Rs750 billion development programme highlights focus on infrastructure and public welfare
KARACHI, June 17, 2026 — Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah on Wednesday unveiled a Rs3.562 trillion budget for fiscal year 2026-27, proposing a 7% increase in salaries and pensions for government employees while refraining from imposing any new taxes.
(more…)Rs5.9 trillion budget prioritises development, education and public welfare
LAHORE, June 16, 2026 — The Punjab government decides to increase salaries by 7 percent and pensions by 3.5 percent as part of its Rs5.903 trillion Budget 2026–27, unveiled on Tuesday with a strong focus on development spending, public welfare and economic stability.
(more…)Education, health and infrastructure receive major allocations in pro-growth budget
LAHORE, June 16, 2026 — The Punjab government on Tuesday unveiled a Rs5.903 trillion budget for fiscal year 2026-27, increasing overall spending by 10.7 percent from the previous year and allocating higher funds for development, education, healthcare and public welfare programmes.
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Finance minister highlights tax relief, concessional financing and tariff reforms as pillars of Pakistan’s growth strategy
(more…)Pakistan Unveils Rs18.77 Trillion Federal Budget for FY2026-27 with Focus on Debt Servicing and Defence
(more…)Budget 2026–27 aims to improve liquidity and stimulate real estate activity
ISLAMABAD, June 12, 2026 — Pakistan proposes cut in property withholding tax under the federal Budget 2026–27, aiming to support construction activity and revive momentum in the real estate sector.
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Banks to deduct tax directly from digital creator income under Budget 2026–27
ISLAMABAD, June 12, 2026 — Pakistan imposes withholding tax on income earned through social media platforms, including YouTube, Instagram and TikTok, as part of efforts to expand the tax base and regulate digital earnings.
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Simplified “Asaan” tax regime aims to expand formal retail sector
ISLAMABAD, June 12, 2026 — Pakistan launches fixed tax scheme for retailers under Rs200 million annual turnover as part of Budget 2026–27, introducing a simplified taxation structure aimed at improving compliance and widening the tax net.
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Government announces 7% pay hike and higher minimum wage to support workers
ISLAMABAD, June 12, 2026 — Pakistan raises salaries, pensions and minimum wage in Budget 2026–27, announcing relief measures for government employees and low-income workers amid rising living costs.
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Government moves to support EV manufacturing and control production costs
ISLAMABAD, June 12, 2026 — Pakistan extends CKD kit tax exemption for electric vehicles until June 30, 2027 under the Budget 2026–27, in a move aimed at supporting local EV assembly and maintaining investment momentum in the sector.
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