ISLAMABAD, April 14, 2026 — Pakistan’s government has decided to suspend electricity supply for around 2.25 hours daily during peak demand hours from 5:00 pm to 1:00 am, in a move aimed at reducing reliance on expensive fuels and preventing a sharp rise in power tariffs, officials said on Tuesday.
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Pakistan wheat output seen at 29.3 million tons as FCA sets Kharif targets
ISLAMABAD, April 14, 2026 — Pakistan’s wheat production for the Rabi 2025–26 season is estimated at 29.31 million metric tons, cultivated over 9.385 million hectares, officials said on Tuesday, as the government reviewed crop performance and set targets for the upcoming Kharif season.
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No petroleum shortage risk, says PM Shehbaz after key review meeting
ISLAMABAD, April 13, 2026 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday chaired a high-level meeting to review Pakistan’s petroleum product reserves amid heightened regional tensions, directing authorities to maintain strict monitoring of oil consumption and supply levels.
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PM Shehbaz reveals behind-the-scenes role in Iran-US talks
ISLAMABAD, April 13, 2026 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Monday that Pakistan made extensive efforts to help resolve tensions between the United States and Iran, highlighting Islamabad’s role in facilitating dialogue and securing a temporary ceasefire.
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Saudi Arabia pledges financial support to Pakistan amid external pressures
Saudi Arabia has assured Pakistan of continued financial support as Islamabad navigates mounting external financing needs and economic challenges linked to regional tensions.
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PM Shehbaz cuts diesel price by Rs135/litre in major relief move
ISLAMABAD, April 10 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday announced a sharp reduction in fuel prices, slashing the cost of high-speed diesel by Rs135 per litre and petrol by Rs12 per litre, in a move aimed at providing relief to consumers amid easing global oil prices.
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Weekly inflation rises 12.15% as fuel prices drive cost surge in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, April 10 – Pakistan’s weekly inflation rose sharply by 12.15% year-on-year for the week ending April 9, driven primarily by steep increases in petroleum product prices, according to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics.
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Islamabad to host direct US-Iran talks on April 10 after ceasefire
Islamabad, April 8, 2026: Pakistan is set to play a key diplomatic role as Islamabad prepares to host direct negotiations between the United States and Iran on April 10, following a major ceasefire agreement between the two countries.
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Aurangzeb confirms Pakistan’s $4.80 billion external repayments
Islamabad, April 7, 2026 – Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has confirmed that Pakistan is scheduled to make external repayments of approximately $4.8 billion by June 2026, underscoring ongoing fiscal and external pressures facing the economy.
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PM Shehbaz pushes EV adoption to cut fuel costs, boost economy
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday emphasized the urgent need to promote environment-friendly electric vehicles (EVs) across Pakistan, citing rising global petroleum prices and regional uncertainties as key challenges impacting the economy.
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