Banks to observe extended hours on March 30, 31.

KARACHI -- The banks will observe extended banking hours on March 30 and 31 across the country.

According to a news release issued by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Wednesday, All branches of banks including National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) and field offices of SBP Banking Services Corporation (SBP-BSC) would observe extended banking hours until 4pm and 6pm on March 30th and 31st respectively.

The decision was taken to facilitate the taxpayers in payment of Government duties / taxes, it has been decided on the request of Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) for the collection of government taxes through ADC's Over-the-Counter...