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FBR seeks proposals to phase out tax exemptions
FBR seeks reforms in income tax, sales tax, and customs; proposals from stakeholders are due by 31 January 2025.
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Jail officials blocking access to Imran Khan: Marwat
Sher Afzal asks why the government can't facilitate basic meetings for Imran Khan amid ongoing talks.
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Sindh introduces EV taxis for unemployed youth
The new EV taxi scheme in Sindh seeks to support young people with sustainable income.
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Father set on fire by daughters over alleged rape in Gujranwala
The girls took petrol from a motorcycle and set their father on fire as he slept, a senior police official said.
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Pakistan to host global conference on girls' education from Jan 11
The event, organised by the education ministry, will address challenges, opportunities in girls’ education worldwide.
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Fixed burial rate of Rs14,300 announced for cemeteries in Karachi
Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab ordered banners in cemeteries displaying KMC’s fixed burial rates to prevent overcharging.
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Student places Rs1,000 in answer sheet, requesting board to pass him
BIEK chairman reveals several students wrote down songs, stories in answer sheets.
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American national pays Rs6m for Punjab urial trophy hunting
Ministry of Climate Change issued 16 hunting permits for urial trophy hunting, generating $3.28 million in revenue.
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World's most powerful passports of 2025: Where does Pakistan stand?
Henley & Partners, ranks passports based on number of destinations their holders can access without prior visa
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Sikandar Sultan Raja's term as CEC ends on Jan 26
Sindh and Balochistan members retire January 26, but duties continue under the 26th Amendment until new appointments.
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Lahore's first smog control tower ineffective, experts say
Lahore would need 20,000 smog towers, which are costly and inefficient, exceeding the expense of curbing emissions.
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K-Electric to reduce electricity prices for January
The decision allows for reduction of Rs0.492 per unit, which will be applied to customer bills in January.
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Pakistan to honour IMF commitments, but excessive taxes unsustainable: PM
Prime minister says Pakistan will part ways with the IMF "when the time is right."
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Imran Khan allows written submission of PTI's demands: Ali Zafar
Party founder not seekinghis own release, confident of winning court cases as charges are baseless, says PTI senator.
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Qatar Airways refutes Pakistan office closure reports
The clarification follows reports suggesting Qatar Airways had closed its offices in Pakistan.
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Qatar Airways refutes reports of office closures in Pakistan
The closure of the offices was attributed to the airline's efforts to cut administrative costs.
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Daughter, accomplice arrested over Rs8m home robbery in Pindi
The culprits had planned to flee abroad with the stolen money in a few days, investigation revealed.
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Garbage dumping fine comes under fire
20,000 tons of garbage is generated in Karachi every day, 50 per cent of which is not collected
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PM Shehbaz Sharif reaches Karachi on day-long visit
Shehbaz Sharif arrives in Karachi for one day visit
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Which vehicles will be allowed on Malir Expressway?
The expressway will open for traffic this week
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Seven officials suspended at driving license branch in Karachi over corruption
Inspector General (IG) Sindh, Ghulam Nabi Memon, took swift action after receiving reports of malpractice.
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ATC declares K-P CM Gandapur absconder in protest case
ATC also declared former Punjab Assembly parliamentarian Umar Tanveer Butt as an absconder.
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Gold prices continue to rise in global and local markets
Despite the rise in gold prices, the price of silver remained stable.
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PTI to engage in third session of talks with govt: Barrister Gohar
The PTI chairman emphasised commitment to dialogue while ensuring their demands are clearly conveyed.
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Access to Imran becomes sticking point in talks
PTI says no charter of demands without consultation with party founder
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IMF rejects govt proposal to cut sales tax on electricity bills
The IMF's decision came after the Ministry of Energy made a formal request to the Fund.
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WATCH: Rare young goat with long ears sold for over Rs4 million
The goat, known for its distinct features, became the centrepiece of a special auction held exclusively for its sale
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Fatima Fertilizer celebrates the sixth Kissan Day as a national triumph for Pakistan’s farmers
This day recognises Pakistan's farmers' resiliency and dedication, highlighting their achievements and struggles
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Pakistan records first polio case of 2025
In 2024, Pakistan recorded a total of 68 polio cases.
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May 9 suspects not linked to military: SC judge
A seven-member constitutional bench, led by Justice Aminuddin Khan, is hearing the case
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Govt moves to cut electricity tariffs
Govt also mulls passing benefits of revised IPP contracts
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Dar assures PPP of removing its reservations
Dar dashed to the Aiwan-e-Sadr and met President Asif Zardari and PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari late on Tuesday.
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Federal ministries fail to meet disclosure law
Over one-third of the ministries did not respond to information requests as required by the law.
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Gwadar Port to handle 60% public sector trade
Shehbaz says efforts afoot to reduce electricity tariff
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Punjab Apex Committee backs madrassa registration
Forum briefed on expansion of Safe City Project to all districts
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NAB court issues no verdict in 2024
Sources attribute change to broader structural overhaul
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Hunt begins for chairmen of eight education boards
Search Committee will start interviewing aspiring candidates from Jan 9
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'Executive can't perform judiciary's role'
Justice Mandokhail says Pakistan Army Act of 1952 applies only to armed forces personnel
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Edhi halts Kurram relief op
Edhi halts Kurram relief op
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Officials failing to return vehicles will face FIRs
Participants of the meeting suggested various proposals to ensure cut in expenses by using government vehicles.
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65 govt departments to be downsized
Defence ministry, judiciary also in line
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Autopsy reveals Sonia died of lungs infection
The tests revealed that Sonia suffered from tuberculosis and other bacterial infections.
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Karachi shivers on coldest night of season
Mithi town in Thar records 0 degrees Celsius.
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Security guard found dead
The police handed over the body to the heirs of the deceased after investigations.
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House gutted in fire
No casualties or injuries have been reported so far.
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Malir Expressway opens Friday
CM Murad Ali Shah will inaugurate the first section of the unique high-speed corridor Malir Expressway
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Ahmadzai Wazir tribe rejects visa policy
Jirga calls for free passage across Pak-Afghan border.
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Suspected kidnapper taken into custody
Saddar police registered a case and arrested Zulfiqar Ahmed
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Conference marks poet's anniversary
The conference was organised by PAC in collaboration with the International Shah Hamdan Association.
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Doctors get 150 'Maryam Clinic' contract letters
Chief minister announces plan to launch motorcycle mini-clinics.