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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Update on Nisab of Zakat 2026
Islamabad, February 17, 2026 — The Ministry of Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety on Tuesday issued an official statement regarding the determination and announcement of the Nisab of Zakat for the year 2026.
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New schedule of fixed charges on electricity bills announced
Islamabad, February 17, 2026 — The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has issued a revised schedule of fixed charges for domestic electricity consumers, introducing monthly fees across different consumption slabs in a move aimed at recovering Rs101 billion and curbing cross-subsidies estimated at Rs4.04 per unit (kWh).
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Tenants cannot challenge landlord ownership while occupying property, Supreme Court rules
Islamabad, February 16, 2026 – The Supreme Court of Pakistan has clarified that tenants cannot dispute the ownership rights of their landlords while continuing to occupy the property under a tenancy agreement.
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