ISLAMABAD – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Pakistan will formally begin their review of the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) on Monday, September 29, in a process that carries major implications for the country’s economic stability.
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Pakistan and India set for historic Asia Cup 2025 final
Dubai, September 25, 2025 – Pakistan secured a thrilling 11-run victory over Bangladesh on Thursday, confirming their place in the highly anticipated Asia Cup 2025 final against arch-rivals India on Sunday, September 28.
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Pakistan greenlights import of used vehicles, adds RD
Islamabad, September 24, 2025 – In a significant policy shift, Pakistan has formally allowed the commercial import of used vehicles, while simultaneously introducing stricter regulatory measures and additional duties to ensure compliance with international standards.
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SBP launches new markup subsidy scheme for housing finance
Karachi, September 24, 2025 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has announced a major initiative aimed at promoting affordable housing finance in the country. The scheme, introduced under the government’s “Mera Ghar – Mera Ashiana” program, seeks to make home ownership more accessible for citizens, especially first-time buyers.
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2025 tax return filing stopped in Pakistan after abrupt IRIS update
Karachi, September 24, 2025 – A storm of confusion has erupted across Pakistan as tax practitioners have abruptly stopped the filing of annual income tax returns for the year 2025.
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FBR extends deadlines for e-invoice compliance
Islamabad, September 24, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has officially extended the deadlines for the implementation of electronic invoice issuance, granting additional time to businesses and taxpayers to integrate with the online FBR portal.
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World Bank warns of rising poverty in Pakistan
Islamabad, September 23, 2025 – The World Bank has sounded the alarm over Pakistan’s worsening economic challenges, highlighting a troubling reversal in the country’s fight against poverty.
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Gold prices top Rs398,800 per tola in Pakistan
Karachi, September 23, 2025 – The gold prices in Pakistan continued their upward trend on Tuesday, hitting an all-time high of Rs398,800 per tola in the local bullion market. This sharp rise is being linked to global uncertainties and heightened geopolitical tensions.
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PM Shehbaz in New York for UNGA 80th Session
NEW YORK, September 23, 2025 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has arrived in New York to lead Pakistan’s delegation at the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) during the High-Level Week.
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FBR plans record rewards for whistleblowers on tax dodgers
Islamabad, September 22, 2025 – In a dramatic move to unearth the mountain of undeclared wealth hidden in Pakistan’s shadow economy, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is preparing a mega increase in rewards for whistleblowers, transforming them into a new front-line force in the battle against tax evasion.
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