Monitoring Report

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This follows similar inspections in Tamil Nadu earlier this month, where the agency found uncertified goods being stored and sold

Tech

ByteDance faces an April 5 deadline to divest TikTok’s U.S. operations or risk a ban under a 2024 law citing national security concerns

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In 2025, X's U.S. advertising revenue is projected to grow 17.5% to $1.31 billion, while global ad sales are expected to rise 16.5% to $2.26 billion

Tech

Mobile banking Trojan cases rise 3.6 times, while crypto phishing spikes 83.4% from 2023, Kaspersky’s Financial Cyberthreats report

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The approved projects include road upgrades in Gujrat and Khushab, Punjab’s citrus sector revival, and a 125-bed hospital in Chiniot

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Exact dates of the visit are yet to be confirmed; mission’s purpose is to discuss the next budgetary framework especially revenue target

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Three high-end watch outlets raided in Karachi for tax evasion amounting to Rs180 million 

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Carbon levy revenue to be directed towards climate-related initiatives; automobile sector to see a reduction in trade tariffs from 10.5% to 6% until FY2030

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Investigation uncovers fraudulent claims, exploitation of manufacturing status, and a network of import misdeclarations; case registered for further action

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Savings will occur over three to 20 years, expected to reduce circular debt from Rs 2.4 trillion to Rs 400-450 billion; tariff adjustments pending Nepra approval

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SBP’s March 2025 auction sees strong demand for Pakistan Investment Bonds and Market Treasury Bills, with bids accepted for tenors up to 10 years.

At the Boao Forum 2025, Finance Minister Aurangzeb highlights Pakistan's shift towards Chinese investment in agriculture, technology, and infrastructure.