fuel crisis
Sindh Austerity Measures: Strict New Business Timings Enforced
The Sindh government just issued a formal notification introducing strict austerity measures. Authorities enforced revised operating hours for markets, restaurants, and marriage halls across the…
Sindh Freezes Transport Fares Amid Fuel Crisis
The Sindh government announced a province-wide transport fare freeze, securing agreement from transporters to maintain existing rates despite rising global fuel prices. Chief Minister Murad…
How to Apply for the “Ehsaas Fuel Support Program” via Dastak App
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has introduced the Ehsaas Fuel Support Program, offering Rs2,000 monthly assistance to registered motorcycle and scooter owners beginning April 6. Chief…
Pakistan Fuel Use Jumps 24 Percent Despite Govt Restrictions
Pakistan recorded a 24 percent increase in fuel consumption during March compared to February, despite multiple government-imposed restrictions aimed at reducing petrol usage. The data,…
Fuel Prices Set to Rise Again as Govt Reviews Subsidy Cuts
Petrol and diesel prices are expected to increase within the next few days as the government prepares to adjust rates in line with rising international…
Govt Plans Mobile App-Based Fuel Quota for Motorcyclists, Rickshaws
The government is planning a new fuel quota system for two- and three-wheelers, including motorcycles and rickshaws, to make fuel subsidies more targeted and affordable…
Another Rs30/L Hike on the Cards for Petrol and Diesel
Pakistan appears set for yet another sharp increase in fuel prices, with current international crude benchmarks pointing toward a potential Rs30 per litre addition to both petrol…
KP Moves to Save Fuel, Suspends Use of 60% Govt Vehicles
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has ordered a halt to the use of 60% of official vehicles across all provincial departments for the next two months…
Federal Schools and Colleges to Remain Closed from March 16 to March 31
The Federal Directorate of Education (FDE) has announced a two-week closure of all schools, colleges and educational institutions under its administrative control from March 16…
IT Industry Exempt from Fuel Austerity Measures
The Minister of Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja has clarified that IT companies, call centers and business process outsourcing firms will remain exempt…
Reduce Allowances, Salary cuts & 4-day Work Week: Govt Rolls Out ‘War’ Austerity Steps to Tackle Energy Consumption
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif revealed new austerity steps on Monday, aiming to save fuel and manage rising energy costs caused by international tensions in the…
Punjab Govt Announces Fuel Restrictions, Work-From-Home Amid Petroleum Crisis
The Punjab government has announced a series of emergency measures aimed at reducing fuel consumption and managing economic pressure caused by the ongoing regional conflict.…
KP Imposes Work-From-Home, Reduces Govt Fuel Usage
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has decided to reduce the fuel allowance for official vehicles by 25 percent for two months amid the global fuel…
