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The federal government will not reduce gas prices for all consumers, even though the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) had recommended a 10 percent reduction for the upcoming fiscal year. No Relief in Gas Prices However, gas prices for captive power plants (CPPs) will see an increase of Rs....

Pakistan's Minister for State for Information Technology and Telecommunication said Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, recently visited Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and China. During these visits, he discussed how Information Technology (IT) can help Pakistan's economy recover from its current crisis. Pakistan to Provide IT Training to 1.5 Million Youth In...

The All Punjab LPG Distributors Association has reported that the government's recent crackdown on the LPG market has led to the closure of many LPG shops. This has caused anger among shopkeepers and consumers as well rise in LPG prices across the province. LPG Shops in Punjab Close Amid Govt...

Flydubai will begin daily flights to Islamabad and Lahore in Pakistan starting July 1, 2024. This new service will strengthen the connection between Pakistan and Dubai. Flydubai to Start Daily Flights to Islamabad and Lahore Hamad Obaidalla, Chief Commercial Officer at Flydubai, said, “Pakistan has always been important for Flydubai....

Ashura, which falls on Muharram 9 and 10, is expected to be observed this year on July 16 and 17. Ashura is a significant day for Muslims, especially for Shia communities, as it commemorates the martyrdom of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA), the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Every year, special...

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) forecasts more rain-wind/thunderstorms in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and various parts of Pakistan on Sunday evening/night and Monday. Islamabad, Rawalpindi Weather Update For June 24 and 25 Currently, continental air is prevailing over most parts of Pakistan, with a shallow westerly wave affecting the upper parts of...

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has announced that the country can expect normal to above normal rainfall and nearly normal temperatures during this monsoon season. Weather Forecast for Pakistan's Monsoon Season Climate Indicators The PMD states that the El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is currently in a neutral phase and...

The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has announced plans to develop a Wildlife Safari Park in Islamabad. This decision was made during a meeting on June 20, led by CDA Chairman Muhammad Ali Randhawa and attended by senior officials of the authority. CDA Plans to Develop Wildlife Safari Park in Islamabad...

The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has announced a new electricity tariff with fixed charges that will be effective from July 1. The new design introduces fixed charges ranging from Rs200 to Rs1,000 per month for residential consumers, depending on their electricity usage. NEPRA Introduces Fixed Charges Up to...

In the latest weather update, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecasted more rain-wind/thunderstorms for Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and other regions of Pakistan for Thursday evening/night, Friday, and Saturday. Weather Update: Rain Likely in Islamabad, Rawalpindi and Parts of Pakistan Moist currents from the Arabian Sea are entering the southern and...

The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has decided to raise the basic electricity tariff by Rs. 5.72 per unit, effective from July 1, 2024. This hike will increase the tariff from Rs. 29.78 to Rs. 35.50 per unit. The federal government will determine whether this new rate will be...

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has released an advisory to inform the public about the expected weather conditions during the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha holiday. Weather Update: NDMA Issues Rain Alert for Eid-ul-Azha Holiday The NDMA has predicted that several regions, including Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, South Punjab,...