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Court Bans Tree Cutting in Islamabad; Violations to Be Treated as Contempt

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ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court has issued a strong directive against tree cutting in the federal capital, declaring that felling even a single tree within Islamabad’s limits will be treated as contempt of court. The order was issued by Justice Khadim Hussain Soomro during the hearing of a case related to large-scale tree cutting in the city. Addressing the counsel for the Capital Development Authority (CDA), the judge warned that any officer found involved in tree cutting would face contempt proceedings. Expressing serious concern over the CDA’s conduct, Justice Soomro…

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Temporary Loadshedding Due to LNG Disruption; Crisis Expected to Ease Soon: Energy Minister

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ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Energy, Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari, has stated that the ongoing loadshedding in the country is temporary and primarily caused by the suspension of imported gas since April 1. He expressed optimism that the situation will improve within the next few days. Addressing a press conference, the minister apologized for loadshedding during peak hours and said the government is committed to transparently sharing facts with the public. He explained that electricity generation from gas is not feasible during peak hours under the current constraints. Leghari noted…

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UK Acknowledges Pakistan’s Role in US-Iran Ceasefire as Energy Minister Meets British Envoy

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Islamabad: April 16, 2026 Federal Minister for Energy (Power Division) Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari met with Mr. Sam Waldock, Development Director at the British High Commission. The meeting focused on bilateral cooperation and the geo-strategic situation in the region. The Federal Minister appreciated the United Kingdom’s recognition of Pakistan’s constructive and pivotal role in facilitating a ceasefire between the United States and Iran, as well as hosting peace negotiations. He stated that acknowledgment of Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts reflects positively on its continued engagement for regional peace and stability. Mr.…

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Pakistan, UK Partner to Advance Mineral Sector Development Through Geoscience Capacity-Building Initiative

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Islamabad, April 16, 2026: Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik jointly launched, along with British High Commissioner to Pakistan H.E. Jane Marriott, a capacity-building initiative aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s geoscientific capabilities and supporting the development of the country’s mineral sector. The programme was formally inaugurated at the Geological Survey of Pakistan (GSP), marking a significant step in Pakistan-UK collaboration The initiative is being delivered through the UK-funded REMIT programme in partnership with International Geoscience Services (IGS), a UK-based geoscience consultancy with extensive experience in supporting geological survey organisations worldwide.…

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K-Electric Appoints Shaheryar Chishty as Board Chairperson

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KARACHI: K-Electric (KE) has formally appointed Shaheryar Chishty as the Chairperson of its Board of Directors, according to a filing submitted to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Wednesday. The appointment follows the election of directors at KE’s Extraordinary General Meeting held on April 2, with the board confirming Chishty’s elevation during a meeting on April 15. He had been serving in an interim capacity since March, assuming chairman responsibilities in the absence of Mark Skelton. Chishty is the founder of AsiaPak Investments, an infrastructure-focused investment firm established in 2011,…

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