Islamabad, February 2, 2026 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif today met Ajay Banga, President of the World Bank Group (WBG), in Islamabad. This marked Mr. Banga’s first official visit to Pakistan as World Bank President.
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Karachi to witness gradual rise in temperatures as winter fades
Karachi, February 2, 2026 — The winter chill in Karachi is steadily easing, with the port city expected to experience a gradual rise in temperatures over the next three days. Weather conditions are set to turn warmer and more pleasant, signaling an early transition toward spring-like conditions.
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Pakistan raises diesel price by Rs11.30 per liter, petrol price unchanged
Islamabad, January 31, 2026 — The federal government on Saturday announced an increase in the price of high-speed diesel (HSD) while keeping petrol prices unchanged for the first fortnight of February 2026. The revised prices will come into effect from February 1, according to a notification issued by the Petroleum Division.
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Ogra increases LPG prices across Pakistan from February 1, 2026
Islamabad, January 31, 2026 — The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) has announced an increase in liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) prices, adding further pressure on household budgets amid rising inflation.
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Winter tightens grip as shallow westerly wave impacts Pakistan
Islamabad, January 31, 2026 – Winter conditions are expected to persist across Pakistan as a shallow westerly wave continues to affect northern and western regions of the country, according to the latest weather update issued by the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD).
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FBR conducts interactive tax session for women entrepreneurs across Pakistan
Islamabad, January 31, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) organized a comprehensive Tax Awareness Session for women entrepreneurs under the guidance of Chairman Rashid Mahmood Langrial.
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FTO upholds Pakistan Customs’ compliance in EFS export case
Islamabad, January 30, 2026 – The Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) on Friday reaffirmed Pakistan Customs’ authority in handling Export Facilitation Scheme (EFS) cases, emphasizing strict adherence to legal procedures and compliance standards.
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PM Shehbaz announces major relief package for industries and exports, cuts electricity tariff
Islamabad, January 30, 2026 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Friday unveiled a comprehensive relief package aimed at boosting Pakistan’s industrial and export sectors. The measures include a significant reduction in electricity tariffs by Rs 4.04 per unit for industries, lowering of wheeling charges to under Rs 9, and a substantial cut in the export refinance scheme rate from 7.5% to 4.5%. Additionally, top exporters will be granted “blue passports” for two years to facilitate export-led growth.
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Pakistan Weather Forecast for January 31, 2026: Cold, Dry Conditions to Persist
Islamabad, January 30, 2026 — The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued the national weather outlook for Saturday, January 31, 2026, forecasting continued cold and dry conditions across most parts of the country, with chances of light rain and snowfall in northern regions.
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Pakistan clerics and religious authorities agree on unified Azan, prayer timings
Islamabad, January 30, 2026 – In a significant move to promote religious unity, Pakistan’s Ministry of Religious Affairs, alongside prominent clerics, scholars from all schools of thought, and representatives from the business community, agreed on issuing a unified calendar for Azan and prayer timings.
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