2025 Budget Pushes Pakistan’s E-Commerce Platforms into the Tax Spotlight
How Pakistan’s 2025 Budget Brings E-Commerce Platforms into the Tax Spotlight In a pivotal development tied to the 2025 Budget, the National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Finance has advanced a key proposal in the Finance Bill 2025–26 to tax online businesses earning over PKR 5 million annually. The measure aims to expand tax coverage for […]
Pakistan IT Potential Shines at US Tech Investment Conference 2025
Pakistan Positions Itself as the Next Big Tech Destination at US Investment Conference Pakistan IT took center stage at the final leg of the Pakistan-US Tech Investment Conference 2025, which concluded in Washington DC with a strong show of optimism for the country’s booming technology sector. Drawing tech executives, investors, and entrepreneurs from across the […]
The End of Jobless IT Graduates? HEC & MoITT Launches New Skills Initiative
Unemployed Computer Graduates in Pakistan? Not Anymore HEC & MoITT Push for Industry-Ready Skills At the recent ‘Zero-Day Employability of Computing Graduates’ conference, Pakistan took a decisive step toward solving a persistent challenge: the growing number of unemployed IT graduates. Organized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) in collaboration with the Ministry of IT & […]
Careem Ride-Hailing Exit: What’s Next with Their New All-in-One App?
Careem hits the brakes on ride-sharing and shifts gears toward an all-in-one lifestyle app. After pausing its ride-hailing operations in Pakistan, Careem is preparing for a major relaunch this time, as an “everything app” focused on daily services beyond just transportation. While the announcement about ending ride-share services in key Pakistani cities came as a […]
How to Handle Taxes in Pakistan as a Startup and Freelancer (2025)
Struggling with Taxes in Pakistan? Here’s What Startups & Freelancers Need to Know Handling taxes in Pakistan as a startup or freelancer isn’t just about compliance—it’s about unlocking business credibility, funding eligibility, and lower tax deductions. Whether you’re earning from Upwork or building a SaaS product, this guide will walk you through how to manage […]
How to Register for Sales Tax in Pakistan (2025): Provincial Step-by-Step Guide for Businesses
Introduction to Sales Tax in Pakistan Sales tax in Pakistan is a value-added tax (VAT) imposed on the sale and purchase of goods and certain services. It is governed by the Sales Tax Act, 1990 and administered by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). Businesses that make taxable supplies are required to register for sales […]
How to Register for Provincial Sales Tax in Pakistan: Step-by-Step Guide (2025)
Get Your Sales Tax Number Today: Provincial Tax Registration Process (2025 Edition) In Pakistan, Provincial Sales Tax on services is administered by provincial authorities, while sales tax on goods falls under the jurisdiction of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). Businesses offering services must register with the relevant provincial revenue authority based on their location: […]
How to File Tax Returns in Pakistan (2025): The Complete Guide for Individuals & Startups
Step-by-Step Guide to Filing Tax Returns in Pakistan (2025) Filing tax returns in Pakistan is more than just a civic duty — it’s a legal obligation that directly impacts your financial credibility and access to services. Whether you’re a salaried professional, freelancer, or business owner, this step-by-step guide will help you confidently file your income […]
Bazaar: Pakistan’s First Startup Reality Show Set to Launch in 2026
ARY Digital Network, in collaboration with PakLaunch, has announced Bazaar—a next-generation startup reality television series aimed at energizing Pakistan’s entrepreneurial landscape. Bazaar, Pakistan’s first startup reality TV show, is set to air in early 2026. Designed for early-stage and growth-stage entrepreneurs, the show offers startups the chance to pitch their ideas to a panel of […]
AI Is Coming for White-Collar Jobs? Here’s What You Need to Know in 2025
The AI threat to white-collar jobs isn’t a distant future, it’s already unfolding, and most people are still asleep. PARIS, June 15, 2025 — At Vivatech, one of Europe’s biggest tech festivals, Dario Amodei, CEO of AI powerhouse Anthropic, made waves: “ AI could wipe out half of entry-level white‑collar jobs within one to five […]