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. […]
2025-26 Budget
Pakistan moves to regulate e-commerce with new tax rules
The federal government has decided to bring e-commerce businesses into the tax net under the 2025-26 budget. Individuals and companies selling goods or services online will now be subject to taxation. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announced this policy while presenting the Rs. 17,573 billion budget in the National Assembly. To regulate digital transactions, the government […]
Strict tax measures: Non-filers banned from buying property and cars
The government has introduced strict financial restrictions on non-filers in the 2025-26 budget. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb presented these measures in the National Assembly, aiming to increase tax compliance and discourage tax evasion. The new rules will limit financial activities for individuals who do not file tax returns. Under the new policy, non-filers cannot buy […]
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 […]
Pakistan’s budget 2025: Big tax cuts for property buyers
The government has announced major tax relief for the real estate sector in the 2025-26 budget. The new measures aim to reduce costs for property buyers and encourage investment in housing. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb presented these proposals during his budget speech. The government hopes these changes will boost economic activity and make homeownership more […]
Pakistan introduces carbon levy on petroleum products
The government has announced a carbon levy of Rs. 2.5 per liter on petrol, diesel, and furnace oil in the new budget. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb presented this policy during the 2025-26 budget speech in the National Assembly. He explained that the levy aims to discourage fossil fuel usage and promote environment-friendly energy solutions. The […]
Govt allocates Rs1 trillion for development projects in FY26 budget amid tight cuts
The federal government has decided to allocate Rs1 trillion for the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) in the 2025–26 budget, trimming down ministries’ original demand of Rs3 trillion. According to official documents, the Finance Ministry initially suggested a budget ceiling of Rs921 billion but later increased it to a round figure of Rs1 trillion. As […]
Govt to prioritise 106 key projects in 2025-26 budget
The federal government has decided to prioritize 106 major development projects for the 2025-26 fiscal year. These projects will receive the highest funding despite ongoing debates over the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their political implications. The government has yet to release the full budget breakdown, but these projects will be at the top of […]