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.
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SPI inflation rises 9.12% YoY in Pakistan amid price pressures
Islamabad, April 3, 2026 – Pakistan’s weekly inflation, measured by the Sensitive Price Indicator, recorded a sharp increase of 9.12% year-on-year (YoY) for the week ended April 2, 2026, according to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Pakistan inflation surges to 7.3% in March 2026, PBS reports
Islamabad, April 1, 2026 – Pakistan’s inflationary pressures intensified in March 2026, with headline inflation rising to 7.3% year-on-year (YoY), according to the latest data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). The increase signals mounting cost pressures on households and businesses amid persistent economic challenges.
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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.
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PM Shehbaz orders crackdown on petroleum smuggling, hoarding
Islamabad, March 31, 2026 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to take strict action against petroleum smuggling and illegal hoarding, emphasizing the need to ensure market stability and protect consumers amid ongoing economic challenges.
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PM Shehbaz promises relief for lower-income groups amid fuel price hike
Islamabad, March 30, 2026 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday reaffirmed his government’s commitment to providing relief to low- and middle-income groups amid rising fuel prices, assuring that citizens would not be left alone during the ongoing economic challenges.
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