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Budget 2025: More tax ‘proposed’ on cigarettes

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The Pakistan government is considering raising cigarette prices in Budget 2025, with potential recommendations for a 15-19% increase in federal excise duty. This move aims to reduce tobacco consumption, which has had significant public health and economic ramifications, with widespread usage and smoking-related illnesses impacting a large portion of the population.
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More Pakistani students repatriated from violence-hit Bishkek

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Pakistani students repatriated from violence-hit Bishkek as per PM's instructions. Federal Minister for Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit-Baltistan welcomed them in Islamabad. PM Shehbaz Sharif is closely monitoring situation and ensuring students' safety. The government plans additional flights for their return. Continuous coordination with Kyrgyzstan government for safe repatriation.
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PM Shehbaz calls for urgent steps to make exports more competitive

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PM Shehbaz Sharif called for urgent measures to enhance export competitiveness, focusing on the facilitation of the private sector and promoting non-traditional goods. He emphasized scrutiny of trade and investment officers, fortnightly reviews of export sectors, and ongoing trade agreements and legislation for industrial development. The meeting also discussed the Free Trade Agreement with Gulf states and other trade-related updates.
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Poliovirus found in sewage samples of three more cities

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The National Institute of Health confirms Type-1 Wild Poliovirus found in sewage samples of three more Pakistani cities, genetically linked to the imported YB3A genetic cluster of WPV1. The virus has been discovered in sewage samples of 34 districts this year, with the government's commitment to eliminating polio from the country. Prime Minister aims for collaboration to eradicate the disease.
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Gaza ceasefire hopes alive with more talks planned

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U.S., Qatar, and Egypt mediators work towards Gaza ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken sees potential for negotiation. Hamas proposed a 4-1/2 month ceasefire with conditions, rejected by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Efforts persist for peaceful resolution, amidst ongoing conflict and international involvement.
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Allow more relief trucks into besieged Gaza or risk starvation: UN

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The United Nations calls for allowing more relief trucks into besieged Gaza to prevent starvation. Israeli authorities have been blocking aid, leading to critical shortages of food, medicine, and water. The unfolding humanitarian crisis is resulting in widespread malnutrition, health hazards, and infrastructure damage. Urgent access to aid is essential to avert a catastrophe.
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Karachi reports six more cases of Covid-19 JN.1 variant

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Six passengers arriving at Jinnah International Airport, Karachi from abroad tested positive for the new Covid-19 variant "JN.1 Omicron." The affected passengers are from different areas in Pakistan. The total cases of the JN.1 variant in Karachi now stand at 15. The National Command and Operation Center (NCOC) decided to conduct COVID testing for passengers coming from abroad.
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Norman says ‘more apples will fall’ after Rahm move

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LIV Golf CEO Greg Norman anticipates a "domino effect" of more high-profile players joining the Saudi-backed circuit following Jon Rahm's significant move to the upstart tour. Rahm, the current Masters champion, recently signed with LIV in a deal reportedly worth hundreds of millions of dollars, marking a major departure from the PGA Tour.
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Osaka targets more majors, Paris 2024

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In Tokyo, Naomi Osaka, feeling a mix of nervousness, happiness, and excitement, is gearing up for her much-anticipated return to tennis. The former world number one, now 26, is set to make her comeback at the Brisbane International later this month, marking her return to the tour since September 2022.
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Sindh, K-P to pay more for gas

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The Petroleum Division has drafted a proposal for review by the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) that suggests a substantial increase in gas prices for all consumer categories, effective from October 1, 2023, in Islamabad.