–Tax authority pledges faster refunds, crackdown on corruption BeNewz Report KARACHI: Federal Board of Revenue Chairman Rashid Mahmood Langrial on Thursday assured Karachi’s business community of swift resolution of tax-related issues and improved facilitation during a visit to Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Senior representatives of KCCI briefed officials …
Read More »
–Finance body approves key SOE decisions, defers gas firms’ IFRS exemption BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: The Cabinet Committee on State-Owned Enterprises (CCoSOEs) on Thursday approved multiple governance changes across key public sector entities during a meeting chaired by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb in Islamabad. The meeting reviewed and cleared a summary …
Read More »
–Govt proposes optional multi-slab industrial tariff to boost power use and improve system efficiency Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Energy (Power Division) held a consultative session on a proposed multi-slab Time-of-Use industrial tariff regime, seeking industry input on a plan designed to raise electricity consumption and improve cost recovery. …
Read More »
–Season starts behind closed doors amid energy, security concerns Abdullah Zahid LAHORE: Pakistan Super League 11 begins on Thursday with defending champions Lahore Qalandars facing new entrants Hyderabad Kings in the opening match. The entire tournament will be played without spectators due to government restrictions linked to regional tensions and …
Read More »
–Team captains say PSL 11 preparations complete, promise competitive cricket and express confidence in league’s growing success Abdullah Zahid LAHORE: Captains of the franchises participating in Pakistan Super League season 11 said they are determined to play competitive cricket and lift the trophy, expressing confidence that the new edition of …
Read More »
–Ministry of Religious Affairs issues Hajj flight schedule, directs pilgrims to check Pak Hajj app for travel details BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Religious Affairs has released the Hajj flight schedule, announcing that Hajj flights from Pakistan will begin on April 18, according to an official statement issued in …
Read More »
Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: The government plans a new optional multi-tariff mechanism for industrial electricity consumers, aiming to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The Ministry of Energy (Power Division) is considering an optional time-of-use tariff structure for industries, according to a press release issued on March 25, 2026. The initiative, led by …
Read More »
Govt plans digital rationing, seeks provinces’ share in fuel subsidy Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is expected to meet President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday to discuss including provinces in petroleum subsidy financing as the federal government prepares a digital rationing system to control fuel consumption. Sources said the meeting is …
Read More »
—Official song “Bat Pe Khelenge” launched ahead of PSL 11 starting March 26 in Lahore Abdullah Zahid LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board has released the official anthem for Pakistan Super League season 11, featuring Atif Aslam, Aima Baig and the Sabri Sisters, as preparations intensify for the tournament scheduled to …
Read More »
Fuel stocks remain stable: Govt Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Pakistan may face severe LNG shortages in the coming weeks, the Senate Standing Committee on Petroleum warned. Officials briefed the committee that supply could be disrupted after April 14, putting additional pressure on the power sector and industries. The Ministry of Petroleum …
Read More »
BeNewz