FBR says fake circular claims tax return deadline extension for 2026
The Federal Board of Revenue dismissed a social media post on Wednesday as fake regarding an extended income tax filing deadline for the year 2026.
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SECP proposes raising microfinance and housing loan limits to Rs5 million
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan issued draft amendments on Tuesday to raise loan caps for microfinance and housing sectors.
Pakistan government lowers petrol and diesel prices effective Wednesday
The Pakistani government reduced retail prices for petrol and high-speed diesel effective Wednesday, September 30, 2026.
Pakistan banks stay open late for tax payments on September 30
Commercial banks in Pakistan will remain open until 10:00 pm on Wednesday, September 30, to help citizens pay government duties and taxes.
Pakistan minister calls for next-generation CAREC corridors in Central Asia
Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal urged the transformation of CAREC routes into economic hubs during the 25th Ministerial Conference in Ulaanbaatar on Tuesday.
Eiffel Tower chief steps down after female staff removal controversy
The head of the Eiffel Tower will leave his post at the end of this year following an internal probe into the exclusion of female workers during a visit by a Hindu group in September.
Trump administration bans nearly $1 billion in Canadian goods
The Trump administration implemented a ban on approximately $1 billion worth of Canadian imports effective Tuesday morning.
Gold prices in Pakistan drop Rs800 per tola on Tuesday
Gold prices in Pakistan fell by Rs800 per tola on Tuesday according to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association.
World Bank and Punjab Revenue Authority agree on digital tax systems
The World Bank and Punjab Revenue Authority agreed Monday in Lahore to introduce advanced digital systems to expand the province's tax base.
FPCCI asks government for one-month income tax return deadline extension
The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry in Lahore urged the federal government on Monday to extend the income tax filing deadline by one month.