Nearly one-third of Pakistan’s income tax filers—around 1.7 million out of 5.5 million—have declared zero taxable income in the current fiscal year, raising serious concerns about the credibility of filings and the growing challenge for the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to expand the country’s limited tax base.

The EOBI Pension for Old Citizens 2025 is a key social security initiative by the Government of Pakistan designed to provide financial stability and dignity to retired private-sector employees. Managed by the Employees’ Old-Age Benefits Institution (EOBI), the program ensures that individuals who have completed years of service under registered employers receive a reliable post-retirement income.

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has launched a groundbreaking initiative focused on improving healthcare, safety, and digital empowerment for special children across the province. The program marks a major step toward inclusive development and equal access to opportunities in education and technology.

A major Rs100 million housing scam has been exposed in Pakistan Railways, revealing over 200 fake allotments of residential quarters in Lahore and Mughalpura. An inquiry by the Directorate General of Vigilance uncovered that several officials were involved in forging documents, fabricating signatures, and issuing fake G-10 forms to carry out illegal housing allocations.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has appointed Dr. Najeeb Ahmed Memon as the first Director General of the newly established Tax Policy Office (TPO), a significant development aimed at separating Pakistan’s tax policy functions from revenue administration. The TPO, operating under the Finance Division, will focus on formulating tax policy, revenue forecasting, and managing international tax

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued its projected lunar calendar for 2026, offering early estimates for the likely dates of key Islamic months and festivals, including Ramadan, Eid ul Fitr, and Eid ul Adha. The calendar, developed by the Climate Data Processing Centre, is intended to support religious, social, and administrative planning across Pakistan.

Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) has announced a revised nationwide gas supply schedule for the 2025 winter season in response to increasing demand and ongoing shortages. Under the new plan, domestic consumers will have access to gas during three designated time slots each day: from 5:30 AM to 8:30 AM, 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM, and 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab has set a firm 60-day deadline for the completion of all delayed and near-finished development projects across the city, warning that any further delays will result in cancellations, financial penalties, and disciplinary action against responsible officials. The directive was issued following a detailed progress review meeting at the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation

Telenor Pakistan has introduced an innovative digital service designed to enhance customer convenience by enabling users to purchase, replace, and activate SIMs directly through WhatsApp—without needing to visit a retail outlet. This secure and contactless process allows customers to complete the entire SIM acquisition journey within minutes using a platform they already trust and use daily.

The Punjab government has announced the launch of the “Maryam Nawaz Free Parwaz Card,” a new initiative aimed at empowering skilled youth and creating more employment opportunities both locally and abroad. The decision was finalized during a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, where the performance of the Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Department was reviewed in