Islamabad, January 30, 2026 – In a significant move to promote religious unity, Pakistan’s Ministry of Religious Affairs, alongside prominent clerics, scholars from all schools of thought, and representatives from the business community, agreed on issuing a unified calendar for Azan and prayer timings.
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Pakistan-Bangladesh Direct Flights Resume After 14 Years
Karachi, January 29, 2026 – Direct flight operations between Pakistan and Bangladesh officially resumed today, as Biman Bangladesh Airlines launched its inaugural service from Dhaka to Karachi after a 14-year hiatus.
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Petroleum Prices in Pakistan: What to Expect from February 1, 2026
Islamabad, January 29, 2026 – Pakistan is preparing to revise petroleum prices on January 31, 2026, affecting the first fortnight of February. Amid rising international oil prices and ongoing geopolitical uncertainties, the government is expected to make changes that could impact millions of consumers.
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Karachi Weather Update: Sunny Spells as Cold Conditions Ease
Karachi, January 29, 2026 — Karachi is expected to enjoy pleasant weather with sunny spells over the next three to four days, as cold conditions gradually ease across the port city.
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ECC approves distribution of confiscated solar panels to Gilgit-Baltistan
Islamabad — The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet on Wednesday approved the distribution of confiscated solar panels to the Government of Gilgit-Baltistan to help address electricity shortages and promote renewable energy solutions in the region.
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Correct declarations to qualify importers for green channel clearance: Pakistan Customs
Lahore, January 29, 2026 — Pakistan Customs has announced that importers submitting correct and complete declarations will be given priority for placement in the Green Channel, enabling faster clearance without physical examination.
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Aurangzeb assures APTMA of government support to resolve textile sector issues
Islamabad, January 29, 2026 — Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb on Wednesday assured the textile industry of the government’s continued engagement to address key challenges confronting the sector, reaffirming its importance to Pakistan’s economy.
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Pakistan releases schedule for presenting budget 2026-27
Islamabad, January 28, 2026 – The Federal Finance Ministry has officially released the detailed schedule for the preparation and presentation of the federal budget for the fiscal year 2026-27.
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Pakistan Weather Forecast for January 29, 2026
Islamabad, January 28, 2026 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has released the national weather outlook for Thursday, January 29, 2026, highlighting continued cold and dry conditions across most parts of the country.
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Supreme Court declares FBR notices issued after expiry unlawful
Islamabad, January 28, 2026 — The Supreme Court of Pakistan has ruled that tax orders issued by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) after the expiry of the legally prescribed time limit are unlawful, reaffirming that such actions cannot be sustained under the Sales Tax Act, 1990.
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