Islamabad, December 1, 2024 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted widespread rain and thunderstorms across the country on Monday, December 2, 2024, accompanied by snowfall over hilly regions in certain areas.
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APTMA Urges Restoration of EFS for All Textile Players
KARACHI: The All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) has called on the government to urgently restore the Export Facilitation Scheme (EFS) to its pre-Finance Act 2024 status, including reinstating zero-rating on local supplies for export manufacturing. APTMA argues that this step is crucial for ensuring a level playing field for domestic manufacturers who have been disadvantaged compared to tax-exempt imported inputs.
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Pakistan Hikes Petrol and Diesel Prices for Early December 2024
Islamabad, November 30, 2024: The government of Pakistan has announced an increase in the prices of key petroleum products for the first half of December 2024. The adjustment, based on recommendations from the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA), reflects global market trends and rising oil prices.
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PIA Will Get Higher Bids After EASA Lifts Ban: Khawaja Asif
Sialkot, November 30, 2024 – Aviation Minister Khawaja Asif welcomed the European Commission and the European Aviation Safety Agency’s (EASA) decision to lift the suspension on Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), expressing optimism about its positive impact on the privatization process of the indebted national carrier.
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Thunderstorms Predicted for Upper Parts of Pakistan on Dec 1
Islamabad, November 30, 2024 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast rain, thunderstorms, and snowfall over hills for upper parts of the country on Sunday, December 1, 2024. According to the PMD, a westerly weather system currently influencing the western and upper regions of Pakistan is expected to bring significant weather activity.
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Expected Petroleum Prices in Pakistan for December 2024
Pakistan is anticipated to raise petroleum product prices starting December 1, 2024, as global oil prices continue to climb. The price adjustment will follow the routine fortnightly review of petroleum prices, with the updated rates scheduled for announcement on November 30, 2024. These revised prices will be effective from December 1 to December 15, 2024.
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EASA Lifts Ban on PIA After Four Years
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has officially lifted the four-year ban on Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), marking a significant milestone for Pakistan’s aviation sector.
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Cold Weather to Grip Pakistan on November 30, 2024
Islamabad, November 29, 2024 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast a spell of cold and dry weather across most parts of the country on Saturday, November 30, 2024. However, upper regions and mountainous areas are likely to experience rain, thunderstorms, and snowfall.
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Carpet Manufacturers Seek Urgent Customs Duty Relief
Islamabad, November 28, 2024 – The Pakistan Carpet Manufacturers and Exporters Association (PCMEA) has called for immediate relief from customs duties that are severely hampering the survival and growth of the carpet manufacturing sector.
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NDMA Issues Weather Alert for Rain, Thunderstorms in Pakistan
Islamabad, November 28, 2024 – The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a weather alert for rain, thunderstorms, and snowfall across various regions of Pakistan starting today, as a westerly wave is set to impact the western parts of the country.
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