Food secy says province not participating due to political reasons

Senator informs Senate panel cabinet has no power in this matter according to Article 154 of Constitution

Finance minister says government seeks self-reliance in agriculture sector

Prime Minister Imran Khan is also expected to address the House if the order is maintained

Officials says funds earmarked for new highways could not cover even costs of land acquisition

'There are reports that some provinces are being ignored in the development budget'

Previously highway authorities had said road would cost Rs127b

Threaten to stage demonstration on budget day

The project will be completed on a build-operate-transfer (BOT) basis

The committee urges FBR to provide concessions to industries to be set up at CPEC’s SEZs