According to sources, the IMF has insisted on maintaining the 10% sales tax on stationery items, leading to a significant increase in prices, despite efforts by the government. Sources said that the tax increase has resulted in a 15% rise in the prices of stationery items, affecting students, businesses, and the general public. The tax […]
The supply was halted in the wake of the newly imposed Federal Excise Duty (FED) of Rs 15 per kilogram of sugar. The sale of sugar at Utility Stores in Islamabad has resumed, the sources privy to the development said, and added, that supply will resume to USC across the country in a day or […]
The ratification comes a day after the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) challenged the bill, which has retrospective amendments to the Elections Act 2017, in the Supreme Court. PTI chairman Barrister Gohar filed a constitutional petition under Article 184(3) of the Constitution, requesting the court to declare the amendment act null and void, citing it as unconstitutional […]
Nadeem, the sole hope of Pakistan for a medal in the ongoing games, qualified in the final round of the Javelin throw earlier today with an 86.59-meter throw in his first attempt. He eased past into the final round, finishing fourth, while India’s Neeraj Chopra topped the charts with a massive 89.34-meter throw. “I want […]
Bilateral payment delays were high on the agenda when President Vladimir Putin visited China in May and although workarounds have emerged, such as using small, regional Chinese banks whose activities are harder for Washington to detect, payment issues remain. Barter trading would allow Moscow and Beijing to circumvent payment issues, reduce the visibility Western regulators […]
Britain has been hit by a series of riots that erupted early last week after three young girls were killed in a knife attack in Southport, northwest England, triggering a wave of false messaging online that wrongly identified the suspected killer as an Islamist migrant. Posts online had said far-right, anti-Muslim protesters would target a […]
According to the PIA spokesperson, the 14 percent discount will be applicable on bookings made between August 1 and August 14 this year. The PIA spokesperson confirmed that the travel period for flights from Toronto to Pakistan must be between August 15 and November 14 to avail of this discount. It is worth noting that […]
This move aims to streamline taxation and generate additional revenue from outbound labor migration. According to a notification issued by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), under clause (b) of serial number 3 of the first schedule of the Federal Excise Act, 2005, a fixed tax of Rs 5,000 will be levied on air tickets […]
The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development of Saudi Arabia announced that changes involve revising 38 articles, deleting seven, and adding two new articles to the Labor Law. These amendments align with the Saudi employment market strategy and international agreements ratified by the Kingdom. The new regulations will take effect 180 days after their […]
Monal Restaurant remains one of the most popular dining spots in Islamabad, known for its stunning views and diverse menu. A recent post shared on Monal’s social site confirmed its closure next month. “It’s time to say Goodbye. As per Honorable SCP directions, we are closing on 11/09/2024,” the post said. Maybe an image of […]
