[ad_1] Listen to article LAHORE: Following the government’s decision to impose 18% General Sales Tax (GST) on imported cotton and yarn in the amended Finance Bill 2025, farmers and industry groups are now urging authorities to abolish GST on locally produced cotton and its by-products. Pakistan Kissan Ittihad (PKI) President Khalid Mahmood Khokhar has strongly opposed the … Read more
[ad_1] KARACHI: A 70-year-old scrap dealer, Moeenuddin, from Landhi was reportedly kidnapped, with his abductors demanding a ransom of Rs20 million, two Rado watches, and two iPhones, within two days. On June 21, Moeenuddin asked his younger son, Zeeshan, to drop him off at Landhi Railway Station so he could head to Sadiqabad to purchase … Read more
[ad_1] PESHAWAR: In the aftermath of the Swat tragedy, the provincial government may have constituted an inquiry committee, but the people of Swat are once again demanding that all those responsible be brought to justice. According to local elders and social activists, although a protective track was built along the Swat River, a local contractor … Read more
[ad_1] KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan remained largely flat on Wednesday, mirroring global trends where prices eased due to reduced safe-haven demand following signs of de-escalation between Israel and Iran. Investors also remained cautious ahead of upcoming US economic data. In the domestic market, the price of gold rose slightly by Rs300 to settle at … Read more
[ad_1] K‑Pop Demon Hunters debuted on Netflix on June 20, 2025 and quickly earned a devoted following for its high-energy blend of K-pop, animated action, and storytelling. The film, from Sony Pictures Animation and directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, follows Huntrix, a K-pop girl group that doubles as demon hunters. he animated film follows … Read more
[ad_1] ISLAMABAD: Legislators from both opposition and treasury benches on Wednesday called for the establishment of Special Agriculture Zones, IT Facilitation Centers nationwide, increased farmer support, and funding for churches and temples to promote economic growth and social inclusion. Resuming general budget debate on the fifth day in the National Assembly, Dr Zulfikar Ali Bhatti … Read more
[ad_1] RAWALPINDI: Amid the ongoing intense summer heat, the demand and prices of colourful net curtains have soared in markets across the city. Residents and shopkeepers are increasingly buying these curtains to cover doors, windows, balconies, courtyards, and lawns, seeking relief from the heat and protection from insects, despite a noticeable hike in prices. Street … Read more
[ad_1] Listen to article ISLAMABAD: Lawmakers in the National Assembly on Saturday delivered a detailed and constructive review of the federal budget for FY2025-26 and called for providing more relief to the common man. While participating in the general discussion on the budget, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said Pakistan suffered huge losses due to tax evasion, especially … Read more