The Pakistan government on Sunday ordered an increase in the levy on high-octane fuel used by luxury vehicles to Rs 300 per litre, hiking it by Rs 200 per litre, as fuel prices go up amid the ongoing Iran War. In a handout, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), said that Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired a meeting on decisions regarding high-octane fuel used in “luxury vehicles”. “The prime minister took notice that the levy on high-octane fuel used in the most expensive vehicles should be increased,” read the PMO statement.&nbsp;Therefore, PM Shehbaz decided that the levy, which was Rs 100 per litre, should be increased by Rs 200 per litre.“A levy of Rs 300 per litre will now be applicable on high-octane fuel used in the most expensive vehicles,” the statement said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-this-kindness-will-never-be-forgotten-thank-you-india-iran-expresses-gratitude-as-kashmiris-donate-gold-cash-utensils-1774207358889">‘This kindness will never be forgotten. Thank you, India’: Iran expresses gratitude as Kashmiris donate gold, cash, utensils</a>&nbsp;“This decision will save the government Rs 9 billion per month and as per the prime minister’s instructions, this will be used to provide the people with relief,” it added.The prices of fuel used in ordinary vehicles used by the lower and middle classes have not been increased, only the price of high-octane fuel used in luxury vehicles has been increased, the PMO said.&nbsp;The prices of petrol and diesel have not been increased following a 20% hike earlier this month, prompted by global oil supply disruptions triggered by the war.On March 6, the government raised petrol and diesel prices by Rs 55 per litre each as global oil prices surged amid the US-Israel conflict with Iran.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-have-to-escalate-to-de-escalate-us-treasury-secretary-scott-bessent-defends-military-actions-in-iran-1774199479240">‘Have to escalate to de-escalate’: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent defends military actions in Iran</a>&nbsp;The PMO said that PM Shehbaz Sharif had taken notice of high-octane prices and directed the ministry concerned to prepare an action plan in this regard.&nbsp;Two weeks ago, the Shehbaz Sharif government had announced austerity measures to cope with the fuel crisis triggered by the US-Israel war on Iran after hiking petroleum products’ prices earlier this month.The measures included a 50 per cent cut in fuel allowance for official vehicles and a four-day work week. It was also decided that 50 per cent of staff in the public sector would work from home, while exempting those providing essential services.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-halt-military-action-first-iran-s-president-calls-on-india-chaired-brics-to-play-role-in-halting-aggression-1774116854054">‘Halt military action first’: Iran's president calls on India-chaired BRICS to play role in halting aggression</a>&nbsp;On Thursday, the government had appealed to the public to adopt fuel-conservation measures to “avert the risk of petroleum products’ supply getting affected in the coming days”.&nbsp;Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Friday that he had rejected recommendations for further increasing the prices of petroleum products. Sharif said he had instructed concerned ministries to devise a mechanism to ensure that the “relief” was restricted to only the deserving and needy.

The prices of petrol and diesel were not increased following a 20% hike earlier this month, prompted by global oil supply disruptions triggered by the war. On March 6, the government raised petrol and diesel prices by Rs 55 per litre each as global oil prices surged amid the conflict.

The Pakistan government on Sunday ordered an increase in the levy on high-octane fuel used by luxury vehicles to Rs 300 per litre, hiking it by Rs 200 per litre, as fuel prices go up amid the ongoing Iran War. In a handout, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), said that Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired a meeting on decisions regarding high-octane fuel used in “luxury vehicles”. “The prime minister took notice that the levy on high-octane fuel used in the most expensive vehicles should be increased,” read the PMO statement. Therefore, PM Shehbaz decided that the levy, which was Rs 100 per litre, should be increased by Rs 200 per litre. “A levy of Rs 300 per litre will now be applicable on high-octane fuel used in the most expensive vehicles,” the statement said. Also Read: ‘This kindness will never be forgotten. Thank you, India’: Iran expresses gratitude as Kashmiris donate gold, cash, utensils “This decision will save the government Rs 9 billion per month and as per the prime minister’s instructions, this will be used to provide the people with relief,” it added. The prices of fuel used in ordinary vehicles used by the lower and middle classes have not been increased, only the price of high-octane fuel used in luxury vehicles has been increased, the PMO said. The prices of petrol and diesel have not been increased following a 20% hike earlier this month, prompted by global oil supply disruptions triggered by the war. On March 6, the government raised petrol and diesel prices by Rs 55 per litre each as global oil prices surged amid the US-Israel conflict with Iran. Also Read: ‘Have to escalate to de-escalate’: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent defends military actions in Iran The PMO said that PM Shehbaz Sharif had taken notice of high-octane prices and directed the ministry concerned to prepare an action plan in this regard. Two weeks ago, the Shehbaz Sharif government had announced austerity measures to cope with the fuel crisis triggered by the US-Israel war on Iran after hiking petroleum products’ prices earlier this month. The measures included a 50 per cent cut in fuel allowance for official vehicles and a four-day work week. It was also decided that 50 per cent of staff in the public sector would work from home, while exempting those providing essential services. Also Read: ‘Halt military action first’: Iran's president calls on India-chaired BRICS to play role in halting aggression On Thursday, the government had appealed to the public to adopt fuel-conservation measures to “avert the risk of petroleum products’ supply getting affected in the coming days”. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Friday that he had rejected recommendations for further increasing the prices of petroleum products. Sharif said he had instructed concerned ministries to devise a mechanism to ensure that the “relief” was restricted to only the deserving and needy.

The prices of petrol and diesel were not increased following a 20% hike earlier this month, prompted by global oil supply disruptions triggered by the war. On March 6, the government raised petrol and diesel prices by Rs 55 per litre each as global oil prices surged amid the conflict.

Pakistan hikes levy on high-octane fuel used in luxury vehicles to Rs 300 per litre

Top officials in Pakistan are unhappy with the national team’s performance against India in the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup. The Group A match took place at R Premadasa Stadium, where Pakistan lost by 61 runs. According to some reports, Field Marshal Asim Munir was angry and disappointed with the result. India, captained by Suryakumar Yadav, won easily and moved into the Super 8 stage. Before the match, many fans believed Pakistan had a good chance to win, however, the match showed a clear difference in quality between the two sides.&nbsp;A report by News18 said that Pakistan’s military leaders saw the loss as more serious than just a sports defeat, they felt the team was not fully ready for such an important game. Munir reportedly shared his concerns with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif through official communication and said to have criticised the way the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) handled team planning and public statements.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fide-freestyle-world-championship-india-s-arjun-erigasi-finishes-6th-as-carlsen-wins-almost-lost-maiden-title-1771230755479">Carlsen wins 'almost lost' maiden FIDE Freestyle World Championship</a>&nbsp;Because of this, PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi is facing pressure and some people in the government believe he might be replaced to reduce tensions.&nbsp;Earlier, Pakistan had announced it would not play the match against India. However, the decision was changed about eight days later after the International Cricket Council confirmed that Bangladesh would not be punished for missing the tournament and not travelling to India.&nbsp;During the disagreement between the ICC and the PCB, Naqvi gave a strong reply when asked about possible action against Pakistan. He mentioned Munir in his statement, saying that neither he nor the government were afraid of any pressure. According to the News18 report, this public mention of the army chief was made without approval and upset officials in Rawalpindi. Munir was reportedly not happy about being connected to a cricket issue.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/shahid-afridi-on-son-in-law-shaheen-babar-azam-flop-show-vs-india-in-t20-world-cup-if-it-was-in-my-hands-i-would-not-1771232860558">Shahid Afridi on son-in-law Shaheen’s flop show vs IND: ‘If it was in my hands, I would not…’</a>&nbsp;Naqvi attended the India-Pakistan match but left before it ended after Pakistan’s poor batting display. Former fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar also criticised Naqvi on Indian television, calling him unqualified and inexperienced for the role.

Earlier, Pakistan had announced it would not play the match against India. However, the decision was changed about eight days later after the International Cricket Council confirmed that Bangladesh would not be punished for missing the tournament and not travelling to India.

Top officials in Pakistan are unhappy with the national team’s performance against India in the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup. The Group A match took place at R Premadasa Stadium, where Pakistan lost by 61 runs. According to some reports, Field Marshal Asim Munir was angry and disappointed with the result. India, captained by Suryakumar Yadav, won easily and moved into the Super 8 stage. Before the match, many fans believed Pakistan had a good chance to win, however, the match showed a clear difference in quality between the two sides. A report by News18 said that Pakistan’s military leaders saw the loss as more serious than just a sports defeat, they felt the team was not fully ready for such an important game. Munir reportedly shared his concerns with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif through official communication and said to have criticised the way the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) handled team planning and public statements. Also Read - Carlsen wins 'almost lost' maiden FIDE Freestyle World Championship Because of this, PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi is facing pressure and some people in the government believe he might be replaced to reduce tensions. Earlier, Pakistan had announced it would not play the match against India. However, the decision was changed about eight days later after the International Cricket Council confirmed that Bangladesh would not be punished for missing the tournament and not travelling to India. During the disagreement between the ICC and the PCB, Naqvi gave a strong reply when asked about possible action against Pakistan. He mentioned Munir in his statement, saying that neither he nor the government were afraid of any pressure. According to the News18 report, this public mention of the army chief was made without approval and upset officials in Rawalpindi. Munir was reportedly not happy about being connected to a cricket issue. Also Read - Shahid Afridi on son-in-law Shaheen’s flop show vs IND: ‘If it was in my hands, I would not…’ Naqvi attended the India-Pakistan match but left before it ended after Pakistan’s poor batting display. Former fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar also criticised Naqvi on Indian television, calling him unqualified and inexperienced for the role.

Earlier, Pakistan had announced it would not play the match against India. However, the decision was changed about eight days later after the International Cricket Council confirmed that Bangladesh would not be punished for missing the tournament and not travelling to India.

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Pakistan hikes levy on high-octane fuel used in luxury vehicles to Rs 300 per litre

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