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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Which cities will get rain today? PMD releases latest weather update
Islamabad, March 28, 2026 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued fresh weather forecasts, predicting rain and thunderstorms across multiple cities on Saturday. Citizens are advised to remain alert, as heavy showers, hailstorms, and strong winds may affect daily life in some regions.
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Petrol costs Rs544 but sold at Rs322 as government absorbs price hike: PM Shehbaz
Islamabad, March 27, 2026 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that the government is heavily subsidizing fuel prices, revealing that petrol’s actual cost has surged to Rs544 per litre, but is being sold at Rs322 to shield citizens from inflationary pressures.
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