KARACHI, April 29, 2025 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is widely expected to lower its benchmark policy rate by 50 basis points, bringing it down to 11.5% during its next monetary policy announcement scheduled for May 5.
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Non-filers likely to face transaction restrictions in upcoming budget
Islamabad, April 29, 2025 – The federal government is expected to introduce stringent measures targeting non-filers in the upcoming budget 2025–26, with new legislation likely to restrict their ability to carry out economic transactions.
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Gold and Silver Prices Today in Pakistan – April 29, 2025
The latest prices for gold and silver in Pakistan, as of 9:00 AM on April 29, 2025, have been updated and are as follows, along with the previous closing prices in the bullion market:
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Latest Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan – April 29, 2025
Karachi, April 29, 2025 – The latest currency exchange rates in Pakistan opened with moderate fluctuations in major foreign currencies, reflecting ongoing global economic trends and market sentiment.
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FBR chairman rallies tax officials to boost revenue collection
ISLAMABAD, April 29, 2025 — Rashid Mahmood Langrial, Chairman of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), has urged tax officials across the country to utilize their full potential to bring transparency to their operations and significantly boost revenue collection.
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Podcast bombshell: Meghan Markle stirs new royal family feud
Meghan Markle has once again found herself at the center of controversy following her first-ever podcast interview, which aired on April 28.
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Dua Lipa faces backlash over Easter photos featuring starfish
Pop superstar Dua Lipa has found herself at the center of controversy after sharing what were meant to be joyful Easter holiday memories.
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SBP advocates reducing tax burden on salaried individuals
KARACHI, April 29, 2025 — The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has strongly recommended that the government prioritize policies aimed at broadening the tax base and reducing the tax burden on salaried individuals and other documented sectors of the economy.
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Pakistan imports 368-kg gold, spending jumps 67% in 9MFY25
Islamabad, April 28, 2025 – Pakistan’s gold imports have witnessed a substantial increase during the first nine months (July–March) of the fiscal year 2024-25.
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Refining tax policy essential to reducing cash circulation: SBP
Karachi, April 28, 2025 — The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has emphasized the urgent need to refine tax policy to avoid unintended consequences that fuel higher cash circulation (CiC) in the economy.
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