Starting today, July 19th, 2024, Pakistan Railways has implemented a strategic fare increase as part of its efforts to enhance service delivery and ensure the sustainability of the national railway network.
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Enhanced Security Ensured for Muharram, Commissioner Confirms
Commissioner Quetta, Hamza Shafqaat, has assured the public that extensive security arrangements have been established for the observance of Muharram, specifically on the 9th and 10th.
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Pakistan Raises Petroleum Prices for 2nd Half of July 2024
Islamabad, July 16, 2024 – The citizens of Pakistan are facing another increase in fuel costs as the government announced higher prices for petroleum products, effective July 16th. This hike is in response to the recent surge in global oil prices.
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Major Political Shakeup: Government Aims to Ban PTI
Islamabad, July 15, 2024 – The government on Monday announced its decision to move the Supreme Court of Pakistan to ban Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). This was disclosed by Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Attaullah Tarar, during a news conference in Islamabad.
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Pakistan Set to Review Petroleum Prices Amid Global Oil Surge
Islamabad, July 14, 2024 – Pakistan is scheduled to review petroleum prices for the second half of July on Monday, July 15, 2024, with new prices taking effect from July 16, 2024.
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Petroleum Prices Set to Rise in Pakistan from July 16th
Islamabad, July 13, 2024 – The citizens of Pakistan may be in for some unwelcome news at the pump as petrol and diesel prices are expected to rise significantly in the second half of July. Industry sources suggest an increase effective from July 16th, driven by rising global oil prices.
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President Approves Ad hoc Relief Allowance for Govt Employees
Islamabad, July 11, 2024 – The President of Pakistan has sanctioned an Ad hoc Relief Allowance for government employees, effective from July 1, 2024. This initiative, announced by the Finance Division, will benefit federal government employees, including Armed Forces personnel, Civil Armed Forces, Civil Employees, and civilians paid from defense estimates, encompassing contingent paid staff and contract employees.
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Latest Petroleum Prices in Pakistan as of July 11, 2024
As Citizens of Pakistan gear up for their daily commutes and travel plans, staying informed about the latest petroleum prices has become crucial.
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SBP Announces Bank Holidays for Ashura e Moharram
Karachi, July 10, 2024 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has officially declared bank holidays in observance of Ashura e Moharram. In a circular addressed to all banks, the SBP confirmed that it will remain closed on July 16th and 17th, 2024, corresponding to Tuesday and Wednesday, to mark the occasion of Ashura (9th and 10th Moharram 1446 A.H).
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PM Shehbaz Unveils Energy Subsidy for Low-Income Households
Islamabad, July 9, 2024 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on Tuesday a Rs50-billion energy subsidy package aimed at easing the financial burden on low-income households consuming less than 200 units of electricity.
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