Saturday, July 12th, 2025
APBF urges refinement of new tax laws
KARACHI, JUL 12 /DNA/ – The All Pakistan Business Forum (APBF) has taken note of the federal government’s recently introduced tax-related policy decisions aimed at documenting the economy, broadening the tax base, and encouraging digital transactions. While expressing general support for the objectives behind these reforms, APBF leadership has urged the authorities to ensure that the rollout of new measures is handled with clarity, fairness, and coordination to prevent disruption for businesses—particularly small and medium enterprises. APBF President Syed Maaz Mahmood appreciated the government’s resolve to build a transparent taxRead More
Pakistan business body urges unity amid tax clause concerns
ISLAMABAD, JUL 12 /DNA/ – In a statement regarding the Finance Act, President of FPCCI, Atif Ikram Sheikh, said that they do not wish to create any difficulties in the current situation. He urged the business community across the country to demonstrate unity and immediately refrain from any form of protest. The Minister of State for Finance will hold monthly meetings at FPCCI to address the issues of the business community, follow up on previous meetings, and will be accompanied by officers from various relevant institutions. In a video statement,Read More
Lakki Marwat cops foil terror attack on police station with preemptive fire
Officials say timely action forces attackers to pull back, and no casualties reported, as authorities launch investigation PESHAWAR: A terror attack on Gambila police station in Lakki Marwat was thwarted after officers keeping watch spotted suspicious activity near the premises and opened fire, taking preemptive action, police said on Thursday. The gunfire forced the attackers to flee, and no casualties were reported among the police personnel, according to the statement. Inspector General of Police (IGP) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Zulfiqar Hameed, praised the Gambila officers for their exceptional alertness, professional readiness,Read More