2 h. ago Punjab govt, opposition reach consensus on assembly conduct; 26 MPAs to be reinstated

LAHORE: A negotiation committee formed to address the suspension of 26 opposition members from the Punjab Assembly has successfully reached a consensus after its third meeting on Thursday. Punjab’s provincial minister, Mujtaba Shujaur Rehman, confirmed the outcome to the media, stating that both the government and opposition had agreed on a code of conduct to […]

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5 h. ago EU, Pakistan boost ties at 10th political dialogue in Brussels

The 10th Political Dialogue between the European Union and Pakistan was held on July 17 in Brussels, where both sides discussed strengthening their bilateral relationship and regional cooperation. The EU was represented by Olof Skoog, while Pakistan’s delegation was led by Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch. This high-level meeting focused on important political, security, and multilateral […]

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9 h. ago New Property Tax Rates Announced with Key Changes for Active and Late Filers

The Board of Revenue’s Registration Branch has officially notified new property tax rates, marking the resumption of the online property registration system after a three-week hiatus. The updated tax structure includes notable increases, particularly in capital gains tax for properties based on the DC rate value. For properties valued up to Rs50 million, active filers […]

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9 h. ago FBR new fees slabs for property buyers and sellers [July 2025]

ISLAMABAD — The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has introduced a revised tax structure for property transactions in the current

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10 h. ago New IVF technique successfully lowers risk of genetic diseases

A world-first IVF trial in the UK has led to the birth of eight healthy babies, using a new method that greatly reduces the risk of mothers passing on genetic diseases. The technique targets mitochondrial diseases, which affect one in every 5,000 births and currently have no cure. The procedure uses a small amount of […]

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12 h. ago FBR income tax return 2025: Required documents for salaried, businessmen revealed

ISLAMABAD – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has set the deadline for taxpayers across Pakistan to submit their income

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27 h. ago Communities need to ‘learn to live with floods’, says IRSA member

KARACHI: Engineer Ehsan Leghari, Sindh’s representative at the Indus River System Authority (IRSA), emphasized the need for communities to “learn to live with floods” during a seminar focused on the impact of environmental changes and disaster preparedness. He acknowledged that while natural disasters like floods are inevitable due to environmental factors, the lack of effective […]

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30 h. ago China to train Islamabad police using artificial intelligence technology

China will provide modern training to Islamabad police officials, focusing on advanced technology and artificial intelligence (AI) to improve law enforcement capabilities. This was agreed upon during a recent meeting in Islamabad. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met with a delegation from Beijing Police Department, led by Deputy Director General Gao Jianzan, to discuss ways to […]

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31 h. ago New Punjab Law pays citizens to report Bribes, Tax Fraud; full details here

LAHORE – Authorities in Punjab are taking all-out measures to curb property tax evasion, and now a new legislation has

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32 h. ago Govt slashes sugar import after IMF warning and political pressure

In a surprising policy shift, the government has reduced its planned sugar import from 300,000 metric tonnes to just 50,000 metric tonnes. This change comes amid strong opposition from domestic sugar millers and growing concerns from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) over violations tied to Pakistan’s $7 billion loan programme. The Trading Corporation of Pakistan […]

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47 h. ago Supreme Court emphasizes dignity in taxpayer recovery process

ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan has ruled that the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) must ensure the dignity of taxpayers during the tax recovery process. The ruling, issued by a three-judge bench led by Justice Munib Akhtar, dismissed the FBR’s petition challenging a high court order. It emphasized that any notice issued by the […]

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48 h. ago PM reaffirms commitment as Indonesian defence czar desires to boost defence ties

Lt. Gen. (retd) Sjamsoeddin, Premier Shehbaz underscore importance of enhancing ‘multifaceted’ bilateral cooperation PM reiterates Pakistan’s commitment to enhance bilateral cooperation with Indonesia in all avenues, including economic, strategic and trade sectors Underscores exploring and expanding collaboration with Indonesia in joint ventures of investment in mutually beneficial projects Says two countries enjoying a ‘longstanding friendship […]

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50 h. ago Strike suspended: Govt, traders reach agreement on section 37A

Traders across Pakistan have agreed to defer their planned nationwide strike for 30 days following successful talks with the federal government. The breakthrough came after the government promised to form a high-level committee to address concerns regarding Section 37A of the Finance Act 2025. Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb chaired the meeting in Islamabad, which […]

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50 h. ago Gilani, ISC chief unite for global peace and regional dialogue

Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani met with Secretary General of the Intra-Parliamentary Speakers’ Conference (ISC), Ek Nath Dhakal, at Parliament House in Islamabad. The meeting focused on boosting cooperation for peace, development, and regional dialogue ahead of the proposed ISC conference in Pakistan this November. During the meeting, Ek Nath Dhakal briefed Chairman Gilani […]

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52 h. ago Govt offers talks to address concerns over Finance Act and avoid strike

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has initiated talks with trade bodies following the announcement of a countrywide wheel-jam strike by the Karachi business community and transporters on July 19. The strike protests against certain measures introduced in the Finance Act 2025. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb reached out to representatives from various chambers of commerce and trade […]

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54 h. ago World youth skills day highlights Pakistan’s 18 million jobless youth

Pakistan joined the world today in observing World Youth Skills Day, a global reminder of how important it is to equip young people with practical and technical skills. The day urges governments and institutions to focus not just on education but on making youth job-ready in a fast-changing economy. According to official figures, more than […]

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54 h. ago “We deserve better”: Top actors call out payment delays in TV industry

After veteran actors Muhammad Ahmed and Faizan Khawaja raised concerns over delayed payments, Ahmed Ali Butt and Yasir Hussain have now also voiced their frustration. Both actors criticized the industry for its poor payment practices, saying artists are often left waiting months for their dues. On Instagram, Yasir Hussain highlighted the issue by mentioning late […]

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54 h. ago Yango Pakistan expands its portfolio with solutions for businesses Yango Tech and partners with DealCart

KARACHI: Yango Pakistan is already helping thousands of people move through cities every day and now expanding its service offering in the country by introducing new AI-powered technology for businesses. As part of this evolution, Yango Tech is now fully available in Pakistan, offering businesses smarter ways to grow, operate, and connect with their customers. […]

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56 h. ago Pakistan’s cotton imports surpass local output amid policy concerns

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s cotton and yarn imports have soared to $4.24 billion in fiscal year 2025, crossing the country’s domestic production for the first time, according to official data. Industry experts have blamed tax policies and poor weather for this surge. The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics reported a 61% increase in textile-related imports, while textile […]

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56 h. ago Supreme court bans immediate tax recovery without proper notice

ISLAMABAD – The Supreme Court has ruled that tax authorities cannot carry out immediate coercive recoveries under Section 140 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001, without giving proper notice. The verdict emphasizes that a clear due date must be mentioned before any recovery action is taken. A three-member bench led by Justice Munib Akhtar, with […]

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