India curbs bulk fuel buying at retail pumps, caps diesel sales Published 12 Jun, 2026 07:52pm Retail fuel station dealers are directed to sell no more than 200 litres of diesel per customer or vehicle per day
FY26 Economic Survey: Economy remains fragile despite recovery claims Updated 11 Jun, 2026 09:12am ISLAMABAD: Despite claims of notable stabilization, Pakistan’s economy in FY2025–26 remains fundamentally fragile,...
‘Govt is providing subsidy despite sharp rise in fuel prices’ Updated 11 Jun, 2026 09:12am ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb has said that the government is providing subsidy to the...
Govt jacks up petrol PL, reduces on HSD Published 07 Jun, 2026 05:11am ISLAMABAD: In its weekly review of petroleum prices effective from June 6, 2026, the government significantly...
Petrol price slashed by Rs4, HSD’s unchanged Published 06 Jun, 2026 06:09am ISLAMABAD: The federal government on Friday announced an Rs 4 per litre reduction in the ex-depot price of petrol,...
5th, 6th tranches of fuel subsidy scheme to be disbursed this month Published 05 Jun, 2026 06:47am ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar chaired a meeting on Thursday to...
From crisis management to real reform Updated 04 Jun, 2026 06:52am Pakistan has once again reached a moment of macroeconomic respite. Programme targets have been met, reserves are...
India says retail inflation may accelerate on weak monsoon, fuel price rise Published 30 May, 2026 03:13pm The duration of the Strait of Hormuz disruption remains the 'single most consequential variable' for India’s external and price outlook
Key US inflation measure posts largest annual increase in three years Published 29 May, 2026 01:43am Core PCE inflation advances 3.3% on year-over-year basis, versus Fed's 2% target
Oil smuggling: a dangerous parallel market Updated 26 May, 2026 07:27am EDITORIAL: The surge in Iranian oil smuggling into Pakistan during the ongoing Middle East conflict has exposed...
Indian retailers raise fuel prices for a third time amid Iran war Published 23 May, 2026 11:09am Petrol in New Delhi costs 0.87 rupees (just under 1 US cent) more at 99.51 Indian rupees a litre
Petrol price slashed by Rs6, diesel’s by Rs6.80 Updated 23 May, 2026 04:23pm ISLAMABAD: The federal government has announced a reduction in petroleum product prices, effective May 23, 2026....
Rubio sees progress in Iran talks Published 23 May, 2026 05:43am WASHINGTON/DUBAI: The United States has seen some progress towards a deal with Iran but more work is required,...
April 2026: Govt to pass on Rs1.73/unit positive FCA Updated 19 May, 2026 06:44am ISLAMABAD: The government is set to pass on a positive Fuel Charges Adjustment (FCA) of Rs1.73 per unit for April...
PSO announces major cut in jet fuel prices Updated 18 May, 2026 09:21am ISLAMABAD: Pakistan State Oil (PSO) announced a major reduction in jet fuel prices on Sunday, slashing rates by Rs...
PM Shehbaz extends austerity drive till June 13 Updated 12 May, 2026 09:10am ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday extended the nationwide austerity drive until 13 June, as the...
Modi urges reduced fuel use amid Middle East war disruption Published 11 May, 2026 07:08am PM Modi urges Indians to cut petrol and diesel use, promoting carpooling and remote work to save foreign currency and ease supply strain.
Israel-US war against Iran: More than 30m to be pushed back into poverty: UN Published 24 Apr, 2026 06:03am BANGKOK: More than 30 million people will be pushed back into poverty by the impacts of the Iran war including...
Pakistan govt slashes diesel price by Rs32.12 Published 17 Apr, 2026 09:27pm New price to come into effect from April 18
Energy firms: Economists call for windfall profit taxes Published 17 Apr, 2026 06:16am PARIS: Prominent economists called Thursday for governments to introduce windfall profit taxes on energy companies...
Global oil shock, local fuel crisis Updated 16 Apr, 2026 08:23am The recent escalation of the Iran conflict has triggered a sharp supply shock in global oil markets, with immediate...
A blueprint for pro-people crisis management: Leading by example Published 12 Apr, 2026 05:10am In a country where economic shocks are routinely passed down to the most vulnerable, the recent astronomical surge...
HSD price slashed by Rs135, petrol’s by Rs12 Published 11 Apr, 2026 07:14am ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday announced a reduction in fuel prices following a decline in...
Petrol dealers warn of countrywide shutdown Updated 10 Apr, 2026 09:15am KARACHI: Petroleum dealers have demanded an immediate increase in their sales commission, warning of a nationwide...
Digital wallets, real relief: Pakistan’s quiet revolution in public service delivery Updated 09 Apr, 2026 06:39am When the Middle East conflict pushed global energy prices to historic highs, the government of Prime Minister...
War and a fractured global economy Updated 06 Apr, 2026 05:22am EDITORIAL: A little over a month into the US-Israel war on Iran, anyone under the illusion that modern conflicts can...
PHMA, PRGMEA say concerned at surge in fuel prices Published 06 Apr, 2026 04:04am LAHORE: The Pakistan Hosiery Manufacturers and Exporters Association (PHMA) and Pakistan Readymade Garments...
Sindh CM secures fare freeze after talks with transporters Updated 06 Apr, 2026 04:41am KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah on Sunday announced a major relief initiative for the public,...
Increase in fuel prices leads to hike in prices across the board Published 05 Apr, 2026 02:32am ISLAMABAD: The increase in fuel prices has led to a hike in the prices across the board, including essential kitchen...
Free public transport services across capital Published 04 Apr, 2026 07:41am ISLAMABAD: In a move aimed at easing the financial burden on citizens following a rise in petroleum prices, the...