Government gives relief to the high income individuals at the expense of smaller pay cheques.

Says the amount has been provisioned for unrealistically and distort economic realities.

Body appreciates framework in new budget; will give formal response after critically examining all figures.

Bank objects to compensation policy for land acquisition.

Fund likely to ask for withdrawal of subsidies, increase in tax revenue.

Reminds Dar of his proposal to broaden tax base instead of increasing taxes.

One per cent increase in sales tax to fetch Rs30b more than announced earlier.

Believe step will trigger capital flight, encourage corruption.

New govt yields to pressure, announces raise that will increase civilian pay bill by Rs22b.

Despite its own claims, the new government seems to be following in the footsteps of its predecessors.