Govt Plans Major Tax Relief for Real Estate Sector in Budget 2025–26
Govt Plans Major Tax Relief for Real Estate Sector in Budget 2025–26 The federal government is set to introduce major incentives for the real estate and construction sector in the…
WhatsApp Ends Support for Older Smartphones Starting June 2025
Millions of WhatsApp users may lose access to the messaging platform as Meta has officially started phasing out support for older smartphones from June 1, 2025. This decision follows WhatsApp’s…
Alpha Cement Moves to Acquire Controlling Stake in Attock Cement Pakistan Limited
Alpha Cement Company Limited (ACCL) has officially announced its plan to acquire an 84.06% controlling stake (115.5 million shares) in Attock Cement Pakistan Limited, as disclosed today by Arif Habib…
Xiaomi Reports Record Q1 2025 Growth Driven by Smartphones, EVs, and AIoT
Xiaomi has announced exceptional financial results for the first quarter of 2025, showcasing strong growth across its smartphone, electric vehicle (EV), AIoT, and wearable sectors. The company’s total revenue soared…
Khamenei Praises Pakistan’s Stance on Palestine, Urges Joint Resistance Against Israel
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei praised Pakistan’s unwavering and principled position on the Palestinian issue, commending the country for resisting international pressure to normalize relations with Israel. During a…
Lahore Qalandars Reach PSL X Final Without a Head Coach, Eye Historic Third Title
Lahore Qalandars have secured their spot in the final of PSL X after a dominant victory over Islamabad United on their home turf, setting the stage for a historic chance…
UAE Set for Major Tourism-Fueled Job Surge in 2025: WTTC Report
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is poised for a significant surge in employment in 2025, driven by favorable government policies that have strengthened the tourism sector and broader economic activity,…
Govt to Impose 3–5% GST on Petroleum Products to Support Refineries and Recover Input Tax
The federal government is set to introduce a 3–5 percent General Sales Tax (GST) on petroleum products in the upcoming fiscal year, aiming to support domestic oil refineries and maintain…
IMF Backs Pakistan’s Tariff and EV Reforms Under New Budget Framework
IMF Agrees to Tariff Cuts and EV Policy Overhaul in Pakistan’s Budget Talks The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has endorsed Pakistan’s proposal to reduce customs and regulatory duties under the…
Government to Remove Petroleum Levy Cap, Targets Record Rs. 194 Billion in FY26
The federal government has decided to lift the cap on the Petroleum Development Levy (PDL), allowing it to charge more than Rs. 100 per liter on petroleum products starting in…
