Marriott hotel portion sealed by CDA for bylaws violation
ISLAMABAD: Islamabad’s Capital Development Authority (CDA) has taken significant action against the renowned Marriott Hotel, sealing part of the facility due to legal violations. According to the CDA Building Control Team, the hotel lacks a completion certificate for its structure, posing potential risks to public safety. The team also reported
ICT hospitals directed to release deceased patients’ bodies immediately
WEB DESK: The Islamabad Health Regulatory Authority has issued new policy directives requiring hospitals in the Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) to release the body of a deceased patient immediately, regardless of any pending medical bills. This has been an effort to release people from the agony of withholding mortuary procedures
Metro bus pelted with stones near capital’s Bari Imam
ISLAMABAD: Unidentified individuals shattered three window panes of a metro feeder route bus near Bari Islamabad’s Bari Imam shrine on Friday by pelting it with stones, causing panic among passengers. According to sources, the Capital Development Authority-operated FR-4 bus (registration number EV-075) was travelling from Bari Imam to the Pakistan
Pakistan partners with World Bank to tackle smog in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met with World Bank Country Director Najy Benhassine on Thursday to discuss a new partnership to help combat smog and further sustainable development in the capital. The meeting took place against the backdrop of deteriorating air quality in Punjab. It brings to the fore
ICT administration bans sale of tinted window papers, fancy number plates
The Islamabad district administration has intensified its crackdown on vehicles using tinted windows, fancy number plates, and illegal flashlights. A ban has been imposed on the sale and purchase of tinted window papers and non-standard number plates in the federal capital. A notification issued by Additional Deputy Commissioner East, Islamabad,
All private schools to reopen on Monday in Islamabad and Rawalpindi
The All Pakistan Private Schools and Colleges Association has announced the reopening of all private educational institutions in the twin cities starting from Monday. Dr. Malik Abrar Hussain, the association’s president, confirmed that schools in Rawalpindi and Islamabad will resume regular operations. Read More: CM Ali Amin Gandapur reaches KP
ICT imposes two-day ban on pillion riding
The district administration of Islamabad has announced a temporary ban on pillion riding in an effort to maintain law and order in the city following PTI protests. As per sources, the restriction will be enforced for the next two days and will come into effect at midnight tonight. According to
ICT administration releases tomorrow’s road closure plan for D-Chowk protest
The Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) administration has announced an extensive road closure plan for tomorrow in light of ongoing security concerns linked to the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) situation. The federal government, in coordination with local authorities, has decided to seal off 24 key points across the city. According to official
AI classes to launch in Islamabad’s primary schools
Islamabad’s education sector is set to introduce computer and artificial intelligence (AI) classes in 150 primary schools under the Federal Directorate of Education by next week. This program, developed in partnership with the Ministry of Federal Education and NUST, aims to equip students with essential tech skills to prepare them
IESCO announces power shutdown for Friday
Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) announced a planned power suspension across various areas in its region on Friday due to necessary maintenance and routine development work. According to an IESCO spokesperson, the power outage will affect several feeders and grid stations from 7:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. Read More: Punjab
