Pakistan to Hold 5G Spectrum Auction on March 10, 2026
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has announced that the “Spectrum Auction for Next Generation Mobile Services (NGMS)/5G in Pakistan” will be conducted on 10 March 2026.
Adil Aziz
KCCI Seeks Relief in Super Tax to Safeguard Businesses and Economy
The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI), warning of the destabilizing effects of abrupt and heavy Super Tax demands, has called for a structured and business‑friendly installment plan. According to KCCI, such a facility would enable taxpayers to meet their obligations without disrupting operations, thereby protecting economic activity and ensuring continuity in business growth.
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FBR directs tax offices to remain open on Jan 31
For facilitation of the taxpayers, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has directed that all Large Taxpayers’ Offices (LTOs), Medium Taxpayers’ Offices (MTOs), Corporate Tax Offices (CTOs) and Regional Tax Offices (RTOs) would remain open on Saturday, the 31st January, 2026.
Pakistan Gold Price Surges to Rs 21,100 Within One Day
Gold prices surged to an all-time high in the local market on Wednesday as the price of 24-karat gold per tola jumped by Rs21,100 to settle at Rs551,662.
Pakistan, Türkiye Strengthen Rice Trade Ties with Competitive Pricing & Higher Export Volumes
Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan held a detailed meeting with the Turkish Ambassador to Pakistan, Dr. Irfan Neziroglu, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) to review and enhance bilateral trade cooperation, with a special focus on increasing Pakistan’s rice exports to Türkiye.
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WhatsApp’s Latest Privacy Protection: Strict Account Settings
WhatsApp allows its users to have a private conversation, just like one would in-person. It will always defend the right to privacy for its users, starting with default end-to-end encryption.
Pakistan’s rice exports to China cross $62 million in 2025
Pakistan’s rice exports to China surpassed $62.26 million in 2025, underpinned by strong shipments of semi- or wholly milled rice and steady demand for broken rice across multiple Chinese provinces, according to the General Administration of Customs of the People’s Repulic of China’s latest figures.
Pakistan Pavilion at Gulfood 2026 inaugurated in Dubai
The Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) has marked its largest-ever participation at Gulfood 2026, the world’s leading food and beverage trade exhibition, with the inauguration of the Pakistan Pavilion in Dubai.