Punjab decides to bring all 23 testing labs under newly established PAFDA
ISLAMABAD, Nov 18 (APP): The Punjab government has decided to place all 23 testing laboratories…
Denmark, Aga Khan Foundation partner to promote climate-resilient livelihoods
ISLAMABAD: The Aga Khan Foundation Pakistan (AKF-P) and the Embassy of Denmark on Tuesday signed an agreement to support climate-resilient agricultural livelihoods for vulnerable mountain communities in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral, aiming to strengthen food security and income stability in climate-affected regions. Under the initiative, communities will be supported to adopt climate-smart and regenerative farming practices,…
Young Leaders Conference 2025 explores power of informed citizenship
LAHORE: Day 3 of the Young Leaders Conference (YLC) 2025 focused on the theme Manifesting Informed Citizenship, encouraging young leaders to critically engage with politics, economics, culture, and civic responsibility in an increasingly interconnected world. The day began with reflective sessions and meditation, setting a thoughtful tone for dialogue and awareness. Participants explored the influence…
Pakistani scientists working to develop smog-tolerant potato varieties
ISLAMABAD, Dec 17 (APP): Scientists at the Potato Research Institute (PRI) Sahiwal are working to develop potato varieties capable of withstanding smoggy and foggy conditions. According to Punjab Agriculture Department, potatoes are cultivated on nearly one million acres in the province, with average annual production of around nine million tons. However, changing climatic conditions and…
Benazir Nashonuma Programme to distribute 3.7m nutritional packs to combat stunting
ISLAMABAD, Dec 16 (APP): The Benazir Nashonuma Programme is set to distribute more than 3.7 million specialised nutritious food (SNF) packs in 2025 as part of Pakistan’s efforts to curb stunting and malnutrition among pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers and young children. Launched in 2020 and expanded nationwide in 2023, the programme has emerged as a…
Young Leaders Conference 2025 opens with a powerful call for growth
LAHORE: The 23rd edition of the Young Leaders Conference (YLC) 2025 commenced on Monday with an inspiring opening day centered around the theme “Manifesting Personal Development.” Bringing together young leaders from across Pakistan, Day One set the tone for six transformative days of reflection, learning, and leadership-building. The opening day emphasized a core belief of…
HEC provides digital connectivity to over 50 universities in less-developed areas
ISLAMABAD, Dec 15 (APP): The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has provided digital connectivity and advanced IT services to more than 50 universities and higher education institutions (HEIs) located in less-developed areas as part of its efforts to modernise teaching, research and administrative functions across the country. According to documents available with Wealth Pakistan, the initiative…
Applications invited for new olive orchards in Potohar until March 2026
ISLAMABAD, Dec 15 (APP): Applications have been invited from farmers in the Potohar region for the establishment of new olive orchards under a government-backed initiative aimed at expanding commercial olive cultivation, with the deadline set for March 15, 2026. The initiative is part of a broader push to shift farmers toward high-value crops and strengthen…
Work starts on Pakistani-Brazilian cows crossbreeding project to boost milk production
ISLAMABAD, Dec 14 (APP): Livestock Production Research Institute in Bahadur Nagar Okara is working on a project to introduce crossbreeding between low-potential Pakistani cow breeds and the high-yield Brazilian breed Girolando to boost milk and meat production in the country. The project, with an estimated cost of Rs17.61 million, will be implemented over three years…
Balochistan sees major progress on CPEC energy, roads projects
ISLAMABAD, Dec 12 (APP): The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects have achieved significant progress across Balochistan, reflecting a renewed focus on the province’s infrastructure development, social uplift and economic integration. According to documents available with Wealth Pakistan, in the energy sector, a landmark completed project is the 1320MW China Hub Coal Power Plant in Hub…
Two more higher education institutes planned in southern Punjab
ISLAMABAD, Dec 12 (APP): The government is planning to set up two new institutes to expand quality higher education in southern Punjab to meet growing educational needs across provinces. According to a document available with Wealth Pakistan, proposals for establishing a public sector university in Muzaffargarh district and a science and technology institute in Rajanpur…