oil-based expensive power generationNational Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra)
FCCPI Blames BOI For Being Unjust with The Business Community
The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry’s (FPCCI) capital office has criticized the Board of Investment (BOI) for restraining the
NESPAK to develop Rs100 bn housing br scheme in Peshawar
As per Prime Minister of Pakistan Imran Khan’s vision, NESPAK is playing an active role in the housing sector and has always been ready to serve in
Construction projects to go under strict scrutiny in Balochistan
Major construction projects, be they in the private sector or public ones are to come under strict scrutiny in Balochistan.
Pakistani firms set to br participate in 2020 CIFTIS
Pakistani firms are all set to participate in the 2020 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) scheduled to kick off in September at the
NBP to provide soft loans under PM Housing Scheme
National Bank of Pakistan’s President Arif Usmani has said his bank will provide all possible support for the uplift of the general public including the
SSGC preparing PC-I to gasify br gas fields localities
The Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) would gasify the localities and villages falling within a five-kilometre radius of gas-producing fields, being
WAPDA Chairman br visits Nai Gaj Dam project, seeks damages report
Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) Chairman Lt Gen (r) Muzammil Hussain visited the Nai Gaj Dam project area located in Dadu
Discovering a novel magnetic compound
A Canadian-Finnish collaboration has led to the discovery of a novel magnetic compound in which two magnetic dysprosium metal ions are bridged by
Digital transformation of Pakistan
Digitization and technology hold the promise of progress and prosperity for almost every country including Pakistan. Information Technology has
Setting benchmarks br to optimize br quantum computer performance
Two UCLA computer scientists have shown that existing compilers, which tell quantum computers how to use their circuits to execute quantum
US-China trade war – Chinese interested to relocate factories to Pakistan
Minister for Science and Technology Fawad Chaudhry says Chinese companies are interested in the relocation of their factories to Pakistan
Will new power agreements bring benefits
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the federal government and Independent Power Producers (IPPs) that came under
Exploration and Evaluation of Coal in Balochistan
The geological experts have completed 100 percent mapping of the Nosham area of Balochistan under a coal exploration and evaluation project.
40 new blocks br identified for br oil, gas br exploration
Petroleum Division has identified as many as 40 new blocks in different parts of the country to step up oil and gas exploration activities. The step
NOWPDP to establish a br plastic recycling facility
Philip Morris Pakistan has announced its support to establish a recycling facility as part of its anti-littering efforts.
Gas Triggered Ion Source in Ionization Process
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Pakistan to get 38 more br agricultural drones from China
The Chinese government will provide around 38 more agricultural drones to Pakistan in a few months to fight desert locust.
PSO opens first electric vehicle charging station in Islamabad
Pakistan State Oil (PSO), the largest oil marketing company of the country continues to pave the way for a sustainable future for Pakistan by
ECNEC approves ML -1, dry port on sharing basis
The Executive committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) has approved the project of up-gradation of Pakistan Railways existing
Artificial intelligence, information technology a prerequisite to compete
National Showcasing of Artificial Intelligence and IoT Products & Services” was organized by COMSTECH Secretariat and other partners in the capital
Sindh, Balochistan to benefit from integrated power plan
The federal government has devised an integrated plan to generate 100,000MW by 2047 through indigenous resources to ensure energy
With Gwadar at top Balochistan under focus
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KE Need to Explain the Cause of Loadshedding: Nepra Issues Show Cause Notice
The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) issued a show cause notice to K-Electric on Tuesday due to excessive load-shedding. Nepra
Unregistered Builders & Developers Can Work Till 31st December Only
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has made it compulsory for builders and developers to get themselves enlisted with the FBR till December 31, 2020.
Zhob-Kuchlak Western Route: Bidding Process in Progress: CPEC Chairman
Prime Minister’s Assistant on Information and Broadcasting Lt-Gen AsimSaleemBajwa (retd) declared that bidding process for a part of China Pakistan
Ecnec Favors Road Ventures Worth Rs 290bn
The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (Ecnec) on Thursday affirmed four significant street ventures worth Rs290 billion in Sindh
While Dealing Senate Body Blamed Govt. Being Incompetence With PSM Issue
The Senate Standing Committee on Industries and Production on Wednesday communicated alarm over the administration’s treatment of the Pakistan Steel Mills
Air pollution in US ‘causes 100,000 deaths a year’
A new study provides insight into the causes of poor air quality in the US and its effects on human health, Conducted by researchers at the University In US.
Pakistan-born Scientist Leading the Scientist Forum in Germany’s Society
Germany’s renowned Max Planck Society has assigned the duty of Vice-President to Pakistan-born Scientist Asifa Akhtar.
NEPRA Has Decided to NTDC’s Plan Strict Scrutiny Of
National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has decided to conduct a hearing on NTDC’s ‘Indicative Generation Capacity Expansion
Buzdar Announced 13 Special Economic Zones
Chief Minister Punjab Usman Buzdar announced the program of 13 Special Economic Zones (SEZs) and Industrial estates..
Optical Fibre operationalize from Khunjrab to Islamabad
A project of implanting optical fibre cable had been operationalized from Khunjrab to Islamabad mentioned. The news revealed by
Euro-V Is The Only Standard That Can Be Imported By Oil Companies
Government has issued a notice which directs the oil industry to import petrol and diesel no less than Euro-V standard from Aug 1, 2020, and Jan 1
July sees the jump in the prices of Suzuki and two-wheelers vehicles
Alto 660cc VX model, also called the city car, now is not in reach in most of the city dwellers. The price of the car has increased Rs63,000 to Rs1.198
SBP to finance manufacturing sector for medical equipment
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has expanded the scope of the Refinance Facility to Combat Covid-19 (RFCC) to the manufacturing sector producing
Balochistan sets up a new monitoring system for PSDP schemes
The Balochistan government has decided to set up a new system of monitoring development schemes under the Public Sector Development
New body for PM’s housing program!
Prime Minister Imran Khan has constituted the National Coordination Committee on Housing, Construction, and Development. The objective
Pakistan Cables partners with Karachi Relief Trust
Pakistan Cables has pledged to support corona virus relief efforts to help flatten the curve.The commitment includes a donation
Fed govt claims to bring US$4 bn investment! Pakistan signs Azad Pattan Power Project on river Jhelum
Pakistan signed Azad Pattan Power Project which will be built on River Jhelum with an estimated cost of US$ 1.5 Billion. Prime Minister Imran
Facility for first-ever indigenous ventilators at NRTC inaugurated
Prime Minister Imran Khan inaugurated the production facility of first-ever indigenously developed ventilators at National Radio and
Pakistan industry needs a comprehensive stimulus package
Pakistan’s industry requires a comprehensive stimulus package as the government measures which, of course, helped the industry to some extent
Naveena Steel being launched at Port Qasim
Naveena Group, a conglomerate dealing in textile exports, spinning, wind power and other business sectors announced the launch of Naveena Steel
Energy Audits for Industries and Commercial Buildings
Pakistan is an emerging economy with a growing number of different industries across the country. The increasing industries provide job
NED University designs, fabricates commercial ventilator!
Although it cannot be the replacement of physical interaction, going online was the only option available for the universities in Pakistan,
Pakistan to focus on engineering sector for import substitution!
Abdul Razak Dawood, the Advisor to the Prime Minister has said that pursue the policy of ‘Make in Pakistan’ diligently is the need of the hour
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Govt Urged To Opt For Renewable Energy Sources Instead Of Coal
Speaking at a press conference at the Karachi Press Club, Mohammad Ali Shah, chairman of the Pakistan Fisherfolk Forum (PFF)
Pakistan Has Become Self-Sufficient For The Making Of Ventilators
Prime Minister Imran Khan has inaugurated the project of the local manufacturing of ventilators, including portable ones.
Cement Sales Has Remarkably Increased In The Month Of June
The sales of cement were continuously decreasing forthe last three months. The month of June has given a boom in it and increased 19pc.
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Engineers at the University of Glasgow have developed a new type of flexible supercapacitor, which stores energy, replacing the electrolytes
NESPAK-led JV wins ADB-Funded Jalalpur Irrigation Project New irrigation system to irrigate 174,000 acres of land in Pind Dadan Khan, Khushab
A NESPAK-led Joint Venture (JV) has won Command Area Development Component of ADB-funded Jalalpur Irrigation Project (CAD-JIP) through competitive
Biomaterial’s surface modification with proteins
According to a biomedical point of view, biocompatibility is the capacity of a material to perform with a suitable host reaction in a particular
Senate gets first-ever budgetary cut; termed unlawful
The federal government has inflicted a cut at the budget allocated for the Senate—an action taken for the first time in Pakistan’s history.
Online classes: Balochistan Governor seeks a report in 15 days
Balochistan Governor Amanullah Khan has directed higher education institutions in Balochistan to submit within two weeks a detailed report
All 84 SOEs found not up to the mark
The Cabinet Committee on the state-owned enterprises has found out that the overall performance of all 84 state-owned enterprises is unsatisfactory
Punjab allocates around 10 pc more development funds for 2020-21
Punjab which announced its budget for 2020-21 will have Rs337 billion for its Annual Development Programme (ADP). The figure shows
IMC contributes Rs20 m to COVID-19 Fund
Indus Motor Company (IMC), manufacturers of Toyota vehicles in Pakistan, has made Rs20 million contribution to “The Prime Minister’
Founder of IBA Sukkur Prof Nisar Ahmed Siddiqui passes away
Renowned educationist and founder of the Sukkur Institute of Business Administration (IBA) Professor Nisar Ahmed Siddiqui breathed his
GPI Mithi gets two new machines
Two new Lathe Machines have been added in the Mechanical Department laboratory of Government Polytechnic Institute (GPI), Mithi.
Joint defense-civil R&D platform on active cards
Pakistan’s Ministry of Science and Technology (MoS&T) has designed a joint defense-civil research and development (R&D) platform,
Reactive 4D Printing! A method to print objects that can be manipulated in changing environment
Soft robots and biomedical implants that reconfigure themselves upon demand are closer to reality with a new way to print shape-shifting materials.
Promoting ‘Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Concepts ;
Germany will provide Technical Assistance worth Euro 4 million for the project “Promotion of Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Concepts
NHA gets full allocation of Rs173.53 billion under (PSDP)
The federal government has authorized the release of Rs 584.9 billion for various ongoing and new social sector uplift projects under its Public Sector
Fed government consults businessmen, farmers to create employment
Islamabad is having meetings with representatives of business and farming communities to pull them out of current economic situation
Telehealth – Modern aspects of healthcare delivery
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Balochistan’s PSDP brings MPAs on roads Allege CM not taking opposition into confidence
The opposition in Balochistan has complaints that the government does not take it into confidence on the development program of the province.
A small warship for PN
The steel-cutting ceremony of a Milgem class corvette or small warship, being constructed for the Pakistan Navy by Turkey was held at the Karachi
KP approves four new economic zones
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Economic Zones Development and Management Company (EZDMC) has approved launching of four new economic zones across the province.
NHA takes over Islamabad’s roads
The federal government has started cutting the size of the Capital Development Authority (CDA) under its reforms program designed by Dr. Ishrat Hussein,
Power Capacity Expansion Plan (2020-47) has marked a full stop to all other upcoming projects:
The decision of Power Capacity Expansion Plan will decide the direction of the country’s power sector in the future, the power regulators
Import of Furnace Oil is no more unlawful in Pakistan:
The government has taken a stern step to fulfill the demand for power supply, when it is much needed because or rise in temperature in all over the
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Islamabad is facing a huge setback in the energy sector. The maximum usage of fuel is still unable to diminish the electricity load shedding from the country.
Expo 2020 Dubai postponed to next year
The 12-month postponement of Expo 2020 Dubai has been formally ratified by the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) at its general assembly.
Mobile Device Manufacturing Policy approved
The Federal Cabinet has approved the first-ever ‘Mobile Device Manufacturing Policy’ to promote local manufacturing and assembly of mobile phone handsets.
NESPAK-led JV wins Diamer Basha Dam’s consultancy contract
Lahore: A NESPAK-led joint venture has won the consultancy contract of Diamer Basha Dam Project through competitive bidding. The agreement was signed
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Emissions from Thar coal mines, power plants to affect 100,000 people!
hazards as well as unfavorable economic conditions due to the availability of more affordable and cleaner renewable energy sources
Balochistan launches online ‘Business Registration Portal’
Balochistan has launched an online Business Registration Portal to provide one window business registration facility to businessmen.
24 more IPPs to be online by 2028
As many as 12,464 MW will be added to the national grid system through 25 projects of Independent Power Producers (IPPs) which are in various stages of development.
OGDCL production begins recovering from Covid-19 onslaught
The Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has injected nine new wells, producing 137,230 Barrels crude oil and 5,562 Million Cubic Feet (MMCF) gas, in its production
CDWP approves 8 projects Weather Surveillance Radar to be installed at Sukkur
Central Development Working Party (CDWP) has approved 8 projects worth Rs. 35.32 billion. The moot deferred 10 projects including ML-I.
PSM: Are we right on track?
The federal government finally approved retrenching 9,350 employees of the Pakistan Steel Mills (PSM).
UK Manufacturing Unite (#UkMfgUnite) has been launched in response to the national effort to produce more critical components and essential equipment at home!
Created and run by manufacturers for manufacturers, the movement is urging more firms to come together to collaborate
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Engineering, of Mehran University of Engineering and Technology Jamshoro along with Dr. Attiya Baqai participated….
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Is there any link between Covid’19 and climate change? There are many around the globe who respond, yes.
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Fed govt approves setting up 10 SEZs
Prime Minister Imran Khan approved the establishment of 10 special economic zones (SEZs) in the four provinces of the country…
Coronavirus to cost global economy $1.0 trillion
UN economists have warned that the deadly coronavirus epidemic could cost the global economy $1.0 trillion this year and called on….
No PSDP funds to be released in 4th quarter
Islamabad has devised a new strategy for the release of the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) funds in the last quarter…
Sindh insists CCI is to decide on gas distribution
The Sindh government has come crystal that no cabinet body is authorized to decide on the gas distribution among the provinces…
5 E&P companies pay Rs2.197 billion as royalty
Five hydrocarbon Exploration and Production (E&P) companies working in Pakistan have paid Rs2.197 billion on account of royalty on oil…
ADB to fund mega sanitation project in Multan
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has agreed to fund a mega sanitation project under which sewerage water of Multan city will be released…
Karachi’s huge population at severe risk
Pakistan’s largest city of Karachi sent yet another warning on Thursday (March 5) that the city may witness a horrific situation some…
Dynamic Role of Artificial Intelligence
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Sindh govt continues to implement SC orders School Education and Literacy Dept removes B.Tech, Diploma holders
Sindh’s School Education and Literacy Department has removed all B.Tech and Diploma holders holding engineering positions in the…
NCCPL, NCCS-NED to develop information security products
National Clearing Company of Pakistan Limited (NCCPL) and NCCS-NED have signed an MoU to develop Information Security products…
Bayer, XAG shake hands to commercialize digital farming technology in Pakistan
Bayer and XAG have announced a strategic partnership to bring, promote and commercialize digital farming technology in Southeast Asia…
Economic conditions overshadow Pakistan Auto Show
Annual Pakistan International Auto Show 2020 earlier called Pakistan Auto Parts Show (PAPS) or Pakistan Auto Show concludes on Sunday,…
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Pakistan is passing through a challenging situation, apart from political challenges, economic challenges are very big for the government …
IEEE Karachi Chapter organizes ‘Power Isolation’ seminar
IEEE PES Chapter Karachi organized a technical Seminar—the first activity of the year 2020. Participated by 50 engineers, it was a one-day session…
IEEEP and ‘Make in Pakistan’
Institution of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Pakistan (IEEEP) had a successful show, at least, in terms of thought—‘Make in Pakistan’, ….
Renewable projects receive a severe blow
Pakistan’s renewable power projects have received a severe blow due to the government’s failure to pursue Energy Policy 2006 discouraging…
Balochistan decides to expedite dev work on SEZs
Balochistan Minister for Commerce and Industries, Muhammad Khan Utmankhail has said the provincial government had decided …
DHA Suffa University hosts 35th IEEEP
DHA Suffa University (DSU) Karachi, in collaboration with The Institution of Electrical & Electronics Engineers Pakistan (IEEEP), organized…
Pakistan Cables powers NOWPDP’s
In an effort to provide equal learning and development opportunities for children with disabilities, Pakistan Cables, as part of its…
Balloki and Haveli Bahadur Shah
Islamabad has decided to complete the privatization of two power plants located at Balloki and Haveli Bahadur Shah by April this year….
PEF celebrates its 42nd Foundation Day
Professionals who shape up the industry are always a few and it is so in engineering fraternity of our country. We were surprised to…
Hydropower projects to get
Islamabad is likely to allocate a hefty sum in the next fiscal budget for the country’s hydropower projects, documents and reports suggest….
PEF organizes ‘Career Guidance Seminar’
One of the most prestigious professions in the world is engineering. For many, it’s a dream which comes true for a few…
Descon Engg. conducts its first CEO Communication Session of 2020
Descon Engineering, a premier EPC company in Pakistan, conducted its first CEO Communication Session of 2020 to promote its foundation…
Dasu Hydropower Project picks up pace, generate power in 2024
Following the resolution of land rates issues, reports suggest that construction work on Dasu Hydropower Project has started…
Time for IEEEP to rise!
Now that the Institution of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Pakistan (IEEEP) is bracing for electing new councils, the performance…
Engr. Al Kazim Mansoor elected president PEF
Members of Pakistan Engineers Forum (PEF) have elected Engr Al Kazim Mansoor as President PEF for the session 2020-21. Engr. Mansoor …
EDB authorized to lead in EV policy making
Engineering Development Board (EDB) has been authorized to lead the policy formulation task for electric vehicles in the country….
NESPAK acquires 87 projects in one year worth Rs11.14 billion
NESPAK, a public sector engineering services, and consultancy organization has made record progress during 2018/19 by acquiring 87…
World Bank to consider solarizing whole Sindh
The World Bank has agreed to consider the proposal of Sindh’s Energy Department that the solar power supplies should be offered …
ArcFM Solution – Comprehensive Enterprise Utility GIS
Schneider Electric Pakistan (Private) Limited, Karachi has introduced 1st time in Pakistan the GIS ArcFM (Geographic Information System) …
Preparations of 27th HVACR Exhibition enter an advanced stage!
Organizers of the 27th HVACR Exhibition, to be held in Lahore from March 26, say they have achieved almost all targets set for the event. …
Never Stop Asking Questions
“Do you have any questions?” and this concludes a lecture. Whether it be a classroom, a professional presentation or a discussion session…
Dev inflows on increase, govt releases surpass 50 pc
The year 2020 has seen improved inflows into Pakistan’s development initiatives and the data says Islamabad approved Rs.384 billion …
Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) has created a platform
Sales of new electric cars in Norway hit a record high last year, sector experts said in January 2020, reaching 42.4 percent of all nearly-registered…
PEC creates a new platform for engineers
Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) has created a platform for the employer and job seekers. In this regard, PEC has created an online pool of engineers…
Thar Energy’s 330 MW mine-mouth
The powerhouse will be fed by the coal from Thar Coalmine Field’s Block – II. The documentation is already ready, reports say. …
Industrial automation
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Bio-saline agriculture in Thar
Last year Thar Foundation planted Apple Ber over ten acres in Block – 2 of Islamkot, Tharparkar.
Over 25 public sector orgs asked to implement SC orders
Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) has asked over 25 public sector organizations of the country that they should implement the orders
An unprecedented moot with bright future prospects!
Notwithstanding the response in terms of numbers, NEDian International Convention emerged to be a huge success. Also, it proved to be prelude..
NESPAK organizes international symposium on Polluted Insulators
National Engineering Services Pakistan Pvt Limited (NESPAK), in collaboration with National Transmission and Despatch Company (NTDC), ..
Turkey’s first homebred automobile prototype
Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has unveiled the country’s first homebred automobile prototype, saying it will realise the country’s…
16th Annual Convocation 2019 SZABIST Karachi Eleven graduates awarded with gold medals
The 16th Annual Convocation of the Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Institute of Science and Technology (SZABIST) Karachi was held in December 2019..
Formula to facilitate the unemployed Biomedical Engineers
This article has been penned down to knock the board rooms of the higher authorities of Sindh in general and Pakistan in particular, to register a..
Sandhu Engineering & Trading Co.
Sandhu Engineering & Trading Co. (SETC) distributors of Delair in Pakistan, have recently become a service center for the UX11 drone..
CPEC Authority and accountability
The federal government believes the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) Authority was necessary. However, the opposition parties in..
Another feather in the cap Bilal Switchgear launches Type tested panels in Pakistan
BILAL SWITCHGEAR ENGINEERING (PVT) LTD, Pakistan’s leading Engineering Company in design and manufacturing of Medium Voltage..
Fed govt urges provinces to help in water sector projects
The federal government has sought the help of the provinces for prioritizing water sector projects in the country. Also, the Federal Minister ..
Formula to facilitate the unemployed Biomedical Engineers
In the country. Most of the equipment and machines are imported from international companies. Biomedical Engineers are not getting ..
Developer Student Clubs in Pakistan
For the very first time in Pakistan, Google took the initiative to create Developer Student Clubs. Forty two Developer leads were selected,..
Engineering: 2019 in perspective
In 2019 Engineering Review published around 300 plus interviews on its YouTube channel. We covered many events of the industry like HVACR ..
50 MW solar power park at Manjhand, Jamshoro Sindh Energy Department and international consortium sign a contract agreement
The Sindh Solar Energy Project has been initiated by the Energy Department Govt of Sindh with the Financial and technical support..
How does a dam or hydropower project look like?
How does a dam look like? Is it built like other buildings and structures? How does it store water? Does every dam generate electricity?..
NESPAK celebrates 40 years of operations In Oman
NESPAK has successfully completed 40 years of its operations in Oman. Since its establishment in 1979, NESPAK has contributed to 60 to 70 ..
‘Digital world is making work easy and accurate’
Engineer Muhammad Ahmad Habib Qureshi, heading Solar Division of Multiline Engineering is a graduate from the University of Sheffield
US to support in establishing a modern university in Thar Consul General Robert Silberstein appreciates NED engineering college in Mithi
US Consul General Robert Silberstein, who called on Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah at CM House, assured that his government
Over US$406 m secured for Khyber Pass Economic Corridor Project
The federal government and the World Bank have signed a loan agreement worth $406.6 million for Khyber Pass Economic Corridor (KPEC) Project.
A 1320MW coal-fired power generation project signed
Pakistan has signed an implementation agreement (IA) with a Chinese company for a 1320MW coal-fired power generation under the CPEC umbrella project.
Pakistan Cables launches ‘Shabash Ustaad’
Pakistan Cables announced the launch of an experience-based program, ‘SHAHBASH USTAAD’ for its Loyalty Club members recently…
Renewable power projects succeed getting over 5,800 acres in Sindh Seven projects would be installed in Thatta district, one in Dadu and two in Jamshoro
The Sindh Cabinet has approved the allotment of 5,801 acres of land to National Transmission and Dispatch Company (NTDC) and 10 private firms on 30-year..
FEIIC approves, inaugurates ‘Engineers Register’ Aims at facilitating the mobility of engineers in member Muslim countries
The Federation of Engineering Institutions of Islamic Countries (FEIIC) approved and thus inaugurated ‘Engineers Register’ in its executive committee held in Makkah..
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British Deputy High Commissioner Visits NESPAK
Mr. Mike Nithavrianakis, British Deputy High Commissioner along with Ms. Sumera Naveed, Senior Trade Manager, visited NESPAK House, Lahore.
Is IEP moving towards collective efforts? Engr. Uppal believes ‘yes’
President of Institution Engineers Pakistan (IEP) Engr. Jawed Uppal’s presence in IEP Karachi chapter’s program last month was a good sign
NED University set to be venue of a rare congregation NEDian International Alumini
NED University of Engineering & Technology, Karachi is set to be the venue of a rare congregation this month (December). ..
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Pakistan Cables won the 7th FPCCI Achievement award for its contribution towards technological advancement in power transmission systems by..
Public Sector Development Program
The federal government has so far released Rs297.278 billion for various ongoing and new social sector uplift projects under its Public Sector ..
Korean companies keen to set up JVs
A delegation of Multi Motive Creation People (MMC People) of South Korea led by CEO Yoohee Jong and Kim Advisor Je Jong visited the Islamabad..
PARC believes Thar Foundation’s Bio-Saline Agriculture in Thar is a great success
Pakistan’s top agriculture research body, Pakistan Agriculture Research Council (PARC) has declared Thar Foundation’s Pilot project of Bio-Saline..
The multinational Corporations in Pakistan: Qazi Muhammad Salahuddin
It was indeed a time, when multinational companies did very well in the economic prosperity of Pakistan. But, during last decades the multinational..
Ufone roaming service in AJK and Gilgit Baltistan
After more than 10 years of providing roaming service to the Special Communications Organisation (SCO) the Ufone subscribers will avail the benefit.
Garbage to Clean Fuel: An Integrated Solution for Karachi
Karachi is the heart of the economic activities of Pakistan that accommodates hefty migrants from all over the country.
Senate Panel Approves Engineers Service of Pakistan
A Senate committee has agreed upon service structure for engineers and thus approved ‘Engineers Service of Pakistan’ (ESP)
CSE Mehran, UET Jamshoro holds FYP Exhibition
A long one-day Final Year Project Exhibition of 16CS (Final Year) students held at Mehran University of Engineering & Technology, Jamshoro.
Chinese ‘Timesaco’ vows to promote digital culture in Pakistan
A Chinese investment company is about to launch multiple IT-based projects in Pakistan with an aim to promote digital culture.
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Two fires have created commotion in the world; one, the fire in Amazon rainforest—the world’s green sea and called lungs.
North-South Gas Pipeline Project: public hearing in QUEST, Nawabshah
A public hearing on Environmental & Socisal Impact Assessment (ESIA) report of “North-South Gas Pipeline Project”
Pakistan Cables Wins Best Corporate Report Award 2018
Pakistan Cables Annual report 2017-18 wins the Merit award for the best corporate report of 2018. Deep Heart Congratulations From ER.
Gohar Ejaz group sweeps APTMA elections
Gohar Ejaz group swept All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) elections. Chairman Election Commission conducted scrutiny of nomination.
CPEC to be monitored, executed by private, public sectors together
The federal government is setting up an authority to monitor and facilitate timely completion of China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
Cold response on power gen from municipal solid waste!
Government is likely to provide another opportunity to the investors for accepting the upfront tariff for municipal solid waste-based electricity
DUE&T launches Manchar Lake rehabilitation project Sindh’s three universities, PCSIR to extend helping hand, team visits the lake
DUE&T has joined hands with Karachi University, Sindh University and MUE&T and PCSIR to lunch a project on “Rehabilitation of Manchar Lake”.
Surprise-move of constructing Sindh Barrage creates doubts ‘Islamabad floats ‘Sindh Barrage’, Sindh studies ‘Delta Barrage’, consultation appears nowhere!
Prime Minister Imran Khan has formally approved a barrage on Indus River upstream of Sindh’s delta. The project is aimed at addressing the long-standing water-related issues in Sindh.
MoU signed to establish NED Campus in Thar SECMC, NED University, TCF join hands
The announcement by the Government of Sindh, a NED University campus under the name of Thar Institute of Engineering, Sciences, and Technology (TIEST)
CRBC, Mardan chamber talks about Rashkai Economic Zone
A delegation of representatives of China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC) visited Mardan chamber of commerce and industry (MCCI), said a press statement.
NEPRA Begins Looking Into K-Electric, HESCO Issues
Deaths of at least 20 people and prolonged power breakdowns in Sindh especially in its two major cities of Karachi during heavy downpour have created a severe pressure.
ENERCON– Career Counseling Workshop
ENERCON – Engineering universities and educational institutes are producing hundreds of engineers every year, but unfortunately in the academic life of engineering students there is no prime attention is given on their professional training.
Engineers’ Movement Gains Momentum
Engineers – These people are among the lot who do the most arduous jobs in Pakistan be they constructing dams, motorways, designing housing schemes
World Telecommunication and Information Society Day at MUET
World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) was celebrated at Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro.
Survey Engineer: An overlooked role of a Civil Engineer by Engr. Imran Anees
A simple question raised in my mind during a discussion with a group of final year students of Civil Engineering and I could not stop myself to ask them.
‘PC – II of K – IV rough work of a child’
Karachi’s premier water supply scheme, K – IV was not taken seriously from very beginning and PC – II of the project seems to be the rough work.
ICCI for early finalization of SME Policy
President Islamabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry (ICCI) Ahmed Hassan Moughal has said that SMEs played a key role in the economic development.
S. Munawwar Assumes Office of The Chairperson (Electrical) at NHU
Saqib Munawwar (recipient, Pride of Kuala Lumpur); took the acting charge of the Office of The Chairman at Department of Electrical Engineering (DEE)
PEC forms 18 committees
(PEC) has started working and constituted 18 committees for the smooth functioning of the council.
Planning Commission releases Only 9 pc funds in the first quarter
This has resulted in dismal reimbursements for the projects. Planning ministry told a Senate Committee in mid-November that more than 90 percent development projects
IMF mission appreciates CPEC for energy production
The IMF Mission which visited Pakistan reportedly appreciated China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) for increasing energy.
ISK-SODEX 2019 to open int’l trade doors
Hannover Messe Sodeks Fuarcılık General Manager Alexander Kühnel said: “The air-conditioning industry occupies an important place in Turkey’s exports.
Kashmiri expatriates sign dev MoU with MDA
Kashmiri expatriates-owned private entrepreneur and Mirpur Development Authority [MDA] signed a memorandum of understanding [MOU]
First ever revision of Islamabad master plan
Islamabad’s master plan is being revised for the first time in its 58-year history. The task would be given to an independent commission, it is decided.
Scientists theorize new originated story for Earth’s water
Earth’s water may have originated from both asteroidal material and gas left over from the formation of the Sun, according to new research.
Purple bacteria ‘batteries’ turn sewage into clean energy
Organic compounds in household sewage and industrial wastewater are a rich potential source of energy, bio-plastics and even proteins.
Smart devices will be becoming battery less soon!
Researchers at the University of Waterloo (Canada) have taken a huge step towards making smart devices that do not use batteries or require charging.
Transforming carbon dioxide into industrial fuels
Imagine a day when — rather than being spewed into the atmosphere — the gases coming from power plants and heavy industry.
Advanced CCTV in Pakistan
CCTV ‘s are frequently utilized for surveillance in locations that may require regular monitoring such as casinos, banks, military installations,
Fire Safety Culture
Fire And Safety –
“Adopting a fire safety culture is a corporate commitment that each organization should have in place.”
PEC Election Result 2018
LIST OF ELECTED CANDIDATESFor the Office of Name and Registration No. of elected candidateChairman Engr. Jawed Salim Qureshi.
Inefficiency in T&D, less recovery of bills Discos, K-Electric contribute Rs111 bn losses
The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has showed its concern over performance of X-Wapda distribution companies and K-Electric….
PPRA: defender or derailing Infrastructure Development in Pakistan
“PPRA is followed so that this project may be executed”. This myth has been encircled us since last decade. Is it really true? Few pages of documents can ensure transparency?
Italian engineering university invites Prof. Dr. B.S Chowdhry to conduct Ph.D. examinations
Politecnico di Milano Italian, highly ranked Engineering University invited Prof. Dr. Bhawani Shankar Chowdhry (Distinguished National Professor) to evaluate Ph.D.
Founder and Foundation Civil Engineering – Thematic Guideline
“And when it is being ordered by Almighty Allah to Hazrat Ibrahim (A.S)” to initiate the development of Holy Khan-e-Kaba
Pak-India IWT talks remain inconclusive!
There appears to be no breakthrough in two-day talks between experts’ teams of Pakistan and India which met in Lahore on Aug 30-31, 2018.
NESPAK celebrates Independence Day with fervor
NESPAK celebrated the 71st Independence Day by arranging a simple but impressive ceremony at NESPAK House, Lahore here on August
Efficient Management May Save Water Equivalent To One Dam
A USAID-sponsored water center in Sindh has claimed that an effective management and improvement in the irrigation system can save water.
Jawed Salim sweeps PEC elections!
Engr. Jawed Salim Qureshi emerged successful as chairman in Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) Elections 2018 held on August 12.
Diamer, Mohmand dams to begin this year, WAPDA tells PM Mulk
Chairman Water and Power Development Authority (Wapda) Chairman Muzammil Hussain has said that the construction work on dams would begin.
SBP, PPAF to develop microfinance industry
Microfinance-Tariq Bajwa, governor of State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has said that central bank is working with Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund (PPAF).
Samsung opens world`s largest phone factory in India
amsung Electronics has formally opened a new factory in India, which the South Korean tech group says is the world`s biggest mobile phone manufacturing plant.
QMB to organize seminar in Lahore
Technology is best when it brings people together – Matt Mullenweg -Find Out About The Most Informative Seminar In Lahore..
FIFA 2022’ to bring opportunity for Pakistan and Qatar
FIFA 2022’ is bringing a big opportunity for increasing economic and trade relations between Qatar and Pakistan.
Rawalpindi: 80 pc water supplied by private tankers unfit for humans
More than 80 per cent of water supplied by private tanker services in Rawalpindi city is unfit for human consumption. Find out More!
Changan, Master Motors forms a JV for indigenization of local automobile industry
Changan Automobiles, China and Master Motors Ltd (MML) have entered into a joint venture (JV) for the indigenization of local automobile industry.
MUET takes lead in International Credit Mobility opportunities
Ms. Maria Isabel Martin from International Office University of Malaga (UMA), Spain, gave a Seminar on “UMA Mobility Programmes.
Move to ensure employment of locals in oil, gas exploration companies
A committee of the Senate would visit eight oil and gas exploration companies in the country to analyze employment of locals in the companies.
Principles of public procurement By Engr. Shehzad Memon
Considering diversity and multiplicity of living situations, norms for each and every legal situation cannot be established.
Construction of Diamer Basha, Mohmand dams to start in 2018-19
Water Resources Federal Minister Syed Ali Zafar has visited WAPDA House. WAPDA Chairman Lt Gen Muzammil Hussain (R) briefed the Minister about the issues of water.
Provinces don’t spend oil companies’ CSR amounts
Islamabad has blamed the provinces for inadequate development of areas around oil and gas fields despite the provision of sufficient funds.
All free trade agreements to be reviewed, claims PPP manifesto
The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) vowed to review all free trade agreements (FTAs) Pakistan has entered into thus far if it comes into power.
How climate change affects economies of Sindh and Punjab
Sindh has emerged as the most vulnerable hotspot in Pakistan followed by Punjab.
Engr. Qadir Shah accuses PEC Chairman Javed Saleem of economic slaughter of local Engineers
Engr. Abdul Qadir Shah, a candidate for the top slot of the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) has alleged the incumbent chairman Engr. Javed Saleem.
Financial Closing of Lucky Electric Power Project Declared!
The federal government has declared the financial closing of the 660MW Lucky Electric Power Project which would use on Thar coal.
Poverty of ideas, Mediocrity, Killers of Engineering: Naheed Memon
SBI chairperson believes Pakistan can never become a heavy industrial center in the region. Naheed Memon has no qualms as to what Pakistan can realistically achieve in engineering and industrial sector.
Computerized signals installed at 22 railway stations
Pakistan Railways (PR) has replaced old mechanical signaling with Computerized Interlocking System (CBIS) at 22 railway stations to prevent accidents..
Will not waste time on issues which cannot be resolved: Siddiq Essa
CPEC depends on our engineers’ “Essa”. President of the Association of Consulting Engineers Pakistan (ACEP) Siddiq Essa is in no mood to waste time on issues which he believes cannot be resolved.
We need systems like PTS for making projects economical: Saleem Khan
Talking to Engineering Review, Mr. Khan said: We established Titanium Engineering in 2014 although we were working since 2009.
The Imperial Electric Company (Pvt) Ltd.
IEC was established in 1931. Since then, it has provided its clients with World-class products and services.It has the reputation of a trustworthy company.
Want to know if CPEC is a game changer?
Dr. S.M. Shahid Alam sets criterion for Pakistan’s one of the most FAQs, CPEC. Dr. Shahid is sure that local contractors cannot be part of the process.
G.R Mirza launches ‘A 100 CORS’
Employing his vast experience in surveying equipment in Pakistan, G.R Mirza has launched a new GPS-based technology for accurate and cost-effective surreys.
Secco Pak distinguishes itself in construction, Engineering Industry
Secco Pak (Pvt.) Limited has developed to be leading manufacturers of powder coated galvanized steel doors, windows, and prefabricated/engineered buildings.
Furnishing details may kill concerns about CPEC
Chief operating officer of SAITA Pakistan Pvt. Ltd. Engr. Sohail Bashir believes concerns about China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) may die down if a comprehensive data of this initiative is made public.
Jubilee Corporation wins Brand of the Year Award 2017
“Embrace the challenges so that you can feel the exhilaration of victory.” George S. PattonJ ubilee Corporation, a leading engineering organization.
‘Restoring the lost honor of engineers a prime objective’
The greatest objective which the consultants and their representative bodies ought to achieve is to restore the honor of engineers that they had lost over one and a half decade in the country, observes Engineer Khalid Mirza, the CEO of ECIL, limited.
Engr. Waseem Nazir Ready to Contest for Chairman PEC
Engineer Waseem Nazir, the Managing Director of MMP Pvt. Ltd is ready to contest August 2018 Elections of the Pakistan Engineering Council.
WB to fund NTDC, Sindh barrages
The World Bank has agreed to provide $565 million to Pakistan to help build modern water and power infrastructure nd remove supply bottleneck.
What Made Al-Futtaim Shift from Karachi to Faisalabad?
Al-Futtaim has announced the acquisition of an industrial plot of land in the M-3 industrial city, Faisalabad o set up a brand new automotive plant.
Port Qasim Project to Help in Ending Power Crisis
Port Qasim Power Project (PQPP) is one of the early harvest energy projects under CPEC has potential to effectively mitigating the load-shedding in Pakistan and producing tremendous economic and social benefits.
Production of cars, jeeps increased over 22 pc
Production of cars and jeeps increased by 22.12 percent during the first three quarters of the current fiscal year (2017-18) compared to the corresponding period of last year.
A dream comes true, The first layer of indigenous coal unearthed
SECMC made history on June 10 after unearthing the very first layer of indigenous coal from its open-pit coal mine in Thar Coal Block – II in Tharparkar district at a depth of 140 meters (460 feet) below the surface.
کراچی شپ یارڈ میں تیار کردہ 32 ٹن پل ٹگ پاک بحریہ کے حوالے
کراچی شپ یارڈ میں تیار ہونے والا، 13 ناٹ رفتار کا 32 ٹن پل ٹگ پاک بحریہ کے حوالے کر دیا گیا
Major power breakdowns force NTDC to apprise
Three major power breakdowns in May have forced NTDC to carry out a highly technical study to propose further islanding options both transmission systems.
TAPI gets a push; financial close expected this year
Pakistan will sign gas transportation and transit fee agreements, pipeline service rules and complete FEED activities, under TAPI during next fiscal year.
Dr Tariq Banuri appointed as chairperson, HEC
Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi has approved the appointment of Dr Tariq Banuri as fourth permanent head of Higher Education Commission.
CPEC and local industry in Pakistan
Secretary Commerce Younus Dagha argues that attracting Chinese investors to Pakistan can be an important way to correct the large trade deficit.
Balance of payments: China moves to rescue Pak
China has given Pakistan a credit line worth $1.6 billion to stave off a balance of payments crisis to boost fast-depleting foreign currency reserves.
Case Against Bahria Karachi completes;
Director General NAB chaired a board meeting to review progress on an investigation against Bahria Town, MDA officials and other government functionaries.
E- Paper June 1-15, 2018
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‘Thar Vendor Development Program’
Sindh Engro Coal Mining Company (SECMC) and Thar Foundation have initiated “Thar Vendor Development Program”.
Coal is back, at least for Japan
As the developed world moves farther and farther away from coal-fired energy, one major economy is breaking the trend. Japan,
A Constellation of foreign, Pakistani engineers, professors participate in 5th IMTIC ’18
IMTIC’18 has raised awareness of state of the art research and provided a platform for Pakistani researchers to express their ideas and research interest.
5th International Multi-Topic ICT conference Held at MUET
Mehran University of Engineering & Technology (MUET) Jamshoro, organized its 5th International Multi Topic ICT Conference 2018.
Another Globalization wave can exacerbate CO2 Pollution
The shift of low-value, manufacturing from China & India to coal-powered economies with even lower wages is bad news for the fight against climate change.
Jhimpir Power achieves commercial operations
We are at the cusp of an energy revolution that will take Pakistan from being an energy-poor nation to an energy-rich one, said Saad Zaman; CEO Burj Capital.
Budget 2018-19: Sindh intends to spend Rs252 bn on development
Sindh will have an amount of Rs 252 billion for its ADP for fiscal year of 2018-19, showing a marginal 3.28 percent increase over the last year’s budget.
PBF to bring IBF to Pakistan next year
PBF is aimed at spreading knowledge and creating avenues for business community so that they do credible and halal business.
Koreans to build 197-MW Kalam-Asrit Hydropower Project
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a Korean company for building 197-MW Kalam-Asrit Hydropower Project.
E-Paper May 1-15, 2018
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کوئلہ باعثِ تخریبِ ماحول-تو کیوں؟
کوئلہ کے سائڈ افیکٹ بہت ذیادہ ہیں اور پاکستان میں متروک ٹیکنالوجی پر کام ہو رہا ہے۔ ماحول کا کیا ہوگا یہ کوئی نہیں سوچتا، جو المیہ ہے۔
پاکستان نے 50 سال پرانے میراج طیاروں کو جدید بنالیا
طیاروں میں فضا میں ری فیولیگ سسٹم اہم پیشرفت ہے، ایئر کموڈور سلمان ایم فاروقی
ECNEC approves Gwadar drinking water, Mohmand Dam Hydropower projects
ECNEC on Thursday approved three major projects; drinking water to Gwadar, hydropower project at Mohmand Agency and a Metro Bus service.
A rare warning about dangers of investing in many B&R countries
Countries involved with ‘Belt and Road’ initiative have high debts, low credit ratings: said Li Ruogu, Ex-chief: China EximBank.
Siemens Gamesa wins biggest order to date in India
Along with the turbines, Siemens Gamesa will also provide operating and maintenance services for the planned farm, to be located in Gujarat.
Chinese should connect with local companies: FIATA chief
President, FIATA Babar Badat has demanded a separate ministry for the logistics and transport sector for ensuring quick solutions and rapid growth of the industry.
National Water Policy Approved
Centre and the provinces agree to select water reservoirs with consensus in line with the 1991 water apportionment accord.
Federal Budget 2018-19 inflicts cut at Development
Finance Minister Miftah Ismail presented a sixth full-term budget in the National Assembly on April 27, 2018.
Product is improved but prices has affected warranty: Jawed Naseem
Pakistani Manufacturers surrender before their low quality, cheaper Chinese products-Jawed Naseem talks with Engineering Review.
Manufacturing of electrical components requires buyers’ confidence: Syed Rehan ullah
Silk Engineering (SE) has planned to launch renewable energy products in Pakistan next year, revealed Mr. Syed Rehan ullah, who heads the company as its Director.
MIA Associates chief Irfan states
Professionals like us must pass on to young engineers’ knowledge, experience‘ HVACR events are useful but fall short of the need of the time’
25th HVACR Expo is the biggest one ever: Ch. Nadeem Afzal
Chaudhry Nadeem A. Rauf, the Chairman of Organizing Committee claimed to Engineering Review that never ever before this exhibition, has an event been organized on such a wide space making this expo a distinctive event in HVACR exhibitions’ history.
NESPAK wins Raising Waleh Dam Project in Jordan
NESPAK has won the Raising Waleh Dam Project in the Kingdom of Jordan in a joint venture with an international consultancy firm.
آر ایل این جی پاور پلانٹس فعال ہونے میں تاخیر : جرمانہ عائد
ملک میں ایل این جی درآمد کرنے والی پاکستان ایل این جی لیمیٹڈ نے انکشاف کیا ہے کہ پیجاب میں 36 سو میگا واٹ کے تین آر ایل این جی پاور پلانٹس رواں سال شدید گرمیوں میں دستیاب نہ ہونگے۔
Modern IT Infrastructure in Academia
Under Corporate Social Responsibility, Ideal Autonetics organized a one day workshop on “Modern IT Infrastructure in Academia” on 14th March, 2018 at Movenpick Hotel, Karachi.
Free trade with China may Dampen Investment in SEZs?
Beijing’s push for further trade liberalization under second phase of the Pakistan-China free trade agreement may severely dampen prospects of Chinese investment.
Transfer of Asrit Kedam Hydropower Project to Korean firm stopped
Peshawar High Court has restrained Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa government from handing over 215 MW Asrit Kedam Hydropower Project to Korean South East Power Company in violation of rules.
NESPAK wins ‘DHA Medical City’ Project
NESPAK has won consultancy services for the establishment of a state-of-the-art medical complex in Lahore named “DHA Medical City”,
Agha Steel to Raise Rs.5 billion
Agha Steel Industries Ltd planned to raise around five billion rupees through a local Islamic bond to propel its production to meet growing steel demand in Pakistan.
What makes Power Issues hell in Karachi
KE says Sui Southern Gas Company has cut 100 mmcfd gas supply to the power utility due to which it has suffered a 500MW electricity shortfall.
E-Paper April 16-30, 2018.
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BRT’s Environmental, Healthcare compliance ‘Unsatisfactory’
Peshawar BRT’s Environmental Monitoring Report has declared project`s environmental, healthcare and safety compliance unsatisfactory.
Neelum Jhelum Hydropower Project turns Online
The First Unit of Neelum Jhelum Hydropower Project has started providing electricity to the national grid.
Balochistan ignored in CPEC: Quddus Bizenjo
Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Abdul Quddus Bizenjo has said that his province was being neglected by the federal government in the CPEC project.
Iran Emerging as Regional Hub of Power Supply
Iran is considering plans to increase electricity exports by linking its power grid to the neighbouring countries to become a regional hub of power generation and supply.
Hong Kong Invited to Invest in Technology, Logistics and Infrastructure
Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi invited Chinese investors and Hong Kong to Invest in Power sector Technology, Logistics and Infrastructure.
PCJCCI Identifies Seven High-potential Sectors
PCJCCI has identified seven high-potential sectors that could be explored for investment by the two countries; including handicrafts, textile, leather, gemstones, sportswear, surgical instruments, technology-based agriculture and reclamation and salinity control.
International HVACR Expo set to Create New Trends
The 25th edition of HVACR Expo is being held on April 5 – 7, 2018 in Islamabad. The event is supported by 16 related trade and engineering bodies from Pakistan and abroad.
33rd IEEEP International Symposium
33rd Multi Topic International Symposium 2018 of (IEEEP), Karachi centre held at hotel Pearl Continental Karachi from Wednesday 16 of March 2018
Gwadar Port Turns Operational for the Container Vessels
The Gwadar Port has been made operational for the container vessels and a vessel has been scheduled to leave for foreign country in a week.
Pakistan Auto Show 2018 Attracts Large Crowds
Pakistan Auto Show 2018 held in Lahore from 2nd to 4th of March 2018 attracted large crowds which equip themselves with valuable information and knowledge.
Pakistan’s 1st National Water Policy to be launched soon
Chairman WAPDA announced that first-ever National Water Policy would be launched soon that would help overcome water challenges.
Low-Income Housing Finance Project on Cards
The federal government is planning to start a housing finance project for low-income Pakistanis with US$150 million credit from World Bank.
Karachi Needs US$10 billion to Become Livable
A city diagnostic and transformation study ‘Transforming Karachi into a Livable and Competitive Megacity’, was carried out by World Bank Group.
NAB seizes important record related to Ashiana-i-Iqbal housing scam
NAB raided the office of the Paragon City on Burki Road and has seized `important` record related to Ashiana-i-Iqbal housing scam.
کچھ لفظوں کی کہانی – – – – کھو تا
لاہور سے کب آئے؟ اس نے پو چھا
کل ہی آیا ہوں۔ میں نے بتایا
کھو تا بریانی کھائی؟ ویسے سنا ہے
Philippines for Enhancing Trade Ties
Pakistan and Philippines have agreed to enhance bilateral trade ties and explore investment opportunities at the Joint Economic Commission (JEC) meeting.
25th HVACR Expo on April 5
Over 200 local, foreign companies expected to participate in 25th edition of HVACR Expo that will be held on 5-7 April 2018 at Jinnah Convention Centre, Islamabad.
The Technology Guru
Ghulam Kibria, spent his whole life trying to convince rulers, opinion makers and the people at large that mistris and workers were capable of making Pakistan a technologically advanced country
US to help for :Pakistan’s 1st Renewable Energy Institute
US has proposed to help Pakistan’s establish its 1st Renewable Energy Institute.
Polluting Chitral River
Chitral River is fast becoming a dumping point due to the lack of sewerage facilities in the town.
Pak water resources depleting, so are our funds
Pakistan’s water resources are fast depleting due to climate change so are its development funds, so WAPDA proposes to spend Net Hydle Profit amounts.
E-Paper March 1-15, 2018
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Are we raising false hopes for Mainline-I (ML-I) rail track?
Federal government is considering to finalize mode of financing for $8.2 billion ML-I rail track under CPEC.
KWSB’s engineering posts go to non-engineers PEC
PEC has serious reservations over appointment of officials lacking pre- requisite engineering education and expertise on key positions
کچھ لفظوں کی کہانی——— ریڈیو—
مدثر سے اچانک شاپنگ مال میں مل کربہت خوشئ ہوئی
ہم ہونیورستی کے بعد آج دوبارہ ملے تھے-وہ کچھ عجیب طرح سے باتیں کر رہا
ما حولیاتی آلودگی
دنیا کے سمندروں میں پانچ خطے ایسے ہیں جہاں دنیا میں ضائع ہونے والا بیشتر پلاسٹک جمع ہوتا ہے
یہ بحری ماحول میں مسائل پیدا کرتا ہے۔
Punjab turns No.1 consumer of gas
Punjab has emerged as the single largest beneficiary of both imported LNG and locally produced natural gas.- – – –
Human resource the biggest issue of Balochistan
Consultant of HEC Lt. Gen. (R) Muhammad Asghar has said lack of human resource is the biggest issue of the country especially in Balochistan,
Revival of Pakistan Locomotives Factory, Risalpur on cards
A good news! Pakistan is contemplating to revive and thus upgrade Pakistan Locomotives Factory at Risalpur to modernize railway infrastructure.
ـ ـ ـ ـ ـ کچھ لفظوں کی کہانی – – – – – کتاب
سائیں ! کیا وجہ ہے کہ چین اتنی ترقی کر گیا اور ہم اتنا پیچھے رہ گئے؟
‘کتاب’
سائیں نے ایک لفظ میں جواب دے دیا
میں سمجھا نہیں۔ میں نے سائیں سے کہا
Door open to yuan-based trade with China: SBP
Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal said that the government was considering a Chinese proposal to use yuan instead of the US dollar for payments in all bilateral trade between China and Pakistan.
85 pc foreign investors forsee growth
The Perception and Investment Survey of OICCI has found that near about three quarters foreign investors foresee continued growth in their businesses and plan to make further investments in Pakistan.
Chinese syphon off 1600 kgs of gold: Sana Baloch
1974 Saindak lease restricted to copper only’ The Balochistan High Court is displeased with the Mines and Minerals officials as they are avoiding to furnish details of the new contract for Saindak Copper and Gold Project.
Sindh designs Rs.400 bn water, sewerage plan
Sindh government has designed a Rs.400 billion worth program for provision of quality drinking water and to treat sewerage water, as an outcome of the pressure from the apex court hearing the petition on quality of drinking water in the province.
E-paper January 1-15, 2018
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Pakistan’s Economic Hitmen
The innuendo and disillusionment persists for Pakistan, for dignity and self esteem come to gradually whither with the only norm for respect in society being Power & Money.
کچھ لفظوں کی کہانی۔ ۔ ۔ ۔ ۔ ۔ دلچسپی۔ ۔ ۔ ۔ ۔ ۔
مال روڈ بر کتابوں کی بڑی دوکان بند ہو گئی ہے، اس نی پیزا کھاتے ہوئے مجھے بتاہا
Engineers create plants that glow
By embedding nanoparticles into the leaves of watercress, engineers have induced the plant to give off dim light for nearly four hours.
170 employees of OGDCL appointed on forged documents
170 employees of the Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) have been found guilty of submitting fake or forged documents during scrutiny.
Work on Bhasha Dam likely to begin in Aug 2018
Prime Minister has approved a summary relating to PC-1, financial arrangements and proposed plan for launching civil work on Diamer Basha dam, claims Wapda chairman.
We shall work for restoring self-respect of engineers: Engr. Irfan Ahmed
Institute should play its proactive advisory role so that the governments should be able to address deepening issues relating to engineering in the country: Eng. Irfan Ahmed
NHA’s CPEC projects exempted from import duties
Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet has approved a proposal for the grant of exemption from tax/duties for import of construction material for infrastructure projects of National Highway Authority under the CPEC project.
Pakistan participates in Global Irrigation and Drainage Forum
ICID held its 3rd International Forum and meeting of its International Executive Council in Mexico in mid-October. Pakistan was represented in the forum by Eng. Waseem Nazir,
EA Consulting sponsors architecture & engineering student design competition at NED University
The opening ceremony of “CReaTE17” was held on 7th December 2017 at NED University. The competition is sponsored and organized by EA Consulting.
‘A reel on Karachi’
Pakistan cables launches its coffee table book ‘A reel on Karachi’ to mark the completion of project Reel on Hai, a public outreach initiative of Karachi Biennale Trust.
E-paper October 15-31, 2017
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Russia ready to export gas via Gwadar
Russia, which controls and manages huge gas reserves in energy-rich Iran, plans to export gas to Pakistan and India by laying an offshore pipeline.
Eye of an expert World renowned technical consultant Dr. Fred Rowley says:
‘I see Pakistan is on a verge of explosion—a positive explosion in terms of its ability of exporting to the world. It has a tremendous opportunity.’
NED University achieves 301st spot
NED University Climbs up by 13.9 pc in QS Asia University Rankings 2018 announced on 16th October 2017 and achieves 31st spot.
کچھ لفظوں کی کہانی ـ ـ ـ ـ ۔ پانی ـ ـ ـ ـ ـ
محمد صلاح الدین با با میں کارو بار شروع کرنے لگا ہوں میں نے اپنے والد کو بتایا اس
Sahiwal coal power plant will turn half Punjab into TB patients: Khursheed Shah
The coal-fired power plant in Sahiwal is not environment-friendly and would turn half the population of Punjab province into Tuberculosis (TB) patients.
‘Dire consequences’ if govt. fails start Bhasha in 2018
Chairman WAPDA warns of mounting water shortage in Pakistan for the failure to undertake any major water reservoir – resulting in severe water scarcity.
Chinese firm offers 2,000 electric buses for Karachi
A Chinese company, intended to provide quality buses, has offered electric buses for Karachi, so to address burgeoning issue of public transport .
Slump is Pakistani market is short-lived: Junaid Alam
Launching a new business is a laborious task and making it a success is a major challenge especially in an
HEC 15-Year Celebrations Echoed in University of Malaga, Spain
GCWOC’17 was jointly organized by University of Malaga (UMA) Spain, Engineering & MUET Jmshoro, Pakistan and SSUET Karachi, Pakistan
NHU Students Build UAV (ABABEEL)
Nazeer Hussain University successfully participated in the NEDUET IMechE (UK) Chapter National build, design and fly edit snippet
Scanmarker
The next generation of highlighter named allows you to digitally ‘highlight’ words in any book, study buddy for the digital generation.
15-Year Celebration of HEC at NED University
Highlighting the strong impact of R&D activities in Higher Education within Pakistan, NED University hosts a Regional Showcasing Event in Collaboration with HEC’s Regional Center.
کچھی کینال کے پہلے مرحلے کی تکمیل
ظویل انتظار کے بعد بالآخر کچھی کینال، تونسہ بیراج میصوبے کے پہلے مرحلے کی تکمیل کا –اعلان– بلوچستان سراپا احتجاج
KCR groundbreaking on Dec 25No one is for sure!
The Ground breaking ceremony for Karachi Circular Railway (KCR) project is ambitiously targeted for December the 25, 2017.
Pakistan to have 60 new LPG air mix plants
Sui Northern and Sui Southern Gas Companies are set to build 60 new Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) air mix plants in Pakistan.
What to do with PCRET?
Ministry of Science and technology is unable to convince parliamentarians that Pakistan Council of Renewable Energy Technologies should be made an autonomous body
Systek: Celebrating Silver Jubilee
Systek (Pvt) Limited the leading Research and Development based Electronic Engineering Enterprise celebrated its Silver Jubilee celebrations on Saturday Sep’16, 17
کچھ لفظوں کی کہانی۔۔۔۔۔۔ کراچی
محمد صلاح الدین سماجیات کے پروفیسر نے مجھ سے پو چھا کراچی میں کتنی قومیں آباد ہیں؟ میں نے بتایا
Young people need to be focussed: Akbar Hussain
Akbar Hussain: Manager Corporate Sales, MULTILINE ENGINEERING CO. shares his experience how hardwork through out his carrier led him to this position.
RN in Sindh, Punjab, KP to be rehabilitated
$800 million investment plan have been approved for CAREC corridor by Asian Development Bank (ADB) that seeks to enhance regional trade and connectivity
CPEC to boost auto sector, claims SMEDA
SMEDA believes that CPEC is most likely to effect small and medium enterprise, especially the auto sector; even greater than engineering sector itself.
Five blocks awarded to KPOGCL
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Oil and Gas Company Limited (KPOGCL) has been awarded five blocks for exploring oil and gas in the province.
Thar Airport ready for landing
Pakistan’s very first desert airport Thar Airport is ready to land smaller aircraft.
NTC signs Telenor for Online Services
The National Telecommunication Corporation and Telenor Pakistan have signed an agreement for provision of telecom services to NTC customers across Pakistan
Understanding Chinese’ entry in Pakistani Market
what will be the consequences of Chinese entering the domestic market?
ADB to continue support Pak infrastructure – road projects
Asian Development Bank (ADB) Vice President Wencai Zhang said in July that the bank would release almost two billion dollars
KP raises fresh concerns on corridor
KP government has concerns to about several aspects missing from the draft of long term plan of CPEC including western and northern routes, Sino-Pak trade imbalance and water resource management.
WB tribunal upholds TCC claim
An arbitration tribunal of World Bank has ruled in favor of Tethyan Copper Company Pvt Ltd (TCC) in Reko Diq gold mine project case.
PEC subcommittees declared unlawful
The governing body of the Pakistan Engineering Council has dissolved all allegedly formed subcommittees due to violation of the PEC Act and bylaws.
200 textile, leather units on verge of collapse
Trade bodies and the chambers have demanded restoration of the Engineering Development Board (EDB).
Revival of Manchar Lake receives a blow
The Ministry of Planning and Development has returned PC-I of the NaiGaj Dam to the Ministry of Water and Power.
Flying cars finally being produced
Dutch PAL-V company poised to start production on what they bill as a world first three-wheeled gyrocopter.
Gorano Water fit for Crops
Pilot project is growing crops by using saline waste water from Gorano reservoir
Surveillance gets low importance
Karachi’s ‘Safe City’ program to launch Surveillance cameras seem to loose importance
Chinese not buying industrial plots in Karachi
Chinese investors have not yet shown any interest in acquiring plots in industrial areas of Karachi
Dr. Faizullah Abbasi reappointed as VC DUET
Dr. Faizullah Abbasi is reappointed as VC of Dow University of Engineering and Technology Karachi, DUET for further four years.
Naseer Memon to join CSR Engro Power Generation
Naseer Memon has been appointed as General Manager, Corporate Social Responsibility of Engro Power Gen Ltd.
KARACHI CIRCULAR RAILWAY-: Work to start in December 2017
We intend to start work on it by end December : CM Sindh, Murad Ali Shah.
PM okays LNG Plant near Rahim Yar Khan
Ahad Cheema, CEO Quaid-i- Azam Thermal Co, Punjab, proposed a new LNG based project to be launched on `Bhikki model`.
Provinces’ share cut from DP
Islamabad would slash revenue shares of provincial governments under National Finance Commission (NFC) Award
کچھ لفظوں کی کہانی————– حرام
محمد صلاح الدین ملک صاحب میرے گھر تشریف لائے، رکھ رکھائو سے کامیابی اور امارت جھلک رہی تھی۔ ڈرائنگ روم
Dam compensation funds
A controversy is brewing up over funding of compensation to the population affected by construction of Diamer- Bhasha dam.
CPEC should be open to Pakistani firms like to Chinese: Dr. Ishrat Hussain
CPEC should be open to Pakistani firms on same conditions as to Chinese
Cement Plants Expanding
Cement industry is growing as one of Pakistan’s top industries, significantly contributing to economy.
How AI could help humans gain up to 10 years of life expectancy
ChatGPT publisher, OpenAI, has teamed up with a longevity startup to develop an artificial intelligence model dedicated to the study
PEC forms ‘Coordination Committee’ with a majority of co-opted engineers as members
Engr. Abdul Qadir Shah & Engr. Waseem Nazir The Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) has constituted a brand-new committee, the PEC
Pak Finance Minister invites investments in Agriculture, IT, Renewable Energy, Pharma sectors
Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb has invited the global stakeholders “to support Pakistan’s journey by investing
620 eco-friendly buses for major cities in Punjab prioritized; 27 buses to be seen this month
By the end of this month, at least 27 electric buses are expected to begin operations in Lahore, following a
Greenpeace Activists Slip Through Davos Security To Stage Climate Protest
“Tax the super-rich. Fund a just & green future” Dressed up in dark suits and white shirts, three protesters made