Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Monday expressed optimism that Pakistan will successfully meet its tax collection target for the fiscal year 2024-25. During a televised interview on Bloomberg’s program, The Asia Trade, Aurangzeb highlighted that Pakistan’s tax-to-GDP ratio had risen to 10.8% by December 2024.
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Winter Magic Continue to Grace Islamabad
Islamabad, January 13, 2025 – Islamabad, the picturesque capital city of Pakistan, is set to enjoy a continued winter bonanza over the next couple of days, with chilly and dry conditions dominating the weather forecast.
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Islamabad Braces for Morning Frost Amid Chill Winter
Islamabad, January 12, 2025 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted frosty conditions in Islamabad during the early hours of Monday, January 13, 2025. Residents of the capital are advised to prepare for chilly temperatures as cold and dry weather prevails across the region.
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PM Shehbaz Sets Rs15M Reward for Faceless Customs Rollout
Islamabad, January 12, 2025 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has announced a reward of Rs 15 million for the team responsible for implementing the innovative Faceless Customs Assessment System, marking a major leap forward in modernizing Pakistan’s customs operations.
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Government to Make Shopping Difficult for Non-Filers: FBR Chief
Rashid Mahmood Langrial, Chairman of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), has announced plans to introduce new legislation aimed at making shopping more challenging for individuals who fail to file their tax returns.
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Updated Petrol and Diesel Prices in Pakistan – January 12, 2025
Here are the most recent prices of petrol and diesel in Pakistan, effective Sunday, January 12, 2025. Citizens are advised to stay updated on the latest petroleum prices before refueling their vehicles.
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Shallow Night Fog Predicted for Islamabad
Islamabad, January 12, 2025 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecasted shallow fog during the night in Islamabad, as cold and dry weather continues to dominate the capital and its surrounding regions.
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Islamabad to Face Cold Sunday with Freezing Temperatures
Islamabad, January 11, 2025 – Islamabad is bracing for a chilly Sunday, January 12, 2025, with freezing temperatures expected to grip the capital and its surroundings. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast cold and dry weather for Islamabad, with partly cloudy skies dominating the day.
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PMD Denies Reports of Unusual Winter Weather for Pakistan
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has dismissed reports circulating on social media suggesting unprecedented winter weather conditions for Pakistan in the coming days. The department clarified that these claims, including predictions of record-breaking cold and snowfall in central Punjab, are entirely baseless and unverified.
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PM Shehbaz Orders Swift Resolution of FBR Legal Cases
Islamabad, January 10, 2025 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, in a meeting held on Friday, emphasized the need for urgent measures to expedite the resolution of legal cases related to the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) and its revenue collection efforts. He directed relevant authorities to recruit highly skilled professionals for the appellate tribunals, aiming to clear the backlog of pending cases swiftly.
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