Islamabad, June 2, 2025 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast a possible thunderstorm in Islamabad on Tuesday, June 3, bringing a slight break from the persistent hot and dry weather conditions.
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Tax on bank deposits likely to Increase in Budget 2025-26
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is considering a proposal to increase tax rates on profit earned from bank deposits in the upcoming federal budget for 2025-26.
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Pakistan’s top leadership stresses public relief in budget 2025–26
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif convened a high-level meeting on Sunday at the Governor’s House in Lahore, where the focus remained firmly on ensuring meaningful relief for the common man in the upcoming budget for the fiscal year 2025–26.
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IMF presses FBR to offset salaried class tax relief in FY26 budget
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has asked the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to submit alternate taxation proposals if the government proceeds with its planned tax relief for the salaried class in the upcoming federal budget for 2025–26.
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Sindh opposes IMF proposal for increased agricultural taxes
Karachi, June 1, 2025 – The Sindh government has firmly opposed the latest demand by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to impose more taxes on the agricultural sector, warning that such measures could severely harm farmers and threaten the country’s food security.
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Lahore High Court issues landmark ruling on tax recovery
Lahore, June 1, 2025 – The Lahore High Court has issued a detailed judgment clarifying the legal process regarding the recovery of tax arrears and the initiation of criminal proceedings against taxpayers.
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Mercury may slide in Islamabad but weather remains very hot
Islamabad, June 1, 2025 – Although a slight dip in temperatures is expected over the coming days, the weather in Islamabad will remain very hot, according to the latest forecast by AccuWeather.
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Petrol price in Pakistan increases by Re1 today
Islamabad, June 1, 2025 – The government of Pakistan announced on Saturday a slight increase of Re1 per liter in petrol prices for the upcoming fortnight, effective from June 1.
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Islamabad weather update for Sunday, June 1, 2025
Islamabad, May 31, 2025 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued its latest Islamabad weather update for Sunday, June 1, 2025.
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Pakistan faces tobacco epidemic with 23 million smokers
As the world observes World No Tobacco Day, alarming statistics have emerged highlighting the persistent threat of tobacco use in Pakistan. According to newly released data, over 23 million people in Pakistan are active consumers of tobacco products, underscoring a major health crisis.
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