Pakistan has announced a sharp increase in petroleum prices, pushing both petrol and high-speed diesel above Rs400 per litre for the first time, triggering concerns over inflation and rising transport costs across the country. According to an official notification issued by the government, petrol prices were increased by Rs14.92 per litre, while diesel saw an […]
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UAE raises petrol prices by around 8%, fuel rates climb in May update
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced new fuel prices for May 2026, increasing petrol rates by nearly 8% while keeping diesel prices unchanged, according to an official notification. The revision comes in line with rising global crude oil prices and ongoing volatility in international energy markets. Read More: UAE fuel prices surge sharply in latest […]
Govt raises petrol by Rs6.51 per litre, diesel prices by Rs19.39 per litre from May 1
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has increased the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD), with the revised rates taking effect from May 1, 2026, according to a notification issued by the Petroleum Division. Read More: Petrol, diesel get costlier by nearly Rs 27 per litre Under the latest revision, petrol prices have been raised by Rs6.51 per […]
UAE raises petrol prices by nearly 8% for May
DUBAI: The United Arab Emirates has increased petrol prices by nearly 8% for May while keeping diesel rates unchanged, according to the UAE Fuel Price Committee. The revised prices will take effect from May 1 and reflect rising global crude oil costs as well as ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Read More: UAE […]
Pakistan raises petrol and diesel prices amid global oil pressure
The Government of Pakistan has announced a significant increase in fuel prices, raising both petrol and diesel rates in response to ongoing volatility in international oil markets. Read More: Government Hikes Petrol and Diesel Prices by 26 Rupees According to an official notification issued by the Petroleum Division, the price of petrol has been increased by Rs26.77 per litre, […]
Petrol hike: targeted subsidy announced for motorcyclists and other groups
Islamabad – Following a sharp increase in petroleum prices, Pakistan’s Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announced a targeted subsidy program to provide relief to vulnerable groups. Read More: Pakistan raises petrol to Rs458.41 and diesel to Rs520.35 amid global crisis Under the plan, motorcyclists will receive a subsidy of Rs100 per litre on up to […]
Pakistan raises petrol to Rs458.41 and diesel to Rs520.35 amid global crisis
Pakistan government has announced a steep increase in fuel prices, raising petrol to Rs458.41 per litre and high-speed diesel to Rs520.35 per litre amid a worsening global energy crisis. The move was confirmed by Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik and Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb during a joint press conference. Read More: The government has announced […]
Maryam Aurangzeb has assured the public will get relief as global conditions improve
Senior Punjab Minister Maryam Aurangzeb has assured the public that relief will be provided as global economic conditions improve, following a sharp increase in petroleum prices in Pakistan. Read More: IMF warns global inflation may rise sharply In a statement shared on social media platform X, Aurangzeb acknowledged the recent hike in fuel prices but stressed that […]
The government has announced a significant increase in petroleum prices
The government has announced a significant increase in petroleum prices, marking the largest hike in the country’s history. In a joint press conference, Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik and Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb confirmed that petrol prices have been raised by Rs137.24 per litre, bringing the new price to Rs458.41 per litre. Similarly, diesel prices […]
Petrol price hike triggers increase in retail and transport fares
ISLAMABAD/RAWALPINDI: Retailers in Islamabad and Rawalpindi have raised prices of confectionery items and other daily-use commodities following the recent surge in petrol price, even though many shops are still selling stock purchased at earlier rates. Read More: Public transport fares surge after fuel price hike Consumers said shopkeepers immediately increased prices of commonly used items such as biscuits, noodles, […]