RAWALPINDI: Some schools in Pakistan shifted to online learning this week as authorities introduced emergency fuel-saving measures after global oil prices surged due to the escalating conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran. The government has ordered a series of austerity steps aimed at reducing fuel consumption, including temporary school closures, remote work arrangements for a portion of government and private sector employees, and sharp cuts in fuel allocations for official vehicles.

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Sindh government and the federal government discussed energy conservation measures amid a sharp rise in global oil prices on Sunday, the Sindh chief…

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday announced austerity measures, including a four-day work week and cuts in government expenditures, to offset the impact of rising…

Islamabad: The government in Pakistan’s southern Sindh province announced on Tuesday that it would close schools from Mar. 16-31 and implement new austerity measures such as…

ISLAMABAD: When Muhammad Ibraheem started his workday earlier this week, he didn’t head out to meet clients across Islamabad. Instead, he opened his laptop for a remote meeting,…

RAWALPINDI: Some schools in Pakistan shifted to online learning this week as authorities introduced emergency fuel-saving measures after global oil prices surged due to the…

Sheikhupura, Pakistan: Tanker drivers in Pakistan said they were facing long waits at depots due to a shortage of fuel, as the government played down fears of another rise in…