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The Rawalpindi administration is set to establish a sprawling economic zone spanning over 5,000 acres to bolster the local business sector, as disclosed by Commissioner Rawalpindi Division, Liaquat Ali Chatta. This initiative aims to provide a dedicated space for trade and manufacturing, thereby generating economic growth and job opportunities within the region. Commissioner Chatta highlighted […]

ISLAMABAD: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) is forging ahead with plans to modernize its systems by automating property records for both residential and commercial properties within the federal capital. After almost a decade of deliberation, the CDA is taking significant steps to combat the issue of bogus and fraudulent property cases by implementing an automation

Karachi: Karachi Development Authority (KDA) is set to seek assistance from the Sindh government to allocate numerous acres near the Northern Bypass for a large housing project. This initiative aims not only to revitalize KDA’s finances but also to reestablish its former prestige. Sources informed that despite approval from the KDA board two years prior,

Residents of Islamabad are calling for the speedy completion of the ongoing construction on Park Road as the work continues at a slow pace, causing daily traffic congestion. The project, which was supposed to be completed within six months, has been ongoing for several months, raising concerns among citizens. Park Road is a busy route

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has uncovered a significant fraud involving withholding tax (WHT) evasion in the property sector in Punjab. Property registrars, revenue officers, and lawyers colluded to collect WHT on property transactions worth billions of rupees but failed to deposit the funds into the national exchequer. An audit by the FBR’s Regional

Lt Gen (retired) Nazir Ahmad, the Chairman of the National Accountability Bureau (NAB), has revealed a new policy aimed at combating fraud in housing schemes. Speaking at an event held in honor of Anti-Corruption Day, he highlighted the alarming statistic that 7 out of 10 people fall victim to fraud in housing schemes. In order

The ongoing expansion work on Islamabad Expressway is expected to miss the March 24 deadline, as approximately 40% of the project remains incomplete. While some officials from the Capital Development Authority (CDA) remain confident that the project will be completed by March, they emphasize the need for smooth funding flow. According to a source, the

In a joint effort between the district administration and Rawalpindi police, abandoned commercial properties owned by the Evacuee Trust Property Board (ETPB) in Rawalpindi have been successfully reclaimed from illegal possession. These properties, situated on Tipu Road and Hafeez Road, cover over 108 kanals of commercial land and are valued at billions of rupees. Reports

The Federal Government Housing Authority (FGEHA) has not yet provided compensation to individuals affected by the acquisition of land in sectors G-12 and F-12 of the federal capital. However, the authority has stated that compensation will be given to the affected individuals per the established criteria. According to an official from the FGEHA, the registration

Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) President Kashif Anwar, Senior Vice President Zafar Mahmood Chaudhry, and Vice President Adnan Khalid Butt have emphasized the importance of trust building, encouragement, and incentives for overseas Pakistanis to increase foreign remittances, which play a major role in the country’s economy. In a statement, the LCCI office-bearers highlighted