ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday issued a stern warning against hoarding petroleum products, calling it an “unforgivable” act and vowing strict legal action against those involved. He stressed that, amid the current regional situation, the nation must collectively adopt fuel conservation and austerity measures to ensure economic stability.
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Aurangzeb confirms Pakistan’s $4.80 billion external repayments
Islamabad, April 7, 2026 – Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has confirmed that Pakistan is scheduled to make external repayments of approximately $4.8 billion by June 2026, underscoring ongoing fiscal and external pressures facing the economy.
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PM Shehbaz pushes EV adoption to cut fuel costs, boost economy
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday emphasized the urgent need to promote environment-friendly electric vehicles (EVs) across Pakistan, citing rising global petroleum prices and regional uncertainties as key challenges impacting the economy.
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PMD forecasts widespread rain, hailstorms and flood risk across Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a comprehensive weather alert forecasting widespread intermittent rain, windstorms, and thunderstorms across large parts of Pakistan on Tuesday, with chances of heavy rainfall and hailstorms in isolated areas.
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Markets, Malls to Close at 8PM Nationwide Amid Fuel Crisis
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday chaired a high-level meeting and approved sweeping energy conservation measures, including early closure of markets and shopping malls across multiple regions, as Pakistan grapples with rising fuel costs.
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Government using all resources to manage crisis: Aurangzeb
Islamabad, April 6, 2026 – Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Monday said the government is utilizing all available resources to effectively manage the ongoing economic and regional challenges facing Pakistan.
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SDPI warns of rising poverty, urges urgent tax reforms in budget 2026-27
Experts have warned that Pakistan could face a significant rise in poverty if urgent fiscal reforms are not introduced in the upcoming federal budget 2026-27. Speaking at a pre-budget policy dialogue organized by the Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI), economists cautioned that up to 1.5 million additional people could fall below the poverty line under a worst-case scenario.
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Sindh unveils eligibility criteria for motorcycle fuel subsidy scheme
The government of Sindh has formally launched its much-anticipated motorcycle fuel subsidy program, announcing detailed eligibility criteria to help residents cope with rising fuel costs. Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah inaugurated the initiative in Karachi on April 6, 2026.
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Sindh Transport Fare Update: Govt Blocks Price Increase
In a major relief for commuters, Murad Ali Shah has announced that public transport fares across Sindh will not be increased despite the recent surge in fuel prices, as transporters have agreed to cooperate with the government.
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Karachi weather alert: PMD forecasts rain, thunderstorms today
Residents of Karachi can expect a spell of showers as the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast rain, thunderstorms, and possible hail across the city starting late Sunday night and continuing into Monday.
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