Islamabad, April 4, 2026 – The federal government has announced a significant relief measure for motorcyclists, bringing the effective petrol price down to Rs278 per liter through targeted subsidies following a major reduction in the petroleum levy.
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PM Shehbaz cuts petrol price to Rs378 after levy slash
Islamabad, April 3, 2026 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday announced a significant relief measure by reducing the petrol price to Rs378 per liter after slashing the petroleum levy by Rs80 per liter, just a day after a massive hike in fuel prices.
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Motorcycle owners in Sindh to get Rs2,000 fuel subsidy via banks
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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Oil tankers threaten fuel supply halt amid price shock in Pakistan
Karachi, April 3, 2026 – The Oil Tankers Contractors Association has threatened to suspend fuel transportation across Pakistan in protest against rising petroleum prices and the government’s refusal to increase transport fares.
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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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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 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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Fake Lockdown Alert: Govt Issues Strong Denial
Islamabad – The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Pakistan has officially rejected a viral notification circulating on social media that falsely claimed a complete nationwide lockdown would be enforced on weekends. Authorities have labeled the document as fake and urged citizens to rely only on verified sources for accurate information.
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