Islamabad, April 25, 2026 – The federal government on April 24, 2026, raised petrol prices despite a decline in ex-refinery rates, as higher petroleum levy adjustments outweighed relief from global oil movements. The latest revision has sparked debate over whether revenue needs are being prioritized over consumer relief in a period of persistent inflationary pressure across Pakistan.
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Govt raises petrol, diesel prices amid global oil surge: Pervaiz Malik
ISLAMABAD: The government has announced a significant increase in petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) prices, citing a sharp surge in international oil markets driven by escalating regional tensions.
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Price stability gains ground despite global turmoil: Ahsan Iqbal
Islamabad, April 24, 2026 – Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal said Pakistan is witnessing a gradual trend of price stability despite ongoing regional and global economic challenges.
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Weekly inflation falls 0.33% as food prices ease, SPI data shows
Islamabad, April 24, 2026 – Pakistan’s weekly inflation, measured through the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI), declined by 0.33% for the week ending April 23, 2026, according to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). The data reflects a mixed trend in essential commodity prices, with notable declines in perishable food items and fuel-related costs, while select household goods and proteins recorded increases.
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Sindh declares May 1 public holiday for Labour Day
KARACHI: The Government of Sindh on Thursday officially announced May 1 (Friday) as a public holiday across the province in observance of International Labour Day, also known as May Day. The decision has been issued through a formal notification by the provincial authorities.
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SBP launches crop loan insurance scheme plus (CLIS+) to strengthen farmer protection
KARACHI, April 23, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan has launched the Crop Loan Insurance Scheme Plus (CLIS+), an upgraded version of its earlier crop insurance framework, aimed at enhancing financial protection for farmers and strengthening agricultural resilience in Pakistan.
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Govt employees eligible for electric bikes under easy installment scheme
Islamabad, April 22, 2026 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on Wednesday that only government employees up to Basic Pay Scale (BPS) 16 will be eligible for electric bikes under a new easy installment scheme, as part of broader efforts to promote electric vehicle (EV) adoption in Pakistan.
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Sindh plans Karachi Circular Railway mega project to ease traffic woes
Karachi, April 22, 2026 – The Sindh government has announced plans to develop the long-awaited Karachi Circular Railway (KCR) as a mega project aimed at easing traffic congestion and improving urban mobility in the country’s largest city.
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PM Shehbaz urges climate action on Earth Day, calls for global cooperation
ISLAMABAD, April 22 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to environmental protection and climate action, urging collective efforts at both national and international levels to safeguard the planet.
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Electricity load shedding eases after improved supply, says Power Division
ISLAMABAD — Electricity supply situation has improved since April 17, leading to a marked reduction in load management during peak demand hours, the government’s Power Division said on Tuesday.
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