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NEC trims uplift plans; Punjab takes biggest hit
National Economic Council cuts overall development outlay by 25 per cent to Rs3.218 trillion as provinces redirect funds to defence financing.
Mari Energies gas sale sparks regulatory row
Complaint to Prime Minister alleges 35pc of Spinwam field gas was sold to unlicensed entities, raising fresh questions over OGRA oversight.
Govt sets Rs290 per dollar benchmark for FY27 budget
Nominal 3.5pc depreciation built into next year's external payments signals comfort with $21bn financing needs.
IMF agrees in principle to Rs60bn relief for salaried class
Sources say PM Shehbaz secured the package during talks with Fund chief; final approval pending detailed revenue measures.