Islamabad orders early closure of markets and malls at 8pm in new energy-saving drive amid rising fuel costs and supply pressures linked to US-Iran tensions.

All shops, markets and shopping malls will close at 8pm; The new timings will come into effect from today.

Islamabad businesses are required to close by 8 pm from Monday. This is part of the government's austerity measures to conserve energy. Restaurants and food outlets can stay open…