Finance Bill 2026–27: New Income Tax Slabs for Salaried Individuals Revealed
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has announced revised income tax slabs for salaried individuals and government employees under the Finance Bill 2026–27, introducing new rates that will take effect from July 1, 2026. According to details approved by the National Assembly, individuals earning up to Rs600,000 annually will remain fully exempt
Rs 4 Lakh Per Night? Nathia Gali Hotel Rates Go Viral, Social Media Reacts
NATHIA GALI: Hotel prices in the popular hill station of Nathia Gali have sparked widespread debate on social media after screenshots circulating online showed room rates reaching as high as approximately Rs 389,000 (around $1,400) per night, raising questions about affordability and pricing in Pakistan’s tourism sector. The discussion began
From 1 July: New Car Import Tax Structure Revealed in Finance Bill 2026–27
ISLAMABAD: The federal government’s Finance Bill 2026–27 has unveiled significant changes in taxes and customs duties on imported vehicles, set to take effect from July 1. The revised structure introduces higher duties on larger engine capacity vehicles while offering reductions in several existing tax slabs. As per the details of
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian arrives Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian reached Pakistan and landed through Noor Khan airbase with his special airline, narrated with hashtag #MenaB 168, a symbolic commemoration for the martyred school students targeted by US jet fighters with cold blooded manner. The Iranian President was received by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, President
Significant drop in Gold price, check latest rates here
The local bullion market witnessed a significant drop in Gold prices as the price of 24 Karat per Tola fell by Rs 10,400, reaching the total price of Rs 432,236. According gems jewellers Association, after a one-day break, gold prices have once again recorded a significant decline in the global
Pakistan launches first digital loan scheme for women entrepreneurs
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan first digital loan product for women-led micro, small, and medium enterprises has been approved. The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has approved financing of up to Rs 1.5 million under the Independent Women Program. Pakistan’s first digital loan scheme for women entrepreneurs has been introduced. Pakistan’s
Pro-Pakistan rally held in Muzaffarabad as citizens reject defunct action committee narrative
The residents of Azad Kashmir organized a pro-Pakistan rally in Muzaffarabad and rejected the defunct Action Committee’s narrative, saying that the banned Action Committee, which is committed to the nefarious agenda of destroying the peace and order of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, is working at the behest of external orders.
Who is the new Chief of WhatsApp Management?
Meta has announced a major change in WhatsApp’s management, saying that WhatsApp head Will Cathcart will step down from his post after serving for more than seven years, and Indian national Kunal Shah was appointed as the new Chief of the management. Kunal Shah, founder of Indian fintech company Creed,
Crude oil price further slashes in Global market
The price of crude oil has further been slashed in the global market after the agreement between the US and Iran. According to international media reports, Brent crude oil and West Texas Intermediate prices fell due to investor concerns and expectations of the normalization of oil supply. Brent crude oil
Leader urges promotion of Local languages and culture
Former Leader of the Opposition in the District Assembly and leader of the Awami National Party, Muhammad Saeed Zahir Advocate, has expressed support for the demand of the Ilmi Pashto Jirga to promote local languages, civilizations, and cultures instead of foreign ones. He urged Chief Minister Sohail Afridi to intervene
