Karachi, March 30, 2026 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast rainfall in Karachi on April 2 and 3 as a new westerly weather system approaches the country, bringing much-needed relief from warm conditions.
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PM Shehbaz promises relief for lower-income groups amid fuel price hike
Islamabad, March 30, 2026 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday reaffirmed his government’s commitment to providing relief to low- and middle-income groups amid rising fuel prices, assuring that citizens would not be left alone during the ongoing economic challenges.
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Fake Lockdown Alert: Govt Issues Strong Denial
Islamabad – The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Pakistan has officially rejected a viral notification circulating on social media that falsely claimed a complete nationwide lockdown would be enforced on weekends. Authorities have labeled the document as fake and urged citizens to rely only on verified sources for accurate information.
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PMD predicts rain and thunderstorms in parts of Pakistan on March 30
Islamabad, March 29, 2026 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast widespread rain and thunderstorms across several regions of the country on Monday, March 30, bringing relief from rising temperatures but also raising concerns about flash floods and infrastructure damage.
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PM Shehbaz urges motorcycle registration for reduced price petrol
Islamabad, March 29, 2026 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has urged citizens to register their motorcycles and three-wheeler rickshaws to benefit from a forthcoming subsidized petrol scheme aimed at easing the burden of rising fuel costs.
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Smart Lockdown on the Cards: What Restrictions Are Expected?
Islamabad: The federal government is finalizing a nationwide plan to impose a ‘smart lockdown’ alongside strict austerity measures aimed at reducing energy consumption amid a deepening fuel crisis triggered by rising tensions in the Middle East, according to reports.
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New task force to fix Pakistan’s tax litigation crisis
Islamabad: The Prime Minister’s Office has established a high-level Task Force to review and propose comprehensive reforms for the legal wing of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), in a move aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s tax litigation system and improving revenue enforcement.
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Jet fuel price hits record high in Pakistan amid global oil crisis
The Government of Pakistan has raised jet fuel prices for commercial airlines for the fifth time in less than a month, pushing rates to an all-time high amid a deepening global oil crisis linked to tensions involving the United States, Israel, and Iran.
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Pakistan announces export relief to Iran, Central Asia via land routes
Islamabad, March 29, 2026 – The Government of Pakistan has unveiled a major export relief package aimed at boosting regional trade with Iran and several Central Asian nations, offering key exemptions for exporters using land routes amid the ongoing Middle East crisis.
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IMF agreement reached: Pakistan set to receive $1.21 billion
Islamabad, March 28, 2026 – Pakistan is set to receive approximately $1.21 billion in financial assistance after the International Monetary Fund (IMF) announced a staff-level agreement with Pakistani authorities on key economic reviews under its ongoing support programs.
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