9 m. ago Zelenskyy calls for urgent boost in defence funding amid Russian attacks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged leaders and businesses in Rome to increase defence investments as Russian attacks grow stronger. Speaking at the Ukraine Recovery Conference, he stressed that stopping Russian drones and missiles must be a top priority. He called for more supplies of air defence systems, interceptor drones, and missiles to protect the country. […]

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45 m. ago Gold Rates hit Rs354,700 in Pakistan amid surge in global prices; Full List here

KARACHI – Gold rates saw another big increase in Pakistan on July 10, showing upward trend in global market, as

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3 h. ago Pakistan, China to strengthen media ties against misinformation spread

BEIJING – July 10, 2025: Pakistan and China have agreed to boost their cooperation in tackling the spread of fake news and misinformation through joint media initiatives. The agreement was reached during a high-level meeting in Beijing between Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar and Cao Shumin, Vice Minister of the Publicity […]

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8 h. ago Punjab excise transfer fees for 650cc to 1800cc cars increased – July 2025

LAHORE – The Punjab Excise and Taxation Department has increase the transfer fee for vehicles by 10 percent with effect

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9 h. ago Canadian dollar inches up against Pak rupee today – 10 July 2025

LAHORE – The buying rate of Canadian strengthened against Pakistani rupee in open market where it stood at Rs209 on

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14 h. ago Tarar assures APNS implementation of PM’s assurance on increase in advertisement rates

Says a vibrant press keeps eye on functioning of govt, highlights issues of public interest The Federal Government will soon

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18 h. ago More than 160 people still missing days after deadly Texas floods

More than 160 people remain unaccounted for after devastating floods in Texas, the state governor said Tuesday, marking a dramatic increase in the number of missing from a tragedy that has so far claimed 109 lives. Four days after flash floods roared through several Texas counties, some in the middle of the night, hopes of […]

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24 h. ago Motorcycle and car transfer fees increased by 10% across Punjab

The Punjab government has increased motorcycle and car transfer fees by 10%, aiming to boost provincial revenue through the Excise Department. As per the new notification, motorcycle transfer fees have increased by Rs55, moving from Rs550 to Rs605. This change affects all individual buyers and sellers transferring ownership of two-wheelers. For cars between 650cc and […]

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24 h. ago Transfer Fee for Small Cars increased to Rs3,000; Big Cars at Rs12,100 (New fee structure)

LAHORE – Transfer Fee for bikes, cars, and heavy traffic vehicles has been increased in Punjab as authorities approved a

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25 h. ago Shehbaz govt’s debt skyockets by Rs 11,235 billion in 15 months

The Shehbaz government increased Pakistan’s debt by Rs 11,235 billion in just over a year. This sharp rise shocked many economists. The debt jump happened between March 2024 and May 2025. The government borrowed heavily to cover budget gaps and expenses. This new debt worsens the country’s financial situation. According to the State Bank of […]

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25 h. ago Pakistan on high alert: Cabinet division warns of Indian cyber attacks

The Cabinet Division warned about increased cyber attacks by Indian hackers. They use the Pahalgam incident as a cover to steal data. These attacks target government and defense institutions. Officials fear serious damage to national security. Therefore, a strict cybersecurity advisory was released. The advisory explained that hackers send malware through emails and WhatsApp messages. […]

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25 h. ago Per Tola Gold price falls to Rs351,500 in Pakistan – Full Rate List Inside

KARACHI – Gold prices in Pakistan witnessed another drop in line with the downturn in international bullion markets as drop comes

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25 h. ago Historic $38.3B remittance: Shehbaz credits overseas Pakistanis

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has warmly thanked overseas Pakistanis for sending a record-high $38.3 billion in remittances during the fiscal year 2024-25, marking a significant 26.6% increase compared to the previous year. This growth is the highest in Pakistan’s history and a clear sign of confidence in the country’s economic stability. The Prime Minister said […]

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27 h. ago Price Alert 2025: Suzuki jacks up GD110, GS150 Bike Prices after Budget 2025

KARACHI – Post-Budget taxes continue to push Bikes prices in Pakistan, and now Suzuki has jacked up the rates of

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27 h. ago Pakistan receives record $38.3 billion in remittances in FY25, surging 27%

Pakistan’s economy received a major boost in FY25, as workers’ remittances soared to a historic $38.3 billion, marking a 27% year-on-year increase from $30.3 billion in FY24. According to the State Bank of Pakistan, this $8 billion jump reflects the resilience and growing support of overseas Pakistanis amid continued economic challenges. June 2025 alone brought […]

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34 h. ago Saudi Riyal further strengths against Pak rupee– 9 July 2025

KARACHI – The buying rate of Saudi Riyal (SAR) registered another increase of five paisa against Pakistani rupee in open

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43 h. ago Shehbaz tells business leaders: ‘Together, we’ll build a self

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met top business leaders in Islamabad to discuss Pakistan’s economic future. He stressed that the government is now shifting from stabilisation to long-term growth. Shehbaz promised to focus on industrial expansion, job creation, and increasing foreign investment. He also highlighted the need to use local resources to reduce dependence on external […]

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47 h. ago New Tax Rates on Rs750, 1500, 25000 and 40000 Prize Bonds in Pakistan from July 2025

ISLAMABAD – Amid steps of widening tax base, Pakistani government intensified its fiscal pressure on non-filers, particularly those holding high-denomination prize

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47 h. ago Gold rebounds in Pakistani market as per tola rate hits R354,500; Full List here

KARACHI – Gold prices moved up in Pakistan on global cues as local markets respond to rapid buying in the

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50 h. ago FBR eases tax rules for overseas Pakistanis in property market

In a significant move, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced that overseas Pakistanis can now pay advance tax at filer rates on buying or selling property in Pakistan—even if they are non-filers. This policy applies under specific conditions and is aimed at easing investment for non-resident Pakistanis. To qualify, individuals must hold either […]

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