BUDGET 2026-27: Government Gears Up for Friday Presentation Amid Fiscal Cuts
The federal government is set to present the 2026-27 budget this Friday, June 12, following the summoning of National Assembly and Senate sessions by President Asif Ali Zardari. Ahead of the unveiling, the National Economic Council (NEC) is meeting today to finalize development plans amid a significant Rs800 billion revenue shortfall. To create fiscal space, the Centre has reached an agreement with Punjab and Sindh to freeze provincial shares from the federal divisible pool, while both levels of government will jointly implement deep cuts to their Annual Development Plans (ADPs). Current projections suggest the total development portfolio—originally valued at over Rs4.7 trillion—will be significantly revised downward to meet strategic financial requirements. While the Centre plans to retain any revenue surplus above current levels, KP and Balochistan have yet to fully sign off on these arrangements. Meanwhile, the PPP has reportedly secured increased federal funding for major infrastructure projects like the M6 motorway.
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TRAGEDY: Pakistan Army Mi-17 Helicopter Crashes near Muzaffarabad
A tragic aviation accident occurred near Muzaffarabad on Wednesday when a Pakistan Army Aviation Mi-17 helicopter crashed during take-off. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the crash was attributed to a sudden technical fault.
Regrettably, the military's media wing confirmed that there were no survivors, with all personnel on board embracing martyrdom in the line of duty. Immediate rescue and recovery operations were launched, and teams reached the crash site shortly after the incident to secure the area.
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MUHARRAM SECURITY: Punjab Requisitions Army and Rangers for Nationwide Protection:
To ensure foolproof security during the upcoming month of Muharram, the Punjab Home Department has officially requested the deployment of Pakistan Army and Rangers troops.
Force Strength: A total of 137 companies have been requisitioned, comprising 61 companies of the Pakistan Army and 76 of the Rangers.
Province-wide Coverage: The troops will be deployed across at least 37 districts of Punjab to assist local police in maintaining law and order between the 1st and 12th of Muharram.
Objective: The measure aims to establish a deliberate and "foolproof" security mechanism to prevent any potential threats from terrorists or miscreants during the sensitive period.
Authorities have also issued extensive guidelines for police and civil administration, emphasizing proactive intelligence sharing and heightened vigilance in both urban centers and remote areas to ensure public safety and religious harmony.
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