Islamabad, February 21, 2026 — The Power Division announced that industrial consumers in Pakistan received electricity tariff relief worth Rs12.125 billion during December 2025 and January 2026 under the government’s Industrial Surplus Electricity Package.
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Pakistan records sharp weekly inflation increase as Ramazan begins
Karachi, February 20, 2026 – Pakistan has witnessed a sharp rise in weekly inflation for the week ended February 19, 2026, impacting the daily expenses of citizens just as the holy month of Ramazan begins.
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Pakistan, US launch strategic economic initiative for Roosevelt Hotel redevelopment
The Governments of Pakistan and the United States have formally launched a strategic economic initiative aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation, including collaboration with the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) on the operation, maintenance, renovation, and redevelopment of the iconic Roosevelt Hotel in New York.
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ECC approves Rs19bn for PM’s Ramazan Relief Package 2026
Islamabad, February 19, 2026 — The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) on Thursday approved the immediate release of Rs19 billion for the Prime Minister’s Ramazan Relief Package (PMRRP) 2026 to ensure timely disbursement of financial assistance to vulnerable segments of society during the holy month.
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Leghari directs all net metering applications before Feb 8 be processed immediately
Islamabad, February 19, 2026 – Federal Minister for Power, Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari, on Thursday directed all electricity distribution companies, including K-Electric, to process net metering applications submitted up to February 8 under the previous regulations.
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Punjab weather update: cold and dry conditions to prevail
Islamabad, February 18, 2026 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast cold and dry weather across most districts of Punjab on Thursday, February 19, 2026, with shallow fog likely to develop in some northeastern areas during the early morning hours.
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Minister directs DISCOs to ensure uninterrupted electricity during Ramazan
Islamabad — Federal Minister for Power Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari on Tuesday directed all power distribution companies (DISCOs), including K-Electric, to guarantee uninterrupted electricity supply during Sehri and Iftar in the holy month of Ramazan.
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NA committee approves power division budget proposals for 2026-27
Islamabad, February 18, 2026 — The Standing Committee of the National Assembly on Power Division has approved budgetary proposals for the fiscal year 2026–27, aiming to strengthen Pakistan’s power sector and ensure timely completion of ongoing projects.
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Pakistan expects pleasant weather during holy month of Ramazan: NDMA
Islamabad, February 17, 2026 – The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) of Pakistan has forecast generally pleasant weather across the country during the holy month of Ramazan, with daytime temperatures expected to rise gradually while nights remain relatively cool. The authority emphasized that residents and institutions should stay updated on weather alerts to ensure safety during the month.
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Pakistan’s textile exports reach $11 billion in 7MFY26
Islamabad, February 17, 2026 – Pakistan’s textile exports have fetched around $11 billion during the first seven months (July to January) of fiscal year 2025-26, according to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS).
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