KARACHI, August 31, 2025 – Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has directed provincial authorities to maintain strict vigilance over embankments and irrigation systems along both banks of the River Indus amid forecasts of a potential flood.
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Sindh government on high alert for flood emergency: Memon
KARACHI, August 31, 2025 – The Sindh government has placed all relevant departments on high alert to deal with any potential flood emergency across the province.
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Free Voice Call Facility Announced for Punjab Flood Victims
Islamabad, August 30, 2025 – In response to the devastating floods impacting various parts of Punjab, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), in collaboration with Cellular Mobile Operators (CMOs), has announced the extension of free voice minutes for residents in the flood-hit regions.
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Sindh on red alert ahead of Indus River flood surge
KARACHI: After days of relentless rainfall and urban flooding, the province of Sindh is now bracing for an extremely high flood surge in the Indus River, forecast for September 4 and 5, according to a warning issued by the Meteorological Department on Thursday.
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Finance ministry warns of flood impact on Pakistan economy
Islamabad, August 28, 2025 – Pakistan’s finance ministry has issued a cautionary note, warning that flood-related damages could exert additional fiscal pressures and disrupt essential food supplies in key agricultural zones.
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ECC approves Rs30 billion grant for closure of Utility Stores
Islamabad, August 28, 2025 – In a significant fiscal move, the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet approved a technical supplementary grant of Rs30.216 billion to facilitate the orderly closure of the Utility Stores Corporation (USC) of Pakistan.
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EOBI releases pensions after ombudsman’s intervention
Islamabad, August 28, 2025 – In a significant move to uphold the rights of retired workers, the Employees’ Old-Age Benefits Institution (EOBI) has released long-delayed pensions and dues following a directive from the Federal Ombudsman.
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Shehbaz Sharif vows to boost ties with Japan
Islamabad, August 27, 2025 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday reiterated Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to strengthening diplomatic, economic, and trade ties with Japan, underscoring the government’s resolve to create a secure and business-friendly environment for foreign investors.
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Jazz pledges Rs100m for flood relief and recovery
Islamabad, August 26, 2025 – Jazz, Pakistan’s premier digital operator, in collaboration with JazzCash and Mobilink Bank, has announced a pledge of Rs100 million to support flood relief and rehabilitation efforts across the country.
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PM Shehbaz formally launches NEV Policy 2025-30
Islamabad, August 26, 2025 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday formally unveiled Pakistan’s New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Policy 2025-30, marking a significant milestone in the country’s transition toward sustainable transport, industrial modernization, and climate resilience.
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