5 h. ago Pesticide delays threaten cotton and rice crops, warns crop body

The Pakistan Crop Protection Association (PCPA) has raised serious concerns over delays in pesticide registration and import approvals, warning that these issues could severely impact farmers during crucial cropping seasons. In a letter sent to the Ministry of National Food Security and Research, PCPA Executive Director Muhammad Sarwar Rahi stated that ongoing delays at the […]

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9 h. ago OPEC+ boosts oil output by 548,000 barrels per day for august

OPEC+ has agreed to raise oil production by 548,000 barrels per day (bpd) in August, accelerating its output hike plan as global markets remain tight. The move follows recent geopolitical tensions and reflects efforts to stabilize fuel prices amid increased global demand. This is the largest monthly hike so far this year, up from 411,000 […]

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31 h. ago OPEC+ speeds up oil production: 548,000 barrels per day added for august

OPEC+ has decided to increase oil production by 548,000 barrels per day (bpd) in August. The move comes after recent market disruptions caused by U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran. This is OPEC+’s first meeting since those events and reflects a major shift in their strategy. The group, which includes Saudi Arabia, Russia, and six […]

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46 h. ago Muharram security tightened; Karachi faces mobile, internet shutdown

As part of heightened security arrangements for the 8th of Muharram, mobile phone and internet services have been partially suspended in various parts of Karachi, causing significant inconvenience to the city’s residents on Friday. The disruptions began early Friday and are expected to continue throughout the day, especially in areas designated as sensitive during the […]

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54 h. ago  US sanctions firms in Pakistan, India over Iranian oil trade links

The United States has imposed sanctions on six companies and multiple vessels for helping Iran sell and transport oil and petrochemical products. The blacklisted firms include those based in Pakistan, India, the UAE, and Panama. Washington says this step is part of its broader effort to apply economic pressure on Tehran and block its oil […]

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57 h. ago US targets Iran’s oil trade and Hezbollah in new round of sanctions

The United States has imposed fresh sanctions on a network accused of smuggling Iranian oil disguised as Iraqi oil and targeting a Hezbollah-linked financial institution. The Treasury Department announced these actions on Thursday, aiming to cut off key revenue sources fueling Iran’s regional influence and militant support. According to officials, the sanctioned network is operated […]

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57 h. ago Oil prices hold steady amid strong US jobs data and tariff uncertainty

Oil prices remained largely unchanged on Friday as fresh U.S. employment data supported expectations that the Federal Reserve may hold interest rates steady. Meanwhile, uncertainty over President Donald Trump’s upcoming tariff announcements kept investors cautious. Brent crude futures edged up by just 1 cent, trading at $68.81 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) […]

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3 d. ago U.S. cracks down on Iran’s oil trade network and Hezbollah’s financiers

The United States has announced new sanctions on a business network involved in Iranian oil trade and a Hezbollah-linked financial group. The U.S. Treasury Department confirmed these actions are part of efforts to increase pressure on Iran’s economy and Hezbollah’s financial system. These sanctions aim to cut off illegal financial sources funding terrorism and instability. […]

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3 d. ago Microsoft’s Pakistan Shutdown sparks debate on regulatory environment

ISLAMABAD – Microsoft shut down its operations in Pakistan after 2.5 decades amid growing economic and regulatory challenges in South

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4 d. ago Pakistan joins fossil fuel treaty, faces scrutiny over coal and gas projects

In a bold move, Pakistan has become the first South Asian country to join the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty (FFNPT), aligning itself with climate-vulnerable nations advocating for a global shift away from coal, oil, and gas. The treaty aims to stop the expansion of fossil fuels and help countries transition through financial aid and international […]

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4 d. ago Oil prices remain flat as OPEC+ supply boost, dollar weakness balance outlook

Oil prices remained mostly flat on Wednesday as traders weighed rising supply expectations from OPEC+ against a weakening U.S. dollar and mixed economic indicators. Market sentiment remains cautious amid global demand uncertainty. Brent crude edged up just 2 cents to $67.13 a barrel by 0345 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) slipped 1 cent […]

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4 d. ago Aid cuts threaten Ukraine’s lifeline as war and humanitarian needs persist

Ukraine faces growing challenges as key humanitarian aid from the US and Europe shrinks amid the ongoing conflict with Russia. The country, once the largest recipient of US foreign aid after the 2022 invasion, now struggles with reduced funding for vital services. Teenager Nazar from the eastern village of Nikopol depends on international aid for […]

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5 d. ago India chemical factory blast kills 36, triggers shutdown of Sigachi plant

At least 36 people have died and 36 others were injured after a massive fire broke out at a Sigachi Industries chemical factory in Telangana, India, following a powerful explosion. The incident occurred on Monday and has left the facility in ruins, according to emergency officials. GV Narayana Rao, Director of the Telangana Fire Disaster […]

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5 d. ago Fuel prices hiked in UAE for july, petrol and diesel become costlier

The United Arab Emirates has announced new fuel prices for July, increasing the cost of both petrol and diesel. The Fuel Price Committee confirmed that the new rates have taken effect from July 1, 2025. This monthly revision reflects global oil trends and aims to adjust domestic prices accordingly. According to Geo News, the price […]

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5 d. ago Petrol price increased by Rs8.36 per litre for next fortnight

ISLAMABAD: The federal government on Monday announced an increase in the petrol price by Rs8.36 per litre for the next fortnight starting July 1. Earlier, on June 16, 2025, petrol became Rs4.80 more expensive per litre, while high-speed diesel went up by Rs7.95 per litre. International oil prices edged down on Monday as investors weighed […]

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6 d. ago Big cut in LPG Rates in Pakistan ahead of July Petrol Price Review

ISLAMABAD – Relief for masses as Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) announced drop in price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas

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6 d. ago OGRA hikes gas prices for industries and power sector, no change for domestic users

ISLAMABAD – The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has issued a notification announcing an increase in gas prices for several sectors, effective from July 1, 2025. However, domestic consumers have been spared from the price hike, with only a rise in fixed monthly charges. According to OGRA’s spokesperson, the revised gas rates will not […]

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6 d. ago 50pc hike in fixed gas charges notified for domestic consumers

The government on Sunday notified a 50 per cent increase in fixed gas charges for domestic consumers, according to a notification from the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra). On Friday, the federal cabinet’s Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) approved the hike in fixed gas charges for all consumers from July 1. The ECC decided to […]

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7 d. ago Thousands in sinking Tuvalu apply for Australia’s landmark climate visa

SYDNEY – More than one-third of Tuvalu’s population has applied for Australia’s new climate visa, as rising sea levels continue to threaten the tiny Pacific island nation’s survival. According to Tuvalu’s ambassador to the United Nations, Tapugao Falefou, over 1,100 individuals have registered since the visa program opened, with family members pushing the total number […]

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7 d. ago Farmers threaten to halt wheat and cotton cultivation over rising costs

LAHORE – President of Pakistan Kisan Ittehad, Khalid Mahmood Khokhar, announced that farmers will not grow wheat and cotton next year due to unbearable production costs and government neglect. Speaking at a press conference on Saturday, Khokhar expressed deep frustration, saying, “We are clearly stating that wheat and cotton will not be cultivated next year.” […]

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