Severe Weather Incoming: KP to Face Torrential Rains and Landslides This Week
The Met Office issued a weather alert for widespread heavy rainfall across most districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from July 5 to July 11.
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Pakistan’s Exports Surge 4.67% to $32.1 Billion in FY2025
The exports from the country increased by 4.67 percent during the fiscal year 2024-25 as compared to previous year, Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) reported.
No More Electricity Duty in Bills: Govt Announces Big Relief
Federal Minister for Power Division Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari has written letters to all Chief Ministers (CMs) about the decision to discontinue the collection of Electricity Duty through electricity bills starting from July 2025.
Pakistan Reviews Strategic Progress of Electric Vehicle Policy 2025–30
The Government is fully committed to establishing a green and sustainable transport infrastructure,” stated Haroon Akhtar Khan, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production. “The new Electric Vehicle Policy aims to drive integrated progress—blending technological innovation, economic growth, and environmental responsibility to shape a cleaner and smarter future for Pakistan.
International Survey Reveals Pakistanis Support Actions to Address Climate Change
An international survey conducted across 17 total countries, including Pakistan, was commissioned by the Global Methane Hub to gauge public support for climate change solutions, particularly efforts to reduce methane pollution. In Pakistan, the survey was conducted in collaboration with LUMS.
Latest Car prices in Pakistan 2025
Car prices in Pakistan have surged in 2025 due to rising inflation, currency depreciation, and new tax policies. New tax measures introduced in the 2025–26 federal budget have pushed car prices higher, especially for vehicles between 1300cc and 1800cc. The removal of GST relief on hybrids has also made eco-friendly options less affordable.
Dasu Hydropower Project to Begin 4,320MW Power Generation by 2027
Power generation from 4,320MW Dasu Hydropower Project is expected to commence in 2027. It was informed to Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) Chairman Naveed Asghar Chaudhry during his visit to the project site.
Airlines Cancel Middle East Flights Amid Rising Tensions
Major global airlines extend flight cancellations to Persian Gulf, disrupting key hubs like Dubai after U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites and Tehran’s vow of retaliation.
PM urges to promoting cashless ecosystem in Pakistan
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was chairing a high-level meeting focused on promoting a cashless economy in Pakistan.
SECP Forms Panel to Improve Investor Onboarding in Capital Markets
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has constituted a Committee to evaluate the existing account opening process with the intermediaries in capital markets, identify pain points, recommend improvements in existing processes and regulatory framework to make the account opening process more time efficient and customer-friendly.