Karachi, October 18, 2025 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has released a critical report titled “Managing Irrigation Water amid Climate Stress and Regional Uncertainty,” warning that Pakistan’s irrigation system is under unprecedented stress from water scarcity, inefficient canal operations, and growing climate and geopolitical challenges.
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Weekly inflation rises 0.49% amid tomato price surge
Islamabad, October 17, 2025 – The weekly inflation rate in Pakistan, measured through the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI), increased by 0.49% over the previous week, mainly driven by a sharp rise in tomato prices, according to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) on Friday.
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PM Shehbaz urges joint efforts for food security
Islamabad, October 16, 2025 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has urged both national and international collaboration to ensure food security and universal access to adequate, nutritious, and safe food amid the growing threat of climate change.
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Govt cuts petrol price by Rs5.66 per liter from tonight
Islamabad, October 15, 2025 — In a move aimed at providing economic relief to the public, the government on Wednesday reduced the petrol price by Rs5.66 per liter for the second half of October 2025. The new prices, effective from October 16, were announced by the Finance Division after approval from the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) and other concerned ministries.
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Check out petroleum prices for 2nd half of October 2025
Islamabad, October 15, 2025 – Pakistani consumers are likely to receive some much-needed relief at the fuel pump as petroleum prices are expected to decline significantly in the second half of October 2025.
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SBP launches digital financing platform to empower farmers
Karachi, October 14, 2025 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has launched the National Subsistence Farmers Support Initiative (NSFSI) under the Risk Coverage Scheme for Small Farmers and Underserved Areas, aiming to enhance access to agricultural credit for small and marginalized farmers.
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Pakistan set to cut petroleum prices sharply from Oct 16
Islamabad, October 14, 2025 – Pakistan is expected to announce a major reduction in petroleum prices for the next fortnight, starting from October 16, 2025. The expected downward revision comes amid falling international oil rates and currency stability, offering relief to consumers across the country.
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Sindh imposes Section 144 to maintain law and order
Karachi, October 12, 2025 – The Sindh government has announced the imposition of Section 144 across the province for one month, banning all forms of protests, rallies, demonstrations, and sit-ins in an effort to maintain peace and public safety.
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Cabinet ratifies Pakistan-Saudi Arabia strategic defence pact
Islamabad, October 10, 2025 — The federal cabinet on Thursday formally ratified the Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral ties and regional security cooperation.
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High food prices push weekly inflation up in Pakistan
Islamabad, October 10, 2025 — The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) has reported a slight increase in weekly inflation, primarily driven by rising food prices across the country.
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