Pakistan Government Cuts Official Vehicle Fuel Quota by 50% for Three Months
The federal government has reduced fuel allocations for official vehicles by 50% for three months and introduced fresh austerity measures, including bans on vehicle purchases and foreign travel.
Government Makes Petrol Subsidy Registration SMS Free for Eligible Vehicle Owners
The government has waived SMS charges for registration under the Prime Minister’s Fuel Subsidy Scheme for motorcycles, rickshaws and vehicles up to 800cc.
Cabinet Committee Approves New Public Procurement Rules, PPRA Amendments
Pakistan’s Cabinet Committee for Disposal of Legislative Matters has approved new Public Procurement Rules, 2025 and amendments to the PPRA Ordinance, 2002.
Govt Considers NFC-Based Financial Framework to Strengthen Gilgit-Baltistan Finances
The federal government is considering an NFC-based financial framework for Gilgit-Baltistan, while the GB Assembly has approved an AJK-style interim financial arrangement.
PM Shehbaz Sharif Welcomes Moody’s Upgrade of Pakistan Rating to B3
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif welcomes Moody’s upgrade of Pakistan’s sovereign credit rating from Caa1 to B3, citing economic reforms and improving global confidence.
Pakistan Govt, Silk Road Fund Discuss Investment Opportunities In Energy And Infrastructure
Pakistan and China’s Silk Road Fund discuss investment opportunities in energy, infrastructure, manufacturing and privatization as Islamabad seeks greater international investment.
Imdad Ullah Bosal Conferred Hilal-i-Imtiaz For Distinguished Public Service
Federal Secretary Finance Imdad Ullah Bosal has been conferred the Hilal-i-Imtiaz in recognition of his distinguished public service and contributions to Pakistan’s economic and financial affairs.
Dar, Aurangzeb And Langrial Recommended For Pakistan Civil Awards 2026
Ishaq Dar and Muhammad Aurangzeb have been recommended for Nishan-i-Imtiaz, while FBR Chairman Rashid Mahmood Langrial has been proposed for Hilal-i-Imtiaz under the Civil Awards 2026 list.
Pakistan Launches 11th NFC Discussions to Decide Federal-Provincial Fund Allocation
The federal government has officially commenced the 11th National Finance Commission (NFC) talks, focusing on equitable distribution of resources to provinces amid tight budgets and post-flood recovery.