The World Bank has recommended that Pakistan revise the National Finance Commission (NFC) Award formula to improve fiscal federalism, strengthen revenue collection and ensure a more equitable distribution of resources among the provinces. The recommendations were presented in the World Bank’s report, Strengthening Fiscal Federalism in Pakistan, launched by lead economist Tobias Haque and Country […]
Benazir Income Support Programme
Audit uncovers irregular payments in Benazir Income Support Programme
An audit report of the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) for the 2024-25 fiscal year has revealed financial irregularities exceeding Rs25 billion, highlighting weaknesses in beneficiary profiling and system controls that allegedly allowed payments to ineligible individuals. According to the audit report for 2025-26, more than 600,000 questionable cases were identified due to deficiencies in […]
Bilawal calls BISP criticism shameful
PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari strongly defended the Benazir Income Support Programme during the National Assembly budget debate. He called criticism of the programme shameful and urged its expansion. His remarks carry significance for millions of beneficiaries and Pakistan’s broader economic stability efforts. Speaking on the federal budget for FY2026-27, Bilawal described BISP as both […]
Bilawal welcomes historic US-Iran memorandum
Pakistan Peoples Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari called the United States-Iran memorandum of understanding a historic breakthrough. He said dialogue delivers better outcomes than conflict and promotes regional stability. His remarks matter for Pakistan’s political landscape and citizens seeking economic growth and peace. Addressing the National Assembly, Bilawal praised Pakistan’s military leadership for strengthening the […]
BISP head urges apology after Rana Sanaullah’s beggar remarks
Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) Chairperson Senator Rubina Khalid on Monday urged those whose words may have hurt BISP beneficiaries’ sentiments to apologise. While she did not specifically name anyone, the senator said this during a press conference in Islamabad after mentioning remarks by Prime Minister’s Adviser on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah. Speaking to media’ […]
Bilawal calls for greater local empowerment in Gilgit-Baltistan
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has called for greater local empowerment in Gilgit-Baltistan, saying that decisions affecting the region should be made by its people rather than by federal officials in Islamabad. Read More: Free scooties distributed among women in Sukkur under Sindh govt Addressing an election rally in Shigar for the GBA-12 constituency, the Pakistan Peoples […]
IMF proposes higher BISP payments in Pakistan talks
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has proposed increasing financial assistance under Pakistan’s Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) by Rs5,500, as discussions continue over economic reforms and the upcoming federal budget. According to official sources, the IMF has recommended raising the quarterly BISP stipend from Rs14,500 to Rs20,000 to provide greater financial relief to low-income households […]
BISP chairperson visits PPP Secretary General Muhammad Humayun
Chairperson of the Benazir Income Support Programme and President of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Women’s Wing, Senator Rubina Khalid, visited the residence of PPP Central Secretary General Muhammad Humayun Khan to inquire about his health and well-being. During the visit, Senator Rubina Khalid expressed her heartfelt wishes for Muhammad Humayun Khan’s swift and […]
BISP launches digital dashboard to strengthen social protection
The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) has launched a real-time digital dashboard for its flagship stunting prevention initiative, the Benazir Nashonuma Programme, a major step in strengthening performance monitoring and enabling data-driven decision-making across Pakistan’s health and social protection systems. The dashboard was inaugurated by Chairperson BISP, Senator Rubina Khalid, alongside Federal Minister for Poverty […]
BISP chief vows global recognition of handicrafts made by Haripur women
Chairperson Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), Senator Rubina Khalid, visited the Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI) Haripur. Upon her arrival, she was warmly received by President CCI Haripur Malik Umair Khalid, Executive Member Syed Ahmed Jan Sikandar, along with other executive members of the Chamber. During the visit, the Chairperson also reviewed the Handicrafts […]