Islamabad, March 11, 2026 – The Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) has projected that Eid-ul-Fitr 2026 in Pakistan is likely to fall on March 21, based on astronomical calculations for the Shawwal moon sighting.
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Shehbaz Sharif tightens austerity rules, seeks proof of vehicles withdrawn
Islamabad, March 10, 2026 – Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of Pakistan, on Tuesday directed federal ministries and government institutions to submit photographs of vehicles taken off the road under the government’s austerity policy to the Cabinet Division as part of strict monitoring of cost-cutting measures.
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Sindh adopts strict fuel-saving measures amid Middle East tensions
Karachi, March 10, 2026 – The Sindh Government on Tuesday announced a series of austerity measures aimed at reducing fuel consumption amid escalating tensions in the Middle East and rising global petroleum prices. The measures follow a nationwide austerity initiative announced by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, aimed at curbing government spending and conserving energy amid supply disruptions caused by the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict.
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Sindh closes schools until March 31 amid nationwide austerity measures
Karachi, March 10, 2026 – The Sindh Government has announced a 15-day closure of all schools and colleges across the province, effective March 16 to March 31, 2026, as part of broader austerity measures. Provincial Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon confirmed the decision on Tuesday following a Sindh cabinet meeting.
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OGRA rejects reports of further petrol, diesel price hike in Pakistan
Islamabad, March 10, 2026 – The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) on Tuesday strongly rejected circulating reports claiming that petrol and diesel prices would be increased significantly in Pakistan.
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Punjab closes schools and colleges until March 31 amid fuel price hike
Lahore, March 9, 2026 – The Punjab government on Monday announced the closure of all educational institutions in the province from March 10 to March 31, as part of measures to address the economic pressures caused by rising petroleum prices.
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Aurangzeb says Pakistan’s energy supply position remains stable
Islamabad, March 9, 2026 – Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, on Monday reassured that Pakistan’s energy supply remains stable and well-managed, despite heightened volatility in global energy markets caused by ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
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All You Need to Know: PM Shehbaz’s Bold Austerity Measures Amid Fuel Shocks
Islamabad, March 9, 2026 – In a decisive move to shield Pakistan from the cascading effects of the ongoing Middle East conflict, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced sweeping austerity measures aimed at conserving fuel and curbing government expenditures.
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Aurangzeb, Maryam Nawaz review petroleum reserves in Punjab
Lahore, March 8, 2026 — Muhammad Aurangzeb, Pakistan’s Minister for Finance and Revenue, on Sunday met Maryam Nawaz, Chief Minister of Punjab, Pakistan, to review the supply, demand, and reserves of petroleum products across the province amid the evolving regional situation.
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Pakistan Railways raises fares following surge in fuel prices
Pakistan Railways has announced an increase in fares for both passenger and freight trains following a sharp rise in diesel prices, officials confirmed on Saturday.
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