Islamabad, May 11, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is actively considering a significant increase in the federal excise duty (FED) on cigarettes in the upcoming 2025–26 budget, citing the severe health risks posed by smoking.
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Petroleum levy yields Rs834 billion for government in 9MFY25
Islamabad, May 10, 2025 – The federal government has reported a substantial increase in revenue collected from the petroleum levy, reaching a total of Rs834 billion during the first nine months (July–March) of the current fiscal year, according to official data released by the Ministry of Finance.
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PM Shehbaz vows major relief for citizens in budget 2025-26
Islamabad, May 9, 2025 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed the government’s commitment to providing meaningful relief to the masses in the upcoming budget for fiscal year 2025-26.
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Cambridge Cancels A and O Level Exams in Pakistan on May 9
Cambridge International Education has announced the cancellation of all exams scheduled for Friday, May 9, due to security concerns. The decision affects students across several regions in Pakistan, including Muzaffarabad, Mirpur, Islamabad Capital Territory, and the Punjab province.
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Punjab orders closure of schools amid rising Pak-India tensions
LAHORE, May 8, 2025 – In light of escalating military tensions between Pakistan and India, the Punjab government has announced a two-day closure of all schools and educational institutions across the province.
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British Council cancels exams in Lahore over security concerns
Lahore – May 8, 2025: The British Council has announced the cancellation of all exams scheduled in Lahore for Thursday, May 8, due to security concerns.
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NSC authorizes Armed Forces to respond to Indian aggression
Islamabad, May 7, 2025 — The National Security Committee (NSC) of Pakistan, chaired by Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, has authorized the Armed Forces to respond decisively to India’s unprovoked military aggression.
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Pakistan resumes full flight operations following Indian airstrikes
Islamabad, May 7, 2025 —Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) of Pakistan has officially restored full flight operations across major cities after a temporary suspension triggered by Indian overnight airstrikes on civilian areas.
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British Council confirms Cambridge exams to proceed as scheduled
Karachi, May 7, 2025 – Amid heightened tensions following the recent conflict between Pakistan and India, the British Council Pakistan has reassured students and schools that all Cambridge examinations will continue according to the previously announced schedule.
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Pakistan’s petroleum sales surge 32% year-on-year in April 2025
Karachi, May 5, 2025 – Pakistan’s petroleum sector experienced a notable rebound in April 2025, with sales of petroleum products by Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) reaching 1.46 million tons, marking a sharp 32% increase year-on-year (YoY) and a 20% rise month-on-month (MoM).
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