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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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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Pakistan set to revise petroleum prices for first half of June 2025
ISLAMABAD: The government of Pakistan is preparing to revise petroleum prices for the first half of June 2025, with a formal announcement today.
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Pakistan announces four-day public holidays for Eid-ul-Adha 2025
ISLAMABAD: The federal government of Pakistan has announced a four-day public holiday on the occasion of Eid-ul-Adha, allowing citizens across the country to celebrate the religious festival with ease and comfort.
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SBP issues list of 54 cattle markets for cashless payments
Karachi, May 30, 2025 – In a bid to modernize financial transactions and reduce dependency on physical cash during the high-transaction Eid-ul-Adha season, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has unveiled a comprehensive list of designated cattle markets across the country for enabling cashless payments.
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Parliamentarians urge tobacco tax hike to protect public health
A strong collective voice from parliamentarians, public health experts, and civil society leaders has called for a significant increase in tobacco taxation in Pakistan.
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Binance and Pakistan collaborate to shape blockchain future
Binance Academy, the educational arm of global crypto exchange Binance, has partnered with Pakistan’s Ministry of Information Technology and Telecom (MoITT) to launch a national blockchain education initiative aimed at reshaping the country’s digital future.
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Independent audit to assess sugar production cost, stabilize market
Islamabad, May 28, 2025 – In a strategic move aimed at enhancing transparency and ensuring fair pricing in the sugar industry, the federal government and sugar millers have reached a consensus to engage independent auditors for the assessment of sugar production costs.
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WHO warns Pakistan: raise tobacco tax or face disaster
Islamabad, May 27, 2025 – In a powerful and urgent appeal, the World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a dire warning to Pakistan: raise tobacco tax now or brace for even more staggering human and economic losses.
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PM Shehbaz vows economic strength, unity on Youm-e-Takbeer
As Pakistan commemorated the 27th anniversary of Youm-e-Takbeer on Wednesday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed the nation’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding sovereignty and transforming Pakistan into an economic powerhouse.
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