18 h. ago Pakistan railways increases passenger and freight fares after fuel price hike

ISLAMABAD – Following the recent surge in petroleum product prices, Pakistan Railways has officially increased fares for both passenger and freight trains across the country. According to a notification issued by the department, passenger train fares will see a 3% hike, while freight train charges will go up by 4%. The new rates come into […]

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42 h. ago Per tola Gold Price in Pakistan dips to Rs361,300 after record surge

ISLAMABAD – Gold rates continue to fluctuate in Pakistan and prices of yellow metal moved down by Rs1000 to Rs361,300

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3 d. ago Petrol, diesel prices surge after budget; govt adds new carbon levy

ISLAMABAD – Just days after announcing the federal budget, the government has increased petrol and diesel prices, further burdening the public amid rising inflation. According to the Ministry of Finance, the price of petrol has gone up by Rs4.80 per litre, while high-speed diesel has seen an even sharper hike of Rs7.95 per litre. With […]

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3 d. ago Petrol, diesel prices likely to rise again as global oil costs surge

ISLAMABAD – Fuel prices in Pakistan are expected to rise once again for the next 15 days, with petrol likely to go up by Rs1.12 and diesel by Rs5.27 per litre, sources revealed on Sunday. The increase comes in response to rising global oil prices. According to insiders, the Oil Companies Advisory Council (OCAC) has […]

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4 d. ago New High: Gold prices hit Rs363,000 per Tola in Pakistan amid Global surge

KARACHI – Gold shines brighter than ever in Pakistan as yellow metal set new record, touching Rs363,000 mark in Pakistan

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4 d. ago Fuel prices to spike june 16 as govt sets up watchdog committee

The government announced that petrol and diesel prices will rise starting June 16 due to a sharp surge in global oil prices. This increase follows recent missile exchanges between Israel and Iran, which have unsettled oil markets worldwide. The ex-depot price of high-speed diesel (HSD) may increase by about Rs 5 per litre, affecting transport […]

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4 d. ago Rising oil prices threaten Pakistan’s Rs 1.16 trillion petroleum levy goal

The federal government of Pakistan may miss its target to collect Rs 1,161 billion in petroleum levy this fiscal year. The recent surge in global oil prices, triggered by the Israel-Iran conflict, has pushed up fuel costs both internationally and domestically. This increase threatens the government’s expected revenue from fuel taxes. After Israel’s attacks on […]

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5 d. ago Gold Price nears Record High at Rs361,500 in Pakistan amid buying spree

KARACHI – Gold prices in Pakistan witnessed another hike on June 13 Friday, amid surge in international markets, with price

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5 d. ago UAE markets drop as Israel strikes Iran, oil and gold prices surge

Markets in the United Arab Emirates fell sharply on Friday after Israel launched wide strikes against Iran’s nuclear and military facilities. Dubai’s main index dropped 5.1% early, while Abu Dhabi’s index fell 3.5% before recovering slightly. By mid-morning, losses eased but remained significant amid rising concerns. Israel targeted Iran’s nuclear sites, ballistic missile factories, and […]

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6 d. ago Budget 2025: Toyota Yaris, Corolla Expected Prices after New Green Tax, and surge in GST

LAHORE – Budget 2025 proposed several taxes on cars over 850cc including Green Tax on locally assembled cars, including Toyota

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6 d. ago Gold prices shot up again in Pakistan amid big surge in global market; See new rates

KARACHI – Gold prices in Pakistan witnessed another hike on June 12, amid upward trend in the international market, with

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6 d. ago Gold prices jump by Rs4,000 per tola in Pakistan amid global surge

Gold prices in Pakistan rose sharply on Thursday, following a strong increase in the international market. The price of gold per tola jumped by Rs4,000 and reached Rs356,900, marking a significant daily gain. This rise reflects growing demand and international market trends pushing prices higher. According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), […]

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6 d. ago Solar panel prices surge as 18% import tax looms, traders and PSA sound alarm

  Solar panel prices have jumped sharply across Pakistan ahead of a proposed 18% sales tax on imports, expected from July 1, 2025. Though the tax is still pending formal approval, many sellers have already raised prices. This early increase has shocked consumers and stirred tension in the market. Some buyers are walking away after […]

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7 d. ago Gold price rises by Rs600 per tola in Pakistan amid global surge

Gold prices in Pakistan increased on Wednesday, following the global trend. The price per tola rose by Rs600 in a single day. With this jump, the new price reached Rs352,900, as shared by the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA). Similarly, the price of 10-gram gold also went up. It increased by Rs514, bringing […]

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8 d. ago Tax exemptions soar to record Rs5.8 trillion despite withdrawals: Economic survey 2025

ISLAMABAD – In a shocking revelation, the government reported a massive rise in tax exemption costs, reaching Rs5.8 trillion this year. This marks a record increase of Rs2 trillion in just the first year of the current government’s tenure. The data was released in the Economic Survey 2025, presented by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb. Surprisingly, […]

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1 week ago Day two of eid: sacrifices, feasts, and family gatherings across Pakistan

On the second day of Eid al-Adha, Muslims across the country continue to follow the tradition of Prophet Ibrahim by offering animal sacrifices in the name of Allah. The spirit of sacrifice remains strong, as families who were guests yesterday are now becoming hosts, celebrating the day with feasts and gatherings. Homes are filled with […]

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1 week ago Pakistani celebrities send Eidul Adha wishes to fans across social media

KARACHI – On the joyous occasion of Eidul Azha, several Pakistani showbiz stars extended heartfelt greetings to their fans through social media, joining in the festive celebrations across the country. As people across Pakistan celebrated Eid with religious devotion, many followed the tradition of animal sacrifice to honor the Sunnat-e-Ibrahimi. Celebrities used the opportunity to […]

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1 week ago Eid across borders: charities mobilize to send sacrificial Eid meat to Gaza

Major Pakistani charities intensified efforts to provide sacrificial meat to Palestinians in Gaza, where hunger has reached catastrophic levels due to ongoing Israeli military operations and stringent aid restrictions. According to the World Health Organization, 93 percent of Gaza’s population is currently experiencing crisis-level hunger. The United Nations has warned that most of Gaza’s two […]

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1 week ago Bohra community and Afghan refugees celebrate Eidul Azha across Pakistan

KARACHI – The Bohra community marked the holy occasion of Eidul Azha today by offering Eid prayers and performing animal sacrifices in various parts of Karachi. Joy and unity were seen as families gathered to observe the religious tradition. Similarly, Afghan refugees living in different areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa also celebrated Eidul Azha today. Large […]

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1 week ago Gold soars in Pakistan: Rs 4,300 surge pushes price to record high

KARACHI – The price of gold in Pakistan has seen a sharp increase, with rates climbing by Rs 4,300 per tola, according to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association. Following the rise, the new price of gold per tola now stands at Rs 358,400. Similarly, the price of 10 grams of gold has gone […]

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