Pakistan's inflation crisis deepens as petrol hikes trigger protests, highway blockades

Aug 08, 2026

Public anger over rising petrol prices, inflation and heavy taxation triggered protests in Rawalpindi and neighbouring districts. Jamaat-e-Islami leaders and citizens demanded relief, withdrawal...

PoJK protests reach Islamabad and Rawalpindi

Aug 02, 2026

Amid rising unrest in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, the protests have now reached Islamabad and Rawalpindi.

Protests in Pakistan's Rawalpindi against inflated electricity bills

Aug 24, 2022

Islamabad [Pakistan], August 24 : The people of several localities in Rawalpindi have staged a protest against inflated electricity bills by blocking GT Road...

"Economic oppression": Public outcry in Rawalpindi, Islamabad as petrol hits PKR 459 per litre

Apr 05, 2026

Residents in Rawalpindi and Islamabad are protesting a massive fuel price hike, with petrol reaching nearly PKR 459 per litre. Business leaders and politicians...

Massive protests near Nepal parliament over petrol price hike

Jun 23, 2022

Kathmandu [Nepal], June 23 : In the wake of the recent petrol price hike, the members of the Youth Association of Nepal and the...

Pakistan: TLP stands firm on demands as blockade continue to cause disruptions

Jul 19, 2024

The protests have caused significant traffic congestion, affecting daily life and business activities in Islamabad and Rawalpindi. The standoff continues as Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan remains...