Top Ten News Today

Top Ten News Today

1. Federal Budget Passed: The National Assembly approved the Federal Budget for 2024-25 with a total outlay of Rs18,870 billion. All amendments proposed by the opposition were rejected. 2. New Travel Taxes: The government has imposed new excise duties on international travel. Economy class tickets now face a tax of Rs12,500, with higher rates for business and club class tickets. 3. Karachi Heatwave: Karachi experienced extreme heat with 'feels like' temperatures reaching 56°C, making it one of the hottest days on record. 4. Monsoon Flooding Alert: The NDMA has warned of potential urban flooding in Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa due to ongoing monsoon rains. 5. Kashmir Day Celebrations: Kashmiris are preparing to celebrate Accession to Pakistan Day, amidst renewed calls for freedom from Indian control. 6. PTI Political Tensions: Debates continue over the potential ban on the PTI party, with various leaders expressing concerns about its implications for democracy. 7. Journalist Murder Condemned: The International Press Institute condemned the murder of journalist Malik Hassan Zaib, calling for a thorough investigation. 8. High Court Summons JCP: Chief Justice Isa has summoned the JCP to discuss the appointment of four ad hoc judges to reduce the backlog of cases in the Supreme Court. 9. Terrorist Attack Thwarted: Security forces thwarted a major terrorist attack on Bannu Cantt, killing 10 terrorists. This follows a series of recent attacks in the region. 10. Railway Fare Hike: Pakistan Railways announced an increase in fares starting July 19, due to rising operational costs and inflation.