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FBR urges to end special tax treatment for banks, calls for uniform tax rules

Pakistan, June 20 -- The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) Chairman Rashid Mahmood Langrial has urged the Senate Standing Committee on Finance to abolish the special tax treatment given to banks. He reco... Read More


US resumes student visas with social media caveat

Pakistan, June 20 -- The United States has resumed the suspended process for foreign student visa applications, but with a new requirement: applicants must make their social media profiles public to a... Read More


48,394 killed in conflicts during 2024: UN report

Pakistan, June 20 -- A new international report has revealed a 40 percent surge in civilian deaths resulting from armed conflicts around the world in 2024. Issued today by the United Nations Human Rig... Read More


Pakistan surpasses 200 million telecom subscribers, marks digital milestone with free data offer

Pakistan, June 20 -- Pakistan has reached a major milestone in its digital journey by crossing 200 million telecom subscribers, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) announced. This includes ... Read More


Sindh healthcare commission launches online registration for clinics and hospitals

Pakistan, June 20 -- KARACHI - The Sindh Healthcare Commission (SHCC) has introduced an online system for registering and licensing clinics and private hospitals across Sindh. This new digital platfor... Read More


Government flags serious economic risks threatening next fiscal year's budget

Pakistan, June 20 -- ISLAMABAD - The government has warned in a report submitted to Parliament that next year's budget faces several serious economic and financial risks. These include slow economic g... Read More


PM Shehbaz orders leasing of ships to cut $4 billion sea trade loss

Pakistan, June 20 -- ISLAMABAD - Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has instructed the Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) to lease additional ships in order to strengthen its fleet and reduce he... Read More


Iran launches missile strike on Israeli tech park, 7 injured and heavy damage reported

Pakistan, June 20 -- TEL AVIV - Iran launched another missile attack on Israel early Friday, striking the city of Beersheba and causing significant damage near a major technology park. According to Is... Read More


Israel strikes Tehran nuclear site, destroys missile launchers and kills Iranian commander

Pakistan, June 20 -- TEHRAN - The Israeli military has claimed responsibility for a major overnight airstrike targeting Iranian military installations and a nuclear research center in Tehran. Accordin... Read More


Trump backs Israel's strike on Iran despite 'peacemaker' claims

Pakistan, June 20 -- WASHINGTON - US President Donald Trump, once known for calling himself a peacemaker, has quietly supported Israel's recent bombing campaign against Iran, signaling a major shift i... Read More