Provinces

Need for fostering inter-provincial harmony and exchanging experiences among provinces

Cities are engines of growth if run optimally

PM trashes talk of ‘favouritism’ as political ploy

Climate change is a real and an existential threat to humanity

600 government houses in Sindh had been allotted only to secretariat employees, says provincial housing secretary

NCOC directs strict implementation of SOPs;

Committee clarifies role in promoting CPEC in its maiden meeting

One thing that stands out this year is that all four provinces have seemed to hop on the growth bandwagon

China accounts for over half of global bitcoin production

‘Centre, provinces should work together to improve fisheries’

Taking necessary measures prior to vaccine availability, provincial health secretaries tell NCOC

NOC condition mooted to serve purpose of end user certificate

Economic activities in these regions funded by economically backward provinces

Urges Prime Minister Imran Khan to treat all provinces equally

Sindh claims 86% of its coronavirus patients have recovered

Effective local governments have been a feature of the dictatorial set-ups to fill the political vacuum they create

FAFEN’s telephonic survey reveals majority of legislators against softening restrictions

Many legal minds believe apex court’s various orders in last 10 years strengthened Centre

Finance ministry moves fresh summary for constitution of 10th National Finance Commission

PSP chief says infighting dangerous for country at times of crisis

Move will pave way for two World Bank budgetary support loans worth $750m

CM says we must take practical steps in order to save our children

This is not in line with annual projections due to heavy shortfall in tax collection

Bill calls for increase in NA general, women's seats to 335 and Senate seats to 188

As per budgetary limit, they should have spent Rs322 billion in first quarter

PM's aide says Imran wants problems being faced by students to be resolved promptly

Also want representation in Pakistan Revenue Automation Limited

Decide to send an amended draft to the board

25-member national coordination board formed to promote tourism

In an effort to facilitate investors and contribute to creating a conducive environment for the business community

Centre, provinces insist on provincial authority over legislation

Suggests various constitutional amendments forgiving Bahawalpur and South Punjab provincial status

Top court judge dissents the majority verdict against the Sindh govt's claim about the ownership of three hospitals

Around 71% of country’s gas is produced by Sindh, which gives it first right, says Khuhro

People spout opinions and pointing accusations towards the 18th amendment of weakening the federation

Increase reliance on NFC transfers to meet their expenditures

Until EOBI is devolved, long-term equity financing by provinces may not be viable

The purpose of a federal republic is to empower the people by decentralising and diffusing the state’s powers

It stands to gain largest chunk of 15 seats from Punjab

Legislation, prosecution and official complicity a challenge, says US state dept report

Framers of the Constitution stalled avenues for bifurcating existing federating units

Provinces need to be smart enough to generate their own funds for development schemes and stop wastage

PM says accumulation of circular debt is taking its toll on federal government

QWP chief says PML-N’s ill-advised policies have put country on path of political vendetta

The lives of millions depend upon this and it transcends petty politicking

Sindh, K-P and Balochistan CMs say PML-N govt lacks mandate to present full year’s budget

Members who attended meeting were of the opinion that PML-N’s vote bank has grown

The impact of the reduced water supply for the seasonal harvest in Pakistan will be manifold

Assures provinces that billions pending with centre will be made available before May

Want to play role in policymaking and industry regulation