FBR, traders agree to register shopkeepers under simplified tax scheme
The federal government and representatives of trader organisations have agreed on a joint initiative under the simplified tax scheme to register shopkeepers at markets across the country. Under the plan, Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) officials and trader representatives will jointly visit markets in all four provinces to facilitate the
NAFSA invites applications for jobs across Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The National Agri-Trade and Food Safety Authority (NAFSA) has announced vacancies for candidates seeking employment in various fields across Pakistan. According to the job advertisement, positions are available in scientific, technical, administrative and support categories. The advertised posts include director, deputy director, assistant director, inspector and office staff positions.
IHC halts deportation of Afghan doctor, suspends PMDC order
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has stopped authorities from deporting an Afghan doctor from Pakistan and temporarily suspended the implementation of a Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) notification affecting his ongoing medical training. Justice Khadim Hussain Soomro heard a petition filed by a Pakistani woman seeking protection for
Pakistan-Saudi-Turkiye defence pact is purely defensive, says DG ISPR
Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry has said the defence agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye is purely defensive in nature and is not aimed at aggression against any country. In an interview with Al Arabiya English, Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry discussed
SNGPL introduces new hybrid solar water heater
ISLAMABAD: Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) has introduced a new hybrid solar water heater for consumers, which can operate on solar energy as well as an electricity backup. The company introduced the new system through a video shared on its social media platform X under the slogan, Now heat
Lumpy skin disease affects hundreds of livestock in KP, several die
PESHAWAR: Lumpy skin disease has begun spreading among livestock in several districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with animals in Swabi, Upper South Waziristan and Charsadda reported to have been affected, while several have died. In Swabi’s Razarr tehsil, cases of lumpy skin disease have reportedly been emerging for the past month.
NADRA issues key message for Pakistanis in UAE, Italy, Portugal
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has issued an important warning to Pakistanis living abroad, particularly those residing in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Italy and Portugal. NADRA has urged overseas Pakistanis to remain vigilant against unauthorised agents and organisations offering NADRA and passport-related services and to avoid conducting
Hyundai Announces New Palisade Hybrid Prices in Pakistan, Offers Limited-Time Discount
ISLAMABAD: Hyundai Nishat Motor has revised the prices of its Palisade Hybrid lineup in Pakistan following the implementation of the revised 25% sales tax structure. Despite the significant price increase, the automaker has introduced a limited-time discount on both Palisade Hybrid variants, offering customers an opportunity to purchase the vehicles
Government Raises Petrol and Diesel Prices Again
ISLAMABAD: The government has announced another hike in the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel. According to an official notification issued by the Petroleum Division, the price of high-speed diesel has been increased by Rs 6.41 per litre, pushing its new rate to Rs 415.83 per litre. Similarly, the price
Amitabh Bachchan Reveals the Truth Behind His ‘Retirement’ Remark
NEW DELHI: Veteran Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan has dismissed reports of his retirement, clarifying that he has no plans to step away from acting or television. The 83-year-old actor shared a newspaper clipping on his blog carrying a report about his alleged retirement. Bachchan explained that a remark he had
