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NAB closes inquiry into Ramadan package corruption case

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NAB closes inquiry into Ramadan package corruption case, revealing widespread corruption in flour subsidy under Ramazan package. The investigation uncovered theft of thousands of wheat bags and involvement of officials from the Food Department as well as prominent politicians. NAB recommends transferring the case to the Anti-Corruption Department for further investigation.
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Pakistan Railways extends office timings during Ramadan

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Pakistan Railways has extended its office hours for ticket booking during Ramadan. The new schedule includes the first shift from 6 am to 1 pm and the second shift from 1 pm to 6 pm. After the 15th of Ramadan, the reservation office will be open until 9 pm with an Iftar break.
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Ramadan 2024: Govt announces minimum Zakat Nisab

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The government has announced the Nisab-i-Zakat for the Zakat Year 1444-45 A.H at Rs. 135,179. Zakat will be deducted from specific bank accounts at 2.5% on the first day of Ramadan, which is expected to be on March 12, 2024. This will apply to Saving Bank Accounts, Profit and Loss Sharing Accounts, and other similar accounts
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Gaza ceasefire talks extended as Ramadan deadline approaches

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Hamas negotiators are in Cairo for ceasefire talks to end the fighting in Gaza before Ramadan. Both sides are sticking to their demands, and Hamas has presented a ceasefire agreement to Israel. The U.S. is urging Israel to provide more aid to Gaza, where famine is looming. The situation is dire, with children dying of malnutrition.