Islamabad, December 28, 2024 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has instructed the expeditious installation of smart meters across the country to enhance transparency in the electricity billing system and implement robust measures to curb electricity theft. The directive came during a high-level review meeting on the performance of Electricity Distribution Companies (DISCOs).
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Karachi Electric Consumers to Get Above Rs 7 Billion Refund
Karachi, December 28, 2024 – Electricity consumers in Karachi are set to receive a substantial refund of over Rs 7 billion as K-Electric (KE), the city’s primary power utility, has filed a petition with the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) seeking approval to refund Rs4.98 per unit. This refund comes as part of the monthly fuel charges adjustment (FCA) for November 2024.
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Sunny and Cold Weather Predicted for Islamabad
Islamabad, December 28, 2024 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast sunny but cold weather for Islamabad over the next three days, with particularly chilly conditions expected during morning and night hours. Residents of Islamabad are advised to brace for frost in isolated areas during the early hours, especially on Sunday, December 29, 2024.
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SECP Approves Stock Split Guidelines for PSX
Islamabad, December 28, 2024 – The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has granted approval to the Pakistan Stock Exchange Limited (PSX) to issue Guidelines for Stock Splits aimed at encouraging listed companies to adopt this financial strategy.
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Islamabad Gears Up for Freezing Morning Temperatures
Islamabad, December 27, 2024 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted that Islamabad and its surrounding areas will experience cold weather on Saturday, December 28, 2024, with very cold conditions during the morning and night hours. Frost is also expected at isolated places in the region during the early hours.
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Islamabad Weather Update: Cold, Cloudy and Light Rain Predicted
Islamabad, December 27, 2024 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast cold and cloudy weather with light rain for Islamabad today, December 27, 2024. Residents of the capital city can expect a chilly day accompanied by occasional drizzle in some areas.
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Senate Committee Approves Tax Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024
Islamabad, December 26, 2024 – The Senate Standing Committee on Finance has approved the Tax Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024, marking a significant step toward tightening tax compliance measures.
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Pakistan Weather: Islamabad, Other Regions to Face Cold Snap
Islamabad, December 26, 2024 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast cold weather across the country, including Islamabad, for Friday, December 27, 2024. The capital city, Islamabad, is expected to experience cold and partly cloudy conditions with light rain or drizzle during the evening and night. Very cold weather, with isolated frost and fog in patches, is likely to occur during the morning hours.
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Saudi Airlines to Facilitate 35,000 Pakistani Hajj Pilgrims
Islamabad, December 26, 2024 – Saudi Airlines has reached an agreement with the Ministry of Religious Affairs to facilitate the travel of 35,000 Pakistani government Hajj pilgrims for the upcoming pilgrimage season.
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FBR Uncovers 190,000 Tax Evaders, Rs 60 Bn at Risk: Aurangzeb
Islamabad, December 26, 2024 – Finance Minister Mohammad Aurangzeb revealed on Thursday that the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) had identified approximately 190,000 individuals who have evaded taxes totaling around Rs 60 billion. This was part of the government’s ongoing efforts to improve tax compliance and expand the tax base through digitization and data analytics.
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