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Youm-e-Ashura 2026 falls on 25-26 June (9 & 10 Muharram), declared public holidays in Pakistan. Here is the significance of Ashura, the holiday details, and the security and traffic advisory for Rawalpindi and Islamabad.

Budget 2026-27 abolished the Federal Excise Duty (FED) on property and updated Capital Gains Tax (CGT) rules. Here is a plain-language breakdown and what it means for buyers and sellers in Pakistan.

The RDA has declared nearly 300 Rawalpindi housing schemes illegal and intensified enforcement in 2026. Here is what the crackdown means, the red flags of an illegal society, and a step-by-step way to confirm a society is RDA-approved before you buy.

How much does it cost to build a house in Pakistan in 2026? A clear per-square-foot breakdown of grey structure vs finishing, what drives the cost, and tips to build smart on a 5 or 10 Marla plot.

An honest 2026 comparison of Bahria Town, DHA and Silver City in Rawalpindi — approval, pricing, location, amenities and who each suits — to help you choose the right community.

The airport corridor is the twin cities' hottest growth belt in 2026. Here are notable new and active housing projects near the New Islamabad Airport, M-2 and Ring Road — and how to choose wisely.

The complete list of public holidays in Pakistan 2026 — national days like Pakistan Day, Independence Day and Iqbal Day, plus expected Islamic holidays (subject to moon sighting).

How property transfer and registration works in Punjab in 2026 — fard, sale deed/registry, intiqal (mutation), the e-stamp system, and the taxes and fees involved, plus society transfers.

A 2026 look at rental yields and rent prices in Rawalpindi and Islamabad — how yields work, houses vs apartments, what drives rents, and how buy-to-let compares with holding plots.