Tag: Shopkeepers
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Unchecked overcharging: Shopkeepers set their own rates for essential items during Ramzan
At the start of Ramzan, prices of essential food items have witnessed an uncontrolled surge, with little intervention from the authorities concerned. Shopkeepers are selling essential food items at their desired rates instead of selling at government-announced rates. A recent survey of markets in Peshawar reveals an alarming increase in prices of food items, which…
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Retailers in Lahore continue to overcharge for food items
Lahore residents are forced to pay high prices for basic food items since a number of store owners refuse to sell basic items at the government-recommended price list. Those who complain about price violations are asked to shop elsewhere where the items are offered at legal prices. The price of chicken was recently cut by…
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Shopkeepers fined in Islamabad for not adhering to DC rates
On April 27, special teams led by the Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) administration issued fines of up to Rs40,000 to shop owners for overcharging consumers. During surprise raids conducted by magistrates and assistant commissioners, shops from several marketplaces were penalised, according to an ICT administration spokesperson. Irfan Memon, the Deputy Commissioner of Islamabad, said the…
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264 shopkeepers arrested in Peshawar for overcharging
During a three-day crackdown on racketeers in Peshawar, the district administration arrested 264 shopkeepers from various parts of the provincial capital on April 11. Officials of the district administration visited bazaars in, Hayatabad, Kohat Road, Interior City, Nauthia, Ring Road, Charsadda Road, Dilzak Road, University Road, GT Road, Pajagee Road, Bara Road, and other localities…