The Supreme Court of Pakistan has declared illegal the Sindh High Court’s order to block a citizen’s Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) to enforce a court judgment, ruling that depriving a person of their CNIC infringes on the fundamental right to life.
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Karachi remains integral to Sindh as Assembly rejects divisive separation attempts
The Provincial Assembly of Sindh on Saturday unanimously passed a resolution opposing any attempt to divide Sindh or carve out Karachi as a separate province, affirming the province’s territorial integrity and historical significance.
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Pakistan records sharp weekly inflation increase as Ramazan begins
Karachi, February 20, 2026 – Pakistan has witnessed a sharp rise in weekly inflation for the week ended February 19, 2026, impacting the daily expenses of citizens just as the holy month of Ramazan begins.
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Leghari directs all net metering applications before Feb 8 be processed immediately
Islamabad, February 19, 2026 – Federal Minister for Power, Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari, on Thursday directed all electricity distribution companies, including K-Electric, to process net metering applications submitted up to February 8 under the previous regulations.
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SBP notifies bank timings for Ramazan 2026
Karachi, February 18, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Wednesday announced the official bank timings for Ramazan 2026, starting from February 19, 2026. The revised timings are designed to accommodate the observance of the holy month while ensuring smooth banking operations across the country.
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Minister directs DISCOs to ensure uninterrupted electricity during Ramazan
Islamabad — Federal Minister for Power Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari on Tuesday directed all power distribution companies (DISCOs), including K-Electric, to guarantee uninterrupted electricity supply during Sehri and Iftar in the holy month of Ramazan.
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NA committee approves power division budget proposals for 2026-27
Islamabad, February 18, 2026 — The Standing Committee of the National Assembly on Power Division has approved budgetary proposals for the fiscal year 2026–27, aiming to strengthen Pakistan’s power sector and ensure timely completion of ongoing projects.
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Pakistan expects pleasant weather during holy month of Ramazan: NDMA
Islamabad, February 17, 2026 – The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) of Pakistan has forecast generally pleasant weather across the country during the holy month of Ramazan, with daytime temperatures expected to rise gradually while nights remain relatively cool. The authority emphasized that residents and institutions should stay updated on weather alerts to ensure safety during the month.
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SBP announces bank holiday for Zakat deduction 2026
Karachi, February 17, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Tuesday announced that all banks will remain closed for public dealing on the first day of Ramadan 1447 A.H. for the purpose of Zakat deduction 2026.
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Nisab of Zakat 2026 Fixed at Rs503,529 for Bank Deductions
Karachi, February 17, 2026 — The Government of Pakistan has officially fixed the Nisab of Zakat for 2026 at Rs503,529, setting the minimum threshold for compulsory Zakat deduction by commercial banks.
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