Pakistan’s trade deficit has widened to $10.8 billion in the first quarter of the new fiscal year, as imports continue to outpace export growth. The data, released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), shows the gap between what Pakistan sells abroad and what it buys growing noticeably compared to last year. The Headline Numbers Pakistan’s trade deficit rose to $10.79 billion during July-September 2026 (1QFY27), up 15% from $9.37 billion in the same quarter last year. The increase came as imports once again grew faster than exports. Metric 1QFY27 (Jul-Sep 2026) 1QFY26 (Jul-Sep 2025) Change Exports $8.42 billion $7.6…
Author: M Awais
Already have your NTN but not sure how to actually file your return? Filing is done entirely through FBR’s IRIS portal, and for most salaried individuals, it takes well under an hour once your documents are ready. This guide explains how to file an income tax return online in Pakistan, step by step. Before You Start: What You’ll Need Your IRIS login (CNIC/NTN and password), already registered with FBR Your salary certificate, if you’re a salaried employee, showing total salary and tax already withheld Bank statement and details of any other income (rent, business, freelance, capital gains) Details of your…
Gold and silver prices in Pakistan move daily, sometimes more than once a day, based on international bullion markets and the dollar-rupee exchange rate. Here’s where today’s gold and silver rate stands, based on the latest rate set by the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association. Gold Rate Today Gold Type Rate 24K gold, per tola Rs. 440,636 24K gold, per 10 grams Rs. 377,774 24K gold, per gram Rs. 37,777 22K gold, per tola (approx.) Rs. 403,916 21K gold, per tola (approx.) Rs. 385,557 International gold, per ounce $4,181 This is the official rate set by the All…
Got an SMS about a traffic violation in Karachi or elsewhere in Sindh? Sindh Police has moved to a digital e-challan system, letting you check and pay traffic fines without visiting an office. This guide explains how to check your Sindh traffic e-challan online, and how to stay safe from fake challan messages. What Is an E-Challan in Sindh? An e-challan is a digital traffic ticket, typically generated through camera-based violation detection or by a traffic officer logging an offense electronically. Instead of a paper slip handed to you on the spot, the fine is recorded against your vehicle’s registration…
If your Pakistani passport has expired or is close to expiring, you may not need to visit a passport office at all. This guide explains how to renew a Pakistani passport online through DGIP’s e-Services Portal, who qualifies, and what the current fees look like. Who Can Renew Online? The online renewal category is available to both inland and overseas Pakistanis, but with one key condition: your personal details must match exactly what’s on your previous passport and in NADRA’s records. You’re eligible to apply in the renewal category if your existing passport: Has already expired, or Has 12 months…
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has sold the TV rights for Pakistan’s home matches for Rs350 million. This is much less than the price PCB wanted. Here is the full story in simple words. What Happened? PCB wanted Rs600 million for the TV rights. But only one company made a bid: PTV, the state-run broadcaster. Since no other company competed, PTV won the rights for Rs350 million, less than what PCB had hoped for. What Do the Rights Cover? The deal covers 25 home matches in total: 5 Test matches 14 ODIs (One Day Internationals) 6 T20Is (T20 Internationals) Two…
India beat Pakistan by 19 runs to win the gold medal in men’s cricket at the Asian Games 2026. The final was played in Nisshin, Japan, on Saturday, October 3. Pakistan’s Hasan Nawaz played a brilliant innings of 96 runs, but it was not enough. Here is the full story in simple words. What Happened in the Match? India batted first and scored a big total of 211 runs for 6 wickets in 20 overs. Pakistan then scored 192 runs for 6 wickets. India won by 19 runs. This was India’s second Asian Games gold medal in a row in…
Got a test date from the Punjab Public Service Commission and need your roll number slip? You can download and print it yourself from home. This guide explains how to download your PPSC roll number slip, what it contains, and what to do if it isn’t showing up yet. What Is a PPSC Roll Number Slip? The PPSC Roll Number Slip, also called the Admission Letter, is the official document that allows you to enter a Punjab Public Service Commission screening test, written test, or interview. It’s mandatory; you cannot sit the exam or attend your interview without it, so…
Starting a business with a partner? A partnership firm is one of the simplest legal structures in Pakistan, sitting between a sole proprietorship and a full private limited company. This guide explains how to register a partnership firm in Pakistan, the documents you need, and what happens after you’re registered. What Is a Partnership Firm? A partnership firm in Pakistan is governed by the Partnership Act, 1932. It’s formed when two or more people agree to share the profits of a business carried on by all of them, or by one acting on behalf of all. Unlike a company, a…
Submitted a mutation (Intiqal) application for your land and want to know where it stands, without another trip to the Arazi Record Center? The Punjab Land Records Authority (PLRA) lets you track it from home. This guide explains how to check land mutation status online in Punjab. What You Can Check Online Through PLRA’s official system, you can check whether a mutation has been filed for a property, and its current processing status, generally shown as pending or completed. You can also view and download the Fard (ownership record extract), verify current ownership details, and check for encumbrances such as…