Government increases petrol price by Rs 13.96 per litre
At a glance
- Petrol price increased by Rs 13.96 to Rs 340.51 per litre.
- High-speed diesel price raised by Rs 5.27 to Rs 350.79 per litre.
- Reports have emerged suggesting the price hike has been rejected, details awaited.
Story so far
The government announced a significant increase in petroleum product prices, raising petrol by Rs 13.96 to Rs 340.51 per litre and high-speed diesel by Rs 5.27 to Rs 350.79 per litre. The move sparked public concern over rising inflation and the cost of living. Subsequently, unconfirmed reports have suggested that the price hike has been rejected.
Latest development
Reports have emerged suggesting the recent hike in petrol and diesel prices has been rejected. However, official confirmation and further details are still awaited.
Latest updates
Following the announcement, reports on August 19 suggest that the recent increase in petroleum product prices has been rejected. The specific details of the rejection and by which authority have not yet been clarified.
Pakistan News will update this story as more confirmed details become available.
Sources and updates
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