Islamabad, June 26, 2025 – A powerful chorus of voices echoed through the National Assembly on Thursday as Members of the National Assembly (MNAs) united in their call for the continuation of the tax exemption for the merged tribal districts—formerly known as FATA—and the Provincially Administered Tribal Areas (PATA).
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Sindh enforces Section 144 for Muharram security measures
Karachi, June 26, 2025 – The Sindh government has announced strict security measures ahead of Muharram, imposing Section 144 across the province from the 1st to the 10th of the Islamic month.
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PM Shehbaz orders tax relief on agricultural machinery
Islamabad, June 25, 2025 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to reduce taxation on agricultural machinery and tools, in a significant move aimed at energizing Pakistan’s agriculture sector.
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Pakistan assures ample petroleum reserves amid regional tensions
Islamabad, June 23, 2025 – Amid rising regional tensions following the Iran-Israel conflict, the Government of Pakistan has assured the public that the country possesses ample reserves of petroleum products and there is no threat of shortage.
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Minister orders uninterrupted electricity supply during Muharram
Islamabad, June 22, 2025 – In preparation for the upcoming sacred month of Muharram, Federal Minister for Power Division, Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari, has directed all electricity distribution companies (DISCOs) to implement urgent and comprehensive measures to guarantee uninterrupted electricity supply during the observance period.
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Senate proposes major relief on salary tax in Finance Bill 2025
Islamabad, June 21, 2025 — In a move aimed at providing relief to salaried individuals, the Senate of Pakistan has recommended increasing the tax exemption threshold on salary income from the existing Rs600,000 to Rs1.2 million per annum.
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National Assembly recommends new electricity provider in Karachi
Islamabad, June 21, 2025 – The National Assembly Standing Committee on Government Assurances has formally recommended that the federal government explore the induction of a new electricity provider in Karachi, aiming to introduce competition and improve power services in Pakistan’s largest metropolitan city.
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Pakistan enforces new CNIC rules to enhance identity transparency
Islamabad, June 20, 2025 – In a landmark move to modernize its identity management infrastructure, Pakistan has officially enforced new rules governing the issuance and regulation of the Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC), aimed at ensuring enhanced transparency, security, and efficiency across the national database.
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ICMAP suggests 90-day oil reserves amid Iran-Israel conflict
Karachi, June 20, 2025 – The Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Pakistan (ICMAP) has urged the government to build up 90-day oil reserves as a strategic response to the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict, which has triggered serious concerns about regional energy security and economic stability.
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Senators disapprove carbon levy proposed in Finance Bill 2025
Islamabad, June 20, 2025 – A storm is brewing in Pakistan’s Parliament as lawmakers in the Senate have strongly opposed the proposed carbon levy included in the Finance Bill 2025-26.
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