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- NEPRA raises electricity tariff by Rs2.37 per unit for November 2026 bills
Consumers of K-Electric and former WAPDA distribution companies will face an additional fuel cost adjustment of Rs2.3673 per unit, while lifeline and prepaid consumers are exempt. - Khurram Ijaz raises alarm over widening trade deficit
BMPP General Secretary urges government to reduce energy costs, rationalise taxes and improve the business environment to boost exports. - Pakistan introduces LPG auction system, caps daily allocation at 20 tonnes per company
Government reserves 10% of indigenous LPG production for state-owned marketing companies serving remote areas, while 90% will be sold through transparent auctions. - KSE-100 surges 4.5% in remarkable PSX weekly rally to 173,887 points
Pakistan’s benchmark index gains 7,478 points as falling international oil prices and improved investor sentiment support the stock market; CPI inflation eases to 9.6%. - FBR sets record-keeping rules for PSX investors for Tax Year 2027
Investors must maintain separate brokerage account records, fortnightly broker and CDC statements, securities holdings and details of all fund deposits and withdrawals. - FBR disallows capital loss adjustment in wash sales, cross trades and tax swaps for 2027
The tax authority has identified three types of transactions in which investors cannot claim capital losses to offset taxable gains under Section 37A of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001. - FBR explains FIFO method, capital loss carry-forward and derivatives tax rules for 2027
The FBR has clarified FIFO accounting, adjustment and carry-forward of capital losses, and calculation methods for futures, options, borrowed shares and leveraged securities. - FBR clarifies 182-day and 365-day securities holding period rules for Tax Year 2027
The tax authority has clarified how holding periods are calculated for securities, short positions and futures contracts under Section 37A of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001. - FBR explains acquisition and disposal of securities rules for Tax Year 2027
The Federal Board of Revenue has clarified acceptable methods of acquiring and disposing of securities and the documentary evidence required to calculate capital gains tax under Section 37A. - Mohammed Shami retires from Test cricket after taking 229 wickets in 64 matches
The 36-year-old Indian fast bowler ends his red-ball career with 229 wickets, six five-wicket hauls and a lasting legacy in international cricket. - Karachi weather update: Temperature set to fall to 34°C by Monday
AccuWeather forecasts a gradual decline in daytime temperatures from 37°C on Saturday to 34°C by Monday, while sunny conditions are expected to continue. - Maggie Gyllenhaal calls Penelope Cruz a ‘brilliant’ actress after The Bride! collaboration
The filmmaker praises Cruz’s powerful and vulnerable performance in The Bride!, while the Oscar-winning actress also shares her admiration for Gyllenhaal’s direction. - Olivia Rodrigo makes Spotify history as new album breaks SOUR record
The pop superstar’s latest album, you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love, has surpassed her debut record by spending 18 weeks at number one on Spotify’s global… Read more: Olivia Rodrigo makes Spotify history as new album breaks SOUR record - Harry Styles sparks James Bond casting debate as fans react to rumours
The former One Direction singer is reportedly among the contenders to play the next 007, but fans are divided over his suitability for the iconic role. - ECP sets December 31 deadline for politicians to declare assets
Parliamentarians and provincial assembly members must submit Form-B declarations covering their own, spouses’ and dependent children’s assets and liabilities for the 2025-26 financial year. - Turkish seismic vessel set to reach Karachi, reviving Pakistan offshore exploration
Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik reviews operational and security arrangements as Türkiye’s offshore exploration vessel prepares to arrive between November 17 and 20 after nearly two decades. - Pakistan launches online ship and boat registration system
Maritime Affairs Minister Junaid Anwar Chaudhry says vessel owners can now apply for registration online, while electronic payment facilities are expected within 15 days. - Supreme Court upholds permanent confiscation of truck used for smuggling
Pakistan’s top court overturns Peshawar High Court and Customs Tribunal rulings, holding that an FBR notification bars the release of vehicles used to transport smuggled goods against a fine. - Pakistan petrol price falls by Rs31.91, diesel drops Rs24.96 in one week
Petrol price declines to Rs346 per litre and high-speed diesel to Rs378 as falling international oil benchmarks provide relief to consumers. - Apple iPhone Duo latest prices in Pakistan from November 6, 2026
Mercantile lists the foldable iPhone from Rs899,999, with the top-end 2TB variant priced at Rs1.39 million and carrying official warranty coverage.