The Punjab government has unveiled a Rs5.903 trillion budget for the fiscal year 2026-27, placing strong emphasis on development, public welfare and improved service delivery across the province. The financial plan reflects a broad strategy aimed at expanding infrastructure, strengthening social sectors and ensuring that development benefits reach both urban and rural communities through targeted […]
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Sindh cabinet approves Rs3.562 trillion budget for fiscal year
The Sindh cabinet has approved a massive provincial budget of over Rs3.562 trillion for the fiscal year 2026-27, setting the stage for its formal presentation in the provincial assembly. The approval came during a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah, where officials reviewed development priorities, sectoral allocations and financial planning for the […]
Stagnant HEC budget threatens university progress, may impact scholarships
ISLAMABAD: The Higher Education Commission (HEC) is facing financial constraints due to a stagnant budget allocation, which experts warn could impede universities’ progress towards financial self-sustainability and force an increase in tuition fees, creating barriers for underprivileged students. The education ministry’s reply to the National Assembly, presented by Minister Dr Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, stated that […]