In a landmark shift in its taxation policy, Pakistan is preparing to eliminate the term ‘non-filer’ from its tax laws — a move set to be officially introduced in the upcoming Budget 2025-26.
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Intense heat to persist in Sindh districts for days: PMD
Islamabad, May 30, 2025 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast very hot weather across multiple districts of Sindh, with temperatures expected to remain high in the coming days.
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Islamabad braces for weekend weather storms: PMD alert
Islamabad, May 30, 2025 – A dramatic shift in weather is looming over the federal capital, as Islamabad is expected to be rocked by a series of storms this weekend, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD).
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FBR considers ending major sales tax exemption in FY26 budget
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is actively reviewing proposals to withdraw sales tax exemptions on various sectors, including solar panel imports, as part of its broader tax reforms in the upcoming budget 2025-26.
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Bangladesh to announce 2025–26 national budget on June 2
Bangladesh is preparing to unveil its national budget for the 2025–26 fiscal year next week, marking a key moment for the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus.
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Pakistan issues monsoon outlook for 2025
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) recently shared its predictions for the upcoming monsoon season in 2025. This important outlook helps everyone in Pakistan get ready for the heavy rains.
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Karachi to roast under blazing sun as heatwave grips city for days
Karachi, May 29, 2025 – The port city of Karachi is bracing for a brutal onslaught of unrelenting heat, as a ferocious blazing sun takes full command of the skies for the next three days.
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Islamabad on Alert: thunderstorm, hailstorm to strike on May 30
Islamabad, May 29, 2025 – The capital city is on edge as a fierce weather system barrels toward it, bringing with it the threat of a power-packed thunderstorm, roaring windstorm, and a bone-chilling hailstorm.
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Pakistan, IMF deliberate FY26 budget measures to raise revenues
The government of Pakistan has entered into critical discussions with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) regarding fiscal reforms to be incorporated in the upcoming federal budget for FY2025-26, with a central focus on bolstering tax collection and reducing the widening fiscal deficit.
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Bangladesh launches first ever mango export drive to China
In a landmark moment for Bangladesh agricultural sector, the country officially launched its first export consignment of fresh mangoes to China on Wednesday, signaling a new era of trade cooperation and economic diplomacy between the two nations.
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