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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ECP directs political parties to file FY25 financial statements
Islamabad, August 26, 2025 – The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has issued a formal directive requiring all registered political parties to submit their audited financial statements for the fiscal year 2024–25 by August 29, 2025.
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Islamabad cracks down on price hike in Bani Gala
Islamabad, August 25, 2025 – Authorities in Islamabad have arrested five shopkeepers in Bani Gala during a surprise inspection aimed at curbing profiteering and enforcing official pricing regulations.
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Govt to clear Rs27bn dues for USC, NA committee informed
Islamabad, August 25, 2025 – The federal government has announced that it will release the outstanding dues of Utility Stores Corporation (USC) amounting to Rs27 billion in two phases, ensuring timely settlement of payments to employees and vendors. This decision was shared during a detailed session of the National Assembly Standing Committee on Privatization, which convened on Monday under the chairmanship of Muhammad Farooq Sattar.
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