23 h. ago Ali Zafar slams budget 2025, warns it could paralyze Pakistan’s industry

ISLAMABAD – PTI Senator Ali Zafar has sharply criticized the federal government’s proposed budget, warning that it could seriously damage Pakistan’s already struggling industrial sector. He accused the authorities of burdening the economy with excessive taxes and flawed fiscal policies. Speaking during a Senate session on Monday, Zafar questioned the government’s claim that new taxes […]

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26 h. ago PTI formally offers PPP to boycott budget vote under major political turn  

ISLAMABAD – A major political turn has emerged ahead of the federal budget for the fiscal year 2025–26, as Pakistan

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50 h. ago Lawmakers urge tax relief, slam harsh measures in federal budget debate

ISLAMABAD – Lawmakers from across party lines voiced strong concerns during the National Assembly’s budget debate on Saturday, calling for meaningful tax relief for the public and opposing aggressive tax enforcement measures. While some appreciated key incentives, many demanded greater fairness and economic balance in the 2025-26 federal budget. Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said Pakistan […]

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3 d. ago Suzuki Swift Expected Price in Pakistan after New Taxes in Budget 2025

Owning cars to become more expensive in Pakistan after proposes hike in taxes. With 18% General Sales Tax (GST) and

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4 d. ago Ahsan Iqbal unveils Rs. 4.2 trillion development budget to lead Pakistan from crisis to confidence

Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal presented Pakistan’s Development Budget for 2025–2026, highlighting a strong shift from crisis to confidence. He reminded the nation that just two years ago, Pakistan was on the edge of economic collapse. Now, the country is focusing on growth, stability, and transformation. The GDP has started to rebound with 2.7% growth this […]

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5 d. ago Tax Update on 1300cc, 1500cc, and 1800cc Cars in Pakistan After Budget 2025

KARACHI – As Pakistan’s auto sector remains in dire straits, the federal government introduced a new tax on Petrol and

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5 d. ago Toyota Corolla Cross Expected Price in Pakistan after New Sales Tax in Budget 2025

ISLAMABAD – Budget 2025-26 was expected to bring sigh of relief for auto enthusiasts, but there is no hope as

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6 d. ago Honda, Suzuki and other motorcycle prices may increase from July 2025

LAHORE – The prices of motorcycles are expected to increase in Pakistan from July 2025 if the proposed budget for

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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 Rs13.5 billion allocated for digital growth: Pakistan’s 2025 budget fuels IT and tech infrastructure

The federal government has proposed Rs13.5 billion for IT and digital infrastructure projects in the 2025-26 Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP). The goal is to accelerate digital transformation and strengthen Pakistan’s IT ecosystem. The budget includes 12 ongoing projects under the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunications (MoITT), with a total cost of Rs85.7 billion. […]

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6 d. ago Pakistan’s 2025 defense budget sees 20% rise to address growing regional security challenges

Pakistan has raised its defense budget to Rs. 2,550 billion for the 2025-26 fiscal year. This marks a 20% increase from last year’s Rs. 2,122 billion. The government aims to strengthen national security and support the armed forces. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb presented the budget in the National Assembly, highlighting security challenges and the need […]

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6 d. ago Haval H6 Expected Price in Pakistan after increase in Sales Tax in Budget 2025

KARACHI – Haval H6 raked in good sales in Pakistan in the last Fiscal Year, but there is bad news

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6 d. ago Pakistan’s budget 2025: Salary hike, tax cuts, and economic growth

Pakistan’s federal government has presented a historic budget of 175 trillion rupees for the 2025-26 fiscal year. The budget was unveiled by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb in the National Assembly, amid protests from opposition members. In his speech, the minister emphasized economic progress and congratulated Pakistan’s leadership for its recent victory in the war with […]

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6 d. ago Budget 2025: Family Pensions duration in Pakistan revised in major overhaul

ISLAMABAD – Pakistani government unveiled major pension reforms as part of Budget 2024-2025, in bid to improve fiscal stability and

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6 d. ago Update on solar panel prices in Pakistan as 18% tax proposed in Budget 2025

ISLAMABAD – The federal government has proposed imposition of 18 percent tax on the import of solar panels, a move

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1 week ago Pakistan budget 2025: IMF blocks wealth tax, clears Rs10 billion digital tax

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has turned down Pakistan’s proposal to impose a wealth tax and a 5% duty on one-day-old chicks. These suggestions, made by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), aimed to raise quick revenue but lacked broad economic logic. The IMF stressed that taxation should focus on income rather than targeting specific […]

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2 w. ago Cash buyers likely to pay higher price for petrol after Pakistan Budget 2025

ISLAMABAD – The federal government is considering a slew of measures to discourage cash purchases of all kinds, including petrol,

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2 w. ago Kia Picanto Automatic price update in Pakistan ahead of Budget 2025

LAHORE – The Kia Picanto is a compact hatchback that has gained popularity in Pakistan for its stylish design, fuel

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2 w. ago Govt confirms june 10 budget date amid holiday schedule concerns

The Government of Pakistan has confirmed that the 2025–26 federal budget will be presented on June 10 as originally planned. Finance Secretary Imdadullah Bosal dismissed all rumors about a possible delay, calling them baseless. He clarified that there is no change in the budget date, and all preparations are moving forward with guidance from the […]

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2 w. ago Petrol Price in Pakistan June Update: Will there be another Fuel Hike before Budget 2025

ISLAMABAD – Fortnight review of petrol price is around the corner, and Pakistanis are expecting slight relief in fuel rates

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