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Petroleum Dealers Warn Proposed Bill Could Undermine Retail Sector, Empower Arbitrary Crackdowns

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ISLAMABAD – The All Pakistan Petroleum Dealers Association (APPDA) has raised serious concerns over the proposed Petroleum (Amendment) Act 2025, warning that while its stated goal is to curb rampant fuel smuggling, the bill in its current form could severely penalize law-abiding fuel retailers and destabilize the country’s energy supply chain. Speaking to fuel station operators on Friday, APPDA spokesperson Hassan Shah criticized the bill for granting sweeping, unchecked powers to local administrative officials such as assistant commissioners and deputy commissioners—without judicial oversight or regulatory accountability. “These provisions open the…

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HBL PSL 10 Resumes Today with Star-Studded Lineups and Tribute Show for Armed Forces

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RAWALPINDI – The HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 10 resumes today after a brief pause, with a high-voltage clash between Peshawar Zalmi and Karachi Kings at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The tournament was temporarily suspended due to escalating tensions with India and a security incident near the stadium last week. To mark the resumption of the league, a special tribute show honoring the Pakistan Armed Forces will also be held today, celebrating their sacrifices and resilience amid recent international challenges. All six franchises have confirmed the return of their…

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Pakistan Embassy in Ankara Observes Youm-e-Tashakur to Commemorate Victory and Express Gratitude

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ANKARA – The Embassy of Pakistan in Ankara organized a solemn event to observe Youm-e-Tashakur, marked by the participation of the Pakistani community in Turkey. The day was observed to express heartfelt gratitude to Allah Almighty for Pakistan’s resolute victory against Indian aggression, and to honor the Armed Forces and the resilient nation of Pakistan for their role in Operation Bunanu-um-Marsoos and Marka-e-Haq. Speaking at the occasion, Ambassador Dr. Yousaf Junaid recalled the aftermath of the Pahalgam attack in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. He emphasized that Pakistan had…

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Pakistan Reaffirms Commitment to CASA-1000 Energy Project

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ISLAMABAD, May 16 – Federal Minister for Power Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to regional energy cooperation during his virtual address at the CASA-1000 Inter-Governmental Council meeting held in Dushanbe, Tajikistan. Addressing energy ministers and officials from Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Afghanistan, and Pakistan, as well as international experts and stakeholders, Leghari highlighted the strategic significance of the CASA-1000 power transmission project in promoting *sustainable energy trade, regional connectivity, and *energy security across Central and South Asia. Terming CASA-1000 a “transformational initiative,” he noted it would boost *economic…

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Wapda Chairman Reviews Dasu Hydropower Project Progress

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LAHORE, May 16 – Chairman of the Water and Power Development Authority (Wapda), Engineer Lt Gen (Retd) Sajjad Ghani, conducted a detailed visit to the Dasu Hydropower Project site, located on the Indus River in Upper Kohistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, to assess ongoing construction progress. During the visit, the chairman inspected key components of the project including the *river diversion system, main dam, powerhouse, and the *relocated section of the Karakoram Highway (KKH-1). He was briefed by the project team—comprising the general manager/project director, consultants, and contractors—on site-specific targets and the…

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