Government Introduces Proposal to Reform Petrol Pricing System

Government Introduces Proposal to Reform Petrol Pricing System

Jul 14, 2026

A high-level committee reviewing Pakistan’s petroleum pricing mechanism on Monday proposed reforms aimed at improving transparency in price-setting, strengthening market stability and enhancing energy security amid renewed uncertainty in global oil markets. The fourth meeting of the committee, constituted by the prime minister,

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PTA Urges Public to Block or Transfer SIMs Registered in Deceased Relatives’ Names

PTA Urges Public to Block or Transfer SIMs Registered in Deceased Relatives’ Names

Jun 22, 2026

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has advised citizens to ensure that SIM cards registered under deceased persons are either transferred to eligible legal heirs or blocked through the official Change of Ownership (COO) procedure. The authority said the step is necessary to prevent

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Study Suggests Lowering Mobile Phone Taxes Could Significantly Boost Pakistan’s Economy

Study Suggests Lowering Mobile Phone Taxes Could Significantly Boost Pakistan’s Economy

May 29, 2026

Pakistan could ultimately increase total tax revenues by reducing heavy mobile sector taxes, according to the latest Frontier Economics report for VEON The report argues that cutting taxes on mobile services would initially reduce direct telecom revenue, but stronger digital usage and broader

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Cheap Today, Costly Tomorrow: The Lessons Pakistan’s E-commerce Can Learn From Temu

Cheap Today, Costly Tomorrow: The Lessons Pakistan’s E-commerce Can Learn From Temu

Sep 16, 2025

Pakistan today offers fertile ground for international tech firms eager to expand into new markets. It is the world’s fifth most populous country, with more than 60% of its population under 30, and internet penetration climbing steadily each year. Global players have already

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