ISLAMABAD, May 14, 2025 — The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a stern warning about a prolonged heatwave expected to grip large parts of the country, particularly affecting the provinces of Sindh, Punjab, Balochistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP).
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No rain expected: Islamabad swelters under prolonged hot weather
Islamabad, May 14, 2025 – The federal capital is currently in the grip of an intense heatwave, with Islamabad facing persistently hot weather that is expected to continue without interruption for the rest of the week.
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Gem and jewellery exports grind to halt amid SRO suspension
Karachi, May 14, 2025 – Pakistan’s once vibrant gem and jewellery export sector has come to an abrupt standstill following a recent and unexpected move by the federal government.
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CCP fines Al Ghazi Tractors Rs40 million over deceptive marketing
ISLAMABAD, May 14, 2025 — The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has imposed a substantial penalty of Rs40 million on Al Ghazi Tractors Limited for engaging in deceptive marketing that misled consumers about the performance of its products.
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Russia to establish new steel mill in Karachi to boost bilateral ties
Islamabad, May 13, 2025 — In a significant step toward enhancing economic cooperation, Russia and Pakistan have agreed to establish a new steel mill in Karachi, reinforcing their growing bilateral relationship.
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Severe heat to grip Sindh districts: PMD issues weather update
Karachi, May 13, 2025 — The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a heatwave alert, warning that several districts of Sindh will experience intense heat over the coming days.
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Aurangzeb for equal opportunity by ending protectionist policies
Islamabad, May 13, 2025 – Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, has reaffirmed the government’s firm commitment to dismantling the long-standing protectionist economic regime and leveling the playing field for all sectors of the economy.
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PM Shehbaz orders crackdown on FBR officials aiding tax evaders
Islamabad, May 13, 2025 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed strict action against officials of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) found guilty of facilitating tax evasion.
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Supreme Court clarifies timeframe for tax record retention
The Supreme Court of Pakistan has ruled that the statutory timeframe for retaining tax records, typically set at six years under Section 174(1) of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001, becomes secondary if a legal proceeding is pending.
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Islamabad weather update: hot, dry conditions to prevail this week
Islamabad, May 13, 2025 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued an updated forecast for Islamabad, predicting persistently hot and dry weather conditions over the coming days.
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