“Tax Hikes in Pakistan Budget Lead to Cooking Oil, Ghee, and Sugar Price Increases” The Pakistani government’s recently passed budget, designed to meet International Monetary Fund (IMF) demands, has sparked…
A FlyDubai plane made an emergency landing at Karachi Airport on Thursday following the death of a passenger onboard. The captain of the aircraft urgently requested permission from Karachi Air…
The All Pakistan Flour Mills Association has announced an extension of its nationwide strike against the new 5.5 percent withholding tax introduced in the federal budget for 2024-25. The association…
Cartoon Network, a beloved TV channel for Generation X and Millennials, caused widespread distress recently amid rumors of its closure. Online, hashtags like “#RIPCartoonNetwork” trended as nostalgic fans shared cherished…
The federal cabinet has approved an increase in electricity rates for commercial, agricultural, and large consumers, while maintaining current rates for industrial users, according to reports on Thursday. The Power…
The IMF has proposed a new standard individual income tax rate of up to 45 percent on agricultural income, a key requirement for Pakistan’s new bailout program. According to the…
Pakistan’s Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and the Federal Investigation Agency’s Cyber Crimes Wing (FIA-Cyber Crimes) are teaming up to tackle online blasphemy more efficiently. A public notice from PTA reveals the…
Grand Vista Apartment Project Approval Revoked by CDA The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has revoked its approval for the layout plan of the Grand Vista apartment project. The project, sponsored…
Pakistan Telecom Sector: Challenges and Calls for Collaboration A public-private dialogue on IT and Telecom highlighted several key issues and proposed solutions for the sector’s development. Key Points: Market Decline:…
Federal Government Pensioners to Receive 15% Increase Good news for federal government pensioners! The Finance Division announced a 15% increase in their net pensions, effective July 1, 2024. This applies…
