Urges nation to pray for success of US-Iran talks in IslamabadPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif addresses the nation on Friday. SCREENGRABPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday announced a reduction of Rs135 per litre in the price of high-speed diesel (HSD) and a cut of Rs12 per litre for petrol. Shortly after the announcement, within 24 hours, PM Shehbaz reduced the petroleum levy on petrol by Rs80 per litre, bringing the petrol price down to Rs378 per litre. Announcing the reduction in petroleum prices, the prime minister said, “Therefore, I announce an immediate reduction of Rs135 per litre in the price of diesel. Continuing his address, PM Shehbaz said that his government, in coordination with the provincial governments, had never left the people alone even in the most difficult circumstances.

Source: The Nation April 10, 2026 17:48 UTC