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Weather advisory: Karachi is expected to have pre-monsoon rainfall starting on July 8.

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Karachi
The weather in Karachi is currently pleasant, characterized by rejuvenated sea breezes and scattered clouds. The present temperature stands at 33°C, accompanied by a humidity level of 68%. The Meteorological Department forecasts that monsoon winds would reach eastern Sindh by evening, resulting in expected rainfall in various places including as Tharparkar, Umarkot, Sukkur, Badin, Larkana, Qamber Shahdadkot, and Mirpurkhas.

The city is anticipated to have a pre-monsoon period commencing on July 8th.

Lahore
Lahore had sporadic rainfall throughout the day, leading to a substantial decrease in the severity of the heat. According to Chief Meteorologist Shahid Abbas, the temperature is anticipated to reach a maximum of 34°C, and the rain is expected to continue till July 8.

Localities such as Gulberg, Model Town, Jail Road, and Kalma Chowk had different levels of rainfall and powerful gusts, which added to the enjoyable weather conditions.

Murree
The monsoon rains in Murree have become more intense, accompanied by thunder and heavy precipitation. Tourists are delighting in the picturesque landscape of the hill resort, which is further enhanced by the rainfall. The weather has been agreeable, offering respite from the previous summer warmth.

Balochistan
Rainfall has also been observed in certain areas of Balochistan, such as Khuzdar, Kohlu, Harnai, and Jhal Magsi. Severe precipitation, including hail and powerful gusts, resulted in the destruction of crops, agricultural equipment, and solar panels in the Wadh and Baghbana regions of Khuzdar.

In a similar manner, Kohlu and Jhal Magsi experienced floods in places of lower elevation as a result of intense rainfall. The occurrence of sporadic rainfall in Harnai persists, which contributes to the general lower temperature in the area.

The current weather patterns are a consequence of the continuous monsoon season, bringing relief to both inhabitants and farmers throughout Pakistan. The Meteorological Department is continuously monitoring the situation, providing updates and cautions to guarantee public safety during the rainy season.

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Maintaining Fertiliser Price Stability: The Need for a Continuous Gas Supply to the Fertiliser Sector

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To guarantee fertiliser price stability, a cabinet committee meeting was presided over by Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar, the deputy prime minister.

Senior government officials, including Industries Minister Rana Tanveer Hussain, attended the meeting.

The attendees received an update on the government’s, gas suppliers’, and fertiliser industry’s conversations. Additionally, the gas supply for the fertiliser sector was evaluated and determined to be adequate.

Throughout the Rabi cropping season, the Deputy Prime Minister ordered the fertiliser industry to maintain a continuous gas supply in order to guarantee steady production and stock levels.

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Fifth Straight Cut: PM Applauds SBP’s Policy Rate Reduction

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Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has praised the State Bank of Pakistan’s decision to lower its policy rate by an additional 2 percent, stating that the bank’s current 13 percent rate is encouraging for the nation’s economy.

He expressed optimism in a statement that the policy rate cut would encourage investment and further boost investor confidence in the country’s economy.

The prime minister said that decreasing the inflation rate also lowered the policy rate and that future inflation rate reductions will be even more pronounced.

Additionally, he expressed gratitude to the Federal Finance Minister and other officials for their work in this area.

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GHQ Attack Case: Prosecution Seeks Bail Cancellation of CM KP & Other Accused, Indicts 9 More

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25 defendants, including PTI officials, have non-bailable arrest warrants issued by the Anti Terrorism Court of Rawalpindi for their failure to show up for court proceedings related to the GHQ attack case.

Judge Amjad Ali Shah added nine more suspects to the GHQ attack indictment list during today’s ATC Court sessions, bringing the total to 98.

Among the 61 defendants who appeared in court were Shah Mehmud Qureshi and the founder of the PTI.

Among those charged are Khadim Hussain Khokhar, Mehr Mohammad Javed, Chaudhary Asif, Zakir Ullah, Azeem Ullah, Shireen Mazatri, Major Retired Tahir Sadiq, and former MPA Rashid Hafeez.

A plea to cancel the bail of 23 suspects, including Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, has also been filed by the prosecution side.

In the GHQ attack, there were 119 accused in total.

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