Several underperforming organizations under Pakistan’s Ministry of Science and Technology may soon face closure, according to official sources. A committee has been established to identify those institutes that have failed to deliver satisfactory results. This move comes in the wake of concerns over the ministry’s overall efficiency, which has prompted the government to review the […]
Read MoreIslamabad – October 11, 2024 – The Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE) proudly celebrates the remarkable contributions of Dr. Nadeem ul Haque, as he concludes a transformative five-year tenure as Vice Chancellor (2019–2024). A distinguished economist and former Deputy Chairman of Pakistan’s Planning Commission, Dr. Haque has also had a prestigious career with several […]
Read MoreIslamabad, October 10, 2024 – The Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE) launched its eagerly awaited book, “Driving Backwards: What is Wrong with Pakistan’s Automobile Industry?” at a gathering held at the National University of Modern Languages (NUML) in Islamabad. This publication offers an in-depth examination of Pakistan’s underperforming automobile sector and outlines a roadmap […]
Read MorePakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) Commences Oil and Gas Production in Punjab, Marking a Major Advancement in Domestic Energy Exploration Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL), one of the country’s leading state-owned energy enterprises, has achieved a significant breakthrough by initiating commercial oil and gas production from a newly discovered field in Punjab. This development signals an important […]
Read MoreThe Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA-G) has requested an extension for exemption from IFRS-9 accounting standards, citing growing concerns over potential credit losses due to unpaid power sector receivables. This exemption, set to expire soon, is critical for the CPPA-G to avoid the financial hit that would arise from the inability to clear massive receivables […]
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