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Politics Now

Justin Trudeau Announces Tax Break on Food and Essentials to Combat Inflation

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has introduced a temporary tax relief initiative to help citizens cope with rising costs. Starting December 14, all food, snacks, and select essentials will be GST/HST-free until February 15, 2025. The measure aims to ease financial pressure on households and make essential purchases more affordable. Qualifying items include groceries, restaurant […]

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Source: The Nation
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Meet Amina Sohail: Karachi’s First Female Ride-Hailing Motorcycle Rider

Amina Sohail, a 28-year-old from Karachi, is breaking new ground as one of the few female motorcycle drivers for a local ride-hailing service. As the first woman in her family to work, she reflects the growing trend of women stepping into the workforce in Pakistan, driven by increasing financial pressures. Despite the challenges of navigating […]

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Business Now

74% of Urban Pakistanis Struggle to Cover Expenses Amid Rising Inflation

A recent survey by Pulse Consultant has revealed that 74% of urban Pakistani households are unable to meet their expenses with their current income, reflecting a 14% increase in financial struggles compared to last year. In May 2023, the figure was 60%. The survey highlights the impact of inflation on urban consumers, with 60% of […]

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Source: Wall Street Journal
Business Now

PepsiCo’s Quarterly Revenue Falls Short Of Expectations Amid Low Demand

In recent news, PepsiCo reported lower-than-expected revenue for the second quarter, as demand for its snacks and sodas declined, particularly in the U.S., its largest market. Inflation-weary consumers have been reducing spending on these products, opting for smaller pack sizes and cheaper alternatives due to higher prices from branded food companies. Despite a 5% increase […]

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Indebted Policeman In Larkana Sets Himself On Fire To Escape Moneylender’s Harassment

In a tragic incident, a desperate policeman in Larkana set himself on fire at his home in Luhar Colony. Gulzar Ali Mugheri, a father of four, took this extreme step to escape the relentless harassment of a moneylender. Mugheri is now in Chandka Medical College Hospital with 40% burns. He told journalists that he had […]

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Ex-Olympian Zahid Sharif Offers To Sell Kidney To Pay Electricity Bill, Other Expenses

In a startling revelation highlighting Pakistan’s soaring electricity costs, former hockey player and Olympian Zahid Sharif has expressed his willingness to sell his kidney to cover his expenses. This announcement follows the desperate plea of a disabled citizen, Yaseen, who offered to sell his organs to pay his bills. Sharif made an emotional appeal to […]

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Source: The News International
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Caretaker Government Raises Petrol Price Again By Rs.26, Reaches Historic High

Amidst the relentless surge of inflation, the caretaker government has once again dealt a heavy blow to the wallets of the common people. Petrol price reach record high In its latest fortnightly review, the government decided to increase the price of petrol by a staggering Rs26.02 per litre and high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs17.34 per […]

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Source: The Express Tribune
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Pakistan’s Weekly Inflation Declines By 0.25%: Reports PBS

The latest data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) reveals a noteworthy development in the country’s economic landscape. A minor decline The Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI), which serves as a crucial measure of weekly inflation, recorded a decline of 0.25 percent during the week that concluded on September 14. This decrease is reflected in […]

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Source: IncPak
Tech Now

Amid Rising Petrol Prices, “Made In Pakistan” E-Motorbikes To Cut Down Fuel Costs By 70%

As petrol prices continue to rise in Pakistan, there’s a glimmer of hope on the horizon for eco-conscious consumers and those seeking more affordable transportation options. Manufacturing E-motorbikes in Pakistan Zyp Technologies, a new start-up company, has unveiled ambitious plans to manufacture 8,000 electric motorcycles in the country, with prices ranging up to Rs450,000. The […]

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Source: Twitter
Education Now

Like Many Others, Rising Inflation Forces This Promising Student From D.G. Khan To Abandon Education

In yet another heartbreaking development, today we are confronted with the story of Abeera, a brilliant star who once shone in the academic realm. Her remarkable achievement of securing the third position in the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examinations in Dera Ghazi Khan was an inspiration to many. Pakistan’s ‘dark’ future Due to the hyperinflation, […]

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