(By Syed Hamza Shahnawaz) St. Patrick’s School brought festive cheer to life with its annual Christmas program, featuring a captivating theatrical rendition of Charles Dickens’ timeless classic, A Christmas Carol.
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Pakistan Revises Petroleum Prices for Final Fortnight of 2024
Islamabad, December 16, 2024 – Pakistan has announced a revision in petroleum prices for the final fortnight of the year 2024. According to a statement issued by the Finance Division, the price of petroleum-based petrol will remain unchanged at Rs252.10 per litre for the next two weeks. However, the government has reduced the prices of high-speed diesel (HSD), kerosene, and light diesel oil (LDO), providing some relief to consumers.
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PM Shehbaz Directs Further Reduction in Electricity Tariffs
Islamabad, December 13, 2024 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to take further steps in reducing electricity tariffs and to fast-track the implementation of plans for future power generation projects.
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Pakistan Announces Early Salary Disbursement for Christmas
Islamabad, December 11, 2024 – The government of Pakistan has announced the early disbursement of salaries and pensions for Christian citizens ahead of Christmas festivities. The measure aims to facilitate the Christian community in celebrating the occasion with ease and joy.
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Pakistan Blocks 80,000 SIMs for Spreading Fake News
Islamabad, December 11, 2024 – Pakistan has taken a significant step to curb the spread of misinformation by blocking approximately 80,000 mobile phone SIM cards used for disseminating fake news, Parliamentary Secretary for the Cabinet Division, Sajid Mehdi, announced in the National Assembly on Wednesday. This move comes as part of ongoing efforts to combat the growing concern surrounding the spread of false information through digital platforms.
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Latest Petrol and Diesel Prices in Pakistan as of December 9, 2024
As of December 9, 2024, the latest petrol and diesel prices in Pakistan remain unchanged from the adjustments made on December 1, 2024, and will stay in effect until December 15, 2024.
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Tobacco Industry Manipulation Threatens Public Health Progress
Experts at a stakeholder seminar on Sunday underscored the manipulative strategies employed by the tobacco industry, disguised as corporate initiatives, to shape public opinion and obstruct progress in public health.
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PM Shehbaz Lauds PCB’s Stance on ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has commended the steadfast position taken by Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi regarding the hosting of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan. During a meeting at the Prime Minister’s residence on Sunday, Naqvi briefed Shehbaz on recent developments concerning the prestigious tournament.
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PIA Set to Resume Flights to Europe After Four Years
KARACHI: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is poised to resume flights to Europe, marking its return to the region after a suspension of over four years. Starting January 10, 2025, the national carrier will operate twice-weekly flights between Islamabad and Paris on Boeing 777 aircraft. Ticket bookings will commence on December 7, 2024.
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Weekly Inflation in Pakistan Decreases by 0.34%
Islamabad, December 6, 2024 – The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) reported on Friday that weekly inflation, measured by the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI), declined by 0.34% for the week ending December 5, 2024, compared to the previous week.
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