Deficit stands at $6.2b; govt’s measures seem to have started producing results

Analysis suggests benefits of IMF programme outweigh the cost country may have to pay

May also increase customs duty, reduce age limit for car imports

Declares development of Gwadar as its top priority

Directs corporate sector to be vigilant while dealing with politically exposed persons

Govt will either give subsidy from budget or cross-subsidise industries

Technical evaluation report had cast doubt on the conduct of census last year

Govt still undecided on going to IMF; Fund’s team to arrive next month

Asad Umar writes letters to provinces, seeking confirmation of non-statutory members

Bars non-profit organisations from taking part in political activities