Dr. Aafia Siddiqui seeks US presidential pardon before Biden hands over to Trump Blogging Sole

Dr. Aafia Siddiqui seeks US presidential pardon before Biden hands over to Trump

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An undated image of incarcerated Pakistani scientist Dr Aafia Siddiqui. —Facebook@FreeAafiaSiddiquiNow/File Siddiqui says: “I am… the victim of pure and simple injustice.” “One day, Inshallah, I will be free from this torment,” she said. In a 76,500-word filing, his lawyer urges Biden to grant clemency. Dr. Aafia Siddiqui, a Pakistani neuroscientist currently serving an 86-year … Read more

FBR seeks detailed proposals to phase out tax exemptions in Federal Budget FY25-26 Blogging Sole

FBR seeks detailed proposals to phase out tax exemptions in Federal Budget FY25-26

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The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has initiated consultations with key stakeholders to finalize proposals for the Federal Budget 2025-2026, focusing on phasing out tax exemptions, increasing revenue generation and rationalization of tax laws. In an official communication to business associations such as Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), American Business Council, … Read more

“Government seeks to reduce electricity prices by Rs 10 per unit” Blogging Sole

“Government seeks to reduce electricity prices by Rs 10 per unit”

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A technician works on porcelain insulators on an electrical transmission tower in Karachi. — Reuters/File IPP contract changes could save Rs411 billion annually: sources. Tariff revision for bagasse power plants saves Rs238 billion. The extension of the winter electricity assistance program is also under study. ISLAMABAD: The federal government is working on various options to … Read more