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Centre also likely to increase pensions of its retired ones by 10% in next budget
Provincial minister pledges relief for farmers in budget
Members underscored need for gender analysis of budget, public disclosure of budgetary tracking and progress reports
PML-N MPA tears up copies of budget
KSE-100 index surges 427.45 points, settles at 73,085.50
Business leaders advocate for streamlined operations, investment incentives to boost SMEs
Continue vigorous tax collection drive against defaulters to meet 48% of shortfall
Delays in payments of employee salaries, pensions persist
Decision to delay budget beyond May 10 deadline violates act of parliament
KSE-100 index inches down 3.04 points, settles at 72,761.20