Approvals in just 2-hour meeting raise questions over scrutiny, IMF compliance

Province blames federal govt for tax shortfall, missed cash surplus target

7th agriculture and livestock census gives rare insights into rural economy

Tax officials must consult business reps before arrest; rollback seen as blow

Slippages seen as manageable ahead of next month's review talks

Decision raises concerns over disruption, delays in World Bank-funded IT upgrade, FBR faces criticism

Govt to recover Rs122b from car owners to fund green vehicle scheme

New FBR circulars ease tax rules; soften enforcement powers

Finance ministry says scheme to be fully funded, Rs30b may be approved soon

The tough deal may favour US, but Pakistan can still spin a win out of market access & political clout