Islamabad, January 15, 2026 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued the countrywide weather forecast for Friday, January 16, 2026, warning of continued cold conditions and localized rain and snowfall in northern regions.
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Exodus of MNCs from Pakistan: Aurangzeb admits high taxes, energy costs
Islamabad: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Wednesday acknowledged that high taxation, elevated energy tariffs and costly financing have prompted some multinational companies (MNCs) to exit Pakistan, while maintaining that overall investor confidence remains stable as new domestic and foreign players continue to enter the market.
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US suspends immigrant visa processing for 75 countries including Pakistan
Washington, January 15, 2026 – The Trump administration has announced a suspension of all immigrant visa processing for applicants from 75 countries, including Pakistan, effective January 21, according to reports citing a State Department memo. The pause affects visas for employment or family reunification, while non-immigrant visas, such as tourist and student visas, remain unaffected.
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Power Division reports major drop in industrial electricity cross-subsidy burden
Islamabad, January 15, 2026 – The Power Division on Wednesday reported a significant reduction in the electricity cross-subsidy burden on industrial consumers, highlighting government efforts to lower electricity costs and improve competitiveness.
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Sindh Weather Forecast: Cold, Dry Spell and Dense Fog to Persist
Islamabad, January 14, 2026 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued an updated weather forecast for Sindh province, predicting continued cold and dry conditions across most districts over the next two days. The advisory highlights reduced visibility due to fog in several key areas, urging commuters and transporters to exercise caution.
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Petroleum prices in second half of January 2026: What consumers can expect
As the second half of January 2026 approaches, Pakistani consumers may finally see some relief at the fuel pump. Market sources indicate that the government is likely to reduce petroleum prices for the next fortnight, easing pressure on households, transporters and businesses amid persistent inflation concerns.
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ECC approves funds for FBR digital enforcement stations, Defence and IT initiatives
Islamabad – The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet on Tuesday approved multiple technical supplementary grants (TSGs) to support digital enforcement, defence, education and information technology initiatives across the country.
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Pakistan Customs thwarts major arms smuggling bid at Torkham, seizes 21,000+ rounds
Islamabad, January 13, 2026 – Pakistan Customs officials at the Torkham border crossing successfully foiled a large-scale attempt to smuggle arms and ammunition into the country, recovering more than 21,000 rounds of submachine gun and rifle cartridges along with other weapons.
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Pakistan, UAE to sign pre-immigration clearance deal to ease travel
Islamabad, January 13, 2026 – Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have agreed to sign a pre-immigration clearance agreement aimed at simplifying travel for UAE-bound passengers by allowing them to complete immigration formalities before departure from Pakistan.
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Very cold weather expected across Punjab districts on January 14: PMD
Islamabad, January 13, 2026 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast very cold and dry weather for several districts of Punjab on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, with dense fog and frost likely in many areas.
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