Islamabad, March 16, 2026 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Monday affirmed that the government of Pakistan is fully prepared to handle any situation arising from ongoing global tensions, emphasizing that economic stability and public relief remain top priorities.
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PM Shehbaz directs strategy to boost food exports to Gulf countries
Lahore, March 15, 2026 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to formulate a comprehensive strategy for exporting surplus food items to Gulf countries, while ensuring that domestic food security in Pakistan remains unaffected.
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Rain expected in Islamabad this week starting March 16
Islamabad, March 15, 2026 – The federal capital of Islamabad is expected to experience rainfall later this week as changing weather conditions bring clouds and showers to the region.
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Pakistan confirms Hajj 2026 flight schedule will proceed as planned
Islamabad, March 15, 2026 – The Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony has clarified that preparations for Hajj 2026 are progressing according to plan and dismissed reports suggesting a possible suspension of Hajj flights due to tensions in the Middle East.
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Pakistan petrol price monitoring committee reviews national fuel stocks
Islamabad, March 14, 2026 – The government’s Committee to Monitor Petrol Prices held a virtual meeting on Saturday to review the country’s petroleum product stocks and assess global oil market developments amid rising regional tensions.
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Pakistan inflation outlook if global oil stays above $100 per barrel
Karachi, March 14, 2026 – Pakistan’s inflation outlook could face renewed pressure if global oil prices remain above $100 per barrel, according to a research analysis by Topline Securities Limited, which assessed how rising energy costs may impact the country’s inflation trajectory and monetary policy stance.
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Magnitude 4 earthquake jolts Karachi, residents feel tremors
Karachi: A magnitude 4 earthquake shook Karachi on Friday, prompting residents to rush out of homes and offices as tremors were felt across multiple areas of the city.
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Islamabad Airport confirms smooth operations, rejects airspace closure rumors
Islamabad, March 13, 2026 – Authorities at Islamabad International Airport have dismissed circulating reports claiming that the airspace over the federal capital has been closed, describing the claims as completely false and misleading.
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Pakistan holds petroleum prices unchanged amid arrival of oil ships
Islamabad, March 13, 2026 – The government of Pakistan has decided to keep petroleum product prices unchanged following the arrival of international oil shipments at the country’s ports, providing temporary relief to consumers despite rising global oil prices.
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Pakistan’s textile exports plunge nearly 25% in February 2026
Karachi, March 13, 2026 – Pakistan’s textile exports experienced a sharp decline of nearly 25% Month on Month (MoM) in February 2026, according to the latest data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS).
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