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The strike calls for tax issues to be resolved amicably within 10 days.

Industry experts suggest that petrol prices may increase by Rs. 7.67 per liter and high speed diesel (HSD) can go up to Rs. 3.72 per liter.

An informed source said that the effort was made before the Feb 8 elections

NAB claimed that the IHC assumed the role of a court of law and did not thoroughly investigate all the facts.

PIA flights to Europe and the UK are suspended from 2020 after EASA revoked the airline's license following a pilot licensing scandal

A fake driving license scandal has hit KP

The Prime Minister has now launched an inquiry into recruitments in the province under the interim government.

Tax payers will be given an opportunity to explain their position

Empowering Education: Government's Remarkable 203% Budget Surge

Wealthy Individuals on Notice: Aurangzeb Plans Increased Taxation

Pushback Against Tax Burden: Real Estate Sector Unites Against New Levies

Finance Minister Ensures Gradual Petroleum Levy Increase for Economic Stability

Unfulfilled Promises: IT Sector Left Out in Budget Priorities

The government contemplates imposing a 29% income tax, signaling a significant shift in taxation policies affecting the export sector.

According to sources, it is proposed to cap the tax credit at 80 percent for NPOs that run educational institutions that also charge fees from students.

Govt Mulls Up to 25% Salary Hike for Workers

New Tax Era Begins: Prepare for Higher Rates Beyond Rs. 600,000 Income!

The government will increase this withholding tax to increase the cost of non-compliance.

The federal government is considering a number of measures to strengthen tax compliance

government has proposed 18% tax which is expected to raise revenue by Rs. 33 billion.

The new fiscal measures would result in an additional tax collection of Rs. 1.454 billion.

Netflix has been ordered to pay Income tax of Rs. 200 million by FBR .

In fiscal year 2024-25, up to 30 percent increase has been proposed for Ministry of IT

IMF urges Pakistan to impose additional costs on the common man to raise tax revenue and launch a new rescue program.

Solar panel prices have risen as consumers await new tariffs

KARACHI: Pakistani and United Arab Emirates (UAE) officials performed the groundbreaking of a $175 million Bulk and General Cargo terminal on Monday, describing it as an “important breakthrough” for the South Asian country in the maritime sector.

Bond forged in infancy abruptly severed by brutalities of Partition

The yellow metal was priced at Rs218,100 per tola in the local market after a single-day fall of Rs1,300.

Hamas leader accused US, other countries of supporting Israel

A total of 17 Pakistani universities have been ranked in the second edition of the QS Sustainability Rankings compared to just 5 in the first edition last year. The QS Sustainability Rankings 2024 feature 1397 institutions across 95 countries and territories. It should be noted that universities are included in the rankings based on their social and environmental sustainability performance.

Gold price increased due to drop in rupees

Banned the use of Social media apps

Petrol hike in Pakistan

Government is going to reveal a new employee contributing pension scheme.

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) called the arrested of Pervez Elahi "Shameful" and it shared a video in which the party president being dragged by security personnel after the arrest.

Good news for all the Pakistanis out there, the US dollar rate decreases and petrol prices as well. It’s a big recovery of almost 5.5% in a single day to a one-week high at Rs295 against the US dollar in the open market at around midday on Thursday

Dieunerst Collin commonly known as the “Popeyes meme kid” for a viral video of him

The former prime minister was immediately rushed to Shaukat Khanum Memorial Hospital in Lahore

A Netflix representative moreover said the company has not been included in production

Earlier today, the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and provincial ECP members from all the four provinces reached the commission when an important meeting was convened.

it has noticed that operators are laying their wires on the infrastructure of distribution companies and accidents are occurring due to internet and TV cables snapping and hanging from electricity poles and lying on the ground.

A crisis room is to be set up at the PDMA office and special teams will be formed to deal with the menace.

According to the FIR, a Quick Response Force (QRF) team of the ICT police reached Centaur at 4:10 pm on Sunday and saw that its A tower had been engulfed in fire.

He stated this at the Rehmatul-lil-Aalameen Conference held in Islamabad in honor of Eid Milad-un-Nabi on October 9, 2022.

Interior ministry composes to election supervisor

The minister and various others were reportedly captured by the militants for talks.

Local sales of cement during September stood at 3.80 million tonnes compared to 4.01 million tonnes in the same month of the previous year

Pakiostan cricket board to invest in club cricket for preparing youngsters

Inflation based on SPI inctreases weekly

PML-N leader to return in a month; to hold political interviews with father

Sindh Govt notifies 'PUBLIC HOLIDAY' on Sunday

He issued these directives while presiding over a meeting in this regard on Wednesday.

Investors bought government bonds at a lower yield than in the previous auction due to lower-than-expected inflation data and forecasts of an unchanged key rate.

The WHO also noted that global exposure to the contaminated drugs is expected as they may have been supplied outside of The Gambia.

Saudi company wants to purchase shares in organic meet company

The PTI chief celebrated his birthday in an intimate ceremony held in Lahore

The feature is rolling out to the Android and iOS versions of the app and was first spotted by reverse engineer Alessandro Paluzzi in April

Protesters gathered outside the Pakistan High Commission and held a three-hour demonstration in front of the building.

Just a few days after the Queen's death, Prince Harry and Prince William appeared to "reunite."

To continue producing electricity, eight of these 11 IPPs are depending on the payment of their combined debt of Rs340 billion.

Government to De-Regulate Petroleum Product Prices Per IMF Agreement

A Covid vaccination for inhalation has received approval for the first time in China.

Both items are being imported from Iran, Afghanistan

According to the Chinese Foreign Ministry, the Chinese government will give additional disaster assistance supplies to Pakistan totaling RMB 300 million.

Flood victims in Southern Punjab are also affected with water-borne infections after Sindh and Balochistan.

According to a report, the PTI government's poor track record gave a global lender ample justification to impose strict restrictions.

What is tomato flu and how does it impact children under five?

A man in Swat prevents hundreds from drowning by building a bridge and a pulley.

Today's intraday trading saw a further strengthening of the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) against the US Dollar (USD).

KP Releases Flood Victims' Aid App

Telenor Microfinance Bank is no longer a target for acquisition by MCB Bank

Mullah Yaqoob, the IEA's defence minister, claims they want Pakistan "does not permit its air space."

At least 226 people perish in K-P; PMD issues flood warnings for Kalabagh, Chashma, and high to extremely high flood levels in the Indus River

High-level flood waters are passing through Guddu and Sukkur barrages, instructions to people to move to safer places

The government informs the IMF that all prior actions have been taken.

SBP Reserves Fall by 87 Million Dollars to $7.8 Billion

NBP Creates Dedicated Flood Relief Fund Account

Additionally, strengthening bilateral connections is agreed upon by Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

In the paper auction held on Wednesday, the cut-off yields on T - bills (T-Bills) increased by 5 basis points (bps).

Inauguration of Punjab's First-Ever Gynae Training Center

The government adds nominal taxes to business owners' electric bills.

According to the IMF, the kingdom's economy recovered with strong growth because to high oil prices and production.

Do you consider yourself to be neutral? If not, why are you harming this nation so greatly? the previous PM

Envoy: Qatar Is Interested in Investing in Pakistan's Energy Sector

When people learn "who could have carried out the terrible torture," the former prime minister predicts that they would react.

The company adjusts prices due to the rupee's strengthening against the dollar.

Government Increases High Speed Diesel Sellers' Profit Margin

SBP Permits Companies to Export Foreign Currencies Other Than the Dollar

Government Owes Chinese Coal Power Plants More Than 350 Billion Rupees

By November, the PM orders CDA to finish the Bhara Kahu Bypass.

In 75 years, Pakistan's GDP increased from $3 billion to touch $383 billion.

These honours will be invested during a ceremony on Pakistan Day, March 23, 2023.

The day began with a 31-gun salute in the federal capital and a 21-gun salute in the provincial capital.

Since the dawn of humanity, technological developments have had a tremendous impact on the agricultural environment.

According to Fawad Chaudhry, the PTI chairman will announce the PTI's next plan of action against the coalition government.

A Significant Discount Is Announced by PIA for the 75th Independence Day

UM Increase APAC Presence by Opening an Affiliate Office in Pakistan

NEPRA Increases Karachi Residents' Electricity Costs by Rs. 11.1 Per Unit

It's not over yet, according to the chief meteorologist, because another system could bring additional rain.

In the Wednesday paper auction, the cut-off yields on Treasury Bills (T-Bills) stayed largely unchanged.

The Lahore Safari Zoo reverses its decision on the contentious lion auction.

Throughout the nation, comprehensive security measures have been implemented.

Pakistan's political unrest is to blame for the process' slowdown.

claims that granting special approval for the release of cargo from ports will send the wrong signals.

One year after being fired by Juventus, Italian legend Fatih Karagumruk takes the helm of Istanbul club.

Miftah acknowledges that the decision to tax traders was incorrect.

COAS Bajwa Contacts Saudi and UAE Governments to Discuss Pakistan-IMF Deal

Rains and floods wreak havoc in Balochistan, costing date farmers a staggering Rs. 2 billion.

Sheikh Saoud Bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Qatar's Ambassador to Pakistan, recently dedicated a mosque in Islamabad built by Qatar Charity (QC)

Saudi Arabia plans to increase its $2.4 billion oil facility for Pakistan.

One of Islam's most venerated artefacts, the Black Stone, is now available for worshipers to touch and kiss.

According to sources, the coalition government would begin "operation clean sweep" to detain PTI leaders.

An officer was fired by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) following an investigation into allegations of money laundering.

The SECP has published a diagnostic review report on Pakistan's private funds sector.

The wreckage of a missing army helicopter has been discovered; the Prime Minister has called the COAS to inquire about the most recent update on the rescue operation.

The revenue collected by ePay Punjab has surpassed Rs. 100 billion.

By September 2023, Gwadar Airport would be fully operational, according to the Minister

In order to rescue the nation from "worsening political and economic challenges," the provincial legislature recommends for the convening of early elections.

Lavrov extended the invitation during his brief informal interaction with Pakistan's FM during the SCO meeting.

Special court approves the accused's one-time application for exemption

Earlier this week, reports claim that Gen Bajwa spoke on the phone with Wendy Sherman, the US Deputy Secretary of State.

New school hours throughout the province, including Lahore, have been announced by the Punjab School Education Department and will take effect on August 1st.

The Ministry of Finance and Revenue claims that a limited tax base and low revenue collection in an undocumented economy make withholding taxes

PPP leader tested positive in Dubai while displaying "mild" symptoms

People report that there was "no helicopter, no rescue worker" as flash floods caused by heavy rainfall caused havoc.

The PEC will hold a dialogue on ending engineer unemployment.

Miftah expects more dollar inflows than outflows. The following month

Aamir Liaquat, the deceased televangelist's third wife, accused Iqbal of being "half the reason" for his death.

Further increases will be implemented in August and October, bringing the average national tariff to Rs24.82 per kWh.

Pakistan and the US Commit to Working Together to Combat Pandemics and Health Security Issues

The 300 MW coal-based power station at Gwadar will be replaced by a solar facility, according to the power division.

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) risen withholding tax (WHT) on automobiles with engine capacities of 1601cc and above on July 1, 2022.

The end of cancer patients' plight is finally in sight, as Pakistan has resumed the import of cheap cancer medicine from Russia after a long hiatus.

Eight aircraft were delayed and ten flights were cancelled at Karachi's Jinnah International Airport as a result of the city's nonstop severe downpours since Sunday morning.

After days of military action that sparked international concern and drove away anti-government protestors, police in Sri Lanka announced that the besieged presidential office will reopen on Monday.

PTI leader: Institutions are trapped in a vortex because of poor leadership.

PMD Issues a 3-Day Warning Against Urban and Flash Flooding

Twitter blamed "headwinds," such as the uncertainty brought on by Elon Musk's tumultuous acquisition bid, for its lacklustre financial results on Friday.

The deputy speaker rejects 10 votes from the PML-Q and proclaims Hamza the winner after he received 179 votes compared to Elahi's 186.

Construction materials become unaffordable for the average person as prices rise by 20%

Samina is the only Pakistani woman to date to have scaled both K2 and Mount Everest.

Depp was granted $10 million in damages after it was determined that Heard's 2018 newspaper column was false.

With enough gasoline on hand for 34 days and extra diesel on hand for 66 days, Pakistan's oil reserves have significantly expanded.

According to Syed Khursheed Shah, the federal minister of water resources, the agricultural sector has seen a 20 percent reduction in production this year as a result of a water deficit.

The PPP proposed Aftab Sultan's name, which was approved at a federal cabinet meeting.

Senior State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) officials believe that Pakistan's economic situation has changed in recent months and that the country is not in danger of default.

Pakistani startups and the tech sector are experiencing exponential growth, according to Masood Khan.

According to reports, the Kerala High Court has ordered seizure for failing to pay approximately $23,500 in fuel charges to an Estonian firm.

KARACHI: ABHI, a Pakistan-based fintech and Unveel.io, a UAE-based API-Widget are combining their expertise to offer the facility of Earned Wage Access to ride-hailing and delivery drivers in Pakistan and UAE for the first time.

Ayesha M. Ali sent some of her art onboard a rocket with other Metavisionaries from around the world.

Anwar Maqsood's eagerly anticipated play brings his Independence Day trilogy to a close.

Senior government representatives from Pakistan and China discussed Monday how to expand the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) to Afghanistan in order to advance prosperity and economic growth.

To avoid further declines in forex reserves, the central bank is discouraging imports.

One of the Fauji Fertilizer Company (FFC) production plants in Sindh that was shut down earlier this month after a huge explosion followed by a fire has reopened.

Revisions in power tariffs and taxes on bills

The latest South African franchise T20 league is scheduled to become a mini-Indian Premier League (IPL), with all six teams owned by owners of various IPL franchises.

Tanveer Jamal, a veteran Pakistani actor and producer, died on Wednesday in Tokyo, Japan, after a long battle with cancer.

Amir Hassan Bashopa, whose real name is Amir Hassan, is a Pakistani Musical artist, songwriter, EDM Producer, YouTuber and Entrepreneur. Early Life.

Large Discount for Travelers Announced by Naran's Hotels and Guest Houses

Both leaders agreed to further expand collaboration after talking about ongoing bilateral projects.

Six deaths were reported from Karachi, and one from Peshawar.

Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has decided to withdraw from the $44 billion agreement to buy Twitter, asserting that the company failed to satisfy him on the issue of fake and spam account holders on the microblogging platform.

The order directs the government health care department to make "medication abortion" more accessible.

According to his lawyer, police in Punjab have transferred journalist Imran Riaz Khan to the custody of CIA officers at the Kotwali police station in the provincial capital.

As helicopters buzzed overhead, the entry roads were jam-packed with worshippers.

Federal Board of Revenue detects singer's secret bank accounts and imposes tax of Rs 42.3 crore ' Gives one month's time to pay

The majority of internet outages are caused by a technical issue on the part of the service provider, but they can also be deliberately caused by governments.

Each year, a considerable number of young girls in Kpk (KP) are discouraged from continuing education due to the distances between their homes and schools as well as the absence of accessible transportation options.

The launch of such programmes, according to an electoral monitor, affects by-elections.

In a press release, Lucky Motor Corporation Limited (LMCL) clarifies the price increase rumours making the rounds in the media.

During the current monsoon season, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has established helpline 16 for monsoon emergencies and has applied section 144 near rivers and dams.

Higher taxes on Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), once known as the poor man's fuel, are anticipated to reduce demand in the country, potentially resulting in an ecological calamity as more people turn to wood burning as a fuel.

FrieslandCampina Pakistan was awarded the Gold Standard Award 2022 for Corporate Citizenship (CSR and Sustainability) by the Public Relations & Communications

On Monday, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) made the announcement that it would be boosting the number of its weekly direct flights to Skardu.

Assistant Secretary of State offers training and equipment for a "very dangerous profession."

NdcTech, Pakistan’s leading IT & Consulting company, has joined hands with CaterpillHERs to provide remote based education to female freelancers looking to kickstart their career from scratch.

According to the statement, the situation is under control, and there is no need to implement smart lockdown.

The young woman has asserted repeatedly that she is 18 years old and that her marriage to Zaheer Ahmed is legal.

claims that if the previous government's agreements with the IMF had not been carried out, Pakistan may have defaulted like Sri Lanka.

The process of finalising electoral rolls for the 2023 elections is currently underway.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed that a method be developed to lower metro bus service tariffs in the face of rising inflation.

PPDA plans strike after Eid over low margins, rise in business costs

Insist that the country can avoid IMF loans if it uses its full market potential.

Three government holidays have been declared on Eid for private and government institutions

According to Secretary Cabinet Ahmed Nawaz Sukhera, the PM has formed a committee to draught and propose new Toshakhana policies.

PayPal has discontinued fee-free Friends & Family transfers for business accounts in the United States.

As the country faces another wave of infections, the National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC) has established new criteria for COVID-19 booster doses.

To undertake the Hajj this year, 330,451 pilgrims from various countries have travelled by air and land to Madinah

PM Shehbaz says the government is taking initiatives to make it easier for investors.

Federal Investigation Agency's (FIA) Crime Wing apprehended a gang in Jatoi, Muzzafargarh, for supposedly teaching black magic on various YouTube channels

Waqf Arfa will be held on Friday, July 8, while Eid al-Adha will be held on Saturday, July 9

A 10 percent super tax has been authorised by the Pakistani National Assembly for incomes exceeding Rs. 300 million.

The beta version of WhatsApp has now received an update, bringing it to version 22.14.0.71.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has cautioned the public that more electrical load-shedding will begin next month.

Seven routes of the bus service will each include 240 air-conditioned buses.

The Punjab government has resolved to hire thousands of educators for all public schools run by the School Education Department (SED).

Considering the public's distress, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has eliminated the One-Time Password (OTP) System utilised for utility store purchases.

Country's politicians set an example for the nation themselves, donate 5% of their wealth to Pakistan: Singer's tweet

CHOGM is informed that achieving innovative, inclusive, and sustainable growth is essential

According to the Secretary of the Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST), establishing a cannabis policy may earn $8 billion in income in four years.

The government accedes to the IMF's demands and raises the income tax rate to 35 percent for people making more than Rs1 million from 2.5 percent to 2.5 percent.

Karachi's optimism index is currently around 15.85 percent.

HEC asks that institutions promote Lassi and Sattu as tea substitutes.

Finally, Twitter approves Elon Musk's $44 billion transaction.

According to the SBP, foreign exchange reserves are roughly $9 billion and are "all usable for all uses."

Shehbaz expresses sorrow for the deaths and destruction in Afghanistan and urges Pakistan to assist however it can.

The ban would not apply to emergency and vital services in Punjab's capital city.

For the Diamer Basha project, the government intends to raise Rs. 827 billion in external financing.

Sees opportunities in Pakistan to increase olive production and exports.

Hyundai will soon launch a low-cost electric vehicle.

Northern Pakistan, including Islamabad, KP, and Punjab, is jolted by an earthquake.

By the middle of July, Pakistan is anticipated to get a much-needed loan from the Fund.

Currency depreciated for the fourth straight working day as the IMF program's recovery remained questionable.

Steve Keeler, a karate artist from Kent, has set a new Guinness World Record for the 'heaviest deadlift with one finger,' breaking a ten-year-old record.

Pakistan has joined the International Olive Council (IOC), an intergovernmental organisation of countries that make olives or products obtained from olives.

Government's Sasta Petrol Scheme

During the forthcoming monsoon season, PMD has predicted that the country will receive "above-average rainfall."

The government is in a bad position since it will have to pay $21 billion to international creditors.

Underreports borrowing by $7b by excluding IMF, some Chinese loans

Impact of power price hike to be ‘catastrophic’

The new Japanese turbine claims to be able to generate limitless energy from the ocean.

The actress apologised for previous words made against the deceased, admitting her culpability for what she had said.

Those using less than 200 units will get loans from the government to purchase solar panels, import of solar panels exempted from sales tax.

Banking firms will face a 42 percent tax increase

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is due to unveil its maiden budget today, with a total outlay of over Rs9,500 billion (Friday).

Just days after a massive increase in petroleum and electricity prices, Gas prices also increases to 45 %

Government is devoted to the development and prosperity of southwestern Balochistan.

The federal govt has decided to eliminate two percent extra customs tariffs on palm oil imports.

Between March 5 and April 25, FreshKampo, HEB strawberries were bought.

There is a longer list of economic circumstances than fuel, energy subsidies, and a large budget deficit that Pakistan must meet in order to receive the IMF tranche.

PM says govt would immediately provide Rs2,000 for around 85 mn people.

WHO Regional Director Dr Ahmed Al Mandhari (centre left) and WHO Pakistan Representative Dr Palitha Mahipala (centre right) inaugurate a dry storage warehouse at the Federal Directorate of Immunization

China and Pakistan are very close neighbours connected by mountains and rivers, are indestructible iron-clad brothers with a shared future.

Punjab Assembly session adjourned till June 6; PA official detained by police

Bilawal reiterates Pakistan's commitment to providing safety to Chinese citizens in the country

The much-anticipated Punjab Assembly session scheduled for today by Pervaiz Elahi has been postponed till June 6. The session was adjourned within six minutes of it starting after a delay of two hours on Sunday.

Economic czars want political leadership to take unpopular decisions

Awami National Party workers on Saturday held a protest demonstration here against the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan governments for failing to douse the wildfires raging in different forests of the two provinces.