Islamabad, April 3, 2026 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday announced a significant relief measure by reducing the petrol price to Rs378 per liter after slashing the petroleum levy by Rs80 per liter, just a day after a massive hike in fuel prices.
(more…)Category: Energy
You can go through stories related to energy. The stories are about changes in petroleum prices and updates on energy sector of Pakistan and world.
-
Motorcycle owners in Sindh to get Rs2,000 fuel subsidy via banks
Karachi, April 3, 2026 – In a major relief move amid soaring petroleum prices, Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has announced a Rs2,000 monthly fuel subsidy for motorcycle owners across the province, to be transferred directly into bank accounts.
(more…) -
Oil tankers threaten fuel supply halt amid price shock in Pakistan
Karachi, April 3, 2026 – The Oil Tankers Contractors Association has threatened to suspend fuel transportation across Pakistan in protest against rising petroleum prices and the government’s refusal to increase transport fares.
(more…) -
Govt announces Rs100 petrol subsidy for motorcyclists after price shock
Islamabad, April 2, 2026 – The government of Pakistan has introduced a targeted fuel relief package, announcing a Rs100 per litre petrol subsidy for motorcyclists following a historic surge in fuel prices triggered by global oil volatility and regional tensions.
(more…) -
Iran War Fallout: Pakistanis Crushed Under Record Fuel Prices
The economic shockwaves from the escalating conflict linked to the Strait of Hormuz are now hitting home in Pakistan, where citizens are grappling with unprecedented fuel prices and rising financial distress. The government’s latest move to sharply increase petroleum prices has triggered widespread concern, pushing already strained households closer to the brink.
(more…) -
Pakistan hikes petrol to Rs458, diesel to Rs520 in historic surge
Islamabad, April 2, 2026 – Pakistan on Thursday announced an unprecedented increase in petroleum prices, pushing petrol to Rs458.40 per litre and high-speed diesel (HSD) to Rs520.35 per litre, effective from April 3, 2026. The sharp hike is among the largest in the country’s history and is expected to have widespread economic repercussions.
(more…) -
Pakistan oil sales surge 13% in March despite crisis and prices
Karachi, April 2, 2026 – Pakistan recorded a strong rise in petroleum product sales during March 2026, with Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) reporting a 13% month-on-month (MoM) increase despite conservation measures and rising fuel prices amid global geopolitical tensions.
(more…) -
Pakistan unveils plan for maritime energy city to boost oil and gas trade
Islamabad, April 1, 2026 – Pakistan has announced plans to develop a major maritime energy hub aimed at strengthening its role in global energy logistics and trade. The initiative, titled the Pakistan Maritime Energy City (PMEC), will focus on storage and re-export of oil, liquefied natural gas (LNG), and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).
(more…) -
OGDCL begins major oil and gas production at Spinwarm-1 in Waziristan
Karachi, April 1, 2026 – Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has announced the commencement of oil and gas production from the Spinwarm-1 discovery in Waziristan, marking a significant development in Pakistan’s energy sector.
(more…) -
Ogra raises LPG price to Rs304.12/kg across Pakistan
Islamabad, April 1, 2026 – The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has increased the price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) by Rs78.28 per kilogram, setting the new rate at Rs304.12/kg with immediate effect from April 1.
(more…)