Islamabad, August 16, 2024 – In a significant move to protect consumer rights, the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has levied a Rs 5 million penalty on M/s Diamond Paint Industries (Pvt) Ltd.
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PM Shehbaz Directs Reforms to Boost Gemstone Industry
Islamabad, August 16, 2024 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced a major overhaul of Pakistan’s gemstone industry to unlock its potential and enhance the country’s export capabilities.
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Weekly SPI Dips 0.16% Amid Mixed Price Trends in Pakistan
Islamabad, August 16, 2024 – Inflation in Pakistan, measured by the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI), experienced a slight decline of 0.16% for the combined consumption groups during the week ending on August 15, according to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS).
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Intense Monsoon Spell Triggers Flood Alerts Across Pakistan
Islamabad, August 16, 2024 – Chief Meteorologist of the Pakistan Meteorological Department, Sardar Sarfaraz, issued a stern warning on Friday, forecasting an intense monsoon spell across the region until August 19. The forecast has prompted authorities to urge residents living near rivers to exercise extreme caution and remain vigilant to mitigate potential disaster risks.
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Thundershower Alert: PMD Predicts Rain for Karachi on August 17
Islamabad, August 16, 2024 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecasted a thundershower for Karachi and several other regions across Sindh on Saturday, August 17, 2024.
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ECC Greenlights Continuation of PM’s Relief Package at USC
ISLAMABAD, August 15, 2024 – The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet, under the leadership of Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb, has approved the continuation of the Prime Minister’s Relief Package for the fiscal year 2024-25 through the Utility Stores Corporation (USC).
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Pakistan Weather Report for Friday, August 16, 2024
Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued weather report for Friday, August 16, 2024 predicting monsoon system to affect many parts of the country.
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Lower Courts Erode Judicial Integrity in Pakistan
The recent order issued by the Court of Senior Civil Judge Karachi (Central), XI in Case No. 521 of 2018 has raised serious concerns, calling for close examination by both the superior judiciary and Sharia scholars. The ruling’s blatant disregard for fundamental principles of justice is contributing to the erosion of judicial integrity in Pakistan.
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PM Shehbaz Promises Relief on Electricity Bills
Islamabad, August 15, 2024 –Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif assured the nation that they would soon receive “good news” regarding a reduction in the soaring electricity bills that have been burdening households across Pakistan.
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PM Shehbaz Calls on Youth to Lead Pakistan Toward Prosperity
Islamabad, August 15, 2024 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, in a heartfelt address on Pakistan’s 78th Independence Day, urged the nation’s youth to play a pivotal role in steering the country toward prosperity, stability, and peace.
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