Zunoon Waheed

Punjab’s Fruit Farmers’ Plea for Relief as 20% FED on Fruit Juices Chokes Rural Economy

Sheikhupura: As the government maintains a 20% Federal Excise Duty (FED) on packaged fruit juices, fruit farmers in Punjab are facing devastating losses, many warning of a total collapse of the rural economy. Once sustained by strong demand from juice manufacturers, thousands of orchard owners are now left with rotting, unsold produce. The formal juice […]

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Brewing Potential: Why Coffee Deserves a Fair Shot in Pakistan

What Happened: Coffee is quickly becoming the go-to drink for Pakistan’s youth, replacing traditional chai in homes, campuses, and workplaces. But despite rising demand, the coffee industry is held back by outdated policies and high import duties. What you need to know: While tea is taxed at 13%, instant coffee faces up to 53% in

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Nestlé Pakistan expands Clean Gilgit-Baltistan Project to Askole – Zero Point to K2

What Happened: Nestlé Pakistan has taken another step toward a cleaner future by donating a compressing and baling machine to Central Karakoram National Park (CKNP) in Askole – Zero Point. What you need to know: This is part of its Clean Gilgit-Baltistan Project and will help manage the area’s 40,000 kg of yearly plastic waste.

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ITU Hosts Prestigious International Distinguished Lecturer Workshop

The Information Technology University (ITU), Lahore, in collaboration with CISS-Global, IEEE, ACM, SPIE, and OPTICA, proudly hosted the International Distinguished Lecturer Workshop, a landmark event that brought together globally acclaimed experts in technology and engineering. Held under the patronage of Vice Chancellor Dr. Adnan Noor Mian (UNESCO Chair in ICTD), Dr. Tauseef Tauqeer (Dean, Faculty

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Islamabad- As Pakistan readies its Federal Budget for 2025–26, CoRe Alliance has put forward a comprehensive set of proposals to accelerate the shift to a circular economy. Backed by leading private and development sector organizations, CoRe has recommended policy measures to strengthen recycling infrastructure, stimulate green jobs, and address Pakistan’s mounting waste challenges.

Central to CoRe’s proposals is a request for a five-year tax exemption for Packaging Recovery Organizations, a zero-tariff regime on recycling equipment and Reverse Vending Machines, and GST exemptions on services related to waste sorting, collection, and recycling. The Alliance is also advocating for financial incentives or tax rebates for companies that meet recycling targets

Islamabad- As Pakistan readies its Federal Budget for 2025–26, CoRe Alliance has put forward a comprehensive set of proposals to accelerate the shift to a circular economy. Backed by leading private and development sector organizations, CoRe has recommended policy measures to strengthen recycling infrastructure, stimulate green jobs, and address Pakistan’s mounting waste challenges. Read More »

The Hashtag Wars: How Online Hate Campaigns Are Engineered

Social media in Pakistan is not just a battleground for public opinion—it is a weaponized space where digital hate campaigns are systematically engineered. A recent research research study on tackling marginalization in online spaces reveals that these campaigns are not spontaneous expressions of public outrage but strategically designed attacks, often orchestrated by political parties, religious

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Nestlé Pakistan Embarks on 100,000-Tree Urban Forest Project in Islamabad with CDA

What Happened: Nestlé Pakistan, in collaboration with the Capital Development Authority (CDA), has launched a large-scale afforestation project to plant 100,000 trees in Islamabad under the Nestlé Cares program. What you need to know: The initiative, inaugurated by PM’s Climate Change Coordinator Romina Khurshid Alam, aligns with Nestlé’s goal of achieving Net Zero by 2050.

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Government and Businesses Unite to Simplify Laws and Boost Economy

What Happened: At a national gathering in Bhurban, government and private sector leaders agreed on the urgent need to align laws on taxes and environmental regulations. What you need to know: Hosted by CoRe Alliance, Baby Food and Nutrition Council, and Fruit Juice Council, the event highlighted that harmonization is crucial for business growth, economic

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Why Has Pakistan Struggled to Achieve Sustainable Long-Term Economic Growth?

Pakistan, despite its vast potential, has failed to achieve sustained economic growth and development. Jamil Nasir’s Development Challenges of Pakistan: Constraints and Choices, published by Palgrave Macmillan, offers a critical examination of Pakistan’s economic shortcomings. Drawing from his extensive experience as an economic policymaker, Nasir goes beyond conventional economic indicators to explore the deeper societal,

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