–Season starts behind closed doors amid energy, security concerns Abdullah Zahid LAHORE: Pakistan Super League 11 begins on Thursday with defending champions Lahore Qalandars facing new entrants Hyderabad Kings in the opening match. The entire tournament will be played without spectators due to government restrictions linked to regional tensions and …
Read More »PSL 11 captains vow strong contest for title
–Team captains say PSL 11 preparations complete, promise competitive cricket and express confidence in league’s growing success Abdullah Zahid LAHORE: Captains of the franchises participating in Pakistan Super League season 11 said they are determined to play competitive cricket and lift the trophy, expressing confidence that the new edition of …
Read More »Hajj flights from Pakistan start April 18
–Ministry of Religious Affairs issues Hajj flight schedule, directs pilgrims to check Pak Hajj app for travel details BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Religious Affairs has released the Hajj flight schedule, announcing that Hajj flights from Pakistan will begin on April 18, according to an official statement issued in …
Read More »Govt plans optional multi-tariff for industrial electricity
Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: The government plans a new optional multi-tariff mechanism for industrial electricity consumers, aiming to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The Ministry of Energy (Power Division) is considering an optional time-of-use tariff structure for industries, according to a press release issued on March 25, 2026. The initiative, led by …
Read More »Petroleum subsidy plan: PM to meet Zardari
Govt plans digital rationing, seeks provinces’ share in fuel subsidy Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is expected to meet President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday to discuss including provinces in petroleum subsidy financing as the federal government prepares a digital rationing system to control fuel consumption. Sources said the meeting is …
Read More »PSL 11 anthem released as Atif Aslam leads lineup
—Official song “Bat Pe Khelenge” launched ahead of PSL 11 starting March 26 in Lahore Abdullah Zahid LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board has released the official anthem for Pakistan Super League season 11, featuring Atif Aslam, Aima Baig and the Sabri Sisters, as preparations intensify for the tournament scheduled to …
Read More »Senate warns of LNG shortages
Fuel stocks remain stable: Govt Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Pakistan may face severe LNG shortages in the coming weeks, the Senate Standing Committee on Petroleum warned. Officials briefed the committee that supply could be disrupted after April 14, putting additional pressure on the power sector and industries. The Ministry of Petroleum …
Read More »Fuel supply stable, govt reviews stocks amid tensions
Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: The government has said petroleum stocks remain at comfortable levels after a high-level review meeting chaired by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, as authorities monitored global oil market volatility and regional geopolitical tensions. The government said on Saturday that Pakistan’s fuel supply position remains stable after a high-level …
Read More »SPI jumps 1.89% as fuel prices surge
Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Bureau of Statistics reports weekly inflation spike driven by petrol, diesel, LPG and food prices, while yearly SPI shows 6.44% increase amid energy tariff hikes and wheat flour cost pressures. Pakistan’s weekly inflation accelerated after the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics reported a sharp rise in the …
Read More »Petrol price hike unavoidable, Aurangzeb tells Senate
–Govt raised fuel prices to avoid shortages, LNG costs surge Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said the government was forced to raise petroleum prices due to rising import costs, supply risks and regional tensions, warning that failure to act could have led to fuel shortages and possible rationing …
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