Islamabad, August 1, 2023 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has achieved remarkable success by surpassing the revenue collection target for July 2023, thanks to the implementation of new tax measures that came into effect at the beginning of the month.
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Inflation Spikes: Pakistan Grapples with 28.3% Surge in July
Islamabad, August 1, 2023 – The headline inflation in Pakistan witnessed a significant increase, reaching 28.3 percent in July 2023, based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) year-on-year comparison.
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Pakistan Shockingly Increases Petroleum Prices from August 1, 2023
Islamabad, August 1, 2023 – Pakistan has dealt a blow to its citizens by unexpectedly raising petroleum prices as of today. The Finance Minister, Ishaq Dar, announced an immediate increase in the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs 19.95 and Rs 19.90 per liter, respectively.
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Car Insurance Coverage in Pakistan at Just 3%: SECP Study Exposes Low Protection
Islamabad, August 1, 2023 – Car insurance coverage in Pakistan is shockingly low at a mere three percent, lagging far behind other major regional economies, according to a recent study conducted by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP).
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Pakistan and China Celebrate Completion of 10 Years of CPEC, Pledge Continued Cooperation
Islamabad, August 1, 2023 – A special ceremony was held on Monday, July 31, 2023, in Islamabad to mark the momentous occasion of the completion of the first decade of the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). High-level leadership from both Pakistan and China graced the event, demonstrating the significance of this milestone in bilateral cooperation.
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Return Filing Deadline Looms: File Your Income Tax Returns by September 30
Islamabad, August 1, 2023 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) in Pakistan has officially announced the last date for filing income tax returns for the tax year 2023.
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Hot and Humid Weather Forecast for August 1, 2023 in Pakistan
Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a weather forecast for August 1, 2023, predicting hot and humid conditions in most parts of the country.
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Today foreign currency rates in PKR – July 31, 2023
Here are today open market exchange rates of foreign currencies in Pakistani Rupee (PKR) in Pakistan on July 31, 2023.
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Thundershowers expected at scattered places of Pakistan – Weather Report July 31, 2023
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has released today’s weather forecast, indicating the likelihood of rain, wind, and thundershowers at scattered places across the country.
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Yaum-e-Ashur Observed Across Pakistan with Solemnity to Commemorate Hazrat Imam Hussain’s Sacrifice
Islamabad, July 29, 2023 – Today, the tenth day of Moharram-ul-Haram, known as Yaum-e-Ashur, was observed across Pakistan with solemnity and reverence to pay homage to the supreme sacrifice rendered by Hazrat Imam Hussain Razi Allah ho Ta’ala Anho and his devoted companions in the historic Battle of Karbala.
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