Islamabad, January 9, 2026 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday announced the federal government’s plan to implement a transparent and efficient Ramazan relief package 2026, aimed at providing subsidized essential food items to underprivileged families. The initiative replaces decades-old systems plagued by financial irregularities and mismanagement in utility stores.
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PM Shehbaz Approves National Framework to Reform Pakistan’s Gemstone Sector
Islamabad, January 9, 2026 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday granted in-principle approval to the National Policy Framework aimed at reforming Pakistan’s gemstone sector, aligning it with international standards, and creating an investor-friendly environment for both local and foreign stakeholders.
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Karachi hits single-digit temperatures as colder conditions loom
Islamabad, January 9, 2026 — Karachi, Pakistan’s principal financial and commercial centre, has recorded single-digit temperatures as a pronounced cold spell continues to grip large parts of the country. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), the minimum temperature in the metropolis dropped to 9°C, with forecasts indicating a further decline to around 7°C in the coming days.
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Islamabad Weather Update: Frost Likely on January 9, 2026
Islamabad, January 8, 2026 — The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a fresh weather advisory forecasting frost in Islamabad on Friday, January 9, 2026, as cold and dry conditions continue to grip the federal capital and surrounding areas.
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SCCI submits budget FY27 proposals to Tax Policy Office
Peshawar, January 7, 2026 — The Sarhad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has submitted comprehensive proposals to the Federal Tax Policy Office (TPO) for inclusion in the upcoming federal budget for fiscal year 2026-27, calling for wide-ranging tax reforms to promote growth, investment, and ease of doing business.
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PM Shehbaz orders strategy to boost rice exports and cut trade deficit
Islamabad, January 7, 2026 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday emphasized the need to significantly increase rice exports and directed relevant authorities to prepare a comprehensive export strategy in close coordination with the Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (REAP).
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PM Shehbaz directs SBP to simplify credit for SMEs, farmers, startups
Islamabad, January 7, 2026 — Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday instructed the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and commercial banks to simplify and expand credit mechanisms for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), new businesses, and small farmers. The prime minister emphasized that improving access to finance is a top government priority to boost economic growth and financial inclusion.
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Punjab weather update: Very cold conditions forecast for Murree and Galiyat
Islamabad, January 7, 2026 — The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a weather advisory for Punjab, forecasting cold and dry conditions across most districts, with very cold weather expected to persist in Murree, Galiyat, and adjoining hilly areas over the next 48 hours.
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Govt freezes gas prices for six months, announces major relief for consumers
Islamabad, January 6, 2026 — In a major relief for households and businesses, the federal government has decided not to increase gas prices for the next six months across all consumer categories. Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik announced on Tuesday that the decision was taken on the directions of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, ensuring price stability for the remainder of the current fiscal period.
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Karachi freezes as temperatures set to plunge into single digits
Karachi is set to experience a sharper cold spell in the coming days, with the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) warning that night-time temperatures in the city could fall into single digits over the weekend.
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