The Punjab Assembly witnessed a heated debate over the provincial budget for the fiscal year 2026-27, as treasury and opposition lawmakers traded sharp criticism over spending priorities and development allocations. During the session, opposition members accused the government of presenting a budget focused on figures rather than addressing the needs of key sectors. They alleged […]
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Punjab to unveil Rs5.3 trillion budget today
The Punjab government is set to present its budget for the fiscal year 2026-27 today, with a proposed outlay exceeding Rs5.3 trillion and no new taxes expected to be imposed on citizens. The budget will be presented during the 43rd session of the Punjab Assembly by Provincial Finance Minister Mian Mujtaba Shuja-ur-Rehman. Alongside the annual […]
Azma records statement in defamation case against PA opposition leader
Punjab Information and Culture Minister Azma Bokhari appeared before the Lahore Defamation Tribunal in connection with the defamation case she has filed against Punjab Assembly Opposition Leader Moeen Qureshi. The case was heard by Judge Amanullah Khokhar of the Lahore Defamation Tribunal. During the proceedings, Punjab Information and Culture Minister Azma Bokhari recorded her statement […]
Allocation of Rs 7.41 billion proposed for PA modernisation
A development package of Rs 7.41 billion has been proposed for the development and modernization in Punjab Assembly. New building for committees, MPA hostel, security upgradation and Parliamentary Research Institute projects are included. It is proposed to release Rs 7.41 billion for Punjab Assembly projects in the financial year 2026-27. It is proposed to allocate […]
PAC-II flags revenue irregularities in Board of Revenue
The Punjab Assembly’s Public Accounts Committee-II (PAC-II) has identified major financial irregularities and revenue leakages within the Board of Revenue, highlighting weaknesses in tax collection and land management systems across Punjab. The findings emerged during a committee meeting chaired by Syed Ali Haider Gilani at the Punjab Assembly, where officials from the assembly, audit, finance […]
Punjab Assembly passes infrastructure cess bill amid protests
The Punjab Assembly on Wednesday passed the Punjab Infrastructure Development Cess Bill 2026 during a tense session marked by repeated quorum issues, heated exchanges between treasury and opposition lawmakers, and concerns over low wages and overcrowded prisons. Read More: Punjab Assembly 40th session summoned by Speake The session, chaired by Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan, began nearly […]
Punjab CM, PA speaker discuss uplift projects
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif met Speaker Punjab Assembly Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan and discussed ongoing development projects and public affairs. The chief minister expressed heartfelt condolences over the demise of the speaker’s sister and offered Fateha for the departed soul. During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on public welfare initiatives and development […]
Azma lauds PA speaker for passage of Child Marriage Restraint Act
Provincial Minister for Information and Culture Azma Bokhari has paid rich tribute to Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan for his dynamic and courageous leadership in steering the passage of the Child Marriage Restraint Act in the Punjab Assembly. Speaking during the assembly session, the minister praised the Speaker’s statesmanship in handling this sensitive legislation. She […]
Punjab Assembly Approves Strict Law Against Underage Marriage
The Punjab Assembly has approved a strict law against underage marriage. Lawmakers passed the amendment bill with a clear majority. As a result, the new law aims to protect children and discourage early marriages across the province. Under the new legislation, adults over 18 will face punishment if they marry minors. In addition, the law […]
Punjab Assembly reverses stance on agricultural income tax
The Punjab Assembly witnessed a swift reversal on the issue of agricultural income tax, as Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan reinstated tax notifications just a day after declaring them unconstitutional. Read More: PA speaker declares agri tax notification null and void The session, which began with a delay of two hours, saw the House unanimously approve a […]