Buying a Smartphone in Pakistan Just Got Harder — Here’s Why
May 26, 2026
7:36 pm
A new report has highlighted the growing impact of taxes on smartphone affordability in Pakistan. The study says high duties and levies are making mobile
A new report has highlighted the growing impact of taxes on smartphone affordability in Pakistan. The study says high duties and levies are making mobile
The government has inaugurated a major infrastructure upgrade project in Islamabad. The project focuses on improving road capacity and easing traffic congestion. It is part
The German Consulate in Karachi has announced a temporary closure of its consular services during Eid ul Azha holidays. The decision has been issued through
ISLAMABAD – Residents of Islamabad are facing traffic diversions and congestion on several major roads, including Srinagar Highway, Murree Road, and Club Road, following temporary
The traffic authorities in Lahore have announced special arrangements for driving license services during Eid ul Adha holidays. Several licensing centers will remain open to
The Higher Education Commission has delayed the implementation of its new admission testing policy. The decision affects MS, MPhil, and PhD admissions across Pakistan. The
The federal government is expected to increase revenue from petroleum products in the coming years. The outlook highlights rising pressure on indirect taxation. The discussion
Public college teachers in Punjab have raised serious concerns over delays in promotions and recruitment for senior teaching posts. Many PhD professors say the issue
Pakistan has received its third liquefied natural gas shipment from Qatar in less than two weeks, providing additional support to the country’s strained energy supply
Gold prices in Pakistan continued to witness fluctuations as international bullion markets reacted to rising geopolitical tensions and changing investor sentiment. Traders and investors remained
Authorities have officially announced qurbani slaughter rates for Eidul Azha, detailing charges for cows, goats, and camels during the three days of the religious festival.
VEON has reported that mobile users in Pakistan are facing very high Phone Taxes. The total effective burden is estimated at around 37 percent. According
