Karachi, July 18, 2024 – Residents of Karachi are enduring a brutal heatwave, with temperatures soaring to a sweltering 40°C (104°F). The high humidity levels make it feel closer to a scorching 50°C (122°F). The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued advisories, urging caution when venturing outdoors due to the extreme heat.
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Monsoon Currents Penetrating Upper and Central Pakistan
Islamabad, July 17, 2024 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) announced on Wednesday that moderate monsoon currents from the Arabian Sea are penetrating the upper and central parts of the country. In addition, a westerly wave is expected to affect these regions starting tonight.
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Thundershower Alert: Karachi Set to Receive Rain on July 17
ISLAMABAD, July 16, 2024 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a weather forecast indicating that Karachi is likely to experience a thundershower on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. This forecast comes as part of a broader weather pattern affecting the Sindh province and other regions of the country.
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ADB Approves $100 Million Loan for Uzbekistan
MANILA, July 16, 2024 — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) announced on Tuesday the approval of a concessional loan of $100 million aimed at enhancing perinatal health services for pregnant women and their newborns in Uzbekistan.
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Pakistan Raises Petroleum Prices for 2nd Half of July 2024
Islamabad, July 16, 2024 – The citizens of Pakistan are facing another increase in fuel costs as the government announced higher prices for petroleum products, effective July 16th. This hike is in response to the recent surge in global oil prices.
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Karachi Weather: City Braces for Monsoon Rains from July 18th
Islamabad, July 15, 2024 – Karachi is set to experience intense monsoon rains starting from July 18, 2024, according to a forecast issued by the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Monday.
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Major Political Shakeup: Government Aims to Ban PTI
Islamabad, July 15, 2024 – The government on Monday announced its decision to move the Supreme Court of Pakistan to ban Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). This was disclosed by Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Attaullah Tarar, during a news conference in Islamabad.
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Overseas Pakistanis Can Import Vehicles After 2 Years: FTO
Lahore, July 15, 2024 – In a significant move, the Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) has clarified the regulations for overseas Pakistanis regarding vehicle importation. The ruling specifies that expatriates can import vehicles under the baggage scheme, transfer of residence scheme, and gift scheme, provided they adhere to a newly enforced two-year interval.
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Pakistan Set to Review Petroleum Prices Amid Global Oil Surge
Islamabad, July 14, 2024 – Pakistan is scheduled to review petroleum prices for the second half of July on Monday, July 15, 2024, with new prices taking effect from July 16, 2024.
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Pakistan Denounces Attack on Former US President Donald Trump
Islamabad, July 14, 2024 – Pakistan on Sunday vehemently condemned an assault on former US President Donald Trump, who was injured during an election campaign event. This incident, which has shocked the international community, highlights the pervasive dangers associated with political violence.
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