PM Imposes Levy of Rs305 on High-Octane, Bans Its Use in Government Vehicles
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced an immediate ban on the use of high-octane fuel in all government vehicles. The decision comes alongside a sharp increase in the levy on this type of fuel. High-Octane Levy Hikes to Rs305 According to a…
PPP Senator Sherry Rehman’s Daughter Marvi Malik Passes Away at 35
Marvi Malik, the daughter of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) senior leader Senator Sherry Rehman, passed away at the age of 35 on Sunday. She had been receiving treatment at a private hospital in Karachi, where she was admitted five days ago due to a brain…
Pakistan Maintains Fuel Supply Amid Global Oil Shock
Pakistan announced on Saturday that support from Saudi Arabia and alternative shipping routes is helping sustain fuel imports. This comes as the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel has triggered a sharp global oil shock. The…
ADB Approves $10 Billion Loan Strategy for Pakistan
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a five-year lending strategy worth $10 to $12 billion for Pakistan, aimed at supporting the country’s growth and addressing key development challenges. The strategy includes financing for crucial…
Gold Prices in Pakistan – March 19, 2026
Gold prices in Pakistan are expected to fluctuate on Thursday, March 19, due to changes in international market trends. Gold has always been considered a safe investment during times of economic uncertainty. It tends to hold its value or even increase…
NAB Recovers a Record Rs11.5 Trillion in Three Years
The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has made a record recovery of Rs11.5 trillion over the past three years, according to its report shared with the Senate Standing Committee on Law and Justice on Wednesday. The report reveals that NAB reclaimed…
CPPA Requests Rs.1.64 Per Unit Increase in Electricity Tariff for February
Consumers across the country could face higher electricity bills as the Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) has requested an increase of Rs1.64 per unit in electricity tariffs for February. This rise is part of the monthly fuel adjustment. Gold Prices…
PIA Suspends Flights to Fujairah Amid Rising Tensions in the Middle East
As tensions in the Middle East escalate, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) announced on Wednesday that it would suspend flights to Fujairah in the UAE for 48 hours. The airline also decided to limit its operations in the UAE to Al Ain, an inland city…
Middle East Tensions Disrupt Flights Across Pakistan, Dozens Cancelled
Rising tensions in the Middle East caused major disruption to air travel in Pakistan. On Wednesday, at least 92 flights were cancelled at different airports. The cancellations left many passengers stranded and forced airlines to reduce their operations.…
Pakistan Extends Airspace Ban on Indian Flights Until April 24
Pakistan has extended Airspace ban on Indian Flights using its airspace until April 24, according to a new aviation notice issued just before the previous deadline of March 23. Also Read : Karachi Hit by Heavy Rain and Strong Winds, Power Outages…
