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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Motorcyclists expected to get up to 30 liters monthly subsidy
Islamabad, March 29, 2026: The government is in the final stages of launching a targeted fuel relief initiative that will provide subsidized petrol to motorcyclists across Pakistan, as part of efforts to ease the burden of rising fuel costs amid the ongoing energy crisis.
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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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Patrick Sunny dies after decades of service in media
Veteran journalist Patrick Sunny, whose career in media spanned more than three decades, passed away late Thursday evening in Karachi. He was laid to rest at Gora Graveyard on Friday, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, integrity, and quiet resilience that touched colleagues and readers alike.
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AHL projects March 2026 inflation at 7.6% amid rising fuel costs
Karachi, March 27, 2026 – Analysts at Arif Habib Limited have projected that headline inflation for March 2026 will clock in at 7.6% Year on Year (YoY), up sharply from 0.7% YoY recorded in March 2025. The increase is largely attributed to a low base effect, as last year’s March figure was comparatively subdued.
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Weekly inflation hits 8.24% YoY amid rising fuel prices: PBS
Islamabad, March 27, 2026 – The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics reported that inflation surged to 8.24% Year on Year (YoY) for the week ending March 26, 2026, driven largely by rising fuel prices and increases in essential food items.
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Playground turned housing scheme? SHC demands answers
Karachi – The Sindh High Court (SHC) has taken serious notice of the alleged conversion of a public playground into residential property in Rehmanabad, Federal B Area, and summoned senior officials for an explanation.
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SECP greenlights 7 pension funds for Balochistan reform push
Islamabad, March 25, 2026 – The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has approved seven pension funds for the Government of Balochistan, marking a key step toward the implementation of the Defined Contribution (DC) pension system in the province.
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First Hajj 2026 flight from Pakistan to depart on April 18
Islamabad, March 25, 2026 – Pakistan’s Hajj flight operation for 2026 is set to begin on April 18, with the first batch of pilgrims departing for Saudi Arabia under the government scheme, according to the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony.
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Petrol pump owners warn of nationwide shutdown amid fuel price crisis
The All Pakistan Petrol Pump Owners Association (APPPOA) has warned of a possible nationwide shutdown of petrol pumps, citing mounting operational and financial challenges amid rising fuel prices in Pakistan.
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