Maximum receivable benefits reduced; eligibility criteria eased.

Draft legislation to be tabled in NA; if passed, tax base will be significantly broadened.

Rana will serve as finance secretary, may deal with lending agencies

Election year spending may exhaust the government’s coffers, observers say.

Nobel laureate believes the two development issues are intertwined.

Schemes cost Rs7.7b; funds released by Planning Commission in violation of rules.

CPI comes down to 7.6% in Oct, economists express doubt, govt defends position.

Funds committed to development in constituencies of his choice ahead of polls.

Main accused still using official vehicle, parliamentary committee told.

To qualify, Pakistan has to show respect for human rights, ensure good governance.