Washington, D.C., July 31, 2025 – Pakistan and the United States have finalized a comprehensive trade agreement aimed at deepening bilateral relations, expanding market access, and stimulating foreign investment across key sectors.
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Thundershower likely to continue in Islamabad on August 1
Islamabad, July 31, 2025 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast continued thundershower activity in Islamabad on Friday, August 1, 2025, as part of the ongoing monsoon spell affecting various parts of the country.
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Pakistan, US join hands to explore massive oil reserves: Trump
Washington, July 30, 2025 — In a surprising announcement, U.S. President Donald Trump revealed that Pakistan and the United States have entered into a joint agreement to explore and develop the South Asian country’s substantial oil reserves.
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Federal Cabinet Approves Green Building Code of Pakistan
Islamabad, July 30, 2025 – In a significant move toward environmental sustainability and climate resilience, the Federal Cabinet has officially approved the Green Building Code of Pakistan, alongside the Rainwater Harvesting Provisions for the national Building Code.
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PMD issues urban flooding alert for Islamabad, Rawalpindi
Islamabad, July 30, 2025 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued an urban flooding alert for Islamabad and Rawalpindi, warning that heavy monsoon rains expected on July 30 and 31 may lead to severe water accumulation in low-lying areas.
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Pakistan likely to cut petroleum prices for August 2025
ISLAMABAD, July 30, 2025 – Pakistan is expected to announce a major reduction in petroleum prices for the first half of August 2025, driven by a strengthening rupee and a notable decline in global oil rates.
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Govt engages banks, firms on crypto framework
ISLAMABAD, July 30, 2025 – The federal government has intensified efforts to build a regulatory environment for cryptocurrency and virtual assets, holding a high-level consultation in Islamabad with key stakeholders from banks, exchange companies, and the gems and jewellery sector.
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PMD issues flood warning amid intensifying monsoon rains
Islamabad, July 29, 2025 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Tuesday issued a monsoon-related flood warning for several northern and upper areas of Pakistan, citing the risk of flash floods, urban flooding, and landslides due to ongoing heavy rainfall.
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PM Shehbaz urges provinces to support digital drive
Islamabad, July 28, 2025 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Monday emphasized the need for strong provincial collaboration to ensure the successful and timely implementation of the federal government’s Digital Transformation Plan.
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Finance ministry warns of inflation risks from heavy rains
Islamabad, July 28, 2025 – The Finance Ministry has cautioned that recent heavy rains may pose inflationary risks due to their adverse effects on agriculture yields and supply chain dynamics.
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