There is decrease in tax collections and disruption of business as protests affect exports, says Aurangzeb
"Purpose of IMF's visit was not to review economy but to build confidence," says finance minister
Minister says virtual negotiations with IMF underway as certain points required in-person discussions
Finance minister expresses gratitude to US, Asian Development Bank for their support to Islamabad
Pakistani delegation meets IMF Director of Middle East and Central Asia Department Jihad Azour in Washington
Statement comes in light of previous statement made by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb
“All taxpayers urged to file income tax returns immediately to avoid penalties and legal action,” says tax collection body
In its 'Monthly Economic Update and Outlook', ministry reports CPI inflation fell to single digits in August, marking a 34-month low
Economic prospects closely tied to steadfast, consistent implementation of policy reforms, says ADB official
Tax authority's spokesperson says people can seek individual extensions via relevant tax commissioners
People compelled to commit suicide after finding it difficult to manage household budget, says economist
“Whoever buys PIA will have to invest Rs425bn immediately for its smooth functioning,” says official
Ministry of Finance upbeat on IMF's final approval of loan programme next month, according to sources
Pakistan and the IMF reached an agreement on the 37-month loan programme in July
Aurangzeb hopes that IMF board will approve $7 billion loan programme next month
Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz had announced Rs100 million award for Olympian for his remarkable feat
Document further reveals that over $3 billion in loans were repaid to IMF between 2008 and 2013
Document shows Nawas Sharif-led PML-N govt inked $6.48 billion loan deals with IMF
Sources say govt mulling options to provide relief to salaried persons earning up to Rs100,000
PM Shehbaz Sharif warns against politicising issue of electricity bills
Inflation grows by 2.1% last month MoM, compared to increase of 0.5% in June
PML-N lawmaker tables Election Act Bill, 2024, amid strong criticism from opposition benches
Regulatory body suggests market to decide petroleum prices itself
Aurangzeb said he would be leaving on Tuesday night for visit to China
BMI forecasts economic growth to accelerate to 3.2% in FY2024-25
Minister says Pakistan needs to ensure structural reforms and bring self-sustainability
"Talks with IMF progressing positively," says Aurangzeb as govt looks to clinch over $6bn bailout agreement
Sources say tax will be imposed on income exceeding Rs600,000 per annum as Fund holds virtual meetings with provincial governments
Amendments were formulated in consultations with finance, defence and interior ministries
Govt revises multiple categories of pensions, existing and future pension hike plans
These losses resulted in aggregate net losses of Rs202 billion, reflecting a 25% increase year-on-year
Liabilities also rose to Rs29,721 billion, a 20% increase indicating higher financial leverage
Programme will focus on longer-term policy actions to further improve national cash transfer program’s effectiveness
Industries ministry requests to revert sales tax to 8.5% from 25% proposed in budget 2024-25
PM Shehbaz assures Bilawal of addressing PPP's 'reservations on budget, PSDP, Sindh projects'
"No one sets up industry in this country because of changes in taxes and policies," says Senator Vawda
After SIMs blockage, FBR chief says electricity, gas connections of non-filers to be suspended as well
This funding will contribute to higher completion rates, increased years of schooling with better learning, WB says
Coalition government is expected to lay out fiscal targets in the budget on Wednesday
Ex-mills sugar price not to be increased under any circumstances, announces federal minister Rana Tanveer
Ali Pervaiz Malik says govt will focus on direct taxation instead of indirect taxation in upcoming budget
Proposals to increase salaries and allowances are in initial stages, say sources within finance ministry
"This program is part of our comprehensive and integrated package of public sector management support," says ADB
FBR sources say data of 65,000 non-filers shared with telecom companies so far
Economic performance indicates agriculture has been a major contributor to growth, says report
FBR blocks 11,252 SIMs under Income Tax General Order, says tax collection body
IHC maintains that federal government's decision to block non-filers' SIMs still in effect
Fund's mission chief to lead talks to mull "next phase of engagement" as government seeks to secure $6-8 billion bailout package
Beauty products’ manufacturers found engaged in "greenwashing" by advertising “natural", "organic" supplies
