ISLAMABAD, May 4, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is preparing to introduce strict enforcement measures to boost revenue collection and reduce the widening shortfall in the ongoing fiscal year.
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DPM Reviews Security of Oil Refineries and Storage Facilities
ISLAMABAD, May 4, 2026 – Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar on Monday chaired a high-level meeting of the Committee on Security Assessment of Oil Refineries and oil storage facilities across the country.
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Karachi Heatwave: Eight Dead as Temperature Soars to 44°C
KARACHI, May 4, 2026 – At least eight people have died in Karachi amid an intense heatwave, as temperatures surged to 44°C, marking one of the hottest days recorded in recent years.
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NDMA Warns Thunderstorms for Several Regions of Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Monday issued a nationwide alert, warning that thunderstorms accompanied by rain and possible hail are expected across multiple regions of Pakistan over the next 12 to 24 hours.
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Karachi Expected to Get Relief from Summer Heatwave from May 5
Karachi, May 4, 2026 – Residents can expect Karachi heatwave relief May 2026 as weather conditions are likely to improve from Tuesday, following days of extreme temperatures in Karachi.
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Rana Tanveer calls for dairy sector tax reforms to boost nutrition, affordability
Islamabad, May 3, 2026 – Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research Rana Tanveer Hussain has emphasized the need for dairy sector tax reforms in Pakistan, calling for rationalized taxation and structural changes to improve affordability, ensure safe nutrition, and support farmers.
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Sindh swelters as Hyderabad hits 46°C: PMD issues severe heatwave alert
ISLAMABAD, May 3, 2026 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a high-priority weather update as a blistering heatwave grips the province of Sindh. Hyderabad recorded a scorching 46°C on Sunday, while other districts saw the mercury climb even higher, signaling an intense start to the summer season.
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Karachi sets up heatwave camps across city to protect citizens
The administration of Karachi has established heatwave camps across the city as temperatures rise and extremely hot weather conditions are forecast.
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Karachi Mayor to provide KMC land for EV charging stations
KARACHI – In a significant step toward urban modernization, Karachi Mayor Barrister Murtaza Wahab has announced that the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) is prepared to provide land for the establishment of charging stations for electric vehicles (EVs) and bikes across the city.
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Finance Minister Aurangzeb directs SBP and banks to fortify cybersecurity infrastructure
ISLAMABAD – Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, has called for an urgent and comprehensive overhaul of Pakistan’s financial cybersecurity, emphasizing that the protection of digital infrastructure is now a “high-priority systemic concern.”
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