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Tag Archives: OGRA

Petrol up Rs8 to Rs266.17 per litre

Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Pakistan raises petrol and diesel prices for 15 days from March 1, citing OGRA recommendation amid global oil volatility. The government of Pakistan increased petrol and diesel prices from March 1, raising petrol by Rs8 per litre to Rs266.17, according to a notification issued by the Petroleum …

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POL prices likely to up from Feb 16

Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Consumers in Pakistan are bracing for yet another increase in fuel prices starting February 16, 2026, as industry sources and preliminary calculations point to upward adjustments in petroleum product rates. This comes amid ongoing pressures from global oil prices, exchange rate fluctuations, and domestic fiscal considerations. According …

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Post of new OGRA Chairman Advertised

Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: The federal government has formally launched the process for appointing a new chairman of the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA), inviting applications from qualified candidates within the next 15 days. The Cabinet Division has issued a public call for applications, marking the start of a key …

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Petroleum levy increased, public deprived of expected POL price cut

Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: It was a chilly morning in Islamabad when, on January 15, 2026, the Ministry of Energy (Petroleum Division) issued a press release. The announcement stated that for the next fortnight starting January 16, the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel would remain exactly the same as they …

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Further drop in POL prices likely

Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Pakistani consumers may soon enjoy additional relief at the pumps as petroleum product prices are poised for another reduction starting January 16, 2026. This follows a significant cut implemented at the beginning of the year, driven by declining global crude oil prices and a relatively stable Pakistani …

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No gas price hike for next six months

Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: The 12th meeting of the National Assembly Standing Committee on Petroleum, chaired by Syed Mustafa Mehmood, reviewed significant developments in the gas and LNG sector, with Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik highlighting major reforms and consumer relief measures. The Federal Minister informed the Committee that …

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New Year gift: Petrol and Diesel prices drop, LPG hikes

BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: As Pakistan ushers in the New Year, citizens have received a blend of relief and burden on the fuel front. The federal government has announced a significant reduction in the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel, providing much-needed respite to motorists and transporters amid fluctuating global oil …

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Petroleum minister engages industry stakeholders on reforms

BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik on Wednesday met with representatives of the Oil Marketing Association of Pakistan (OMAP) and the Oil Companies Advisory Council (OCAC) to review industry proposals aimed at strengthening and modernizing Pakistan’s petroleum supply chain. During the meeting, industry leaders shared a …

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PD reviews winter plan as OGRA cuts tariffs for FY26

Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: The Petroleum Division has stepped up preparations to manage winter gas demand, with Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik chairing a high-level meeting to assess the load-management strategies of SNGPL and SSGC. The minister said the Prime Minister had directed the division to ensure households receive …

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Govt keeps petrol rate, hikes diesel by Rs 6 per litre

BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: The government has raised high-speed diesel to Rs 284.44/litre and kept petrol at Rs 265.45/litre from November 16 for the next fortnight. The federal government on Saturday issued a notification that the price of high-speed diesel (HSD) will increase by Rs 6 per litre to Rs 284.44 …

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