The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) can now access people’s internet activity and phone call records when investigating tax fraud. Internet service providers, telecom companies, and the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) must share customer details whenever the FBR asks. Tax commissioners can request subscriber names, call logs, internet usage data, and even import or export … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan has announced a five-year plan to gradually reduce tariffs in the auto sector, aiming to strengthen Pakistan’s automotive industry and boost exports. The move comes after a recent cut in US tariffs, creating fresh opportunities for Pakistani auto exports. The minister told major auto industry stakeholders at a Wednesday … Read more
WASHINGTON: The United States has warned India of even higher tariffs if upcoming talks between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin fail. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bassett said Washington has already imposed an extra 25% tariff on Indian goods, and this rate could go even higher. He warned that if India continues … Read more
GILGIT-BALTISTAN: Unusually high temperatures are causing ice and glaciers in Gilgit-Baltistan to melt at a much faster rate, the Pakistan Meteorological Department has warned. According to the department, current maximum and minimum temperatures in the region are 7 to 9°C higher than normal. This continuous and widespread heat has accelerated melting across the entire region. … Read more
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz praised Pakistan’s armed forces for their strong and decisive response to Indian aggression in the “Marka-e-Haq”, calling the victory a moment that raised Pakistan’s standing in the world. Speaking at an event to mark Pakistan’s 78th Independence Day, she also paid tribute to the leadership of Field Marshal Syed … Read more
Pakistani celebrities are joining the nation in celebrating 14th August 2025 with the same passion and excitement as Pakistanis around the world. Today marks the country’s 78th Independence Day. While the nation is facing tough times with rising poverty, unemployment, and safety concerns, people are still celebrating with the hope that better days will come. … Read more
The Israeli Army Chief has approved a plan for the complete takeover of Gaza, confirming the operational framework during a meeting with the General Staff Forum, internal security agencies, and senior commanders on Wednesday. This decision comes despite Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s strong opposition to the plan. Earlier, the Army Chief, the head of Mossad, … Read more
Pakistanis across the country are celebrating the 78th Independence Day and the victory of the Battle of Haq with great energy and excitement. At midnight, national anthems echoed through cities and towns, filling the air with patriotic spirit. Streets came alive with green-and-white lights and waves of national flags. Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Peshawar, Quetta, and … Read more
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has taken a big step toward a cashless economy by launching a pilot project for a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) in partnership with Japanese blockchain company Soramitsu. According to Nikkei Asia, work on the project began earlier this year. The digital Pakistani rupee will run on Soramitsu’s CBDC … Read more
ISLAMABAD – The National Assembly passed the Anti-Terrorism (Amendment) Bill 2024 on Wednesday, granting the armed forces and civil armed forces the authority to hold any person in protective custody for up to three months. Speaker Ayaz Sadiq chaired the session in which the National Assembly passed the bill amending Section 11-EE of the Anti-Terrorism … Read more
KARACHI – The Board of Secondary Education Karachi (BSEK) announced the SSC Part 2 (Matric Class 10) Science Group Result 2025 today at 5:00 PM, August 13, 2025. This is a big day for thousands of students across Sindh who took the annual exams earlier this year. How to Check Your BSEK Karachi SSC Part … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The Independence Day and “Marka-e-Haq” ceremony is underway at Jinnah Sports Stadium in Islamabad, with President Asif Ali Zardari attending as the chief guest. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Field Marshal Asim Munir, the chiefs of all three armed forces, key national leaders, and foreign guests are also present. The armed forces are holding an … Read more
KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah on Wednesday strongly criticized the federal government for moving too slowly on development projects in the province, especially in Karachi. Speaking at the inauguration of the New Hub Canal, Murad Shah accused the Centre of failing to deliver on its funding promises for federally backed projects. “One … Read more
KARACHI: The Karachi Traffic Police have issued a special advisory for motorists ahead of the Independence Day and “Marka-e-Haq” celebrations at the National Bank Stadium tonight. The traffic police expect congestion to begin as early as 5:00 pm on all roads leading to the stadium and continue until 2:00 am, as the event starts at … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is preparing for a major crackdown on tax evasion and fraud, according to News sources. Under new legal powers, the FBR can now obtain information directly from internet service providers, telecom companies, and the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) whenever needed for tax investigations. This means the FBR will … Read more
KARACHI: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah have inaugurated the New Hub Canal, a project set to deliver an extra 100 million gallons of water per day (MGD) to Karachi. Speaking at the ceremony, Bilawal said the new supply will improve water access for District … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly on Tuesday introduced the Criminal Law (Amendment) Bill 2025, which aims to make the unfair eviction of women from their homes a punishable crime. The bill, presented by PPP MNA Sharmila Faruqui, states that if a husband or any family member forces a woman out of her home without a valid … Read more
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Tuesday announced the launch of modern electric buses in several remote districts of Punjab, with tickets priced at just Rs20. In a post on X, Maryam Nawaz said that a fleet of 100 air-conditioned, Wi-Fi-enabled electric buses is being shipped from Yantai, China, and will leave for … Read more
