Stories by Kashif Abbasi

Islamabad's G-13, G-14 residents in a fix as FGEHA, MCI seek taxes

Former envoy says situation reflects lack of coordination between both organisations.

Updated 30 Sep, 2026 09:34am

Federal Government Employees Housing Authority plans to outsource four amenity plots in G-13, G-14

Sites reserved for health, education facilities to be offered under public-private partnership model.

Updated 29 Sep, 2026 09:45am

FGEHA plans new project in Charsadda amid delays in existing schemes

New initiative is just an MoU and its maturity will take time, says official

Published 28 Sep, 2026 05:55am

CDA calls bids to upgrade Jinnah Convention Centre ahead of SCO summit

New block to be constructed as New Islamabad Convention, Exhibition and Expo Centre project near Malpur faces uncertainty.

Updated 26 Sep, 2026 09:01am

CDA approves Rs24.5bn 11th Avenue project, 3 sports arenas

Once started, the projects will be completed within one year.

Updated 25 Sep, 2026 09:48am

Inauguration of Islamabad Model Jail next month

ISLAMABAD: A decision has been made to inaugurate the Islamabad Model Jail next month.

Published 25 Sep, 2026 07:02am

CDA board wants more work done on master plan revision

Board approves summary for procurement of four double-decker buses for promotion of tourism

Published 24 Sep, 2026 07:04am

PQA stadium project approved by ministry termed vital

ISLAMABAD: Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif on Wednesday said that the construction of the Port Qasim Authority...

Published 24 Sep, 2026 07:04am

Bid to encroach Islamabad's national park land in Bhara Kahu foiled

Capital Development Authority suspends two officials concerned for their alleged involvement or negligence.

Updated 23 Sep, 2026 08:49am

CDA to launch new waste collection system in rural Islamabad next month

Civic body has issued a letter of acceptance to Turkish company; project is expected to be formally inaugurated by interior minister on October 13.

Updated 23 Sep, 2026 09:01am

CDA hands over allotment letters to E-12 affected persons

Civic agency clears area where compensation has been paid, says official

Published 22 Sep, 2026 07:07am

Kashmir Chowk underpass work likely to begin after Sept 27

CDA awards Rs1.45bn contract, project expected to be completed within two months on fast-track basis

Published 21 Sep, 2026 04:45am

Higher Education Commission vows to help solve revised TTS salary issue

ISLAMABAD: Higher Education Commission (HEC) has assured faculty members of universities that it will play its role...

Published 20 Sep, 2026 04:50am

Education ministry orders early completion of autism centre

ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Federal Education on Friday directed early completion of the Centre of Excellence for...

Published 19 Sep, 2026 04:09am

Transparency fundamental pillar of good governance: minister

ISLAMABAD: Federal Education Minister Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui on Thursday emphasized that transparency is a...

Published 18 Sep, 2026 07:11am

Capital Development Authority cancels 2,999-kanal Bahria Town layout plan

The plan had been approved by the CDA in 2010 “subject to the fulfilment of terms and conditions".

Updated 17 Sep, 2026 09:36am

PHF requests AHF to shift Asian CT out of India or relocate Pakistan matches

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has formally asked the Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) to move the...

Published 17 Sep, 2026 07:05am

PHF requests AHF to shift Asian Champions Trophy out of India or relocate Pakistan matches

The development came two days after the PHF chief had said Dawn that Pakistan’s proposed tour to India was subject to government clearance.

Published 16 Sep, 2026 08:26pm

NA committee concerned over delay in Lifestyle Residency, I-12 flats

Relevant authorities asked to take measures for early completion of projects in G-13, I-12 sectors

Published 16 Sep, 2026 06:52am

O/A Level papers leak likely originated abroad, NA committee told

NCCIA “found no evidence to establish that the leakage had originated from Pakistan", committee told.

Updated 15 Sep, 2026 08:15am