Federal government
Luxury Petrol Cars and High-End EVs to Become More Expensive Under Budget FY2026-27
The federal government has proposed new taxation measures on imported vehicles, large-engine SUVs, and luxury electric vehicles (EVs) in the Federal Budget 2026-27, a move…
Govt Targets Over Rs. 5.3 Trillion in Non-Tax Revenue for Budget FY2026-27
The federal government has projected more than Rs. 5.336 trillion in non-tax revenue for fiscal year 2026-27, with petroleum levies, central bank profits, royalties, and…
Govt Allocates Rs. 365 Billion for Highways, Motorways and Railway Projects in Budget FY2026-27
The federal government has allocated Rs. 365 billion for transport and communication projects under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) for FY2026-27, focusing on major…
Govt Introduces Fixed Tax Scheme for Small Retailers in Budget 2026-27
The federal government has proposed a new fixed tax regime for small retailers and shopkeepers under Section 99B of the Income Tax Ordinance as part…
Govt Abolishes Capital Value Tax on Financial Assets in Budget 2026-27
The federal government has announced the abolition of the Capital Value Tax (CVT) on financial assets as part of its tax relief and documentation measures…
Govt Reduces Property Transaction Taxes by 50% in Budget 2026-27
The federal government has announced a significant reduction in withholding taxes on property transactions for tax filers as part of Budget 2026-27, aiming to stimulate…
Govt Raises Minimum Wage by 10% in Budget 2026-27
The federal government has announced a 10 percent increase in the minimum monthly wage as part of the Federal Budget 2026-27, aiming to provide relief…
FY2026-27 Budget Set at Rs. 18.8 Trillion, Debt Servicing to Consume 42% of Spending
Pakistan’s federal budget for FY2026-27 has been estimated at Rs. 18.771 trillion, with debt servicing remaining the largest expenditure item and accounting for approximately 42…
Pakistan Allocates Rs. 3 Trillion for Defense Budget in FY2026-27
The federal government has allocated approximately Rs. 3 trillion for defense affairs and services in the Federal Budget 2026-27, reflecting its focus on national security,…
Pakistan May End Tax Exemptions for EVs, Bikes and Rickshaws in Budget 2026-27
The federal government is considering withdrawing sales tax exemptions on electric vehicles (EVs), electric motorcycles, and electric rickshaws as part of the upcoming Federal Budget…
Govt Allocates Rs. 227 Billion for Highway and Motorway Projects in FY2026-27
The federal government has allocated nearly Rs. 227 billion for highway and motorway development in FY2026-27, signaling a strong focus on completing ongoing infrastructure projects…
Budget 2026-27: Govt Plans Carbon Levy on Large Cars, Major Tax Incentives for EVs
The federal government is considering imposing a carbon levy of up to 19.5 percent on vehicles above 2,000cc as part of Budget 2026-27, while simultaneously…
Pakistan to Release Economic Survey 2025-26 Tomorrow Ahead of Federal Budget
The federal government will release the Economic Survey of Pakistan 2025-26 on Thursday, providing a comprehensive review of the country’s economic performance ahead of the…
