Karachi, June 8, 2025 — As the countdown to Budget 2025-26 intensifies, foreign tobacco players have launched a high-stakes pressure campaign on Pakistan, demanding the government roll back tax rates on deadly tobacco products — a move that could spell disaster for public health and national finances alike.
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FBR plans to block ATL benefits for nil filers in 2025-26 budget
In a decisive move to tighten the noose around tax dodgers, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has finalized a groundbreaking legal proposal aimed squarely at ‘nil filers’ — individuals and entities who submit income tax returns with zero declared income solely to gain benefits of the Active Taxpayers List (ATL).
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Summer inferno grips Punjab as mercury soars to record highs
June 9, 2025 — Punjab is officially sizzling under the ruthless grip of summer, with temperatures blazing across the province in what is being described as the hottest spell of the season.
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Manchester City close to £31m deal for Wolves Star Ait-Nouri
Manchester City are reportedly nearing the signing of Algerian left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri from Wolverhampton Wanderers in a deal valued at £31 million, including £5 million in performance-related add-ons. The 24-year-old defender is expected to undergo his medical examination this weekend, marking the final hurdle before the transfer is made official.
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Economic Survey of Pakistan 2024–25: A Preview
Islamabad, June 8, 2025 – The Government of Pakistan is set to unveil the Economic Survey 2024–25 on June 9, 2025, a key annual document that reviews the nation’s economic performance for the outgoing fiscal year.
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Gold and Silver Prices Today in Pakistan – June 8, 2025
The latest prices for gold and silver in Pakistan, as of 9:00 AM on June 8, 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 – June 8, 2025
Karachi, June 8, 2025 – The latest currency exchange rates in Pakistan, as observed in the open market at 8:30 AM today, show continued fluctuations in global and regional currencies against the Pakistani Rupee. These rates are significant for traders, investors, and overseas Pakistanis who monitor daily shifts in currency values for remittances and commercial purposes.
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Meghan Markle teases new beginnings with seaside snapshot
Meghan Markle sent fans into a wave of anticipation on Saturday evening with a dreamy seaside image shared on the Instagram account of her lifestyle brand, As Ever. The post, simple yet evocative, offered a subtle yet powerful teaser of what’s on the horizon for the Duchess of Sussex and her fast-growing brand.
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Miley Cyrus revisits past collaborations, eyes film festival debut
Miley Cyrus has been opening up about her evolving music journey, revisiting past albums and sharing new creative milestones. During her appearance on the latest episode of the Every Single Album podcast, Cyrus reflected on her 2020 album Plastic Hearts, particularly her collaboration with British pop star Dua Lipa on the track “Prisoner.”
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Islamabad weather update for June 8, 2025
Islamabad, June 7, 2025 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a fresh weather update for Islamabad, warning of extremely hot and dry conditions for Sunday, June 8, 2025. The capital city is expected to experience intense daytime heat, with temperatures climbing significantly above seasonal averages.
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