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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Pakistan raises high-octane petrol levy to Rs300/liter to target wealthy amid fuel crisis
Lahore, March 22, 2026 – The government has significantly increased the levy on high-octane petrol used in luxury vehicles, aiming to shift the burden of rising fuel costs onto the wealthiest segment of society amid ongoing global energy pressures.
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Govt to shield low-income segments from fuel price shock: Aurangzeb
The government is working on a targeted relief package to protect low-income segments from the impact of rising fuel prices, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said on Sunday, amid mounting pressure from global energy markets.
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Petrol prices stay unchanged as PM Shehbaz turns down Rs400 scenario
Islamabad, March 21, 2026 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has rejected a massive increase in fuel prices that could have pushed petrol close to Rs400 per litre, deciding instead to keep the rate unchanged at Rs321.17 per litre to provide relief ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr.
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Pakistan petrol price monitoring committee reviews national fuel stocks
Islamabad, March 14, 2026 – The government’s Committee to Monitor Petrol Prices held a virtual meeting on Saturday to review the country’s petroleum product stocks and assess global oil market developments amid rising regional tensions.
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Petroleum dealers demand higher margins amid fuel price surge in Pakistan
Karachi – The Pakistan Petroleum Dealers Association (PPDA) has demanded an increase in their profit margins to 8% per litre of petroleum products following last week’s sharp Rs55 per litre hike in petrol and diesel prices. The association has given the government a March 26, 2026 deadline to address their request.
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Pakistan holds petroleum prices unchanged amid arrival of oil ships
Islamabad, March 13, 2026 – The government of Pakistan has decided to keep petroleum product prices unchanged following the arrival of international oil shipments at the country’s ports, providing temporary relief to consumers despite rising global oil prices.
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Pakistan to review petroleum prices weekly amid Middle East tensions
Islamabad: The government of Pakistan has decided to review petroleum prices on a weekly basis in response to rising volatility in global oil markets triggered by tensions in the Middle East.
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