PM Seeks Saudi Support as Pakistan Heads UN Security Council Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Saudi Ambassador Nawaf bin Saeed Al Malkiy in Islamabad. He warmly remembered his recent phone call with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on June 24, where they talked about the situation in the region. The prime minister sent […]
PM Shehbaz Reviews FBR Reforms and Revenue Growth Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif led a high-level meeting to review progress on the reforms and digitalization of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). During the meeting, officials shared that the government collected Rs 865 billion more in taxes compared to last year. This is eight times more […]
The government has decided to take strong action to control sugar prices and make sure there is enough supply for everyone. This decision was made in a high-level meeting. Officials said they will not allow sugar prices to rise unfairly, and anyone selling sugar at high prices or hiding it to create a shortage will […]
While flying on Air Force One, Donald Trump talked to reporters and criticized Japan. He said Japan doesn’t buy enough American rice, and there is an unfair trade situation when it comes to cars between the two countries. Trump said, “I don’t think we’ll make a deal with Japan. They are very tough.” Back in […]
Islamabad to Become a Smart City Using New Technology Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja said that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif wants to turn Islamabad into a smart city by using modern technology. She said the Ministry of IT is working on many important projects to improve internet access, online education, and healthcare services. Better Internet for […]
The Prime Minister said that both the government and private companies should work together to help international tourists visit Pakistan’s beautiful places. He said this while leading a meeting about improving tourism in the country. He also said special efforts should be made to support local tourism so that more people from within Pakistan visit […]
According to Iranian media, in a phone conversation on Sunday with Field Marshal General Asim Munir, Chairman of the Chief of Staff of Iran’s Armed Forces, General Mousavi acknowledged Islamabad’s solidarity and discussed ongoing defense cooperation following the ceasefire declared on June 24. Describing the war as “unprovoked aggression,” the Iranian commander stated that the […]
The International Day of Parliamentarism is observed every year on June 30, reaffirming our global commitment to strengthening democratic institutions. The day also celebrates the vital role of parliaments in promoting inclusive governance, ensuring meaningful representation of women and youth, and embracing technological innovation in legislative practices. Sharif, in his message, said that “Our Parliament […]
There are six income tax slabs for the salaried individuals added to the Finance Bill. According to the bill, individuals earning up to Rs600,000 annually will be completely exempt from income tax in the budget 2025-26. In the second slab, those earning between Rs600,001 and Rs1.2 million per annum will pay 1% income tax on […]
The two-day SCO defence ministers’ summit has begun in Qingdao, located in China’s eastern Shandong Province. Beijing has long sought to present the 10-member Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) as a counterweight to Western-led power blocs and has pushed to strengthen collaboration between its member countries in politics, security, trade and science. The Qingdao meeting of […]
