FBR Cracks Down on Social Media Users Flaunting Wealth Without Paying Taxes ISLAMABAD — The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is targeting social media users who showcase lavish lifestyles online but have failed to file their income tax returns, according to sources within the tax authority. Insiders revealed that the FBR’s Social Media Monitoring Team […]
Nepal Lifts Social Media Ban Following Deadly Protests Kathmandu — The Nepalese government has lifted the social media ban it imposed last week, Cabinet spokesperson and Communications Minister Prithvi Subba Gurung confirmed. The decision comes after violent protests on Monday, which left 19 people dead and more than 100 injured. The demonstrations, led by young […]
Nepal Social Media Ban Sparks Deadly Protests Across the Country Kathmandu, Nepal — Several major social media platforms, including Facebook, YouTube, and X, have been blocked in Nepal since Friday after the government restricted 26 unregistered sites, sparking widespread anger and confusion among users. The protests have turned deadly. “So far, 10 protesters have died […]
According to details, the ECC, chaired by Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, will discuss an 11-point agenda and is expected to approve Rs 1 billion for the issuance of the Pakistan Social Impact Bond. Meanwhile, the Pakistan Infrastructure Development Company is expected to get a grant worth Rs. 1.88 billion. Other items […]
This initiative is designed to safeguard the Red Sea, empower local communities, and facilitate a shift towards a blue economy, in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030 and the newly established national priorities for research, development, and innovation (RDI), particularly focusing on sustainable environmental practices and essential needs. During the announcement, the Crown Prince highlighted Saudi […]
As per details, the FIA conducted a raid at Orya’s residence in DHA phase 6, Lahore, and arrested him. The FIA spokesperson stated that the accused will be presented before the court to seek his physical remand over his alleged crime. It is pertinent to mention here that Section 11 of PECA addresses the offense […]
The much-awaited trailer of Akshay Kumar’s next comedy flick, the genre he is best at, was released over the past weekend, and the viewers were quick to make out that ‘Khel Khel Mein’ is yet another remake, adding to his filmography. The makers of the film have drawn inspiration for the premise – based on […]
Nigerian online fraudsters, known as “Yahoo boys,” are notorious for scams that range from passing themselves off as people in financial need or Nigerian princes offering an outstanding return on an investment. Meta said in a statement the 63,000 accounts were on Instagram, adding that it had also removed 7,200 Facebook accounts, pages, and groups […]
The Shehbaz Sharif-led government and the IMF reached a three-year, $7 billion aid package deal on Saturday, providing much-needed respite to the nation. This agreement marks a critical step towards stabilizing Pakistan’s economy, which has been under severe strain. Moody’s commented that the new IMF programme would enhance Pakistan’s (Caa3 stable) funding prospects. However, Moody […]
The world’s second-largest economy is grappling with a real estate debt crisis, weakening consumption, and an ageing population. Trade tensions with the United States and the European Union, which have sought to limit Beijing’s access to sensitive technology, are also dragging growth down. And on Monday, official statistics showed the economy grew by only 4.7 […]
