15 h. ago PTI proposes PPP boycott of federal budget to block government’s approval

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has formally urged the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) to boycott the upcoming federal budget vote. This strategic move aims to increase pressure on the government and block the budget’s approval in the National Assembly. Senior PTI leader Asad Qaiser met with PPP’s Raja Pervez Ashraf at Parliament House to discuss a joint […]

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53 h. ago Sindh, KP up in arms for ‘being ignored’ in federal projects

Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah criticised the federal government for failing to meet its financial commitments to the province, while promising enhanced development and relief measures in the 2025-26 budget. Speaking at a post-budget press conference on Saturday, Shah said the provincial budget totalled Rs3.45 trillion, with a record Rs1.018 trillion allocated for development […]

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5 d. ago Pakistan’s plan to sharply increase growth faces headwinds – analysts

Pakistan is aiming to sharply increase economic growth under its annual federal budget unveiled on Tuesday, but analysts are skeptical about the country’s ability to meet its ambitious goals. The budget targets higher revenues and a steep fiscal deficit cut under International Monetary Fund (IMF) backed reforms. Yet, defense spending was hiked 20 percent, excluding […]

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5 d. ago Govt allocates Rs1.1 billion to boost sports infrastructure in federal budget

The federal government has allocated Rs1.1 billion for sports development under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) for the fiscal year 2025-26. The move aims to improve sports facilities across the country and promote youth participation in physical activities. According to the budget documents, two new schemes are included in this year’s PSDP. One major […]

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6 d. ago Youth skill development gets a boost in Pakistan’s 2025 budget

The federal government has allocated Rs. 4.3 billion for the Prime Minister’s Youth Skill Development Program in the 2025-26 budget. This initiative aims to train 161,500 young individuals in various technical fields to enhance employment opportunities. The program is designed to equip youth with market-driven skills, helping them secure better jobs and boost economic growth. […]

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6 d. ago Over Rs. 14 billion set aside for health projects in budget 2025

The federal government has announced Rs. 14.3 billion in funding for the health sector under the Public Sector Development Program (PSDP) for the fiscal year 2025-26. The funds will support 21 ongoing projects across the country aimed at improving healthcare services. During the budget speech, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb stated that the goal is to […]

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6 d. ago Reforms in pension policy: Family pensions limited to 10 years in budget 2025

The federal government has introduced key pension reforms in the Budget 2025-26. These changes aim to ease pressure on the national treasury. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb shared these updates during his budget speech. He explained that the pension system had seen several changes through executive orders over past decades. These changes increased the financial burden […]

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6 d. ago Federal government takes 16 development projects from Sindh, assigns them to housing ministry

The federal government has transferred 16 key development projects in Sindh to the Ministry of Housing instead of the provincial government. Chief Minister Sindh, Syed Murad Ali Shah, called this move an attack on provincial autonomy. These projects are part of the budget for 2025-2026, aimed at improving infrastructure in major cities across Sindh. The […]

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6 d. ago Salaries, pensions up by 10%, new taxes worth Rs2 trillion in budget 2025–26

ISLAMABAD – The budget documents for the fiscal year 2025–26 have been revealed ahead of the formal presentation in Parliament. According to details, the total proposed budget size is Rs17,573 billion. Of this, Rs1,000 billion is allocated for development spending, while non-development expenditures are projected to be Rs16,286 billion. The government proposes Rs2 trillion in […]

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1 week ago Government allocates Rs288 billion to boost productivity of state

The federal government has announced a major investment of Rs288 billion to improve the infrastructure and performance of key state-owned enterprises (SOEs). This new strategy allows these enterprises to fund their own development projects beyond the traditional Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP). This initiative targets critical sectors such as energy, telecommunications, water, and defence production. […]

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2 w. ago Pakistan proposes Rs4,083 billion national development budget for next fiscal year

Pakistan is planning to set a total national development budget of Rs4,083 billion for the upcoming fiscal year, according to official documents reviewed by Dawn News. This includes both federal and provincial allocations aimed at boosting infrastructure, energy, and social sector development. The proposed federal development budget stands at Rs1,000 billion. In addition, Rs288 billion […]

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2 w. ago Ahsan Iqbal: Next year’s development budget reduced by Rs100 billion

Federal Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal has announced that the government will allocate Rs1,000 billion for development in the 2025–26 budget, down from Rs1,100 billion this fiscal year. He called it a “difficult but focused” adjustment made to stay within fiscal limits. Speaking at the Annual Plan Coordination Committee (APCC) meeting, he confirmed that Rs250 billion […]

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2 w. ago CM outlines budget priorities with focus on development, welfare

KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah chaired a high-level cabinet meeting on Saturday to review budget proposals for the fiscal year 2025-26, setting out the government’s priorities for inclusive development, poverty reduction, and sustainable progress. He highlighted key focus areas including water supply, drainage infrastructure, solar energy expansion, education, healthcare, agriculture, and industrial development. […]

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2 w. ago Industrial raw materials duty cuts under review for FY26 budget: Commerce committee updates

Prime Minister’s Special Assistant on Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan, is set to present proposals for reducing duties on industrial raw materials in the upcoming fiscal year 2025–26 budget. These measures aim to boost local manufacturing by making raw materials and industrial machinery more affordable. The proposals were discussed in the National Assembly Standing […]

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2 w. ago Rs1 trillion+ development budget aims to transform roads, water, and energy sectors

The federal government plans to spend more than Rs1 trillion on development projects in the fiscal year 2025-26. This large budget will fund important areas such as roads, water supply, power generation, and higher education. Officials say this shows the government’s commitment to improving infrastructure and social services across the country. The Annual Plan Coordination […]

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2 w. ago Govt to end tax relief for tribal areas in next budget, aims to raise Rs45 billion

The federal government plans to end the sales tax exemption for former tribal areas in the upcoming 2025-26 budget. This move could help the government raise over Rs45 billion in revenue. The decision will also impact electricity supplies to the ex-FATA and PATA regions, ending years of tax relief provided after their merger with Khyber […]

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2 w. ago Diamer Bhasha dam to boost water availability, but cheap electricity unlikely: Minister of energy

Pakistan’s Minister of Energy, Awais Leghari, has stated that while the Diamer Bhasha Dam will significantly increase water availability, it will not provide cheap electricity. In a workshop on energy sector reforms in Islamabad, Leghari clarified that the government is working towards increasing electricity supply, but challenges remain in ensuring affordable power for consumers. He […]

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3 w. ago Govt pledges full support for textile exports in upcoming budget

  ISLAMABAD – Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan has assured the textile sector of strong government support in the upcoming federal budget, aiming to boost exports and strengthen industrial growth. He shared these views during a high-level meeting with a delegation from the Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) in Islamabad. The PTC delegation, led […]

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