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LPG prices surge in Pakistan for April

LPG prices surge in Pakistan for April

Ogra has sharply increased LPG prices for April, lifting the cost of a standard domestic cylinder to Rs3,588.59. The move is likely to deepen cost-of-living pressure for consumers already facing expensive energy and fuel.

Business
Sindh schools to resume with a two-day weekend

Sindh schools to resume with a two-day weekend

Sindh is restoring physical classes from April 1 and shifting institutions to a five-day week. The move brings back regular campus activity while introducing a two-day weekend.

General
LHC seeks AGP response in Punjab defamation law challenge

LHC seeks AGP response in Punjab defamation law challenge

The Lahore High Court has called for official responses in petitions against the Punjab Defamation Act 2024. Critics argue the law overreaches provincial powers and could be used to suppress dissent and journalism.

Politics
Islamabad robbery-murder suspects held within a day

Islamabad robbery-murder suspects held within a day

Islamabad authorities say five suspects in businessman Aamir Awan’s killing have been arrested within 24 hours. Police say the case was cracked using AI tools, geofencing and raids across multiple cities.

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Provinces resist nationwide smart lockdown plan in Pakistan

Provinces resist nationwide smart lockdown plan in Pakistan

Pakistan’s provinces pushed back against a proposal for nationwide smart lockdowns during a top-level meeting in Islamabad. The government instead moved toward more austerity, fuel-saving steps and a fresh review by provincial finance ministers.

Politics
China seen as key guarantor in Iran-US diplomacy push

China seen as key guarantor in Iran-US diplomacy push

Analysts say China could emerge as a key guarantor in any future Iran-US diplomatic track, with Pakistan helping explore the framework. The discussion reflects Islamabad’s growing role in regional mediation as the Middle East crisis deepens.

Politics
China and Pakistan deepen coordination as Dar visits Beijing

China and Pakistan deepen coordination as Dar visits Beijing

China signalled closer coordination with Pakistan on the Iran crisis as Ishaq Dar travelled to Beijing for talks. The visit underlines Islamabad’s growing diplomatic role and its effort to build support for de-escalation in the region.

Politics
World Bank unveils plan to overhaul Pakistan’s wheat sector

World Bank unveils plan to overhaul Pakistan’s wheat sector

The World Bank has outlined a reform agenda to modernise Pakistan’s wheat economy through productivity gains, private-sector participation and better governance. The plan is being pitched as a route to stronger food security and rural growth.

Business
Heavy rain floods twin cities, temperatures drop sharply

Heavy rain floods twin cities, temperatures drop sharply

A fresh bout of heavy rain has disrupted life in Rawalpindi and Islamabad, flooding roads and lowering temperatures. Weather officials have warned that more rain and possible flash-flood conditions could follow.

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Rain and thunderstorms to sweep across Pakistan from April 1

Rain and thunderstorms to sweep across Pakistan from April 1

The Met Office has warned of a nationwide rain and thunderstorm spell starting April 1, with Balochistan expected to be affected first. The alert follows deadly weather-related incidents in KP and raises the risk of further disruption.

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PM vows more relief for lower and middle-income Pakistanis

PM vows more relief for lower and middle-income Pakistanis

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says austerity savings are being redirected to support poorer and middle-income households. He also said Pakistan has so far avoided fuel disruption and retains adequate essential stocks.

Politics