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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Smart Lockdown on the Cards: What Restrictions Are Expected?
Islamabad: The federal government is finalizing a nationwide plan to impose a ‘smart lockdown’ alongside strict austerity measures aimed at reducing energy consumption amid a deepening fuel crisis triggered by rising tensions in the Middle East, according to reports.
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Motorcyclists expected to get up to 30 liters monthly subsidy
Islamabad, March 29, 2026: The government is in the final stages of launching a targeted fuel relief initiative that will provide subsidized petrol to motorcyclists across Pakistan, as part of efforts to ease the burden of rising fuel costs amid the ongoing energy crisis.
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Jet fuel price hits record high in Pakistan amid global oil crisis
The Government of Pakistan has raised jet fuel prices for commercial airlines for the fifth time in less than a month, pushing rates to an all-time high amid a deepening global oil crisis linked to tensions involving the United States, Israel, and Iran.
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Petrol costs Rs544 but sold at Rs322 as government absorbs price hike: PM Shehbaz
Islamabad, March 27, 2026 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that the government is heavily subsidizing fuel prices, revealing that petrol’s actual cost has surged to Rs544 per litre, but is being sold at Rs322 to shield citizens from inflationary pressures.
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Govt eyes tech-based subsidy system for petroleum relief
Islamabad, March 27, 2026 – The federal government is moving to introduce a targeted subsidy on petroleum products through a technology-driven mechanism, as it navigates limited fiscal space and rising energy challenges.
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President Zardari holds key meeting on economy and energy
Islamabad, March 26, 2026: President Asif Ali Zardari chaired a high-level consultative meeting at Aiwan-e-Sadr to review Pakistan’s evolving economic and energy situation amid global oil supply constraints and rising petroleum prices, as well as regional security developments.
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Govt plans fuel rationing for bikes, rickshaws, small cars in Pakistan
Islamabad – In response to rising global oil prices triggered by escalating tensions in the Middle East, the Government of Pakistan has decided to introduce a fuel rationing mechanism aimed at protecting low-income segments of society. The initiative is expected to primarily benefit motorcycle riders, rickshaw drivers, and potentially owners of small cars up to 800cc.
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Petrol pump owners warn of nationwide shutdown amid fuel price crisis
The All Pakistan Petrol Pump Owners Association (APPPOA) has warned of a possible nationwide shutdown of petrol pumps, citing mounting operational and financial challenges amid rising fuel prices in Pakistan.
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Pakistan activates refineries for optimal output amid global energy crisis
Islamabad – Pakistan has ramped up refinery operations to maintain optimal throughput and ensure uninterrupted fuel supply as global energy markets remain volatile due to tensions involving Iran.
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