Karachi, February 13, 2026 – Banks across Pakistan will remain closed next week for the annual deduction of Zakat on the first day of Ramadan, subject to the sighting of the moon, in line with the country’s Zakat and Ushr Ordinance, 1980.
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Banks disburse Rs1.41 trillion in agricultural loans as growers rise to 2.97 million
Karachi, February 13, 2026 — Agricultural credit disbursements by Pakistan’s banking sector surged to Rs1.412 trillion during the first half of FY26, while the number of borrowers increased to 2.97 million, reflecting broader financial inclusion and improved access to credit for farmers nationwide.
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British America Tobacco delegation urges stable FED regime to boost investment in Pakistan
Islamabad, February 12, 2026 — Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb held a high-level meeting with a British American Tobacco (BAT) delegation today, led by Ms. Pascale Meulemeester, Regional Director for Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, along with senior executives from BAT and Pakistan Tobacco Company (PTC).
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Finance Minister Aurangzeb reaffirms support for PM’s fan replacement program
Islamabad, February 12, 2026 — Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb has reaffirmed the Ministry of Finance’s full commitment to supporting the Prime Minister’s Fan Replacement Program, terming it a key initiative for energy conservation, fiscal responsibility, and climate action.
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PMD forecasts cold and dry weather across Pakistan on February 13, 2026
Islamabad, February 12, 2026 — The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast mainly cold and dry weather across most parts of the country on Friday, February 13, 2026, with very cold conditions expected in hilly and northern regions during early morning and night hours.
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DGPC initiates regulatory action against three petroleum exploration companies
Islamabad, February 12, 2026 – The Directorate General of Petroleum Concessions (DGPC) has launched regulatory proceedings against three exploration and production companies over alleged violations of petroleum rules, Parliamentary Secretary for Energy (Petroleum Division) Mian Khan Bugti informed the National Assembly on Thursday.
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When will Ramadan 2026 begin in Pakistan? PMD predicts likely date
Islamabad, February 12, 2026 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast that Ramadan 2026 in Pakistan is likely to begin on February 19, subject to the sighting of the new moon on the evening of February 18, 2026.
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NEPRA tweaks power tariffs: Low-use consumers pay fixed charges, high-use save
Islamabad, February 11, 2026 – The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has announced a new electricity tariff structure, introducing fixed monthly charges for domestic consumers using up to 300 units of electricity, while reducing per-unit rates for higher usage.
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PM Shehbaz orders NEPRA review to protect existing solar consumers
Islamabad, February 11, 2026 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday directed a review of the new Prosumer Regulations 2026 issued by the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) to safeguard the contracts of existing solar energy consumers.
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Pakistan Weather Forecast for February 12, 2026
Islamabad, February 11, 2026 — The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued the latest weather forecast for Thursday, February 12, 2026, predicting cold and dry conditions across most parts of the country, while very cold and partly cloudy weather is expected in hilly areas, particularly during the morning and night.
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