BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s weekly inflation rose 0.47% during the week ended May 14, driven by sharp increases in fuel, tomato and wheat flour prices, according to the latest data of Pakistan Bureau of Statistics. The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) reported that the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) for the …
Read More »Predominantly hot & dry weather this week
BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast mainly hot and dry weather across most parts of the country in the three days with chances of isolated rain-wind and thunderstorms in northern regions. According to the latest weather outlook, most plain areas are expected to remain under intense …
Read More »Pakistan’s quiet solar revolution reshapes energy consumption
Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Quiet Solar Revolution accelerates as households and businesses adopt solar energy rapidly. Millions install panels amid rising electricity tariffs, frequent outages, and economic pressure nationwide. The shift reduces reliance on the national grid while creating a decentralized power system across urban and rural areas. Pakistan is …
Read More »Pakistan braces for heatwave, rainstorms in northern areas
BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Meteorological Department on Monday forecast mainly hot and dry weather across most parts of the country, with extremely high temperatures expected in Sindh and southern Balochistan, while isolated rain and thunderstorms may hit upper regions during the next 24 hours. According to the Met Office, very …
Read More »Heatwave grips Pakistan as temperatures soar to 46°C
BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: Mainly hot and dry weather is expected across most parts of Pakistan, while severe heatwave conditions are likely to persist in south Punjab, upper Sindh, and eastern and southern Balochistan, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). The Met Office said isolated areas of upper Punjab, upper …
Read More »FBR seals Tehzeeb over tax irregularities
Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) temporarily sealed the Blue Area branch of Tehzeeb Bakers in Islamabad during an enforcement action linked to alleged tax compliance and invoicing irregularities, according to media reports and officials familiar with the matter. The action was reportedly taken as part of …
Read More »Weekly inflation rises on higher food, fuel prices
Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s short-term inflation, measured through the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI), increased by 0.79 percent during the week ended May 7, 2026, mainly due to a sharp rise in the prices of chicken, fuel, and essential food items, according to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics …
Read More »Heatwave peaks at 46°C, rain expected in parts
BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is likely to witness mainly hot and dry weather on Monday, with southern regions facing extreme heat as temperatures reached as high as 46°C, according to the latest forecast. The Pakistan Meteorological Department said most parts of the country will remain under hot and dry conditions, …
Read More »Pakistan records 47°C as heatwave persists
Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s southern districts recorded the highest temperature of 47°C, with Sakrand, Shaheed Benazirabad, and Dadu emerging as the hottest areas, as intense heatwave conditions continued across much of the country. According to the latest weather outlook, most regions are expected to experience hot and dry conditions, while …
Read More »Inflation Jumps to 10.9% in April 2026
Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Consumer prices surged sharply in April 2026, with Pakistan’s inflation accelerating to 10.9% year-on-year, reflecting mounting pressure on households amid rising fuel and food costs. The latest data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics shows inflation increased significantly from 7.3% recorded in March 2026 and just …
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