Pakistan on Friday reduced petrol and diesel prices for the second consecutive week as the government attempted to ease pressure on consumers following months of sharp increases linked to tensions in the Middle East and disruptions in global oil supplies. According to a notification issued by the Petroleum Division, petrol prices fell by Rs6 per […]
Pakistan Announces Three-Day Eidul Azha Holidays
Pakistan will observe three public holidays for Eidul Azha from May 26 to May 28 after Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif approved a nationwide holiday schedule ahead of the religious festival. According to a notification issued by the Cabinet Division of Pakistan, all public offices, educational institutions and businesses observing official holidays will remain closed during […]
Millat Tractors Signs Major EV Bike Deal in Pakistan
Millat Tractors Limited has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with a leading Chinese electric bike manufacturer to begin local production of electric bikes in Pakistan. The agreement marks a major development in Pakistan’s growing electric vehicle sector as the company moves from feasibility studies to commercial manufacturing. Under the partnership, Millat Tractors will assemble, manufacture […]
Pakistan Continues Fuel Cuts and 4 Day Workweek Until June 13
Pakistan on Monday extended its nationwide austerity drive and fuel conservation measures until June 13 as uncertainty surrounding the Middle East conflict continues to pressure global oil markets. The Cabinet Division issued a formal notification after Shehbaz Sharif approved the extension on the recommendations of the implementation committee. According to the notification, the government will […]
Petrol Crosses Rs414 as Pakistan Announces Massive Fuel Hike
Pakistan’s federal government on Friday increased petrol and high-speed diesel prices by nearly Rs15 per litre each, extending a series of sharp fuel hikes that have intensified inflation concerns across the country. According to a notification issued by the Petroleum Division, the new prices took effect from May 9. Petrol prices rose from Rs399.86 to […]
Pakistan Inflation Back Above 10% After Nearly 2 Years
Pakistan’s consumer inflation jumped back into double digits in April after nearly two years, as rising transport fares and energy prices pushed up the cost of living across the country, official data showed. The Consumer Price Index rose by nearly 11 percent year on year in April, compared with 11.1 percent in July 2024, the […]
Punjab Petrol Subsidy: Just Two Steps to Qualify for Relief
The Punjab government has rolled out a simplified two-step process for citizens to qualify for its petrol subsidy scheme, aimed at easing the burden of rising fuel prices on low-income motorcycle users across the province. The initiative, part of a broader fuel relief programme, is designed to provide targeted support through a digital system, ensuring […]
Pakistan Enforces 8PM Shutdown for Markets and Malls Except Sindh
The federal government has ordered the closure of markets and shopping malls across most of Pakistan by 8pm, as part of a nationwide effort to conserve energy amid rising fuel costs linked to the ongoing Middle East crisis. The decision was taken during a high-level meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, where officials reviewed […]
Government Decides Not to Increase Pakistan Railway Fares Despite Fuel Price Surge
The federal government has decided to keep train fares unchanged despite a sharp rise in fuel prices, in a move aimed at protecting passengers from further financial pressure. The decision comes at a time when petrol and diesel prices have surged significantly, increasing the cost of transportation across the country. Officials confirmed that passenger train […]
Sindh Government Announces Rs2,000 Monthly Petrol Subsidy for Motorcyclists
The Sindh government has announced a monthly petrol subsidy of Rs2,000 for registered motorcyclists in a major relief measure aimed at easing the burden of rising fuel prices. The decision comes at a time when petrol costs in Pakistan have surged sharply, putting pressure on daily commuters and low income households. Chief Minister Murad Ali […]