CDA advised replacing government houses with high rises in Islamabad
The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) has requested the Capital Development Authority (CDA) to replace government houses with high-rise buildings to generate billions of rupees for the national exchequer, several media outlets reported. The development comes after the Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE) proposed CDA to consider vertical housing
CDA earns Rs11 billion on day one of plot auction
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) successfully auctioned five commercial plots for Rs11 billion on the first day of its auction, held on Tuesday. Investors showed strong interest due to several incentives provided by the CDA, including a relaxed payment plan and discounts for upfront payments. Key Plots Auctioned: Plot No.
Galiyat Valley welcomes 1 million tourists this year
On World Tourism Day, Shahrukh Ali, Director General of the Capital Development Authority (CDA), highlighted the government’s dedication to promoting sustainable tourism in Pakistan, with a particular focus on Galiyat Valley. Speaking in an interview with a private news channel, Ali emphasised the surge in tourism, noting that Galiyat Valley
CDA to implement new E-office system from Sep 2
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) is set to roll out a new “efficient, fast, and cost-effective e-office system” beginning Monday, aimed at revolutionising its administrative operations. A notification issued on Friday under the directive of Chairman Mohammad Ali Randhawa mandates that all CDA directorates fully adopt the e-office system starting
CDA to implement cost-effective e-office system from Monday
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has announced the implementation of a new “efficient, fast, and cost-effective e-office system,” set to be operational from Monday, September 2. Moreover, this initiative, directed by CDA Chairman Mohammad Ali Randhawa, mandates that all directorates fully adopt the system to improve administrative processes and promote
FIA arrests ex-CDA member, real estate dealer for bogus allotments
The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Islamabad Zone has launched a major operation through its Anti-Money Laundering Circle, resulting in the arrest of key individuals involved in extensive land fraud and corruption.
Rs12 Lakh to be spent to get rid of rats in Parliament
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) is using hunting cats to tackle the rat infestation at Parliament House. They have set aside Rs 12 lakh for this unusual pest control method. Special netted windows will be installed to trap rats and stop them from entering sensitive areas. Read more: Government to
CDA plans ‘world-class’ safari park in Islamabad
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) is moving forward with plans to build a top-tier safari park in Islamabad, which is set to boost the city’s recreational and tourism facilities. On Tuesday, Chairman CDA Muhammad Ali Randhawa led a meeting with CDA Board members, FCDO representatives, and other officials to review
CDA to launch vertical housing projects in Islamabad
Federal Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal has directed the Capital Development Authority (CDA) chairman to initiate vertical housing projects in Islamabad. This initiative aims to discourage the construction of large bungalows that occupy extensive horizontal land. The minister issued these instructions during a progress review meeting with the Public Private
Interior Minister bans petrol motorcycles
Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has made significant decisions to transform Islamabad into a world-class city. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has imposed a ban on purchasing petrol motorcycles in the federal capital, stating that the CDA will henceforth only buy electric bikes to reduce environmental pollution. Additionally, eco-friendly electric buses
