Sindh Government Considers Smart Lockdowns to Tackle Fuel Crisis Amid Middle East Conflict
Local Government Minister Nasir Hussain Shah confirms Sindh may implement smart lockdowns and strict austerity measures to conserve fuel as global oil prices surge.
OGDCL Receives Ninth Interest Installment of Rs7.25 Billion Under Circular Debt Plan
Oil and Gas Development Company Limited confirms receipt of the ninth interest installment from Power Holding Limited as part of the government’s settlement plan.
PSX Issues Risk Warning Alert for Dadabhoy Construction and Haseeb Waqas Sugar Mills
The Pakistan Stock Exchange has flagged DCTL and HWQS for non-compliance and outstanding dues, warning of compulsory buy-back actions if not rectified.
OGDCL Achieves Breakthrough with Pakistan’s First Horizontal Oil Well in Clastic Reservoir
Oil and Gas Development Company Limited has started production at the Pasakhi-13 well in Sindh, yielding 460 barrels of oil per day through horizontal drilling.
TPL Trakker Strengthens Balance Sheet with Early Settlement of Sukuk Certificates II
TPL Trakker Limited executes early repayment of its five-year Sukuk Certificates II ahead of the 2026 maturity date to optimize capital structure and reduce costs.
Electric Bike Demand Surges in Pakistan as Commuters Pivot to Battery Power
High fuel prices drive a massive shift toward electric motorcycles in Pakistan with delivery riders and students leading the transition to e-mobility.
Pakistan International Flights Plunge 50 Percent as Iran Conflict Disrupts Global Air Space
Pakistan’s aviation sector faces a massive contraction in March 2026, with international departures dropping by 49.3% due to regional airspace closures and conflict.
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb Assures Stable Fuel Supply Amid Regional Tensions
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb confirms the government has absorbed a 69 billion rupee burden to stabilize fuel prices and is preparing a targeted relief package.
Pakistan Banking Spreads Narrow as Lending Rates Drop to 11 Percent in February 2026
State Bank of Pakistan data shows a sharp decline in weighted average lending rates to 11.02% as banking spreads contract to 5.98% amid shifting monetary conditions.
Karachi Port Makes History with Uninterrupted Eid Operations Amid Global Trade Disruptions
For the first time in 138 years, Pakistan’s Karachi Port remained fully operational during Eid Al-Fitr to ensure trade continuity and cargo handling.