66 h. ago New High: Gold prices hit Rs363,000 per Tola in Pakistan amid Global surge

KARACHI – Gold shines brighter than ever in Pakistan as yellow metal set new record, touching Rs363,000 mark in Pakistan

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3 d. ago IMF rejection halts Pakistan’s $6 billion refinery upgrade plans

Pakistan’s plans to upgrade its oil refineries hit a roadblock after the IMF rejected key government proposals linked to tax relief. The proposals were designed to support $6 billion in investment aimed at producing cleaner, Euro-V standard fuels. This decision has stalled the upgrade projects, according to officials from the Petroleum Division. The government had […]

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4 d. ago Blistering heat wave grips Pakistan, temperatures soar above 48°C

LAHORE: A severe heatwave continues to scorch much of Pakistan, with temperatures reaching alarming levels across the country. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), the heatwave is expected to persist until Thursday, June 13, with temperatures in many areas remaining 4 to 7°C above the seasonal average. Citizens are urged to avoid direct sunlight, […]

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4 d. ago Heatwaves to subside as significant rains likely in Pakistan till June 16

ISLAMABAD – Severe heatwave conditions will subside as intermittent rains and windstorms are predicted in upper and central parts of

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4 d. ago Weather update: Heatwave grips Pakistan, temperatures soar to 48°C in Cholistan

ISLAMABAD – A severe heatwave engulfed several parts of Pakistan as the temperatures soared across the country, particularly in desert

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4 d. ago Severe heatwave hits Pakistan: Temperatures soar to 48°C in Cholistan and 46°C in Sibi

Severe heat has engulfed many parts of Pakistan, with temperatures rising sharply across the country. According to the Meteorological Department, the Cholistan Desert is experiencing extreme heat, where temperatures are reaching up to 48 degrees Celsius. Locals report that water reserves have dried up, causing serious problems for livestock. The intense heat has led to […]

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5 d. ago Severe heatwave scorches Pakistan, temperatures soar past 50°C

A persistent and severe heatwave continues to engulf large swathes of Pakistan, with temperatures soaring to alarming levels across the country. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), the ongoing heatwave is expected to persist until Thursday, June 13, with temperatures in many regions remaining significantly above seasonal norms. The PMD reports that temperatures in […]

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5 d. ago Bhakkar sizzles at 49°C, Lahore at 46°C as heatwaves persist in Punjab

LAHORE – Bhakkar sizzled at 49°C as severe heatwaves persisted in Punjab on Wednesday. In Lahore, the maximum temperature reached

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5 d. ago Dera Ismail Khan sizzles at 49°C as heatwaves prevail in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

PESHAWAR – Dera Ismail Khan sizzled at 49°C as severe heatwaves continued to prevail in the plains of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

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6 d. ago Lahore sizzles at 46°C as severe heatwaves persist in Punjab

LAHORE – Bhakkar sizzled at 50°C as severe heatwaves prevailed across Punjab on Tuesday. Lahore experiences the hottest day of

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6 d. ago Islamabad, Pakistan weather: Severe heatwaves to persist till Thursday

ISLAMABAD – Severe heatwaves will likely persist in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and most parts of Pakistan on Wednesday and Thursday. Experts

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6 d. ago Scorching heatwave grips Punjab until june 12, authorities warn of severe health risks

Punjab is currently facing a severe heatwave, which is expected to last until at least June 12, according to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA). Temperatures in many cities are 4 to 7°C above normal, creating dangerous conditions for residents. The city of Sargodha recorded the highest temperature on Monday, hitting a scorching 47°C. Major […]

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7 d. ago Pakistan’s power capacity reaches 46,605 MW, but idle plants push cost burden on consumers

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s electricity generation capacity has hit a new high of 46,605 megawatts during the current fiscal year, but the rise is adding financial pressure on consumers due to payments to idle power plants. According to the Economic Survey 2024–25, the country’s total installed capacity grew by 1.6% compared to the same period last […]

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1 week ago PSX pulls back slightly after historic surge, investors eye upcoming budget

KARACHI – After hitting an all-time high on Wednesday, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) took a breather on Thursday, with the KSE-100 Index closing down by 157.86 points, or 0.13 percent. The market saw mixed trading as investors booked profits and awaited clarity on the upcoming federal budget. The index opened on a weak note, […]

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1 week ago Extreme heatwave alert Issued for eid holidays across Pakistan

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a severe heatwave alert expected to impact most parts of the country during the upcoming Eid ul Adha holidays. A strong high-pressure system is predicted to form over Pakistan starting June 7, causing temperatures to rise sharply from June 8 onwards. According to PMD, daytime temperatures could soar […]

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1 week ago Pakistan’s crypto vision hits white house: Bilal bin Saqib meets Trump’s digital asset team

Pakistan’s Minister of State for Crypto and Blockchain, Bilal Bin Saqib, recently visited the White House for high-level talks. He met with Robert ‘Bo’ Hines, Executive Director of President Trump’s Council on Digital Assets. Both sides discussed working together on digital asset policy, Bitcoin integration, and the future of decentralized finance. They also explored building […]

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2 w. ago Under scorching heat, over a million pilgrims gather in Makkah for hajj 2025

MAKKAH — More than 1.3 million Muslim pilgrims have arrived in Makkah ahead of the annual Hajj pilgrimage, braving extreme desert heat as Saudi authorities intensify efforts to ensure a safe and orderly experience. The pilgrimage officially begins on Wednesday, with temperatures expected to soar beyond 40°C (104°F) this week. To prevent a repeat of […]

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2 w. ago Haris hits unbeaten ton as Pakistan whitewash Bangladesh in T20I series

Mohammad Haris hit an unbeaten ton as Pakistan defeated Bangladesh by seven wickets in the third and final game of the PAK vs BAN T20I series at Gaddafi Stadium on Sunday. Chasing 197, Pakistan achieved the target in 17.1 overs, with seven wickets in hand and 16 balls to spare. With the victory in the […]

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2 w. ago Indian attacks fail to shake Pakistan’s economy, foreign investment hits new highs

Pakistan’s economy continues to show remarkable resilience as foreign investment flows increase significantly, even amid heightened tensions and hostile rhetoric from India. According to recent reports, several countries have boosted their direct investments in Pakistan, supported by collaboration with the Sindh Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), leading to a notable rise in foreign capital entering the […]

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2 w. ago Authorities issue heatwave and flood warnings as temperatures soar

LAHORE: Amid soaring temperatures nearing 50 degrees Celsius and early monsoon rains, authorities have issued multiple advisories urging emergency preparedness across several regions. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) announced a five-day heatwave alert for Punjab, with southern districts including Dera Ghazi Khan, Bahawalpur, Rahim Yar Khan, Rajanpur, and Multan under a “Heatwave Emergency.” Central Punjab […]

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