Nationwide Traders’ Strike Shuts Down Major Markets

A massive traders’ strike swept across Pakistan on Saturday, with major markets in cities like Karachi, Lahore, and Peshawar shutting down in protest against the Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) expanded powers. However, Islamabad stood apart, where markets remained open and business continued as usual. The strike drew widespread support from traders, restaurant owners, and …

Quetta Traders Threaten Protests Over ‘Oppressive’ FBR Arrest Powers

Quetta’s business community is threatening mass protests if the government does not roll back controversial tax measures and arrest powers granted to the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). Business leaders argue that these powers will cripple local trade, especially in economically fragile Balochistan. QCCI Stands Firm Against Budget Measures At a meeting held Saturday, members …

Fazlur Rehman Urges Govt to Back Traders

JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman has urged the government to extend full support to Pakistan’s business community, describing it as the backbone of the national economy. During his visit to Karachi, he stressed the need for a business-friendly environment and greater respect for traders and industrialists. Meeting with Business Leaders Fazlur Rehman visited the residence …

Nationwide Shutter-Down Strike on April 26 in Support of Palestine

Traders across Pakistan have called for a shutter-down strike on April 26 to express solidarity with the people of Palestine. The strike, supported by major trader associations and political groups, aims to protest Israel’s continued military operations in Gaza and highlight the humanitarian crisis. Widespread Support in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Mushtaq Ahmed Khalil, Senior Vice President of …

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