Army Welfare Trust among other institutions added to tax exemption list under Finance Bill 2025-26. Few more institutions have been added to the list already benefiting from tax exemptions in the Finance Bill 2025-26 recently passed by Parliament. Reports said tax exemptions have been granted to the pension of the former President of Pakistan and […]
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5,550 KG of mangoes stolen in Multan
A large-scale mango theft has caused an uproar in the Nawabpur area of Multan, where approximately 150 maunds of mangoes were stolen during a coordinated overnight operation, according to a report on Monday. The theft reportedly occurred on the night between June 27 and 28, targeting four separate mango orchards. The incident has raised alarms […]
New price for Suzuki Alto in Pakistan after surge in GST, Climate Levy
New price for Suzuki Alto in Pakistan after surge in GST. Pakistan’s entry-level car, the Suzuki Alto, is about to get more expensive, with prices expected to increase by up to Rs. 1.86 lakh after new tax measures announced by the federal government. As part of the latest budget, the Pakistani government jacked up the […]
Good news for Mathematics teachers
A good news for mathematics teachers, the School Education Department has announced promotions for those holding BS and MSc degrees in math-related fields. According to a notification issued by the department’s Equivalence Committee, a BS degree in Mathematics will now be recognized as a 16-year qualification for promotion purposes. Moreover, teachers with a two-year MSc […]
Deposit plastic bottles in Lahore and get Rs1000
Deposit plastic bottles in Lahore and get Rs1000. The Punjab government has inked an agreement with a private company to recycle single-use plastic under the Chief Minister’s Green Credits Programme. The private firm will install locally developed machines—based on Chinese technology—at four major universities in Lahore next month. Similar machines will also be placed in […]
How to use government’s new self meter reading app
How to use government’s new self meter reading app? The government of Pakistan has introduced the Power Smart App under the “Apna Meter, Apni Reading” initiative. Made by the Ministry of Power, the app allows you to self-report meter readings from home. This should help enhance transparency, reduce overbilling, and streamline operations. Here is how […]
Ireland becomes the first EU nation to ban Israeli products
Ireland becomes the first EU nation to ban Israeli products. Ireland has become the first European Union (EU) nation to officially ban the import of all Israeli goods. The Irish government agreed to move forward with a bill that would make it illegal to import products from Israel. This decision comes after a ruling last […]
Federal govt refuses to become party in Dr Aafia Siddiqui’s case
Federal govt refuses to become party in Dr Aafia Siddiqui’s case. Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Monday heard a petition regarding the health and return of Dr Aafia Siddiqui. During the proceedings, the government informed the court that it has decided not to become a party or assist in the case being heard in a […]