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- AJK administration hopeful remaining JAAC protesters will disperse peacefullyThe AJK administration hopes JAAC protesters will disperse peacefully, following tensions over the committee's demand to abolish refugee seats in the Legislative Assembly, with authorities taking measures to suppress the protests.
- Budget FY26-27: What relief measures has the government announced for next year?The government has introduced several relief measures in the FY26-27 budget, including increased salaries and pensions, tax reductions, and subsidies for various sectors.
- Govt unveils Rs18.8tr budget for FY2026-27; GDP growth targeted at 4pcThe government presented the FY2026-27 budget with an outlay of Rs18.8 trillion, targeting 4pc GDP growth and 8.2pc average inflation. Key allocations include Rs8,045bn for markup payments, Rs15,264bn in tax revenue, and Rs1,000bn for the federal Public Sector Development Programme. Defense receives Rs3,000bn, with proposed tax cuts and subsidies.
- Meta's social networks down for thousands of usersMeta's social networks faced widespread outages affecting thousands of users, with no immediate explanation provided.
- How Pakistan stabilised its way into poverty in 21 graphsPakistan's economic survey reveals reduced inflation but increased poverty, with fiscal stability achieved through primary surpluses, though underlying structural issues persist.
- Supreme Court to lift austerity measures from June 15The Supreme Court of Pakistan lifted austerity measures from June 15, 2026, ending four-day work weeks and reduced petroleum allocations for judges.
- Govt unveils Rs18.8tr budget for FY2026-27; economic growth targeted at 4pcThe government unveiled a Rs18.8tr budget for FY2026-27, targeting 4pc economic growth and 8.2pc inflation, while emphasizing defense and foreign relations.
- Finance minister presents FY2026-27 budget in NA amid loud protests by oppositionFinance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb presented Pakistan's FY2026-27 budget in the National Assembly, facing opposition protests, while highlighting defense and economic achievements. PPP members protested over water shortages in Sindh and political disputes with the ruling PML-N.
- Budget FY26-27: How much tax will you pay? Use the Dawn Income Tax Calculator to find outThe government has updated income tax brackets for FY2026-27, reducing rates for salaried individuals earning between Rs2.2 million and Rs7 million annually, while maintaining the tax-free threshold of Rs600,000.
- Former senator Taj Afridi dies in M-1 motorway crashFormer senator Taj Muhammad Afridi died on the M-1 motorway after his vehicle had a fatal accident, with a technical fault reported as the cause. He was a former Senate member and provincial minister. Political leaders expressed grief over his death.
- PM Shehbaz stresses importance of 'strong security' ahead of budget presentationPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif highlighted the importance of strong security and economic stability during the budget presentation, acknowledging challenges and past tax measures.
- MQM-P delegation calls on PM Shehbaz ahead of budget; party leader says Rs20bn allocation sought for Karachi projectsMQM-P delegation met with PM Shehbaz Sharif to discuss budget allocations for Sindh development projects, including requests for Rs20bn for Karachi and Rs5bn for Hyderabad, with the PM assuring sufficient funding and project commitments.
- NA session for FY2026-27 budget presentation yet to begin; PPP says Bilawal will not attendThe National Assembly session for the FY2026-27 budget presentation has not started, with PPP chairperson Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari not attending, while PPP members protested over Sindh's water shortage. The federal cabinet approved the budget, and the coalition government plans to introduce tax measures and address economic issues.
- PM Shehbaz stresses importance of country's 'strong security' ahead of budget presentationPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif highlighted the importance of strong security and economic challenges ahead of the budget presentation, noting inflation reductions and the impact of global conflicts.
- Budget for FY2026-27 set to be presented in NA todayBudget for FY2026-27 set to be presented in NA today