News

Market updates and announcements from Milkiyat.

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  From Strait to Sector: How the US–Iran Interim Deal Rewrites Pakistan’s Real‑Estate Outlook — Why Islamabad Could Be the First Beneficiary.

  How does the 2026 US-Iran interim deal impact Pakistan's property market? Discover why lower oil prices and FBR cuts make Islamabad the prime beneficiary.

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  Why Pakistan’s Real Estate Market Still Faces a Confidence Crisis

  Despite early signs of recovery, Pakistan's real estate market continues to face a deep confidence crisis in 2026.

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  Pakistan's Rs 18.77 Trillion Budget: A Stability Bet Built on Record Tax Targets, a Surging Defence Bill, and the Ever-Present Shadow of the IMF

  Pakistan’s Rs 18.77T budget raises taxes and defence spending while offering modest salaried relief, but debt servicing and IMF conditions dominate fiscal choices.

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  SpaceX Goes Public at $1.77 Trillion — and Remakes the Economics of Land, Both Here and Beyond

  SpaceX’s $1.77T IPO reshapes global aerospace and real estate, from Starbase Texas to emerging debates over Mars property rights and multi‑planetary land economics.

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  Budget 2026-27 Pakistan: Real Estate Benefits & Cons Analysed

  Pakistan's Budget 2026-27 halves property taxes for filers but tightens FBR tracking. Explore what these major real estate policy shifts mean for you.

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  IHC Upholds CDA Lease Cancellation for One Constitution Avenue: Buyers Lose Ownership Rights in Landmark 2026 Verdict

  IHC rules buyers hold no ownership rights in One Constitution Avenue after CDA lease cancellation, directing investors to seek recovery from the developer.

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  RDA Issues Public Warning Against “Park View City Rawalpindi” NOC

  The Rawalpindi Development Authority (RDA) has issued an urgent public warning against Mega City Gujjar Khan, a housing scheme illegally marketed under the name “Park View City Rawalpindi.” With no RDA approval, no utilities, and active referrals to NAB and FIA, investors — especially overseas Pakistanis — are at serious risk of financial loss. Here is everything you need to know before making any property decision in the Gujjar Khan area.

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  The End of Pakistan’s Real Estate File System by NAB: A Complete Guide for Buyers & Developers (2026)

  Pakistan’s real estate sector is entering a new era as NAB moves to abolish the traditional property file system within 60 days. The reform aims to eliminate speculative file trading, double-selling, and fraudulent property schemes that have harmed investors for decades. Under the new framework, developers will bear full legal responsibility for land ownership, approvals, and possession commitments. This guide explains what the changes mean for buyers, overseas Pakistanis, and developers, including a practical checklist for verifying approvals, securing physical plots, auditing land ownership, and ensuring compliance with evolving regulations. Understanding these reforms is now essential for anyone investing in Pakistan’s property market in 2026 and beyond.

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  Islamabad Real Estate 2026: Why Utility is Winning the Market

  "The era of property speculation in Islamabad is over. In 2026, the market is rewarding 'Utility' over 'Hype.' Discover how major infrastructure like the Ring Road and a shift toward rental yields are creating new opportunities for smart investors. Read our full 2026 market outlook."

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  NAB Online Property Information System 2026 – Pakistan’s Digital Property Verification Portal

  Pakistan’s National Accountability Bureau has launched its Online Property Information System — a free digital portal giving citizens one-click access to approved layout plans of over 1,026 housing societies nationwide. The initiative is designed to protect investors from real estate fraud, benefit overseas Pakistanis, and bring long-overdue transparency to Pakistan’s property sector.

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  NAB Illegal Plot Booking Rule 2026: New Penalties for Property Buyers and Sellers in Pakistan

  The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has issued a critical legal alert for Pakistan's real estate sector. Under a strict new directive, both buyers and sellers of plots booked outside an approved Layout Plan (LOP) will face immediate criminal prosecution and FIR registration. Discover how to use NAB's new online portal to protect your investment from file over-selling scams.

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  Islamabad’s Biggest CDA Projects in 2026: The Infrastructure Developments That Could Transform Property Prices

  Explore CDA’s biggest 2026 projects and how new roads, interchanges, and underpasses could boost Islamabad property prices.