Faraz Ali Ansari, Author at Focus Pakistan

Pakistan electricity subsidy announcement by Energy Minister Awais Leghari for consumers using less than 200 units under new QR code verification system

Government Retains Electricity Subsidy for 200-Unit Consumers

Faraz Ali AnsariMay 31, 2026

Energy Minister Awais Leghari says deserving consumers under 200-unit threshold will keep receiving relief, but wealthy solar users gaming the system must stop. ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Energy Awais Leghari launched a campaign against the rising misuse of the electricity subsidy scheme in the country by unveiling a QR-code based verification method to help identify ... Read more

Pakistan car prices after budget as major tariff reforms and import duty cuts boost industry in Budget 2026-27

Shehbaz Clears Historic Duty Cuts for Pakistan’s Auto Industry Ahead of Budget 2026-27

Faraz Ali AnsariMay 31, 2026

Pakistan car prices after budget 2026-27 may see a drastic change since the Federal Government is expected to cut duties for vehicles on a massive scale. These measures, approved by the Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, are part of an overall policy aimed at improving competition and industry development in Pakistan through tariff reduction. ISLAMABAD: In ... Read more

Pakistan food taxes on potatoes onions eggs sugar and cooking oil ahead of Budget 2026

Govt Continues to Impose Heavy Taxes on Essential Food Items Ahead of Budget 2026-27

Faraz Ali AnsariMay 31, 2026

ISLAMABAD: Despite the financial hardship faced by many citizens because of increasing prices, the government of Pakistan is still levying substantial taxes and levies on essential food items such as potatoes, tomatoes, onions, and eggs, according to government sources. The official documentation reveals that there is a custom duty of 20% and additional duty of ... Read more

Mitsubishi Pajero comeback confirmed as the legendary off-road SUV returns for a global debut in 2026

Pakistan’s Favorite Off-Roader Returns as Mitsubishi Confirms Pajero Comeback

Faraz Ali AnsariMay 30, 2026

KARACHI: Mitsubishi Motors have finally announced that the legendary Pajero nameplate has returned. After many rumors and speculations, the Pajero name is back and ready to give the best performance ever as it returns for another ride on the roads. As per the announcement made by the company, the brand new crossover SUV from Mitsubishi ... Read more

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