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The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PDMA) forecasts strong winds and rainfall in certain areas of Punjab.

Published

2 weeks ago

Farwa

From today till April 29, there is a possibility of strong winds, thunderstorms, and hail occurring in certain areas of Punjab.

As per a representative from the PDMA, DG PDMA Irfan Ali Kathia has given directives to the Deputy Commissioners around the province to stay vigilant.

Kathia advised that the relevant departments should remain vigilant in order to effectively handle any potential emergency situation.

All district emergency operation centres, as well as the provincial control room, have been notified.

The PDMA control room is continuously monitored around the clock. According to him, Rescue 1122 and other rescue services should ensure that their machinery and staff remain vigilant.

DG Irfan Ali Kathia emphasised the importance of citizens exercising caution and maintaining a safe distance from electric poles and dangling wires.

Seek shelter in secure locations to minimise the risk of being struck by lightning. Avoid being exposed to the elements during thunderstorms and inclement weather.

He emphasised the importance of exercising caution with children and preventing them from accessing water that accumulates in low-lying regions. Additionally, he advised individuals to refrain from nonessential travel and to drive at a reduced speed.

Pakistan is experiencing atypical precipitation patterns as a result of climate change. Individuals can contact PDMA’s helpline at 1129 to for assistance.

Business

Pakistan’s gold prices continue to decline.

Published

3 days ago

Farwa

The price of ten grams of 24 carat gold dropped by Rs 1,201 to Rs 205,418 from Rs 206,619, while the price of ten grams of 22 carat gold dropped to Rs 188,300 from Rs 189,400, according to the All Sindh Sarafa Jewellers Association.

Silver, priced at Rs. 2,620 per tola and Rs. 2,254.80 per ten grams, stayed at that level. As reported by the organization, the price of gold dropped by $11 on the global market, to $2,297 from $2,308.

Business

Price of LPG “slashed” by Rs. 20 per kilogram

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3 days ago

Farwa

Sources claim that LPG rates have been lowered by Rs 20, making the cost per kilogram drop from Rs 280 to Rs 260.

It is noteworthy to remark that the costs of LPG were reduced by Rs 20 per kilogram earlier, resulting in a total reduction of Rs 40 per kilogram within a few weeks.

The price of liquefied petroleum gas for the month of May 2024 was lowered by the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) on April 30.

The LPG tariffs were lowered by Rs 11.88 to Rs 238.46 per kilogram in accordance with the OGRA’s notice. On Wednesday, May 1, 2024, the new rates will go into effect.

In April of last year, the price per kilogram of LPG was Rs 250.34. pricing reduction of Rs 140.18 has resulted in a new pricing for home LPG cylinders set for May 2024 of Rs 2813.85.

The OGRA reported a drop in liquefied petroleum gas pricing in April. The price of LPG is now Rs 250.34 per kg instead of Rs 256.78 due to a reduction of Rs 6.44 per kg.

The price of the household cylinder was fixed at Rs 2954.03 for the month of April, down from Rs 3030.12, a decrease of Rs 76.9.

Business

ADB delegation stops by FBR headquarters

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3 days ago

Farwa

Senior Director ADB Tariq Niazi oversaw the expedition, which also involved Sana Masood, Farzana Noshab, and Senior Public Sector Management Specialist Laisiasa Tora. The meeting included presentations from economists as well, according to an FBR press release.

The officers focused on structural and policy adjustments as they discussed the Domestic Resource Mobilization Program’s implementation at the meeting.

$300 million was given to the Pakistani government by ADB in December 2023 as a result of the hard work and dedication of FBR. Better laws, regulations, and institutional capability for the FBR were established by Sub-Program I.

With the $300 million in funding provided by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to the Government of Pakistan in December 2023, the delegation conveyed satisfaction with the program’s effective launch.

The FBR also underlined how crucial digitization is to recording the economy and boosting productivity in a sustainable way.

In order to promote the Government of Pakistan’s Digital Tax Administration Project, both parties decided to look into measures to improve their cooperation.