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 imports fall 5.57% amid Iran war trade disruptions
Islamabad, April 2, 2026 – Pakistan has reported a 5.57% decline in imports during March 2026, reflecting the early economic impact of escalating regional tensions following the Iran war. The conflict, triggered after the United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran on February 28, has disrupted global logistics and slowed foreign trade across the region.
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FBR imposes tax on social media content in Pakistan
Islamabad, April 1, 2026 – In a landmark move to expand the tax net into the digital economy, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has proposed the imposition of income tax on foreign social media content consumed in Pakistan. The proposal has been introduced through SRO 545(I)/2026, outlining draft amendments to the Income Tax Rules, 2002.
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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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KSE-100 Index Hits Upper Lock After 7,500-Point Surge
Karachi, April 1, 2026 – The benchmark KSE-100 Index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a sharp rally on Wednesday, triggering an upper circuit breaker after gaining nearly 7,500 points in intraday trading.
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Pakistan economy remains stable despite Iran war risks: Finance Ministry
Islamabad, March 31, 2026 – The Finance Division has projected a stable near-term outlook for Pakistan’s economy despite rising geopolitical tensions stemming from the ongoing Iran conflict. In its latest Monthly Economic Report, the ministry highlighted resilience across key economic sectors, supported by prudent fiscal management and improving industrial activity.
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How much petrol and diesel stock does Pakistan have? Committee informed
Islamabad – The government has revealed the latest position of petroleum stocks in Pakistan, confirming that supplies of petrol and high-speed diesel remain stable despite ongoing volatility in global oil markets.
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PM Shehbaz urges motorcycle registration for reduced price petrol
Islamabad, March 29, 2026 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has urged citizens to register their motorcycles and three-wheeler rickshaws to benefit from a forthcoming subsidized petrol scheme aimed at easing the burden of rising fuel costs.
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Pakistan announces export relief to Iran, Central Asia via land routes
Islamabad, March 29, 2026 – The Government of Pakistan has unveiled a major export relief package aimed at boosting regional trade with Iran and several Central Asian nations, offering key exemptions for exporters using land routes amid the ongoing Middle East crisis.
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