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Cellular Phone Services Suspended in Karachi

August 26, 2024August 26, 2024Hamza Shahnawaz

Karachi, August 26, 2024 – The Sindh government has suspended cellular phone services across all major cities of the province, including Karachi, in observance of the Chehlum of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA).

Mobile Phone Imports Plummet 77% in July Due to Soaring Taxes

August 17, 2024August 17, 2024Hamza Shahnawaz

Karachi, August 17, 2024 – Mobile phone imports in Pakistan have witnessed a staggering 77% decline on a month-on-month (MoM) basis in July 2024, according to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS).

FBR Imposes 25% Sales Tax on Imported Mobile Phones

July 25, 2024July 25, 2024Shahnawaz Akhter

Karachi, July 25, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced new sales tax rates on imported mobile phones, effective immediately. The revised tax structure, introduced through amendments in the Finance Act of 2024, aims to regulate the import and sale of mobile phones in Pakistan.

Pakistan Spends Rs 535 Billion on Mobile Phone Imports in FY24

July 21, 2024July 21, 2024Hamza Shahnawaz

Karachi, July 21, 2024 – Pakistan has recorded an unprecedented expenditure of Rs 535 billion on the import of mobile phones during the fiscal year 2023-24, as reported by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). This marks a substantial 291 percent increase from the Rs 137 billion spent in the preceding fiscal year.

Local Manufacturers Push for Ban on Mobile Phone Imports

July 10, 2024July 10, 2024Hamza Shahnawaz

Pakistan’s mobile phone manufacturers have petitioned the government to ban the import of used phones.

Pakistan Sees 55% Mobile Phone Production Growth in May 2024

June 21, 2024June 21, 2024Hamza Shahnawaz

Pakistan has recorded a remarkable 55% growth in mobile phones manufacturing year-on-year (YoY) in May 2024, according to the latest data from the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA).

Corning Unveils Gorilla Glass 7i for Mid-Range Smartphones

June 5, 2024June 5, 2024Hamza Shahnawaz

Corning has introduced its latest innovation, Gorilla Glass 7i. This new glass variant is specifically designed for value and intermediate devices, promising enhanced durability and scratch resistance compared to previous models.

FBR Proposes Sales Tax on Mobile Phones in Budget 2024-25

June 4, 2024June 4, 2024Shahnawaz Akhter

PkRevenue.com – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has proposed levying a sales tax on mobile phones assembled in Pakistan within the upcoming budget for 2024-25.

Pakistan Reports 10.85 Million Mobile Phones Made Locally

May 30, 2024May 8, 2026Hamza Shahnawaz

PkRevenue.cm – Mobile phone manufacturing sector in Pakistan has reported a significant milestone, with locally produced mobile phones reaching 10.85 million units during the first four months of 2024.

Pakistan Spends Rs 414 Billion on Mobile Phones Import

May 18, 2024May 18, 2024Hamza Shahnawaz

Karachi, May 18, 2024 – Pakistan has recorded a massive expenditure on mobile phones import, amounting to over Rs 414 billion during the first ten months (July – April) of the fiscal year 2023-24.

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