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China’s May Day holiday showcases economic vitality through tourism boom
By He Yin, People’s Daily During the recent May Day holiday in the first five days of May, bustling crowds filled destinations across China, from the snow-covered landscapes of the north to the waterways of the south, from ancient capitals steeped in history to fast-rising […]
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China’s May Day holiday showcases economic vitality through tourism boom
By He Yin, People’s Daily During the recent May Day holiday in the first five days of May, bustling crowds filled destinations across China, from the snow-covered landscapes of the north to the waterways of the south, from ancient capitals steeped in history to fast-rising […]
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Shenzhen school transforms bird song complaint into valuable life lesson
By Wu Qiqiang, Cheng Yuanzhou, People’s Daily A persistent bird call at a middle school in Shenzhen, Guangdong province, recently sparked a widely discussed life lesson, transforming a student’s frustration into an opportunity for learning about nature and coexistence. The situation began when students at […]
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Pakistan plans Rs 2.8bn leather skills programme to boost exports
ISLAMABAD, Jul 05 (ABC):The government is planning to launch a Rs 2.8 billion Leather Sector Skills Development Programme under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) to modernise training infrastructure, enhance workforce productivity, and strengthen export competitiveness. According to documents available with Wealth Pakistan, the proposed […]
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Govt targets electrification of over 15,000 villages in FY2026-27
ISLAMABAD, Jul 03 (ABC):Pakistan’s power distribution companies (DISCOs) plan to expand electricity access in FY2026-27 by electrifying 15,327 villages and adding 1,689,849 new consumer connections, with rural access and consumer-base expansion emerging as key targets of the distribution sector plan. According to a document of […]
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Govt plans Rs8.4bn investment to modernise footwear industry
ISLAMABAD, Jul 02 (ABC): The government is set to invest Rs8.4 billion over five years to transform Pakistan’s footwear industry by upgrading the Pakistan Institute of Fashion and Design (PIFD) and allied training institutions that currently lack the equipment, modern curricula and international linkages needed […]
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Federal Tax Ombudsman calls out FBR over female taxpayer’s five-year refund delay
ISLAMABAD, July 1 (ABC): The Federal Tax Ombudsman has found serious procedural lapses by tax authorities in a years-old refund case involving an Islamabad woman, declaring the department’s handling of the matter “arbitrary, unjust and oppressive” and directing the Federal Board of Revenue to conclude […]
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256 electric buses planned for Karachi Yellow Line BRT
ISLAMABAD, June 12(ABC): Karachi’s Yellow Line Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project will receive 256 electric buses and is expected to serve up to 300,000 passengers daily after completion. According to project documents available with Wealth Pakistan, the Yellow Line BRT will operate as a modern […]
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Pakistan, Columbia-WHO Centre advance cooperation on mental health data systems
ISLAMABAD, June 12 (ABC): Pakistan and the Columbia University–World Health Organization (WHO) Centre for Global Mental Health have agreed to expand cooperation on mental health data systems, climate-related mental health research, and implementation of the WHO Flexible Interview for ICD-11 (FLII-11). The agreement emerged during […]
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FPCCI Media Committee Holds 1st 2026 Meeting in Islamabad
Rana Tahir Shahbaz Islamabad, 11 June 2026 – The 1st / 2026 meeting of FPCCI Central Standing Committee on “Media & Broadcasting” was held today at FPCCI Capital Office in Islamabad, under the convenership of Mr. Faisal Zahid Malik, Chairman and CEO of Pakistan […]
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Rs 40 billion project planned to upgrade rail links in KP
ISLAMABAD, Jun 11 (ABC):Pakistan Railways and the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government have planned a Rs40 billion infrastructure initiative to reshape transport links across the northwestern province through upgraded branch lines, a new railway corridor and modernized stations According to documents available with Wealth Pakistan, the plan […]
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E-beam irradiation plant planned in Karachi to boost food exports
ISLAMABAD, Jun 10 (ABC): The Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC) is planning to establish an advanced electron-beam (e-beam) irradiation plant in Karachi to help exporters meet international phytosanitary standards and expand access to high-value global markets. “The proposed facility is aimed at helping exporters comply […]
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KOICA Delivers Policy Proposal for Pakistan’s Technical Textiles Development
ISLAMABAD, June 9: The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) has formally handed over a policy proposal outlining a 10-year roadmap for the development of Pakistan’s technical textiles industry, aiming to support the sector’s transition toward higher-value and technology-driven production. The proposal, titled Policy Proposal for […]
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Adamjee Life launches digital self-service insurance app
LAHORE June 09 (ABC): Adamjee Life Assurance Company Limited has launched “Adamjee Life Digital”, a mobile application aimed at enabling customers to manage insurance services through a self-service digital platform. Available on both Android and iOS devices, the application allows policyholders to access policy information, […]
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Over 2,300 children enrolled in Islamabad as ‘No Child Left Behind’ drive advances
ISLAMABAD, Jun 09 (ABC): Islamabad’s ‘No Child Left Behind’ initiative has enrolled 2,328 out-of-school children, marking early progress in a campaign aimed at ensuring every child in the federal capital gains access to education. According to official documents available with Wealth Pakistan, the initiative, launched […]
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Rs983m labs upgrade project planned to boost agri exports
ISLAMABAD, Jun 04 (ABC): The Pakistan Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (PCSIR) plans to launch a Rs983.35 million project to upgrade testing laboratories aimed at improving quality assurance for agricultural products and enhancing the country’s export potential. The project, titled “Strengthening and Up-gradation of […]
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NAVTTC trains 2,000 youth in AI and cloud computing
ISLAMABAD, Jun 8 (ABC): The National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC) has trained 2,000 youth in artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing, with 1,703 earning international certifications and 70 percent securing employment under the programme. According to official documents available with Wealth Pakistan, the […]
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