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BISP Budget Increased to Rs838 Billion in Federal Budget 2026-27

Dua Sehar11 minutes ago02 mins

The federal government has significantly increased the allocation for the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), raising its budget to Rs838 billion in the Federal Budget 2026-27. The move reflects the government’s continued commitment to strengthening social protection and supporting low-income households across Pakistan amid ongoing economic challenges. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announced the enhanced allocation…

Jinnah Institute Report Flags Governance Failures in Pakistan’s Climate Disaster Response

Dua Sehar1 month ago1 month ago02 mins

A recent report by the Jinnah Institute has raised serious concerns over Pakistan’s preparedness and response to climate-related disasters, pointing to persistent governance failures and weak community-level systems as major obstacles. The report, released after the devastating 2025 floods, revealed that millions were displaced and entire districts were affected, exposing significant gaps in disaster management…