Opposition in Balochistan Rejects Mines and Minerals Act, Terms It Unconstitutional

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QUETTA: Opposition parties in the Balochistan Assembly have rejected the recently approved Mines and Minerals Act, 2025, declaring it unconstitutional, a violation of provincial autonomy, and contrary to the ownership rights guaranteed under the 18th Amendment. They have demanded its immediate withdrawal. At a joint meeting held on Monday, chaired by Opposition Leader Mir Younis Aziz Zehri, representatives of opposition parties, civil society, and the Mine Owners’ Association unanimously rejected the law, stressing that any measure undermining public interest would be strongly opposed. The legislation was passed in the provincial…

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OGDC Collaborates with AKUH to Organise Hepatitis “C” Elimination Camps

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ISLAMABAD, September 22, 2025: Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDC) has collaborated with Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) to organise a series of Hepatitis C Elimination Camps, offering free screening and treatment across its healthcare facilities in Punjab and Sindh. The camps will provide free screening, diagnostic tests, medical consultations, and essential medicines. The initiative is part of OGDC’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme to provide free healthcare facilities to communities in its operational areas. The camps will be organised at OGDC healthcare facilities in Chakwal, Attock, Gujjar Khan…

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CM Turkish Consul General, Bangladesh Deputy High Commissioner, Stresses Trade and Investment Cooperation

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KARACHI (September 22): Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah held separate meetings with the newly appointed Consul General of Turkiye, Mr. Ergül Kadak, and the newly appointed Deputy High Commissioner of Bangladesh, Mr. Muhammad Sakib Sadakat, at CM House. Welcoming both diplomats, the chief minister reaffirmed the Sindh government’s full support and emphasised the importance of strengthening relations with brotherly Muslim countries. During his meeting with Mr. Kadak, Mr. Shah highlighted that Pakistan and Turkiye enjoy strong historical ties and stressed the need to further enhance bilateral trade. He…

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Growatt SPM/SPH Hybrid Inverters: Powering Energy Independence in Pakistan

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With Pakistan’s electricity demand rising and frequent grid disruptions continuing to affect daily life, the need for reliable, affordable, and sustainable power solutions has never been greater. Homeowners are increasingly turning to solar hybrid systems—not just for cost savings, but as a long-term shield against energy insecurity. With over 300 days of sunshine each year, the potential to harness solar energy and convert it into dependable power is unmatched. Growatt, a global solar innovator with a strong presence in Pakistan since 2016, has been enabling households to take control of…

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KP Govt Stresses Timely Completion of Hydropower Projects

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PESHAWAR: Special Assistant to the Chief Minister on Energy, Engineer Tariq Sadozai, has said that the timely completion of hydropower projects is a top priority of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government. He noted that these projects would not only help address the province’s energy shortfall but also create local employment opportunities and ensure the supply of affordable electricity to the public. Sadozai expressed these views during a visit to the under-construction 69-megawatt Lawi Hydropower Project in Lower Chitral. He was accompanied by Project Director Javed Afridi, Commandant Chitral Scouts, SP, SSU,…

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