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Business Recorder
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- Business Recorder
33 militants crossing Afghan border killed
ISLAMABAD: Security forces killed at least 33 Indian-sponsored militants attempting to infiltrate Pakistan from Afghanistan in the early hours of Thursday, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said. According to the military's media wing, the movement of a large group of militants- described as belonging to the Indian proxy network 'Fitna al Khwaraj' - was detected in the Sambaza area of Zhob District, Balochistan, during the night between August 7 and 8. Security forces kill 54 terrorists infiltrating through Pakistan-Afghanistan border Troops engaged the infiltrators in a 'precise, bold and skillful' operation, thwarting their attempt to cross the border. A significant cache of weapons, ammunition, and explosives was recovered from the site. A sanitisation operation is under way in the area to clear any remaining militants, the ISPR said, adding that Pakistan's security forces remain 'resolute and unwavering' in their mission to defend the country's borders and eliminate Indian-sponsored terrorism. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
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Senior business leaders heap praise on Field Marshal for resolving issues facing community
LAHORE: Senior business leaders, including Zain Iftikhar Chaudhry, Vice President and Regional Chairman of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI); SM Tanveer, Patron-in-Chief of the United Business Group (UBG); Zaki Aijaz, Vice President FPCCI; and Mian Abu Zar Shad, President of the Lahore Chamber of Commerce & Industry (LCCI), expressed profound gratitude towards Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir during a press conference in Lahore. The leaders commended Field Marshal Munir for his decisive intervention in resolving critical, long-standing issues plaguing the business community, describing his actions as a tremendous service to the sector. They lauded his vision of transforming Pakistan into an Asian Tiger, emphatically stating that the entire business community stands united with him in realizing this national ambition. They acknowledged that his efforts have fostered a new era of optimism and progress for the private sector. A major point of relief highlighted was the recent amendment to Section 37A of the Sales Tax Act 1990. The leaders expressed serious concern over the previous version, which authorized Grade-16 officers to arrest businessmen, deeming it unacceptable and detrimental to business confidence, warning that such intimidation drives investment and enterprise away. They congratulated the nationwide business community on the successful amendments, calling it a significant step towards restoring trust and rebuilding the economy. The FPCCI leadership stressed their commitment to contributing to the national exchequer and opposition to tax evasion, but affirmed their unity in protecting the business community's rights when threatened. However, concerns were raised regarding the power sector. The leadership highlighted FPCCI's sustained efforts over the past 18 months concerning Independent Power Producers (IPPs), noting that despite these endeavours, the intended relief has yet to benefit businesses or the general public. They urgently called for reducing the cost of doing business, specifically demanding an immediate reduction in electricity tariffs to 9 cents and bringing interest rates down to single digits to maintain Pakistan's global competitiveness. Failure to act, they warned, risks export orders shifting to other countries, especially given Pakistan's current 50% tariff advantage on Indian goods which uniquely positions it to boost exports. The leaders also strongly criticized Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) for imposing retroactive levies on gas bills covering the past five years, labelling the move unjust and demanding its immediate reversal. Meanwhile in a separate press conference Lahore Chamber of Commerce & Industry President Mian Abuzar Shad has expressed his optimism that the pro-business amendments, incorporated in the Finance Act 2025 on the LCCI's demand, would serve as a cornerstone for a new era of economic revival, pave the way for sustained progress, enhance investor confidence and shared prosperity for both the business community and the national economy. He was addressing a Press Conference, along with Senior Vice President Engineer Khalid Usman, Vice President Shahid Nazir Chaudhry and former LCCI President Muhammad Ali Mian, at the Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The LCCI President said that the Federal Board of Revenue has decided to implement a transparent and structured procedure before initiating inquiries under sub-sections 8 and 9 of Section 37A of the Sales Tax Act 1990. For this purpose, Sales Tax General Order No 02 of 2025 has been issued. Mian Abuzar Shad extended heartfelt thanks to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Deputy Prime Minister & Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, Ali Pervaiz Malik, Haroon Akhtar, Bilal Azhar Kayani, Governor Punjab Sardar Saleem Haider and FBR Chairman Rashid Langrial. He paid rich tribute to Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal General Asim Munir, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee General Sahir Shamshad, SIFC's General Sarfraz and General Asad Cheema, for listening attentively to the Chamber's concerns and ensuring their implementation. They have proven that while Pakistan's defense remains impregnable, our military leadership is equally committed to strengthening the nation's economic frontiers. The LCCI President said that Pakistan's recent tariff advantages over India were a result of Field Marshal Asim Munir's luncheon with former US President Donald Trump. Mian Abuzar Shad also lauded the efforts KCCI President Javed Balwani, former LCCI Presidents Mian Anjum Nisar and Muhammad Ali Mian, former Senior Vice President Ali Hussam Asghar, former Vice President Faheem Rehman Saigol, Kh Shahzaib Akram, Gohar Ejaz and SM Tanveer. He revealed that multiple Zoom meetings were held with government representatives, alongside seven personal visits to Islamabad. Our consistent stance was that no inquiry or legal action should be initiated without prior consultation with business community representatives, to prevent fear and to build trust. The LCCI President explained that under the original budget provision of Section 37A, FBR officers had unlimited powers to arrest, creating serious concerns within the business community. Now, no arrest will be made unless approved by a three-member committee nominated by the FBR Chairman and relevant chambers will be taken into confidence — ensuring transparency. He further added that concerns over the immediate rollout of e-invoicing had been addressed: it will be implemented in phases, beginning with multinational companies and will be operated solely via FBR's PRAL system, with nationwide awareness sessions beforehand. Regarding the controversial Clause 21(S) that disallowed 50% of expenses on cash payments exceeding PKR 200,000, Mian Abuzar Shad confirmed that FBR has now clarified: if payment is deposited directly into a seller's bank account, it will be deemed as made via the banking channel, effectively removing the limit. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
United News of India
34 minutes ago
- United News of India
NSA Doval meets Russia's First Deputy Prime Minister in Moscow
Delhi/Moscow, Aug 8 (UNI) Russia's First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov held a meeting with India's National Security Advisor Ajit Kumar Doval, who is now in Moscow. The parties discussed topical issues of bilateral military-technical cooperation, as well as the implementation of joint projects in other strategic sectors, including civil aircraft manufacturing, metallurgy, and the chemical industry, the Russian embassy in India tweeted. Doval, who arrived in Russia on Wednesday, has already called on Russian president Vladimir Putin and other leaders. According to sources, Doval is visiting Russia in the run up to Putin's official trip to India later this year. His trip also coincides with US president Donald Trump imposing a further 25 percent tariff on Indian goods entering his country's market as penalty for New Delhi continuing to buy Russian oil. With the latest tariff hike, the total tariff on Indian goods reaching the US has gone up to a stiff 50 percent. UNI SSP SS More News NSA Doval meets Russia's First Deputy Prime Minister in Moscow 09 Aug 2025 | 2:29 AM Delhi/Moscow, Aug 8 (UNI) Russia's First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov held a meeting with India's National Security Advisor Ajit Kumar Doval, who is now in Moscow. see more.. Delhi CM salutes sanitation workers' dedication, vows to protect their dignity, rights & honour 08 Aug 2025 | 11:48 PM New Delhi, Aug 8 (UNI) Saluting the dedication and work done by city's sanitation workers, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta today said that the relentless effort put in by them to make the national capital clean and free from waste is something that cannot be expressed in words. see more.. Delhi CM seeks action on Rs 5,200 cr labour fund left unspent by previous Govt 08 Aug 2025 | 11:39 PM New Delhi, Aug 8 (UNI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta delivered a strong statement in the legislative assembly today, criticising the previous government over declarations regarding workers' welfare, alleging they were not translated into meaningful action. see more.. Delhi traders concerned over certain clauses in GST Amendment Bills, says opposition 08 Aug 2025 | 10:39 PM New Delhi, Aug 8 (UNI) The Delhi Assembly today witnessed heated discussions over two GST Amendment Bills tabled by the government, with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) raising concerns about their potential impact on small traders. see more.. China welcomes PM Modi's upcoming visit to Tianjin for SCO Summit on Aug 31-Sep 1 08 Aug 2025 | 10:37 PM New Delhi, Aug 8 (UNI) China today welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to Tianjin for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit saying it will be a ''gathering of solidarity, friendship and fruitful results.'' ''China welcomes Prime Minister Modi to China for the SCO Tianjin Summit. We believe that with the concerted effort of all parties, the Tianjin summit will be a gathering of solidarity, friendship and fruitful results,'' Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun said.
