Islamabad, April 18, 2025 – In a notable economic development, Pakistan has registered deflation in its Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) on a Year-on-Year (YoY) basis for the week ending April 17, 2025.
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Islamabad Weather: PMD Predicts Thundershower and Hail
Islamabad, April 18, 2025 – Residents of Islamabad and its adjacent areas are advised to prepare for a spell of inclement weather as the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a forecast of significant weather activity for Saturday, April 19, 2025.
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PM Shehbaz Launches Performance System for FBR Officers
Islamabad, April 18, 2025 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday inaugurated the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR)’s newly developed Performance Management System and urged tax officers to contribute with passion and dedication toward building a debt-free Pakistan.
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Weather Alert: Hailstorms, Thunderstorms Forecast for Islamabad
Islamabad, April 17, 2025 – The National Disaster Management Authority’s (NDMA) National Emergencies Operation Center (NEOC) has issued a comprehensive weather advisory warning of severe conditions expected to hit various parts of the country on the evenings of Friday and Saturday (April 18–19, 2025).
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Islamabad Weather Shifts, Temperatures Set to Decline
Islamabad, April 17, 2025: After enduring several days of intense heat, residents of Islamabad can finally expect a much-needed break from the hot weather, as temperatures are projected to gradually decline over the next few days. This change in weather will bring a noticeable shift in daily conditions, providing some relief to those struggling with the recent heatwave.
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PALSP Raises Alarm Over EFS Tax Amendments for Steel Sector
Islamabad, April 17, 2025 – The Pakistan Association of Large Steel Producers (PALSP) has voiced serious reservations regarding the Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) proposed changes to the tax framework governing the Export Facilitation Scheme (EFS) for the steel industry.
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Pakistan Abolishes Nearly 31,000 Jobs in Rightsizing Drive
Islamabad, April 17, 2025 – In a major step towards administrative reform, the government of Pakistan has abolished approximately 31,000 jobs across various federal departments as part of an ongoing rightsizing initiative.
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Tax Exempt Salary Income May Be Raised to Rs800,000 in Budget
Islamabad, April 16, 2025 – In a move aimed at providing much-needed relief to the salaried class, the federal government is reportedly considering increasing the salary tax exemption threshold from the current Rs600,000 to Rs800,000 in the upcoming 2025-26 budget.
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Rain Forecast for Murree, Galiyat Amid Hot Spell in Punjab
Islamabad, April 16, 2025 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted a change in weather for the scenic hills of Punjab, as rain is expected in Murree, Galiyat, and surrounding areas on Thursday, April 17, 2025.
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Citizens Disappointed as Pakistan Raises Petroleum Levy
Islamabad – April 16, 2025: Citizens are disappointed because despite a sharp decline in global oil prices, the government of Pakistan has chosen to raise the petroleum levy and keep domestic fuel prices unchanged for the second half of April — a move that has drawn strong criticism from citizens across the country.
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