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BISP’s Sahulat Account Payment System to Roll Out on August 13

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BISP’s Sahulat Account Payment System to Roll Out on August 13

The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) will launch the pilot phase of its new Sahulat Accounts—a direct bank account payment system—on August 13, 2025. Initially, enrollment will take place in major districts including Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Quetta, Peshawar, Muzaffarabad, Gilgit and Muzaffargarh.

Under this initiative, beneficiaries will open zero-fee limited-mandate accounts to receive cash disbursements via RAAST/IBFT into bank accounts of their choice. The system aims to move beneficiaries away from traditional cash transfers toward a more secure, dignified digital method, with support from the World Bank and FCDO. Staff training, dedicated coordination teams, and 24/7 complaint resolution mechanisms will ensure smooth implementation.

BISP piloting direct bank disbursement system, launching Sahulat Accounts on August 13, zero-fee limited mandate accounts in seven districts, aims for secure, dignified social assistance delivery
BISP Sahulat Accounts, direct bank disbursement, financial inclusion Pakistan

Gold Prices Rise Again in Pakistan Following Saturday’s Huge Surge

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Gold Prices Rise Again in Pakistan Following Saturday’s Huge Surge

The local price of 24-karat gold rose by Rs. 500 per tola on Monday, reaching Rs. 359,500 after a massive Rs. 6,100 jump on Saturday. Ten‑gram 24K rates climbed to Rs. 308,213 (up Rs. 429), while 22K increased to Rs. 282,529. Silver rates held steady.

Gold price in Pakistan rose again, adding Rs 500 per tola on Monday to reach Rs 359,500, following a staggering Rs 6,100 jump on Saturday. Ten‑gram 24K climbed to Rs 308,213 and 22K to Rs 282,529. Silver rates remained unchanged.
gold, Pakistan economy, commodities

Punjab to Convert All Stations of Orange Line Train to Solar Power

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Punjab to Convert All Stations of Orange Line Train to Solar Power

The Punjab government has approved the installation of a 1.6 MW solar power plant dedicated to Orange Line train operations. This facility will supply electricity to all 26 stations—elevated and underground—for escalators, lighting, and other needs. Expected savings amount to several crores of rupees per month in subsidies.

Phase 1 of the solarisation project is underway following final agreements, with panels being deployed across depots, stabling yards, and stations. The initiative is estimated to save over Rs 3 billion annually.

New 1.6 MW solar plant powering all Orange Line train stations will reduce energy costs and subsidy burden; installation underway across stations and cleaner depot infrastructure.
green-energy, mass-transit, Punjab-development

FBR Introduces Strict Eligibility Rules on Property and Car Purchases for Ineligible Persons

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FBR Introduces Strict Eligibility Rules on Property and Car Purchases for Ineligible Persons

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has enacted Section 114C under the Finance Act 2025, redefining eligibility for high‑value economic transactions. Individuals failing to declare sufficient income assets or file preceding tax returns are deemed “ineligible persons.” Starting from July 1, they are barred from purchasing vehicles over Rs 7 million, property above Rs 100 million, and investments over Rs 50 million.

Non‑eligible individuals will also be prohibited from cash withdrawals exceeding Rs 100 million and account operations beyond basic Asaan accounts—all to curb undeclared wealth and boost tax compliance.

New rules block ineligible persons from buying expensive vehicles, high‑value property, or making large investments without proof of declared wealth.
income‑tax, asset‑transactions, tax‑compliance

Pakistan Opens Up Ferry Travel Routes to UAE and Iran

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Pakistan Opens Up Ferry Travel Routes to UAE and Iran

Pakistan’s Ministry of Maritime Affairs has approved its first international ferry service license, permitting operator Sea Keepers to launch routes from Karachi and Gwadar to Iran and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations. Initial operations will focus on religious pilgrims, workers, and tourists, offering a safe, affordable alternative to air and land travel.

The initiative marks a strategic step in promoting the blue economy, boosting regional connectivity, and overcoming limitations of traditional transportation routes. Operations will expand over time based on demand and bilateral agreements.

New ferry service linking Pakistan with Iran and GCC countries launched—routes from Karachi and Gwadar to enhance affordable regional travel for pilgrims, workers, and tourists via sea.
Focus keyphrase: Pakistan ferry service to UAE Iran
ferry‑travel, regional‑connectivity, blue‑economy

Islamabad Faces Five‑Hour Electricity Suspension on Tuesday: IESCO Schedule Issued

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Islamabad Faces Five‑Hour Electricity Suspension on Tuesday: IESCO Schedule Issued

The Islamabad Electric Supply Company has announced a scheduled electricity suspension for August 5 (Tuesday), affecting multiple sectors in Islamabad for up to five hours. The outage, part of routine maintenance, is planned to support grid reliability and infrastructure upgrades across the capital.

New five‑hour outage affects Islamabad sectors on Tuesday, August 5, due to planned maintenance by IESCO. Residents should prepare for power disruption during that period as part of essential service improvements.
electricity‑outage, Islamabad‑maintenance, IESCO‑schedule

Sindh Government Pushes Deadline for Ajrak-Style Number Plates to October 31, 2025

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Sindh Government Pushes Deadline for Ajrak-Style Number Plates to October 31, 2025

The Sindh government has extended the deadline for mandatory installation of Ajrak-design security-enhanced vehicle number plates from August 14 to October 31, 2025. The plates, readable by Safe City surveillance systems and featuring holograms, barcodes, and threads, are intended to boost crime prevention province-wide.

New Ajrak‑themed number plates with advanced security features must now be installed by October 31, 2025, following an extension from the previous August 14 deadline. The plates support Safe City camera systems province‑wide and enforcement will be consistent across Sindh.
identity-security, traffic-policy, Ajrak-number‑plates

Food Authority Shuts Down Fake Soft Drinks Factory

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Food Authority Shuts Down Fake Soft Drinks Factory

Authorities in Quetta have uncovered and sealed a clandestine factory producing counterfeit soft drinks mimicking well-known brands like Sting, Sprite, Mountain Dew, Coca-Cola, and Fanta. Thousands of liters of substandard beverages, fake labels, empty bottles, and production machinery were seized. The Balochistan Food Authority (BFA) has filed legal proceedings and called on the public to report suspicious food operations to safeguard health.

The Balochistan Food Authority shut down an illegal operation in Quetta manufacturing counterfeit cold drinks under popular brand names. Authorities confiscated thousands of liters of fake beverages, packaging materials, and machinery, and registered FIRs. The facility was sealed to protect public health from dangerous fake products.
fake soft drinks factory, food safety enforcement, BFA Quetta

Punjab Police Arrest Fake Army Officer

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Punjab Police Arrest Fake Army Officer

Punjab Police have arrested an individual impersonating a Pakistan Army officer in Lahore. The suspect was posing in fake military uniform and carrying counterfeit ID cards to deceive civilians. During a routine check, authorities detained him and recovered forged documents and uniform insignia. Investigators are now probing his motive, whether for financial gain, fraud, or other criminal activity. Police say charges under impersonation, forgery, and related laws will be filed once the investigation concludes.

Punjab Police arrested a man in Lahore for impersonating an army officer using a fake uniform and forged ID. The suspect was caught during routine checks; authorities recovered fraudulent documents and insignia. Investigation into his motives is ongoing, and charges under impersonation and forgery statutes are expected.
fake officer arrest, police action Punjab, military impersonation

Pakistan Sees 2% YoY Rise in Petroleum Sales in July 2025

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Pakistan Sees 2% YoY Rise in Petroleum Sales in July 2025

In July 2025, Pakistan’s Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) sold 1.22 million tons of petroleum products, showing a marginal 2% increase compared to July 2024. However, on a month-on-month basis, sales declined sharply by 22% from June 2025.

When excluding furnace oil, the overall petroleum product volumes increased by 8% year-on-year but dropped 16% month-on-month. This fluctuation is attributed to several factors including flooding in key areas, a surge in fuel prices, and advance buying in June ahead of expected price hikes. These factors significantly impacted both industrial and transportation sectors, leading to mixed demand signals in July.

Petroleum sales reached 1.22 million tons in July 2025, showing a 2% year‑on‑year increase but a 22% drop from June. Excluding furnace oil, sales rose 8% annually and fell 16% monthly, influenced by monsoon floods, fuel price hikes, and prior stockpiling.
oil sales Pakistan, OMC sales data, July 2025 petroleum

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