ISLAMABAD – September 14, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is ramping up its efforts to ensure timely collection of advance tax payments from banks and the corporate sector as it aims to meet its quarterly revenue target of Rs2.652 trillion for the fiscal year 2024-25.
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Pakistan Set to Slash Petroleum Prices for 2nd Half of September
ISLAMABAD – September 14, 2024 – As international oil prices continue their downward trend, the Pakistani government is preparing to implement a significant reduction in fuel prices for the second half of September 2024.
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Oil Marketing Association, Commerce Plan Growth in Balochistan
Karachi, September 14, 2024 – The Oil Marketing Association of Pakistan, under the leadership of Senior Vice Chairman Tariq Mehmood, met with Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan on Saturday to discuss the expansion and development of the fuel oil industry in Balochistan.
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National Savings Announces Sharp Cut in Profit Rates
Karachi, September 13, 2024 – The Central Directorate of National Savings (CDNS) announced a significant reduction in profit rates for various savings certificates and accounts on Friday, following the State Bank of Pakistan’s (SBP) decision to cut its key policy rate.
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Petroleum Prices in Pakistan Dip 15% YoY in September: PBS
Islamabad, September 13, 2024 – The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) has reported a notable decline in petroleum prices for September 2024, with diesel and petrol prices falling by 15.64% and 15.03% year-on-year (YoY), respectively.
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PM Shehbaz Directs Measures to Boost SMEs Profitability
Islamabad, September 13, 2024 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called for immediate measures to enhance the profitability of small and medium enterprises (SMEs), emphasizing their pivotal role in driving national economic growth.
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ADB Okays $320 Million for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Road Upgrade
Islamabad, September 13, 2024 – The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a loan of $320 million to support the rehabilitation and development of roads in the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Pakistan. This investment aims to improve safe, all-weather connectivity for rural areas, enhancing access to essential services such as education, healthcare, and markets.
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Government Imposes Penalties on Voluntary Retirement
Islamabad, September 12, 2024 – The government has announced the imposition of penalties on voluntary retirement for federal employees, as per a notification issued by the Ministry of Finance.
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Today Pakistan Weather – September 12, 2024
Islamabad, September 12, 2024 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has released its weather report for Thursday, September 12, 2024.
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Finance Division Issues Regulations for Special Family Pension
Islamabad, September 11, 2024 – The Finance Division has introduced new regulations concerning the special family pension scheme, as part of reforms aimed at improving support for the families of deceased pensioners.
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