Tag: prices
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Cellular companies raise call and data bundle prices
Telecommunications companies in Pakistan, such as Jazz, Telenor, and Ufone, have raised the prices of various call and data package offers. According to Propakistani, Jazz has notified its customers of the price increase, and the company has revised the subscription fees for the YouTube and social packages for one week from Rs115 to Rs120, while…
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Pharmaceutical industry wants to raise drug prices by 25 per cent
The government is given the deadline of June 30 to accept the pharmaceutical industry’s demands, or the cash-strapped sector will have no choice but to shut down. In order to prevent the collapse of the industry, Qazi Mansoor Dilawar, chairman of the Pakistan Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association (PPMA), called for the refund of Rs40 billion that…
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Here’s how to build your new laptop without going to a shop
As online purchasing and selling have evolved, you can now choose and order a laptop from a number of Pakistani websites without going to the market in person. Some of the most popular websites for online shopping include Daraz, laptopmart.pk, myshop.pk, mrlaptop.pk, telemart.pk and OLX. There is a distinct and significantly more effective website that…
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Number of railway passengers increases after hike in bus fares
The number of train passengers has enhanced as the cost of travelling by bus or private vehicle has elevated owing to skyrocketing fuel costs. Despite a slight increase in railway fares, a spokesperson for Pakistan Railways said that there was no comparison between train fares and bus or other forms of road transportation. According to AFP,…
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Here’s why iOS 16 is going to be the finest upgrade ever
On paper, Apple’s iOS 16, the iPhone’s next big software upgrade, appears to be innovative and super secure. iOS 16, which was previewed at Apple’s annual conference, would bring enhancements to communication, personalisation, and privacy. This contains significant upgrades to the lock screen, Messages app, and photos on your iPhone. The developer beta for iOS…
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Expansion plan for Lahore airport discussed
Specifics of the Lahore Airport expansion project were recently discussed at a meeting of the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) management, and Nespak. According to The News, the runway that is now being constructed was also discussed. The discussion went over the operational issues at Lahore Airport, as well as the concerns…
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Petrol quota for ministers, govt officials in Sindh lowered by 40 per cent
Sindh Chief Minister (CM) Murad Ali Shah lowered the petrol allotment of ministers and government officials by 40 per cent this week as part of his moderation campaign following another spike in petroleum prices. Keeping in view a substantial spike in POL prices within the last few days, the decision was made to limit spending…
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Inflation in France hits record-high since 1990s
Preliminary EU-harmonised statistics indicated that inflation in France surged more than projected in May to a new high, putting additional pressure on President Emmanuel Macron before upcoming legislative elections. Consumer prices rose 0.7 per cent in May, for a 12-month inflation rate of 5.8 per cent, up from 5.4 per cent in the last month…
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Pakistan faces Rs615 billion annual deficit due to tobacco consumption
Pakistan has a substantial Rs615 billion annual deficit owing to diseases caused by smoking and overall tobacco usage, with only Rs120 billion earning in tax revenue from the product. The government is expected to improve revenue by raising the tax on cigarettes by 30 per cent according to The Nation. This was voiced by speakers…
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Open market: Lemon being sold at Rs1,100 per kg in Lahore
The local price of lemon increased by Rs105 per kg, to Rs770 to 775 per kg, and was sold at an unbelievable price of Rs1,100 per kg in open markets and a few online stores with available stock. Due to the district administration’s inability to impose official rates at Ramazan bazaars, consumers are unable to…