Karachi, December 16, 2024 – Karachi is set to experience chilly weather with temperatures dropping to as low as 9°C on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. This marks a significant dip as cold weather continues to grip Sindh and other parts of the country.
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Pakistan Revises Petroleum Prices for Final Fortnight of 2024
Islamabad, December 16, 2024 – Pakistan has announced a revision in petroleum prices for the final fortnight of the year 2024. According to a statement issued by the Finance Division, the price of petroleum-based petrol will remain unchanged at Rs252.10 per litre for the next two weeks. However, the government has reduced the prices of high-speed diesel (HSD), kerosene, and light diesel oil (LDO), providing some relief to consumers.
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Pakistan Weather Forecast for December 16, 2024
Islamabad, December 15, 2024 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has released its detailed weather forecast for Monday, December 16, 2024, highlighting expected conditions across various regions.
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Cold Wave Grips Islamabad with Sub-Zero Temperatures
The persistent cold wave in Islamabad shows no signs of abating as the federal capital recorded minimum temperatures at or below zero degrees Celsius for the fifth consecutive day.
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APTMA Urges SBP to Cut Interest Rate to 10% for Revival
The All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) has called on the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) to reduce the benchmark interest rate from the current 15% to 10%, emphasizing that such a move is crucial for revitalizing the economy.
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FBR Cracks Down on Tax Evasion in Sugar Mills
Islamabad – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has intensified its enforcement efforts to combat tax evasion in the sugar industry, launching a series of operations against non-compliant sugar mills in Punjab and Sindh.
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Ongoing Cold Wave in Pakistan to Subside Soon: PMD
Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has said that the ongoing cold wave in the country to subside soon. In its weather report, the PMD said continental air is dominating most parts of the country. A shallow westerly wave persists over the upper and western regions.
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PayPal Payment Solution Discussed for Pakistan’s Freelancers
Islamabad, December 13, 2024 – A high-level meeting of the Prime Minister’s Committee on IT Export Remittances convened to address the pressing need for payment solutions, including PayPal, to support Pakistan’s freelancers. The meeting emphasized the urgency of enabling access to global payment gateways and developing localized payment systems to empower IT professionals and enhance Pakistan’s global competitiveness.
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PM Shehbaz Directs Further Reduction in Electricity Tariffs
Islamabad, December 13, 2024 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to take further steps in reducing electricity tariffs and to fast-track the implementation of plans for future power generation projects.
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Karachi May Experience Below 10°C Amid Cold Wave
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecasted a significant drop in Karachi temperature over the next 48 hours, with the mercury potentially dipping below 10°C. The ongoing cold wave is expected to persist, affecting most parts of the country, including the coastal city.
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