According to the BBC investigation, the abuse centres on migrants, particularly from Pakistan and Bangladesh,

The move aims to limit the use of costly fuels and prevent a substantial rise in electricity prices.

The market sentiment was still cautious amid expectations for further developments regarding the tension between the US and Iran.

Pakistan’s role, however, gained traction as it engaged multiple global and regional players, including Gulf states and key allies. This was done in an effort to build consensus around a temporary halt in hostilities.

Iran targeted energy facilities in Saudi Arabia.

Farmers in major mango-growing areas in South Punjab's districts of Rahim Yar Khan, Multan, Muzaffargarh, and Khanewal are experiencing unusual crop damage.

The airline will operate its first direct flight from Islamabad to London on March 29.

According to PMO press release, the decision was taken during a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif via video link, focusing on fuel used in luxury vehicles.

A meeting of the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee was held in Islamabad under the chairmanship of Maulana Abdul Khabir Azad.

According to officials, a special government committee chaired by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb reviewed a range of conservation proposals aimed at reducing the consumption of petrol, diesel and LNG.

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.

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.

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.

The development comes as the situation in the Middle East continues to deteriorate.

According to him, Pakistani forces destroyed 104 Taliban posts, captured 22 posts, and destroyed 163 tanks and armored personnel carriers.