Karachi, April 8, 2024 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has issued directives to banks to open bank accounts for beneficiaries of the Benazir Income Support Program (BISP), aiming to streamline the disbursement process of financial assistance directly into their accounts.
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Updated Petroleum Prices in Pakistan During Eid-ul-Fitr Holidays
In the wake of the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr holidays, the Government of Pakistan has announced updated petroleum prices, effective until the next fortnight revision on April 15, 2024.
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Banks Close 3 Days for Eid-ul-Fitr 2024: Plan Your Transactions
As the joyous occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr approaches, citizens in Pakistan are reminded to plan their financial transactions in advance due to the closure of banks for three consecutive days.
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Citizens Face Sharp Inflation Ahead of Eid ul Fitr
Karachi, April 5, 2024 – As Eid ul Fitr approaches, citizens across Pakistan are grappling with a sharp increase in inflation, according to the latest data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS).
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SBP Declares Bank Holidays for Eid ul Fitr 2024
Karachi, April 4, 2024 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has officially declared bank holidays for Eid ul Fitr 2024, facilitating the nationwide celebration of this joyous occasion.
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OMCs Directed to Ensure Petroleum Supplies During Eid Holidays
The Oil & Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has issued a directive to Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) to uphold uninterrupted supplies of petroleum products throughout the Eid holidays.
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Pakistan Contemplates Carbon Levy on Petroleum Products
Karachi, April 2, 2024 – In a bid to tackle climate change and reduce carbon emissions, Pakistan is contemplating the introduction of a carbon levy on the sale of petroleum products.
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Petrol Price Surges to Rs 289.41 per Liter Ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr
Petrol price is climbing, hitting people’s pockets hard just before Eid-ul-Fitr. The government has decided to increase the price of petrol to Rs 289.41 per liter, which could lead to more inflation.
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Pakistan Surprises Nation with Rs 9.66 per Liter Petrol Increase
Islamabad, March 31, 2024 – Pakistan has announced a significant increase of Rs 9.66 per liter in the price of petrol, effective from April 1, 2024.
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Indus River System Releases 127,000 Cusecs Water
The Indus River System Authority (IRSA) has announced the release of 127,000 cusecs of water from various rim stations, accompanied by an inflow of 156,200 cusecs.
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