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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Sindh plans smart lockdown to tackle fuel crisis
Karachi – The Sindh Government is reportedly planning to implement a smart lockdown in the province to conserve fuel amid ongoing global oil supply challenges triggered by the Middle East crisis.
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Govt bans high-octane fuel for official cars amid crisis
Islamabad, March 24, 2026 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has imposed an immediate ban on the use of high-octane petrol in government vehicles as part of sweeping austerity measures aimed at reducing fuel expenditures amid the ongoing energy crisis.
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FIA seizes Rs2.89 billion in major hawala crackdown in Karachi
Karachi — The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has seized foreign currency worth approximately Rs2.89 billion during a major operation against illegal hawala and hundi networks in Karachi, officials confirmed on Sunday.
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Govt supports solar but warns of grid challenges: Leghari
Islamabad – Federal Minister for Power Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari has clarified that the government fully supports solar energy adoption in Pakistan, rejecting claims that authorities are discouraging solarization.
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Petrol prices stay unchanged as PM Shehbaz turns down Rs400 scenario
Islamabad, March 21, 2026 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has rejected a massive increase in fuel prices that could have pushed petrol close to Rs400 per litre, deciding instead to keep the rate unchanged at Rs321.17 per litre to provide relief ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr.
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SSGC announces gas supply schedule for Eid-ul-Fitr 2026 in Pakistan
Karachi, March 20, 2026 – Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) has officially unveiled its gas supply schedule for Eid-ul-Fitr 2026, outlining timings to ensure smooth availability during the festive period while managing load efficiently.
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