Islamabad, March 10, 2026 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has implemented strict austerity measures in line with the federal government’s recent directives amid the ongoing fuel crisis. Effective immediately, 60% of official vehicles have been parked, and 50% of staff have been directed to work from home.
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OGRA rejects reports of further petrol, diesel price hike in Pakistan
Islamabad, March 10, 2026 – The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) on Tuesday strongly rejected circulating reports claiming that petrol and diesel prices would be increased significantly in Pakistan.
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Karachi set for rising temperatures with unhealthy air quality this week
Karachi, March 10, 2026 – Residents of Karachi, the commercial and financial hub of Pakistan, are expected to face rising temperatures and deteriorating air quality in the coming days, according to the latest weather outlook.
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Punjab closes schools and colleges until March 31 amid fuel price hike
Lahore, March 9, 2026 – The Punjab government on Monday announced the closure of all educational institutions in the province from March 10 to March 31, as part of measures to address the economic pressures caused by rising petroleum prices.
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Aurangzeb says Pakistan’s energy supply position remains stable
Islamabad, March 9, 2026 – Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, on Monday reassured that Pakistan’s energy supply remains stable and well-managed, despite heightened volatility in global energy markets caused by ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
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All You Need to Know: PM Shehbaz’s Bold Austerity Measures Amid Fuel Shocks
Islamabad, March 9, 2026 – In a decisive move to shield Pakistan from the cascading effects of the ongoing Middle East conflict, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced sweeping austerity measures aimed at conserving fuel and curbing government expenditures.
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PM Shehbaz announces austerity measures amid global fuel crisis
Islamabad, March 9, 2026 – Shehbaz Sharif, the Prime Minister of Pakistan, has announced strict austerity measures to cope with the global fuel crisis triggered by escalating tensions in the Middle East following attacks by the United States and Israel on Iran.
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UBL launches 40% tax filing discount, disowns any losses to taxpayers
Karachi, March 9, 2026 – United Bank Limited (UBL) has announced a 40% discount on tax filing services through third-party providers but clarified that it does not assume any liability for taxpayers availing the offer, which is provided to celebrate Ramazan.
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PMD forecasts heavy rain, thunderstorms across upper Pakistan from today
KARACHI, March 9, 2026: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Monday issued a warning of heavy rain, strong winds, and thunderstorms across the upper regions of Pakistan from March 9 to March 12, driven by the approach of a westerly weather system.
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Pakistan braces for economic belt-tightening amid Middle East unrest
Islamabad, March 8, 2026 — Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of Pakistan, is set to unveil the government’s austerity and savings plan on Monday, aimed at stabilizing the national economy amid rising global fuel prices caused by the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict.
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