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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Shehbaz Sharif, Saudi Crown Prince Meet to Boost Regional Peace
Jeddah, March 13, 2026 – Prime Minister of Pakistan Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif held a restricted meeting with Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman here on Thursday, where the two leaders discussed regional developments and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties and promoting peace and stability in the region.
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PMD Warns: Is Your City at Risk from Iran War Pollution? Find Out!
Islamabad, March 12, 2026 – The ongoing strikes by the US and Israel on Iran have created a regional air pollution risk, prompting the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) to issue warnings that pollutants could reach western Pakistan in the coming days.
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PRA launches student-led campaign to promote tax awareness in Punjab
Lahore, March 12, 2026 – The Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA) has decided to launch a province-wide public awareness campaign to combat tax evasion by engaging students and educational institutions across Punjab.
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