Senate committee asks Interior Ministry to send pension summary to Prime Minister within three days and resolve pending benefits on humanitarian grounds.
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Petrol price cut marginally, but HSD becomes costlier for Aug 13
Petrol falls by Rs0.94 per litre as lower global oil prices provide limited relief, while a higher levy pushes the HSD price up by Rs0.54.
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PM launches National Youth Employment Policy with women, startup quotas
New policy introduces a 35% women’s labour quota and 10% annual startup quota to expand jobs and opportunities for Pakistan’s youth.
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Pakistan condemns Houthi attack on Red Sea vessel that killed three nationals
Islamabad seeks details of the attack and directs its Riyadh embassy to facilitate repatriation of the deceased and support the injured Pakistani national.
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Government cuts petrol price but raises petroleum levy on HSD
Petrol becomes cheaper by Rs1.70 per litre, while a Rs2 increase in the HSD petroleum levy pushes up the diesel price.
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Dealers announce petrol pump closure from August 15
Dealers issue 72-hour ultimatum over 8% petrol margin as transporters’ strike adds pressure on fuel supply
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Federal Cabinet approves National Housing Policy 2026
New framework sets strategic direction for affordable housing, urban development and climate-resilient construction after 25 years.
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Sindh declares public holiday on Friday
Provincial government announces holiday across Sindh to mark Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day.
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Islamabad police arrest two car lifters, recover 5 stolen vehicles
Islamabad police recover vehicles worth Rs6.7 million in crackdown against an active car-lifting gang.
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Natural disasters cause $3bn in damages in Pakistan during 2025-26
A devastating 2025 flash flood accounted for almost all reported financial losses, while disasters claimed 1,170 lives and affected nearly 6.9 million people.
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