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ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): The federal government on Tuesday raised the petrol and diesel prices for October 21, a day after a massive reduction in fuel prices. According to the notification issued by the Petroleum Division, the price of petrol was hiked by Rs 0.88 per liter, and the high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs 0.53 per

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved a five-year automotive policy for 2026–31, rejecting the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) proposal to raise the sales tax on electric vehicles. The policy aims to strengthen Pakistan’s automotive industry by increasing local production, promoting exports, improving competitiveness and encouraging the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs).  It

LAHORE (Kashmir English): Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) prices in Lahore have surged to Rs580 per kilogram, placing an additional financial burden on consumers already struggling with rising household expenses. According to market reports, LPG is currently being sold at prices ranging from Rs550 to Rs580 per kilogram, significantly higher than the official rate of Rs279.34

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): Demand for solar panels in Pakistan continues to attract consumer attention as households and businesses look for alternatives to expensive grid electricity.  With winter approaching, consumers are keeping a close eye on the latest solar panel prices before investing in solar power systems. According to the market rates provided for October 2026,

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): The latest reported prices of fruits, vegetables, meat, chicken, and eggs for Tuesday, October 20, 2026, have been released. Persimmon is priced at Rs. 250 per kilogram, while Sundarkhani grapes are selling at Rs. 630 per kilogram.  Among vegetables, ginger is priced at Rs. 365 per kilogram, while cucumbers are available at

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): The federal government on Monday cut the petrol and diesel prices for October 20. According to the notification issued by the Petroleum Division, the price of petrol was reduced by Rs 5.16 per liter, and the high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs 7.69 per liter. “The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): Bank Alfalah has introduced an offer to provide five models of Honda motorcycles through easy monthly installments, with the monthly installment for the Honda CD 70 starting at PKR 7,595. Under Bank Alfalah’s campaign, “The New Honda 2027,” customers can choose from various payment plans ranging from 3 to 36 months. These