Islamabad, July 10, 2025 — Thick clouds are set to blanket Islamabad on Friday, July 11, with increased chances of rain and thundershowers, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD).
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Thundershowers forecast for Balochistan districts on July 10
Islamabad, July 9, 2025 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted fresh spells of thundershowers in various districts of Balochistan on Thursday, July 10, 2025.
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Pakistan formally enacts crypto currency law, establishes authority
Islamabad, July 9, 2025 – Pakistan has formally adopted a comprehensive legal framework for crypto currencies, marking a significant step toward embracing digital innovation while ensuring regulatory oversight and financial transparency.
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Monsoon currents trigger torrential rains across Pakistan
Islamabad, July 9, 2025 – Intense monsoon currents sweeping across Pakistan have triggered widespread heavy rainfall, flash floods, and landslides, affecting major regions from the north to the south. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued multiple warnings as the weather pattern intensifies, posing serious threats to lives and infrastructure.
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PIA Sale Gains Pace as PC Board Okays Four Bidders
Islamabad, July 9, 2025 — In a significant stride toward the privatization of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), the Privatization Commission (PC) Board has officially prequalified four interested parties for the national carrier’s divestment.
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CCP approves 69 mergers in FY25, boosting FDI, confidence
Islamabad, July 9, 2025 — The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has given the green light to 69 mergers and acquisitions (M&A) during the fiscal year 2024-25, playing a vital role in stimulating foreign direct investment (FDI) and reinforcing investor confidence in Pakistan’s business environment.
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Islamabad braces for continued monsoon showers
Islamabad, July 8, 2025 – The monsoon season has firmly set in over Islamabad, with the capital city expected to receive continued rainfall and persistent cloud cover over the next several days.
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SECP imposes Rs425m corporate penalties in FY25
Islamabad, July 8, 2025 — The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has announced that it imposed a total of Rs425 million in penalties on various corporate entities during the fiscal year 2024-25, reflecting its firm stance on regulatory enforcement and corporate accountability.
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Finance ministry notifies 7% pension hike for federal retirees
Islamabad, July 8, 2025 — The Finance Ministry has officially notified a 7% increase in pension for retired federal government employees, effective from July 1, 2025. This latest decision comes as part of the government’s commitment to support old-age citizens in managing rising inflation and living expenses.
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PM Shehbaz hails FBR, IB for Rs178 billion recovery
Islamabad, July 7, 2025 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has lauded the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) and the Intelligence Bureau (IB) for their extraordinary collaboration that led to a historic recovery of Rs178 billion through anti-tax evasion and anti-hoarding operations.
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