5 Mar 2026
US arranges charter flights to evacuate citizens from Middle East
According to the US State Department, a government-chartered flight carrying American citizens departed the Middle East for the US, while additional evacuation flights are being organized from various locations across the region.
5 Mar 2026
Pakistan unveils fuel-saving plan amid supply fears
Aurangzeb said Pakistan currently holds about 28 days of petrol and diesel reserves and around 10 days of crude oil stocks, while LPG supplies are available for about 15 days.
5 Mar 2026
Middle East crisis hits Pakistan industry
Officials note that Pakistan imports a significant share of its oil and LNG from Gulf states including Saudi Arabia, UAE and Qatar, leaving the country exposed to regional instability.
5 Mar 2026
Middle East tensions ground flights, Pakistan aviation sector loses Rs20bn
According to reports, air travel to and from Pakistan remained severely disrupted for the fifth consecutive day as several Gulf countries imposed airspace closures and restrictions.
4 Mar 2026
Pakistan embassy in Abu Dhabi halts consular services
The development comes as the situation in the Middle East continues to deteriorate.
4 Mar 2026
Gold falls, silver rises in local and international markets
In the international bullion market, the price per ounce of gold has decreased by $100.
4 Mar 2026
Former NATO commander warns global tensions may mark the start of World War III
According to international media, Shirreff said that as a former senior commander he does not use the term lightly and that current global tensions, particularly following the recent war between the US, Israel and Iran, have created a situation that could lead to World War III.
4 Mar 2026
Man arrested for Rs9.6 million credit card fraud by FIA in Lahore
According to the agency, the accused took advantage of a technical flaw in the system of a private bank to repeatedly make unlawful charges and misuse the credit card over an extended period.
4 Mar 2026
“Challan Nahi, Helmet” campaign launched to boost rider safety on highways
According to this campaign, officers on national highways and motorways stop riders who are not wearing helmets and offer them a choice: purchase a quality helmet on the spot and avoid a fine, or face the usual penalties.
4 Mar 2026
UK suspends student visas for Afghanistan, 3 other countries
"Britain will always provide refuge to people fleeing war and persecution, but our visa system must not be abused"