27 h. ago Pakistan winning battle of narrative with truth, facts: Tarar

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar said on Monday that Pakistan was winning the battle of narratives by portraying accurate and undeniable facts to the world, in the face of Indian propaganda and falsehood. Speaking at a seminar titled Pakistan’s Diplomatic Achievements: Reinvigorating Foreign Relations Through Renewed Global Engagement, organized by the […]

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63 h. ago PM Shehbaz credits FBR reforms for record rise in tax return filings

ISLAMABAD — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday linked the filing of 892,419 new tax returns for tax year 2025 to growing public confidence in the government’s reform and digitisation agenda. His statement followed the Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) announcement that 5.912 million tax returns were filed for 2025 — up from 5.025 million […]

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3 d. ago PM lauds record 5.9m tax returns as proof of public trust, reform success

Premier says merit, automation, and oversight driving FBR’s transformation, crediting digital outreach for record voluntary filing milestone Says nearly one million new taxpayers added to national tax network this year Says 17.6% surge in returns—from 5m last year to 5.9m by end-October—and an 18.6% rise in tax payments reflect stronger compliance and confidence   ISLAMABAD: […]

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4 d. ago Meezan Bank expands partnership with Visa to enhance debit card portfolio

Meezan Bank, Pakistan’s leading Islamic bank, has announced the renewal and expansion of its strategic partnership with Visa, a global leader in digital payments, aimed at further enhancing its debit card portfolio and redefining the banking experience for its customers across the country. The collaboration was formalized with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding […]

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4 d. ago PSX soars as Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to resume peace talks

KARACHI – Investor confidence returned to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Friday after news of renewed peace efforts between Pakistan and Afghanistan. The benchmark KSE-100 Index jumped 4,898.86 points, or 3.13%, to close at 161,631.73. Market participants welcomed the news as a sign of easing regional tensions. Buying activity was strong across major sectors, […]

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5 d. ago PIA privatisation nears final stage, completion expected by december

The federal government has announced that the privatisation of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) will be completed by December this year, marking a significant step in its economic reform plan. Officials from the Privatisation Commission informed the Senate Standing Committee on Privatisation, chaired by Senator Afnanullah, that the due diligence process is almost complete. They assured […]

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5 d. ago PM orders forensic audit of PRAL after revelation of 2018–19 tax fraud

Premier Shehbaz directs audit through international consultancy firm, linking fraud to outdated digital infrastructure and weak monitoring Seeks comprehensive investigation report within three weeks, ordering strict legal action against institutions and individuals involved Briefed on upgraded systems with audit vault and database safeguards, lauds FBR’s reform success, global recognition at WB forum ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister […]

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6 d. ago PM, President felicitate people, govt of Türkiye on 102nd Republic Day

Premier Shehbaz says Pakistan, Türkiye united by faith, history, and fraternity President Zardari lauds Erdoğan’s leadership, Atatürk’s vision of reform and renewal Both leaders reaffirm strategic partnership for peace and prosperity   ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Ali Zardari on Wednesday extended heartfelt felicitations to the government and people of Türkiye on […]

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6 d. ago Pakistan urges halt to Gaza ceasefire breaches after Israel kills 100

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has condemned Israel’s renewed air strikes on Gaza that killed more than 100 Palestinians this week, calling the assault a “flagrant breach” of international law and the recently agreed ceasefire. In a statement on Wednesday, the Foreign Office said the attacks represented a “clear violation” of the truce and urged global powers to […]

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7 d. ago Reform without reformers: The limits of governance renewal in Pakistan

For decades, reform has been one of Pakistan’s most repeated policy promises. Every new government launches its own agenda for civil service, taxation, education, and institutional renewal, but few survive beyond the first phase. The outcome is a familiar paradox: a system in constant motion that rarely changes direction. Reform has become a habit rather […]

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7 d. ago ‘Economic recovery holds firm as IMF review bolsters confidence’

The economic recovery of the country remained on track in the first quarter of FY2026, driven by improved macroeconomic stability, fiscal discipline, and stronger reform momentum under the government’s economic programme, Finance Ministry said on Monday. According to the Monthly Economic Update & Outlook released by the Finance ministry, the recent Staff-Level Agreement with the […]

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8 d. ago Maryam Nawaz launches major health and digital reform for special children in Punjab

LAHORE — Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has unveiled a historic initiative to improve healthcare, digital education, and safety measures for special children across the province. The comprehensive plan includes Punjab’s first-ever province-wide health screening program for students enrolled in special education centers. Under this new program, more than 35,600 special children will undergo […]

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9 d. ago PM, President reaffirm ‘unwavering support’ to Kashmiris, demand global action against India’s rights abuses in IIOJK

Pakistan observes Kashmir Black Day with renewed resolve for freedom of IIOJK, terming Oct 27 ‘darkest day’ in Kashmir’s history President Zardari urges UN to hold India accountable for grave human rights violations PM Shehbaz says peace in South Asia impossible without Kashmir resolution ISLAMABAD: The national leadership—including President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister […]

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1 week ago Punjab govt to introduce new laws on drone policing, arms regulation and security reform

Decision taken at fourth extraordinary law and order meeting chaired by CM Maryam Nawaz CM says reforms aim to reinforce state writ and public safety across Punjab ‘Surrender of Illegal Arms Act 2025’ to be launched in three phases, one million licensed weapons to undergo fresh scrutiny   LAHORE: The Punjab government has decided to […]

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1 week ago Pakistan slams renewed Israeli strikes in Gaza, urges swift global action

Foreign Office calls ceasefire breach ‘blatant defiance’ of peace accord, seeks ‘urgent, effective’ steps to protect civilians Reaffirms Islamabad’s long-standing position on establishment of ‘an independent, sovereign, viable and contiguous State of Palestine’ ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Wednesday strongly condemned Israel’s renewed strikes in Gaza—launched despite a US-backed ceasefire agreement—and called on the international community to […]

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2 w. ago President reaffirms commitment to breast cancer eradication efforts

President Asif Ali Zardari said that Pakistan stood in solidarity with the global community and renewed its firm commitment to save lives throughbreast cancer awareness, prevention and access to care efforts. The president, in a message, said each year, the world observed International Breast Cancer Awareness Day on 19th October to unite efforts for early […]

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2 w. ago World Bank Showcases Pakistan’s FBR as Global Model for Public Sector Reform

ISLAMABAD – The World Bank has invited Pakistan’s Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to present its transformation journey as a global case study in public sector reform during the Annual Meetings held in Washington, D.C. Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, FBR Chairman Rashid Mahmood Langrial, and other senior officials attended the event. The Finance Minister […]

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2 w. ago Pakistan showcases FBR’s tax transformation as global case study

The World Bank invited Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to showcase its successful transformation efforts as a global case study in public sector reform during the World Bank Annual Meeting held in Washington, DC. Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb, Chairman FBR Rashid Mahmood Langrial, Secretary Finance, Secretary Economic Affairs Division and other […]

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2 w. ago IMF pushes Pakistan to raise taxes on solar and internet services

The Government of Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) are discussing possible tax increases on solar panels and internet services. These proposed hikes are part of “emergency tax measures” tied to the IMF’s second review of Pakistan’s economic reform program. Sources say these steps are aimed at securing extra revenue if the government fails […]

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3 w. ago Education revival in Gwadar: 41 schools restored as part of Balochistan’s province

GWADAR: Gwadar has reopened 41 previously closed schools, enrolling 1,157 students under Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti’s province-wide initiative to restore non-functional schools in Balochistan. Before the campaign began, 63 schools in the Gwadar district were identified as non-functional. Of these, 41 have now been made operational, while the chief minister has pledged to reopen […]

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