Massive Tax Evasion Uncovered in Malakand and KP Tax-Free Zones
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has launched an investigation into alleged massive tax evasion in the tax-free zones of Malakand and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). According to a Geo News report, FIA sources said the agency is investigating alleged tax evasion amounting to Rs1.12 trillion involving imported materials in the
Fuel Price Shock: Petrol and Diesel Prices Hiked Again
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has once again increased the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel, with the new rates taking effect from September 11. According to a notification issued by the government, the price of petrol has been increased by Rs3.05 per litre, taking the new price to Rs370.80 per
Peshawar: Five Militants Killed in CTD Operation
PESHAWAR: The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) Peshawar Region has killed five suspected militants, including a key commander of Islamic State Khorasan (ISIS-K), during an operation near Shamshatoo Camp in Peshawar. According to the CTD, the operation was carried out at a compound of the Kabul English Language Centre, where militants
Qatar Suspends Visa-on-Arrival Facility for Pakistanis
ISLAMABAD: Qatar has reportedly suspended its visa-on-arrival facility for Pakistani citizens, while the processing of visas through its online portal has also been halted, according to prospective travellers and informed sources. Several Pakistanis planning to travel to Qatar told Business Recorder that they were unable to access the previously available
ECP Begins Preparations for Next General Elections Nearly Two Years Early
ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has begun preparations for the country’s next general elections nearly two years ahead of the expected electoral activity, marking an early start to the election planning process. According to details, the ECP has decided to update its database of election officials and staff
Apna Ghar Programme: Big News for Applicants as Housing Loans Get Approved
ISLAMABAD: Approved housing finance under the Prime Minister’s Apna Ghar Programme has reached Rs351.3 billion, while the scheme’s subsidised fixed interest rate of 5% for the first 10 years has been retained. The development was announced during the fourth meeting of the Access to Finance Steering Committee, chaired by Federal
Govt Announces Major Transfers and Appointments of Several Officers
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has issued orders for the appointment, transfer and extension of deputation of several officers from different government services. According to official notifications issued by the Establishment Division, Paras Razzaq has been appointed as General Manager at State Life Insurance Corporation of Pakistan, Principal Office Karachi. Meanwhile,
Germany Opportunity Card: How Pakistanis Can Move to Germany Without a Job Offer
ISLAMABAD: Germany has introduced the Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte), providing qualified and skilled workers from non-EU countries, including Pakistan, with a legal pathway to enter Germany and look for employment without having a job offer in advance. The Opportunity Card allows eligible applicants to travel to Germany for up to one
Big Announcement for Pakistanis Living in Saudi Arabia
RIYADH: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced a mobile registration camp for Pakistani citizens living in Saudi Arabia to facilitate the issuance and renewal of identity documents. According to the announcement, the NADRA mobile registration camp will be held in the Al-Ahsa region to provide various identity-document
Algeria Announces End of Diplomatic Relations with UAE
ALGIERS: Algeria has announced its decision to sever diplomatic relations with the United Arab Emirates (UAE), citing the failure of efforts to maintain bilateral ties. According to international media reports, Algeria’s state television announced that the country had decided to cut diplomatic relations with the UAE after all avenues for
