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3 August 2025

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IT Sector: $700M in fresh foreign investment promised, states PM
IT Sector: $700M in fresh foreign investment promised, states PM

Pakistan Secures $700 Million in IT Investment Pledges Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that Pakistan has garnered approximately $700 million...

By Web Desk | April 30, 2025 | Category: Business, Latest, Tech

Nationwide dip observed in tax return filings.
Nationwide dip observed in tax return filings.

FBR’s New Sales Tax Filing Procedure Causes Delays ISLAMABAD: Recent modifications implemented by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) in...

By Web Desk | April 30, 2025 | Category: Business, Latest

Increased Fuel Costs, Reduced Hydropower: Government Signals Possible Electricity Bill Increases
Increased Fuel Costs, Reduced Hydropower: Government Signals Possible Electricity Bill Increases

Potential Electricity Bill Surge Expected This Summer The government has issued a warning regarding a possible increase in electricity costs...

By Web Desk | April 30, 2025 | Category: Business, Latest

Cement MRP Set: FBR Determines Sales Tax Payment.
Cement MRP Set: FBR Determines Sales Tax Payment.

FBR Sets Minimum Retail Price for Cement Sales Tax The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has established a minimum retail...

By Web Desk | April 30, 2025 | Category: Business, Latest

Pakistan’s info minister claims India plans military action in next 1-2 days.
Pakistan’s info minister claims India plans military action in next 1-2 days.

Information Minister Warns of Potential Indian Military Action In a statement released early Wednesday, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar cautioned about...

By Web Desk | April 30, 2025 | Category: Latest, World

NIRC, ILO to host key Labour Day conference tomorrow
NIRC, ILO to host key Labour Day conference tomorrow

International Conference on Labour Day to Highlight Workers’ Rights ISLAMABAD: The National Industrial Relations Commission (NIRC), in collaboration with the...

By Web Desk | April 30, 2025 | Category: Breaking News, Business, Latest, World

Nikkei in Japan Climbs Amid Trade Optimism; Poised for Monthly Rise
Nikkei in Japan Climbs Amid Trade Optimism; Poised for Monthly Rise

Nikkei Ascends Amid US-Japan Tariff Discussion Anticipation In Hong Kong, Japan’s Nikkei average experienced a slight increase on Wednesday. Investors...

By Web Desk | April 30, 2025 | Category: Business, Latest, World

Margins revision issue reviewed by OMCs and dealers’ body.
Margins revision issue reviewed by OMCs and dealers’ body.

National Assembly Standing Committee on Energy Discusses Petroleum Sector Issues ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Energy (Petroleum Division)...

By Web Desk | April 30, 2025 | Category: Latest

KOTRA Event Focuses on Bolstering Pakistan Economic Links
KOTRA Event Focuses on Bolstering Pakistan Economic Links

Korea, Pakistan Explore Industrial Collaboration at Karachi Event The Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) Karachi, in conjunction with the Embassy...

By Web Desk | April 30, 2025 | Category: Business, Latest, Tech

Oil prices decline, heading for largest monthly drop in 3 years.
Oil prices decline, heading for largest monthly drop in 3 years.

Oil Prices Decline Amid Trade War and Supply Concerns Oil prices experienced further declines on Wednesday, heading towards their most...

By Web Desk | April 30, 2025 | Category: Business, Latest, World

Trump may ease auto tariffs following industry concerns.
Trump may ease auto tariffs following industry concerns.

Trump Administration to Ease Auto Tariff Impact with New Executive Order The U.S. government is set to introduce an executive...

By Web Desk | April 30, 2025 | Category: Business, Latest, United States, World

Stocks falter, crude oil dips amid tariff-driven growth worries
Stocks falter, crude oil dips amid tariff-driven growth worries

Global Markets Grapple with Trade Uncertainties and Economic Slowdown Equities exhibited mixed performance on Wednesday, and crude oil prices declined...

By Web Desk | April 30, 2025 | Category: Business, Latest, World

Japanese CAA Head Engages with CCP Chair: Focus on Digital Market Oversight and Consumer Safeguards
Japanese CAA Head Engages with CCP Chair: Focus on Digital Market Oversight and Consumer Safeguards

Japan and Pakistan Collaborate on Digital Market Regulation and Consumer Protection The Consumer Affairs Agency (CAA) of Japan has informed...

By Web Desk | April 30, 2025 | Category: Business, Latest, Tech

Pak-India tensions: KSE-100 plunges over 2% amid heavy sell-off.
Pak-India tensions: KSE-100 plunges over 2% amid heavy sell-off.

PSX Plunges Amidst Selling Pressure The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced substantial selling activity today, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index...

By Web Desk | April 30, 2025 | Category: Business, Latest, World

Aussie stocks climb to near 2-month peak, boosted by banks; inflation figures due
Aussie stocks climb to near 2-month peak, boosted by banks; inflation figures due

Australian Shares Reach Near Two-Month High Amid Inflation Data Anticipation Australian equities experienced further gains on Wednesday, achieving a level...

By Web Desk | April 30, 2025 | Category: Business, Latest, World

Kenya’s inflation climbs to 4.1% in April.
Kenya’s inflation climbs to 4.1% in April.

Kenya’s Inflation Rate Climbs to 4.1% in April The Kenyan National Bureau of Statistics announced that Kenya’s inflation rate reached...

By Web Desk | April 30, 2025 | Category: Business, Latest, World

Shorter JGB yields decline on expectations of steady BOJ rates.
Shorter JGB yields decline on expectations of steady BOJ rates.

Japanese Bond Yields Decline Amid Economic Uncertainty TOKYO: On Wednesday, yields on Japan’s short-term bonds experienced a decrease as investors...

By Web Desk | April 30, 2025 | Category: Business, Latest, World

PCDA Asks FBR to Reassess Real-Time Billing Order for Non-Corporate Dealers
PCDA Asks FBR to Reassess Real-Time Billing Order for Non-Corporate Dealers

PCDA Seeks Exemption and Phased Implementation of Electronic Invoice Rule KARACHI: The Pakistan Chemists & Druggists Association (PCDA) has requested...

By Web Desk | April 30, 2025 | Category: Business, Health, Latest

IGC Concludes: Key Agreements, Protocols Signed with Kazakhstan
IGC Concludes: Key Agreements, Protocols Signed with Kazakhstan

Pakistan and Kazakhstan Conclude Joint Intergovernmental Commission Session The Pakistan-Kazakhstan Joint Intergovernmental Commission (IGC) session, centered on trade, economic matters,...

By Web Desk | April 30, 2025 | Category: Business, Latest, World

IRS Trainees Tour Federal Board of Revenue
IRS Trainees Tour Federal Board of Revenue

IRS Probationary Officers Visit FBR Headquarters ISLAMABAD: Probationary officers from the Inland Revenue Service (IRS), currently undergoing the 51st Specialized...

By Web Desk | April 30, 2025 | Category: Latest