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Record surge in tax return filings as 5.9 million Pakistanis submit returns this year

Business & Economy Published 31 Oct, 2025 09:44pm

Record surge in tax return filings as 5.9 million Pakistanis submit returns this year

FBR reports a 17.6% rise in tax filers and Rs9 billion higher tax payments compared to last year.

Pakistan awards 23 offshore oil blocks in first bidding round in two decades

Business & Economy Published 31 Oct, 2025 09:12pm

Pakistan awards 23 offshore oil blocks in first bidding round in two decades

Four consortiums led by local firms pledge $80 million in exploration investment as the country revives offshore energy ambitions

Pakistan, US agree to continue engagement in minerals sector

Business & Economy Published 31 Oct, 2025 08:28pm

Pakistan, US agree to continue engagement in minerals sector

Finance Minister Aurangzeb says mineral development key to Pakistan’s shift towards export-led growth

OGRA cuts LPG prices by Rs5.89 per kg for November

Business & Economy Published 31 Oct, 2025 06:45pm

OGRA cuts LPG prices by Rs5.89 per kg for November

Domestic cylinder to cost Rs69.44 less as new prices take effect from November 1

PSX surges over 4,800 points as investors cheer regional stability signals

Business & Economy Published 31 Oct, 2025 06:13pm

PSX surges over 4,800 points as investors cheer regional stability signals

Benchmark KSE-100 Index jumps 3.13% to close at record 161,632 points on improved investor sentiment.

IT Ministry launches Cloud Enablement Program, Startup Funds to empower entrepreneurs

Business & Economy Published 31 Oct, 2025 02:32pm

IT Ministry launches Cloud Enablement Program, Startup Funds to empower entrepreneurs

Initiative gives access to world-class cloud infrastructure through AWS, Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure, and others

Gold prices surge in Pakistan as global market hits record levels

Business & Economy Published 31 Oct, 2025 01:37pm

Gold prices surge in Pakistan as global market hits record levels

Domestic gold rates rise sharply following a major increase in international bullion prices

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