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Gilgit-Baltistan Road Blockages Disrupt Travel and Supply Chains Amid Heavy Snowfall

Nasir Khan — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 06:45:09 +0000

Gilgit-Baltistan is currently facing a severe transportation crisis as heavy snowfall and landslides block major roads, isolating the region from the rest of Pakistan. Prolonged road closures have stranded travelers, disrupted supply chains, and triggered shortages of essential goods—raising serious concerns for residents, transport operators, and tourism-related businesses. According to local and national media reports,...

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Punjab EPA Extends Green Stickers Validity to June 2026

Nasir Khan — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 06:43:26 +0000

What Vehicle Owners Need to Know In a welcome move for vehicle owners across the province, the Environment Protection Agency (EPA) Punjab has officially extended the validity and acquisition deadline for Green Stickers. The deadline, which was previously set to end on December 31, 2025, has now been pushed forward to June 30, 2026, giving...

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Pakistan Auto Market Update

Nasir Khan — Wed, 10 Dec 2025 07:09:39 +0000

How Import Duties and a Possible Car Import Ban Could Impact Prices The Pakistan auto market continues to face uncertainty as policymakers introduce new measures affecting both locally assembled vehicles and imported models. In late 2025, the government imposed a 40% regulatory duty on commercial used-car imports under S.R.O. 1898(I)/2025 — a move aimed at...

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SHC Rejects Pleas to Suspend Karachi’s AI E-Challan System: What It Means for Motorists

Nasir Khan — Thu, 27 Nov 2025 11:54:22 +0000

he Sindh High Court (SHC) on Tuesday declined to suspend Karachi’s newly introduced AI-powered e-challan system, marking a significant development in the city’s push for modernized traffic enforcement. Several petitioners had requested an interim stay on the system, but the court chose not to halt its implementation, instead directing provincial authorities to submit detailed replies....

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Key Highlights of Punjab’s New Traffic Fine Policy

Nasir Khan — Thu, 27 Nov 2025 11:38:05 +0000

Punjab has aligned its traffic enforcement approach with Sindh by sharply increasing fines across nearly all categories of violations—many by several hundred percent. The goal is to reduce road accidents and encourage safer driving behavior. Major Changes Massive fine increases – e.g., signal violation for motorcycles is now Rs. 3,000 (previously Rs. 200–500 range depending...

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Rawalpindi Set for Major Traffic Overhaul with New Underpasses and Signal-Free Corridor

Nasir Khan — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 07:52:27 +0000

Rawalpindi’s traffic landscape is about to undergo one of its biggest transformations in years. Following the announcement of a new signal-free corridor, the city is preparing to add three new underpasses at key choke points: Qasim Market Race Course Charing Cross (Peshawar Road) According to The Express Tribune, construction—estimated at Rs 7.2 billion—is expected to...

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Automotive Safety Standards Agreement

Nasir Khan — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:39:07 +0000

Pakistan’s Automotive Safety Standards Agreement Participants: The Pakistan Automotive Manufacturers Association (PAMA) met with SAPM on Industries & Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan. Key Agreements: Equal safety and quality standards for both imported and locally manufactured cars. Implementation aligned with WP-29 international vehicle regulations. Coordination between Engineering Development Board (EDB) and automakers for enforcement. PAMA’s Requests:...

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Petrol Price Reduced by Federal Govt

Nasir Khan — Wed, 06 Aug 2025 10:24:36 +0000

Fuel Price Changes (August 1–15, 2025) Product Old Price (from July 16) New Price (from August 1) Change Petrol (MS) Rs 272.15 Rs 264.61 – Rs 7.54 High-Speed Diesel (HSD) Rs 284.35 Rs 285.83 + Rs 1.48 Key Points: Petrol price reduced by Rs 7.54/litre. Diesel price increased by Rs 1.48/litre. This revision follows the previous increase (on July 16) of: Petrol...

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Petrol Prices Increased again by Govt

Nasir Khan — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 11:54:29 +0000

Petrol Prices Increased by Rs. 5.36 Per Liter in Pakistan The Government of Pakistan has announced an immediate hike in fuel prices, impacting both petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) as part of its scheduled price review. This adjustment reflects shifts in international oil markets and domestic economic factors. Latest Fuel Prices (Effective Immediately) Petrol Old...

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Pakistan’s Auto Import Policy Reform: Key Highlights

Nasir Khan — Mon, 23 Jun 2025 09:30:57 +0000

Effective From: September 2025 What’s Changing? Used car import limit extended:From 3 years → to 5 years old for commercial imports. Flat 40% additional customs duty:Imposed on all imported vehicles, regardless of quantity. Baggage scheme:Expected to align with the 5-year limit but will also carry the 40% duty. Gift scheme:Remains unchanged. Why This Matters Aims...

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