The Punjab government has approved a 0.90 percent cess on imports and exports after the Punjab Infrastructure Development Cess (Amendment) Act 2026 was passed by a majority vote in the provincial assembly. Officials say the move aims to improve revenue collection and strengthen infrastructure development funding across the province. According to the legislation, the 0.90 […]
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Punjab assembly approves strict law banning marriage under eighteen
The Punjab Assembly has passed the Punjab Child Marriage Restraint Bill 2026 with a majority vote, declaring marriage below the age of 18 a punishable and cognisable offence across the province. Lawmakers said the legislation aims to strengthen child protection laws and prevent early marriages that often harm the health, education, and future opportunities of […]