Islamabad, September 10, 2023 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has released a weather forecast indicating the likelihood of a thunderstorm at isolated locations in Kashmir on Sunday, September 10, 2023.
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Met Office Issues Drought Alert as August 2023 Marks 2nd Driest Month in 63 Years
Islamabad, September 9, 2023 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a drought warning, indicating that August 2023 was the second driest month in Pakistan in the last 63 years.
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Customs Seizes Essential Commodities Worth Rs 2.5 Billion in Anti-Smuggling Operations
Islamabad, September 8, 2023 – Pakistan Customs has successfully seized essential commodities valued at Rs 2.5 billion in a series of anti-smuggling operations conducted across the country. An official statement released on Friday provided details of these operations and the seized goods.
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EOBI Pension Increased by 17% to Rs 10,000
Islamabad, September 8, 2023 – In a move aimed at improving the financial well-being of retired citizens, the federal government announced on Friday a significant increase of 17 percent in the pension provided by the Employees Old Age Benefits Institution (EOBI), raising it to Rs 10,000.
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Prices of Wheat and Sugar Double in Basket of Essential Items: Pakistan Bureau
Karachi, September 8, 2023 – Alarming data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) on Friday reveals that the prices of wheat flour and sugar have doubled over the past year, adding to the economic challenges faced by the nation.
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Tax System Digitization Underway as Part of Reforms: PM Kakar
Islamabad, September 7, 2023 – Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar ul Haq Kakar has announced that Pakistan’s tax system is undergoing a digital transformation as part of the government’s tax reform efforts.
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No Thundershowers Predicted for Islamabad and Other Parts of Pakistan on September 8, 2023
Islamabad, September 8, 2023 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecasted dry and hot weather conditions for Islamabad and various other parts of the country on September 8, 2023. There are no predictions of thundershowers for the day.
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Pakistan Refutes Reports of Ban on Rs 5000 Banknote
Islamabad, September 7, 2023 – Pakistan has officially denied recent reports suggesting a ban on the Rs 5000 denomination banknote. The Ministry of Finance issued a statement on Thursday to address the circulating rumors and clarify the situation.
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Pakistan Launches Ambitious Crackdown Against Electricity Theft
Islamabad, September 7, 2023 – Pakistan has announced a sweeping crackdown against electricity theft, aimed at improving revenue recovery and providing relief to the general public.
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Caretaker Prime Minister Emphasizes Better Coordination for Tax Documentation
Islamabad, September 7, 2023 – Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar emphasized the need for enhanced coordination between the federal and provincial authorities in the realm of tax documentation.
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