—Weekly inflation eases as fuel and key food prices decline, though annual inflation remains elevated at over 12%. Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: The Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) fell 0.69% week-on-week for the period ended April 16, 2026, reflecting a broad decline in fuel and essential food prices, according to data released …
Read More »NEPRA reviews March FCA Hike of Rs 0.266
–NEPRA will review a Rs0.2660 per kilowatt-hour fuel charge adjustment request, affecting electricity bills nationwide and reflecting March 2026 generation costs for consumers and industries across Pakistan BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority, known as NEPRA, will hold a public hearing on April 28, 2026, in Islamabad …
Read More »NDMA issues alert for rain, hail nationwide
–NDMA has warned of rain, hailstorms, and snowfall in parts of the country from April 18 to 23, urging authorities and citizens to take precautionary measures Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: The National Disaster Management Authority has issued a weather alert forecasting rain and hailstorms across multiple regions of Pakistan between April …
Read More »Islamabad tightens security, shuts transport
–Islamabad and Rawalpindi authorities have tightened security and suspended transport services ahead of a possible second round of Iran-US ceasefire talks BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: Authorities in Islamabad have decided to enforce heightened security measures in preparation for a second round of negotiations between Iran and the United States over a …
Read More »Aurangzeb leaves for IMF, World Bank meetings
–FM departed for the United States to attend IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings, aiming to advance Pakistan’s reform agenda and secure investor confidence Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb left for the United States to participate in the annual Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the …
Read More »Govt cuts fuel prices sharply
–PM Shehbaz Sharif announced a major cut in petroleum prices, reducing diesel by Rs135 and petrol by Rs12 per litre to pass on relief from falling global oil prices Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday announced a significant reduction in petroleum product prices, citing a decline in …
Read More »Pakistan grants 2,800 visas for Baisakhi
–Over 2,800 visas issued to Indian Sikh pilgrims for Baisakhi 2026, enabling visits to key religious sites amid continued bilateral tensions BeNewz Report New Delhi: Pakistan has issued more than 2,800 visas to Indian Sikh pilgrims for Baisakhi celebrations beginning April 10, marking a key religious exchange despite strained ties …
Read More »Pakistan announces Iran-US ceasefire breakthrough
–Pakistan says Iran, US agree to immediate ceasefire, invites talks in Islamabad on April 10 to pursue lasting peace deal Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Thursday said Iran and the United States have agreed to an immediate and comprehensive ceasefire, marking a significant diplomatic development amid prolonged regional tensions. Prime …
Read More »PSL 11 shifts to Karachi after Lahore leg ends
Multan Sultans lead standings as tournament resumes in Karachi after rest day Abdullah Zahid LAHORE: The Pakistan Super League season 11 paused on April 7 after completing its Lahore leg, with matches set to resume in Karachi from April 8 following a scheduled rest day. The first phase concluded at …
Read More »More rain: PMD warns heavy downpours
–Intermittent rains continue nationwide with heavy showers and hail forecast in several regions, while authorities rule out major flood risks in Sindh BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: Intermittent rainfall continued across Pakistan on Tuesday as the Pakistan Meteorological Department forecast heavy downpours and isolated hailstorms in multiple regions, including Islamabad and upper …
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