If attempt is made to stop Pakistan’s water, military option will be open”: WAPDA Chairman

Pakistan's water

WAPDA Chairman Lieutenant General (Retd) Sajjad Ghani has stated that if India attempts to stop Pakistan’s water, the military option will be open. Speaking in Karachi, he emphasized that Pakistan will fully defend its water rights and considers stopping water an act of war. He added that India has limited capability to stop water on the Chenab and Indus rivers and would require significant capacity and time to do so. Ghani stressed that Pakistan will thwart India’s intentions and if an attempt is made to stop Pakistan’s water, the military…

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Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik engages with OICCI

Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik

Karachi, May 30, 2025: Federal Minister for Petroleum, Mr. Ali Pervaiz Malik held a detailed interactive session with the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI), attended by senior business leaders from both local and multinational companies. Discussions focused on Pakistan’s energy priorities and the path to long-term economic stability. The Minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to structural reforms, accelerated policy execution, and enhanced industry engagement. He outlined key investment opportunities in upstream exploration, pipeline development, and downstream processing, aligned with the global shift toward cleaner energy. He further…

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Power Division Slams SEPCO, HESCO Over Poor Performance and Rising Losses

ISLAMABAD: The Power Division has voiced serious concerns over the deteriorating performance of Sindh-based power distribution companies SEPCO (Sukkur Electric Supply Company) and HESCO (Hyderabad Electric Supply Company). During a session of the National Assembly Standing Committee on Power, chaired by Muhammad Idrees, Federal Minister for Power Awais Leghari criticized both companies for increasing line losses while other DISCOs are showing improvement. Leghari blamed political interference, particularly from the Pakistan Peoples Party, for the failure to replace the existing boards of SEPCO and HESCO. He also noted that the Acting…

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Federal Minister for Petroleum Visits PSO House to Engage with Key Energy Stakeholders

Petroleum

Karachi, May 29, 2025 — Federal Minister for Petroleum, Mr. Ali Pervaiz Malik, accompanied by Mr. Zafar Abbas, Additional Secretary Petroleum, Ministry of Energy (Petroleum Division), Director/ Deputy Secretary Waqas Ahmed Barlas, visited Pakistan State Oil (PSO) House today as part of a strategic outreach to key stakeholders in the petroleum sector. They were received by Chairman of the PSO Board of Management, Mr. Asif Baigmohamed, and Mr. Abdus Sami, Chief Supply Chain Officer and current officiating the Managing Director’s office, PSO, along with senior members of the PSO leadership…

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Pakistan Pavilion Captivates Expo 2025 Osaka with Theme Inspired by Pink Rock Salt: Jam Kamal

Jam-Kamal

OSAKA (Japan): Pakistan’s Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka is gaining global attention with its striking theme, “Universe in a Grain of Salt,” inspired by the country’s unique natural treasure — pink rock salt from the Salt Range. This was highlighted by Federal Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan during a media briefing at the Expo. Addressing local and international media, Jam Kamal outlined Pakistan’s vision for participating in the world expo, emphasizing themes of sustainability, cultural harmony, and economic opportunity. He asserted that Pakistan must not stay absent from global platforms…

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