▫️Campaign covers urban areas and Margalla Hills National Park with indigenous tree species to strengthen the capital's green cover
▫️Auditor General says underpass geometry violates highway engineering standards, increasing safety risks for motorists and exposing consultant to potential liability
▫️Turkish led joint venture submits lowest bid for four year urban and rural sanitation packages, offering nearly Rs. 380 million in potential savings
▫️CDA and EOBI directed to prepare a final plan within 15 days for projects in tourism, recreation, hospitality and other sectors
▫️CDA says campaigns against encroachments will continue until all unauthorized structures on public land are removed, reaffirming commitment to protecting government property
▫️More than 7,200 developed residential plots are ready for handover as the authority accelerates development to provide relief to allottees and expand housing availability in Islamabad
▫️Eight page judgment says earlier proceedings exceeded judicial authority, denied affected parties a fair hearing and reached conclusions without recording evidence
▫️Ownership disputes involving Monal, La Montana and other affected properties will now be decided independently by the relevant trial courts
▫️Selected firm will install flags, banners, welcome displays and thematic structures on major roads, public spaces and ceremonial routes
▫️Top court rules earlier judgment exceeded the issues before it, directs lower courts to decide ownership independently and without influence from previous observations
▫️Special CDA Board meeting to decide future of the stalled apartment scheme after federal government removes NPHDA from the project
▫️Financial bids expected to open next week as Capital Development Authority completes technical evaluation of shortlisted contractors
▫️Committee formed after prime minister’s approval to examine plot allotment, construction activity despite alleged default, and sale of apartments
▫️Srinagar Highway, Jinnah Avenue, Murree Road and Islamabad Expressway to undergo resurfacing as authority moves to modernise the capital’s busiest transport corridors
▫️Eligible claimants from four villages can apply until July 15 under the Rehabilitation Benefits Framework 2023 for plots in Sectors F 13, D 13 and E 13
▫️Court Rules CDA Exceeded Legal Authority by Imposing Blanket Restrictions on Property Registrations and Transfers Deputy Commissioner Withdraws Restrictions Following Verdict
▫️Authority warns of demolition, legal action and urges investors to verify NOC and layout plan before investing
▫️According to the approved PC I, the facility will have a covered area of approximately 270,000 square feet, with completion expected within 18 months
▫️December 1, 2023 order declared unauthorized as CDA and relevant departments directed to regulate transactions under CDA Ordinance 1960, zoning regulations and other applicable laws
▫️High level probe to be led by NAB with representatives from FIA, SECP, FBR, IB and ISI to examine all matters related to the controversial project
▫️The project's feasibility study and conceptual design already completed, allowing the initiative to move into the tendering phase before construction begins
▫️Housing scheme ordered to halt development, marketing and plot transactions within seven days for allegedly operating without mandatory approvals
▫️Cycle tracks, walkways, a lake and boating facilities planned, while the natural cave and lake in Sector F 14 will be protected
▫️Around 200 CDA flats in Aabpara were originally built for government employees but later occupied by various groups after emergency accommodations
▫️Court halts enforcement of disputed property tax bills, citing prima facie legal concerns over MCI's authority to impose the levy
▫️PKR 7.4 billion project to be executed under government to government model, with completion targeted in about six months
▫️Major PSDP allocations target highways, airport infrastructure, rail connectivity and port related projects to strengthen Gwadar’s role as a regional trade and logistics hub
▫️Housing scheme in Zone IV accused of launching development and plot marketing without approved layout plan and mandatory NOC
▫️Shalimar, Diamond, National, Bhutto, Banigala and F-9 grounds to be improved with better pitches, maintenance and cricket facilities
▫️Special bodies will be established for sanitation, parks and water management, while approval has also been granted for setting up a Project Management Unit under the Environment Wing
▫️Federal Cabinet approves winding up of NAPHDA under rightsizing plan; repeal bill prepared for legislative process
▫️Qualified bidders to submit revised financial offers, while rejected consortium raises objections over technical evaluation process
▫️Chairman directs engineering wing to complete pending infrastructure work on priority as land possession and compensation issues continue to delay progress
▫️Capital Development Authority carried out 15,099 operations across Islamabad, demolished 92,702 illegal structures and recovered Rs 49.661 million in penalties between 2016-17 and 2025-26
▫️Law wing directed to submit details of cancelled commercial, residential, industrial and agricultural plots, including cases pending in courts
▫️Authority warns that former allottees occupying plots without valid grounds or making informal sale agreements will face legal proceedings
▫️Public also advised not to make bookings at such premises or engage in any form of transaction with them
▫️Japanese agency to provide technical support for Shahdara and Dotara dams, filtration plants and water system reforms
▫️Key questions raised over ownership of the building after lease cancellation, the Prime Minister’s committee, and the rights of affected apartment owners
▫️Proposed upgrade includes dual three lane roads, new access routes, cycling tracks, roundabouts and modern entry gates
▫️Appellants seek legal protection for apartment owners, saying residents paid dues and have lawful possession
▫️Appellants have filed intra court appeals to the extent of paragraph 30 of the single bench decision for the protection of third party rights
▫️Authority says houses were built on land reserved as a green area under the approved layout plan
▫️Petitioners seek court order restraining CDA from eviction or punitive action; division bench issues notice and seeks reply
▫️Planned on Pakistan Airport Authority’s 9,000 square yard plot, the project will include airline headquarters, a hotel, aviation museum and commercial offices
▫️Meeting chaired by Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi reviews action against encroaches and illegal constructions in Islamabad, along with progress on Parliament Lodges, Capital Police College, new convention centre and 11 police station projects
▫️CDA had been directed to submit a plan of action while protecting third party rights; matter falls within the jurisdiction of NAB and FIA, counsel argues
▫️CDA Chairman Lt. (Retd.) Sohail Ashraf meets Uzbekistan’s Ambassador Alisher Tukhtayev; arrangements for embassy relocation discussed
▫️Warrants issued after repeated failure to clear extension and commercialization charges; SHOs directed to produce accused before court on May 14
▫️Authorities warn investors against purchasing plots in unapproved societies operating in Zones III and IV
▫️Authority warns public against investing in unapproved real estate projects
▫️2.7 kilometre project to include six-lane road, service roads, GT Road interchange, underpasses and bridge
▫️Shaheen Town and Islamabad Green Paradise declared illegal over alleged violations of planning, zoning and private housing scheme regulations
▫️Sectors D-13, E-13 and F-13 to be developed after successful completion of Margalla Enclave project
▫️PM formed committee to review matter; further action on project halted until final decision
▫️Final announcement expected after Prime Minister’s approval; federal committee to submit its report on May 8
▫️Committee to submit report within a week; affected parties to be given opportunity to present their stance
▫️Decision to Digitize Complete CDA Record Within 120 Days, Transparency Expected to Improve
▫️Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi reiterates zero tolerance policy, announces alternative legal space for FC
▫️Operation continued for over six months; 3,500 households relocated, thousands of illegal structures demolished
▫️Incentives aimed at attracting global hotel chains; five star projects and tourism infrastructure to get a boost, 1,000 acre park approved near Margalla Hills
“No notice, no alternative arrangement,” claim long term residents. Action taken against illegal encroachments, says CDA
▫️ICCI terms move business friendly, urges expansion of tax base instead of burdening existing taxpayers
▫️ FWO assigned design and construction responsibilities; CDA handed over Site
▫️Despite the 2023 board decision, the plan to simplify construction approvals remains unimplemented; delays attributed to shortage of hardware and staff, says CDA
▫️Reduction from 3% to 1% expected to attract investment and ease burden on buyers and sellers
▫️He met with members of the CDA Board, a detailed discussion was held regarding the overall performance
▫️Two proposed routes to link Lake View Park with airport, Rawalpindi and Rawat
▫️Third-party rights recorded in CDA records cannot be ignored; court settles 26-year-old plot dispute
▫️Former chairman CDA Mr. M Ali Randhawa has been directed to report as an OSD
▫️ Smart monitoring systems and stricter enforcement to improve service delivery
▫️Half-Completed Structures Deteriorating Amid Government Inaction
▫️Stay Order Issued on Demolition Notices, Authorities Restrained
▫️ HRCP urges protection of 25,000 residents; cites 2015 Supreme Court stay order ▫️ Residents fear demolition of homes along nullahs; lack of resettlement plan
▫️comprehensive cleanliness system should be devised for the immediate resolution of sanitation related issues in the Federal Capital Islamabad, said Muhammad Ali Randhawa
▫️The meeting reviewed the law and order situation in the Federal Capital, Islamabad, as well as measures against illegally residing foreign nationals in Pakistan.
▫️The meeting reviewed the planning and progress of various development as well as public welfare projects. ▫️Chairman CDA Muhammad Ali Randhawa directed that the design of the Pandoriyan Model Graveyard be finalized at the earliest and the approaches from various major roads be provided for access to the cemetery to facilitate citizens.
▫️Detailed discussions were held on strategies to curb air pollution, enhance the Air Quality Index (AQI), and implement sustainable environmental policies in Islamabad.
▫️The regulations aim to regularize and upgrade already recognized katchi abadis in ICT in accordance with the law.
▫️Muhammad Ali Randhawa reviewed the provision of essential food items at affordable rates, quality and also conducted a detailed inspection of the stock of various food commodities.
▫️IG Islamabad Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi apprised of the measures taken to improve the law and order situation in the city during Ramadan and for making foolproof arrangements.
▫️ Urban Development and Coastal Infrastructure Expected to Enhance Land and Property Value.
▫️ Court directs immediate suspension until further notice ▫️ Detailed reports requested from CDA, PEPA, and Ministry of Climate Change
▫️ Legal reforms introduced for land acquisition in Islamabad, with statutory protection for rehabilitation and resettlement. ▫️ New compensation mechanisms, delay penalties, and resolution of pending cases included.
▫Strong bidding signals renewed confidence in the capital’s property market ▫Proceeds to fund infrastructure and urban development projects
Key review of Sector E12 delays scheduled for 2 December Committee examines wage violations and irregularities in housing societies
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