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title: "Government raises petrol and diesel prices for three days"
description: "Most outlets led with the exact amount of the price increases — Rs2.10 per litre for petrol and 30 paisa for high-speed diesel — and the effective period (October 3–5). Many also included the updated prices per litre. A few, like *Daily Pakistan (English)* and *Pakistan Observer*, framed the increase as part of a broader trend of \"back-to-back hikes\" or \"another hit,\" but the majority presented the information in a straightforward, factual manner. *Dawn* and *Business Recorder* included the regulatory body (OGRA) in their framing, while *ARY News (English)* focused on the notification being issued. Overall, the coverage was largely consistent in reporting the key figures and timing."
url: https://harzaviya.com/stories/11201-petrol-diesel-prices-cut-by-rs2-27-rs3-56-per-litre
site: HarZaviya
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---

# Government raises petrol and diesel prices for three days

business · updated 3 Oct 2026, 6:20 PM PKT · 28 Sep – 3 Oct 2026 · 83 articles from 17 outlets over 6 developments

**HarZaviya summary** — how 17 outlets covered this, generated automatically from their headlines and excerpts:

> Most outlets led with the government's reduction in petrol and diesel prices, specifying the exact amounts (Rs2.27 and Rs3.56 per litre respectively) and the effective date (September 29). Several also included the new prices (Rs389.03 for petrol and Rs404.97 for HSD). A few, like BOL News and ProPakistani, used more general language, such as "reduced" or "decreased" without specifying the exact figures. While most named the Petroleum Division or OGRA as the source of the notification, others simply attributed the change to the federal government. The framing was largely consistent across the cluster, with minor variations in phrasing and detail.

Full thread across outlets: [Fuel prices](https://harzaviya.com/fuel-prices)

## How it developed

Newest development first. Each carries its own coverage and, where we have one, our summary of it.

### 3 Oct 2026 — Petrol price climbs to Rs 392.76 per litre from October 3 (1 outlet)

- **The Nation** — [Petrol price climbs to Rs 392.76 per litre from October 3](https://www.nation.com.pk/03-Oct-2026/petrol-price-climbs-per-litre-october-3) · 3 Oct 2026, 6:20 PM PKT
  > The federal government has announced another increase in petrol and high-speed diesel prices, with the revised rates coming into effect from October 3, 2026.

### 2 Oct 2026 — Government raises petrol and diesel prices for three days (12 outlets)

> Most outlets led with the exact amount of the price increases — Rs2.10 per litre for petrol and 30 paisa for high-speed diesel — and the effective period (October 3–5). Many also included the updated prices per litre. A few, like *Daily Pakistan (English)* and *Pakistan Observer*, framed the increase as part of a broader trend of "back-to-back hikes" or "another hit," but the majority presented the information in a straightforward, factual manner. *Dawn* and *Business Recorder* included the regulatory body (OGRA) in their framing, while *ARY News (English)* focused on the notification being issued. Overall, the coverage was largely consistent in reporting the key figures and timing.

- Diesel: Rs399.64 (+Rs0.30) for 3 Oct 2026 — 6 of 12 outlets published this figure — all six agreed
- Petrol: Rs392.76 (+Rs2.10) for 3 Oct 2026 — 6 of 12 outlets published this figure — all six agreed

Figures as reported by Pakistani outlets. HarZaviya is not a price source.

- **Dunya News** — [Petrol price rises by Rs2.10, diesel increases by 30 paisa per litre](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Business/975856-petrol-price-rises-by-rs210-diesel-increases-by-30-paisa-per-litre) · 3 Oct 2026, 8:52 AM PKT
  > Petrol price rises by Rs2.10 to Rs392.76 per litre, while high-speed diesel increases 30 paisa to Rs399.64 from October 3.
- **Business Recorder** — [Petrol price hiked by Rs2.10, HSD’s by 30 paise](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40442427/petrol-price-hiked-by-rs210-hsds-by-30-paise) · 3 Oct 2026, 6:39 AM PKT · 76% identical wording to the newest filing
  > ISLAMABAD: The Petroleum Division on Friday announced increase in fuel prices applicable during next three days i.e. October 3-5. According to an official notification, the ex-depot price of petrol has been increased by Rs2.10 per litre, moving from Rs390.66 to Rs392.76. Similarly, the price of High Speed Diesel (HSD) saw a nominal increase of 30 paise per litre, taking its price from Rs399.34 ...
- **ARY News (English)** — [Petrol, diesel prices increased, OGRA notification issued](https://arynews.tv/petrol-diesel-prices-increased-ogra-notification-issued) · 2 Oct 2026, 11:38 PM PKT · 77% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The price of high-speed diesel has been increased by 30 paisas per litre, with its new price set at Rs399.64 per litre.
- **Profit** — [Govt raises petrol by Rs2.10, diesel by Re0.30 per litre](https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2026/10/02/govt-raises-petrol-by-rs210-diesel-by-re030-per-litre) · 2 Oct 2026, 11:23 PM PKT · 84% identical wording to the newest filing
  > Petrol rises to Rs392.76 and HSD to Rs399.64 per litre for October 3-5
- **Pakistan Observer** — [Petrol Price nears Rs393 in Pakistan as Govt unveils New Rates for weekend](https://pakobserver.net/petrol-price-nears-rs393-in-pakistan-as-govt-unveils-new-rates-for-weekend/) · 2 Oct 2026, 11:21 PM PKT · 67% identical wording to the newest filing
  > ISLAMABAD — Pakistanis are facing another hit at petrol pumps, as petrol and high-speed diesel prices set to rise again…
- **BOL News** — [Federal govt raises petrol and diesel prices again](https://bolnews.com/business/federal-govt-raises-petrol-and-diesel-prices-again) · 2 Oct 2026, 11:18 PM PKT · 74% identical wording to the newest filing
  > Petrol prices have been raised by Rs2.10 per liter, taking the new price to Rs392.76 per liter.
- **Minute Mirror** — [Petrol price rises by Rs2.10, diesel by 30 paisa](https://minutemirror.com.pk/petrol-price-rises-by-rs2-10-diesel-by-30-paisa-638854/) · 2 Oct 2026, 11:18 PM PKT · 82% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The government has increased petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) prices for the next three days, with the revised
- **Aaj News (English)** — [Govt raises petrol price by Rs2.10, HSD by Re0.30 per litre](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330475021/govt-raises-petrol-price-by-rs210-hsd-by-re030-per-litre) · 2 Oct 2026, 11:17 PM PKT · 76% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The federal government has increased the price of petrol by Rs2.10 per litre to Rs392.76 and high-speed diesel (HSD) by Re0.30 to Rs399.64 per litre from October 3 to 5, 2026. The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) revised the ex-depot prices of petroleum products under the government’s petroleum pricing mechanism, according to an announcement by the Petroleum Division. The revised prices ...
- **24 News HD** — [Govt raises petrol price by Rs2.10 per litre, high-speed diesel by Re0.30 per litre](https://www.24newshd.tv/02-Oct-2026/govt-raises-petrol-price-rs2-10-per-litre-high-speed-diesel-re0-30-per-litre) · 2 Oct 2026, 11:17 PM PKT · 75% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The government on Friday raised the price of petrol by Rs2.
- **Daily Pakistan (English)** — [Petrol Price jumps to Rs392.76 after Back-to-Back Hikes](https://en.dailypakistan.com.pk/02-Oct-2026/petrol-price-jumps-to-rs392-76-after-back-to-back-hikes) · 2 Oct 2026, 11:15 PM PKT · 75% identical wording to the newest filing
  > ISLAMABAD — Pakistani government on Friday raised the prices of both petrol and high-speed diesel for weekend. Under the latest revision announced by the Petroleum Division, the price of petrol has climbed by Rs2.10 per litre, reaching Rs392.76, while high-speed diesel (HSD) has gone up by 30 paisas to Rs399.64 per litre. The latest adjustment […]
- **Dawn** — [Govt raises petrol price by Rs2.10 per litre, high-speed diesel by Re0.30 per litre](https://www.dawn.com/news/2034287/govt-raises-petrol-price-by-rs210-per-litre-high-speed-diesel-by-re030-per-litre) · 2 Oct 2026, 11:12 PM PKT · 73% identical wording to the newest filing
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- **The Express Tribune** — [Govt increases petrol by Rs2.1, diesel by 30 paisas till Oct 5](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2632646/govt-increases-petrol-by-rs21-diesel-by-30-paisas-till-oct-5) · 2 Oct 2026, 6:06 PM PKT · 79% identical wording to the newest filing
  > Petrol price increases to Rs392.76 per litre, while HSD will cost Rs399.64 under daily price mechanism

### 1 Oct 2026 — Government adjusts petrol and diesel prices for October 2 (14 outlets)

> Most outlets reported the increase in petrol price by Rs3.26 per litre and the reduction in diesel price by Rs1.01 per litre, with the new rates effective from October 2. The coverage was largely uniform, with all excerpts stating the exact price changes and the effective date. A few outlets, such as Pakistan Observer, added brief contextual framing, noting the petrol price crossing the Rs390 mark again, but otherwise the framing and emphasis were consistent across the excerpts.

- Diesel: Rs399.34 (−Rs1.01) for 2 Oct 2026 — 4 of 14 outlets published this figure — all four agreed
- Petrol: Rs390.66 (+Rs3.26) for 2 Oct 2026 — 9 of 14 outlets published this figure — all nine agreed

Figures as reported by Pakistani outlets. HarZaviya is not a price source.

- **Dunya News** — [Govt increases petrol price by Rs3.26 per litre, reduces diesel by Rs1.01 per litre](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Business/975684-govt-increases-petrol-price-by-rs326-per-litre-reduces-diesel-by-rs1) · 2 Oct 2026, 5:44 AM PKT
  > According to the notification, the price of petrol has been fixed at Rs390.66 per litre, up from the previous rate following the Rs3.26 increase
- **Business Recorder** — [Petrol price up by Rs3.26, HSD’s cut by Rs1.01](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40442262/petrol-price-up-by-rs326-hsds-cut-by-rs101) · 2 Oct 2026, 5:20 AM PKT · 72% identical wording to the newest filing
  > ISLAMABAD: The ex-depot price of petrol has been increased by Rs 3.26 per litre to Rs 390.66, up from Rs 387.40 in the previous review. Conversely, High Speed Diesel (HSD) saw a drop of Rs 1.01 per litre, bringing its new price down to Rs 399.34 from Rs 400.35. Petroleum Division has revised fuel prices effective October 2 Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) states that the change in price ...
- **Minute Mirror** — [Petrol price jumps by Rs3.26 per litre](https://minutemirror.com.pk/petrol-price-jumps-by-rs3-26-per-litre-638470/) · 2 Oct 2026, 12:36 AM PKT · 80% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The federal government has raised the price of petrol by Rs3.26 per litre for October 2, while reducing the price of high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs1.01 per
- **Associated Press of Pakistan** — [Petrol price increased by Rs3.26 per litre, diesel reduced by Rs1.01](https://www.app.com.pk/national/petrol-price-increased-by-rs3-26-per-litre-diesel-reduced-by-rs1-01/) · 1 Oct 2026, 11:24 PM PKT · 81% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The government has increased the price of petrol by Rs3.26 per litre while reducing the price of high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs1.01, effective October 2.
- **Profit** — [Govt raises petrol price by Rs3.26, cuts diesel by Rs1.01](https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2026/10/01/govt-raises-petrol-price-by-rs326-cuts-diesel-by-rs101) · 1 Oct 2026, 11:08 PM PKT · 84% identical wording to the newest filing
  > Petrol rises to Rs390.66 per litre, HSD falls to Rs399.34 for October 2
- **Hum News English** — [Govt raises petrol price by Rs3.26 per litre, cuts diesel by Rs1.01](https://humenglish.com/latest/govt-raises-petrol-price-by-rs3-26-per-litre-cuts-diesel-by-rs1-01/) · 1 Oct 2026, 11:08 PM PKT · 82% identical wording to the newest filing
  > ISLAMABAD: The federal government has updated the rates for both petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) as Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) shared a notification. petrol saw an increase of Rs3.26 per litre, while diesel dropped by Rs1.01, the issued OGRA notification mentioned. Following the revision, petrol will now cost Rs390.66 per litre, up from Rs387.40, while diesel will be available a...
- **ARY News (English)** — [OGRA announces changes in petrol, diesel prices](https://arynews.tv/ogra-announces-changes-in-petrol-diesel-prices) · 1 Oct 2026, 11:07 PM PKT · 81% identical wording to the newest filing
  > According to the notification, petrol has been increased by Rs3.26 per litre, taking its new price to Rs390.66 per litre.
- **BOL News** — [Govt raises petrol price by Rs3.26, cuts diesel price by Rs1.01](https://bolnews.com/business/govt-raises-petrol-price-by-rs326-cuts-diesel-price-by-rs101) · 1 Oct 2026, 11:04 PM PKT · 80% identical wording to the newest filing
  > Pakistan raises petrol price by Rs3.26 per liter to Rs390.66 while cutting diesel price by Rs1.01 to Rs399.34, effective Oct. 2.
- **Pakistan Observer** — [Petrol Price crosses Rs390 Again with New Hike for October 2](https://pakobserver.net/petrol-price-crosses-rs390-again-with-new-hike-for-october-2/) · 1 Oct 2026, 11:02 PM PKT · 68% identical wording to the newest filing
  > ISLAMABAD – Another blow to Pakistanis as the government pushed petrol back above the Rs390-per-litre mark, while giving diesel users…
- **Aaj News (English)** — [Govt hikes petrol price, reduces diesel rate](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330474870/govt-hikes-petrol-price-reduces-diesel-rate) · 1 Oct 2026, 10:59 PM PKT · 81% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The federal government on Thursday increased the price of petrol by Rs3.26 per litre while reducing the price of high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs1.01 per litre, with the revised rates taking effect from October 2, 2026. According to the revised prices notified by the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA), petrol will cost Rs390.66 per litre, up from Rs387.40. The price of HSD has been reduced to...
- **Dawn** — [Govt raises petrol price by Rs3.26 per litre, reduces high-speed diesel rate by Rs1.01 per litre](https://www.dawn.com/news/2034025/govt-raises-petrol-price-by-rs326-per-litre-reduces-high-speed-diesel-rate-by-rs101-per-litre) · 1 Oct 2026, 10:53 PM PKT · 77% identical wording to the newest filing
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- **24 News HD** — [Petrol price increased by Rs3.26 per litre, diesel cut by Rs1.01](https://www.24newshd.tv/01-Oct-2026/petrol-price-increased-rs3-26-per-litre-diesel-cut-rs1-01) · 1 Oct 2026, 10:51 PM PKT · 84% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The federal government has revised the ex-depot prices of petroleum products, increasing the price of petrol by Rs3.
- **Daily Pakistan (English)** — [Petrol Price in Pakistan Jumps by Rs3.26 to Rs390.66 per litre](https://en.dailypakistan.com.pk/01-Oct-2026/petrol-price-in-pakistan-jumps-by-rs3-26-to-rs390-66-per-litre) · 1 Oct 2026, 10:51 PM PKT · 71% identical wording to the newest filing
  > ISLAMABAD – Pakistani government jacked up petrol price for October 2, with petrol becoming costlier by Rs3.26 per litre while the price of high-speed diesel (HSD) has been reduced by Rs1.01 per litre. A press release issued by the Ministry of Energy’s Petroleum Division on Thursday, October 1, said Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) […]
- **The Express Tribune** — [Govt increases petrol by Rs3.26, cuts diesel by Rs1.01 for Oct 2](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2632477/govt-increases-petrol-by-rs326-cuts-diesel-by-rs101-for-oct-2) · 1 Oct 2026, 5:47 PM PKT · 81% identical wording to the newest filing
  > Petrol price increases to Rs390.66 per litre, while HSD will cost Rs399.34 under daily price mechanism

### 30 Sep 2026 — Government reduces petrol and diesel prices for October 1 (13 outlets)

> Most outlets reported the price cuts for petrol and diesel, with a focus on the amounts reduced and the new prices effective from October 1. The majority mentioned petrol being reduced by 14 paisas (or Rs0.14) and diesel by Rs1.89, with the new rates set at Rs387.40 and Rs400.35 per litre, respectively. A few outlets, such as Daily Pakistan (English), briefly noted the broader context of fuel prices not being "sky high" but did not elaborate further. The framing was largely uniform, with no significant variation in emphasis or additional context provided across the excerpts.

- Diesel: Rs400.35 (−Rs1.89) for 1 Oct 2026 — 6 of 13 outlets published this figure — all six agreed
- Petrol: Rs387.40 (−Rs0.14) for 1 Oct 2026 — 7 of 13 outlets published this figure — all seven agreed

Figures as reported by Pakistani outlets. HarZaviya is not a price source.

- **Dunya News** — [Petrol price cut by 14 paisa, diesel drops Rs1.89 per litre](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Business/975494-petrol-price-cut-by-14-paisa-diesel-drops-rs189-per-litre) · 1 Oct 2026, 6:45 AM PKT
  > The federal government has announced a marginal cut in petrol prices, while the reduction in high-speed diesel is more significant
- **Business Recorder** — [Petrol price reduced by 14 paise, HSD’s by Rs1.89](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40442095/petrol-price-reduced-by-14-paise-hsds-by-rs189) · 1 Oct 2026, 6:39 AM PKT · 73% identical wording to the newest filing
  > ISLAMABAD: The ex-depot petrol price has dropped by 14 paise to Rs387.40 per litre from Rs387.54 per litre, while High Speed Diesel (HSD) fell by Rs1.89 to Rs400.35 per litre from Rs402.24, effective for October 1. Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) states that the change in price is necessitated by global events including changes in Platts rates, premiums, incidentals etc. During last sev...
- **Daily Times** — [Govt cuts petrol by Rs 0.14, diesel by Rs 1.89](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1560782/govt-cuts-petrol-by-rs-0-14-diesel-by-rs-1-89/) · 1 Oct 2026, 4:09 AM PKT · 82% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The federal government on Wednesday cut the price of petrol by Rs 0.14 per litre to Rs387.40, and high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs 1.89 to Rs400.35 for October 1. Petrol went down from Rs 387.54, while HSD price was reduced from Rs 402.24. The Petroleum Division said the revised ex-depot prices were determined by the […]
- **Profit** — [Diesel down Rs1.89, petrol 14 paisa for Oct 1](https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2026/09/30/diesel-down-rs189-petrol-14-paisa-for-oct-1) · 30 Sep 2026, 11:40 PM PKT · 72% identical wording to the newest filing
  > HSD falls to Rs400.35 per litre, petrol to Rs387.40 under daily pricing mechanism
- **Associated Press of Pakistan** — [Petrol, diesel prices cut for October 1](https://www.app.com.pk/national/petrol-diesel-prices-cut-for-october-1/) · 30 Sep 2026, 11:26 PM PKT · 74% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The federal government has reduced the prices of petroleum products for October 2026, with the revised rates taking effect from October 1, providing a marginal relief to consumers amid fluctuations in international oil markets.
- **ARY News (English)** — [Petrol price cut by 14 paisas, diesel by Rs1.89 for October 1](https://arynews.tv/petrol-price-cut-by-14-paisas-diesel-by-rs1-89-for-october-1) · 30 Sep 2026, 11:22 PM PKT · 80% identical wording to the newest filing
  > According to the notification, the price of petrol has been reduced by 14 paisas per litre, bringing the new price to Rs387.40 per litre.
- **BOL News** — [Federal govt cuts petrol and diesel prices](https://www.bolnews.com/business/federal-govt-cuts-petrol-and-diesel-prices-1) · 30 Sep 2026, 11:19 PM PKT · 80% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The price of high-speed diesel was cut by Rs1.89 per liter to Rs400.35 per liter, the notification said.
- **Pakistan Observer** — [Petrol Price in Pakistan gets lower for First Day of October](https://pakobserver.net/petrol-price-in-pakistan-gets-lower-for-first-day-of-october/) · 30 Sep 2026, 11:04 PM PKT · 62% identical wording to the newest filing
  > ISLAMABAD — Pakistan is stepping into October with fresh change in fuel prices, bringing some relief at petrol stations but…
- **Aaj News (English)** — [Govt cuts petrol by Rs0.14, diesel by Rs1.89](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330474712/govt-cuts-petrol-by-rs014-diesel-by-rs189) · 30 Sep 2026, 10:58 PM PKT · 80% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The federal government on Wednesday cut the price of petrol by Rs0.14 per litre and high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs1.89 per litre for October 1, Petrol will now cost Rs387.40 per litre, down from Rs387.54, while HSD will be available at Rs400.35 per litre, compared with Rs402.24 previously. The revised prices will take effect from October 1, 2026 and remain applicable throughout the month. The Pe...
- **Hum News English** — [Petrol price cut by Rs0.14, diesel by Rs0.89 per litre](https://humenglish.com/latest/petrol-price-cut-by-rs0-14-diesel-by-rs0-89-per-litre/) · 30 Sep 2026, 10:54 PM PKT · 79% identical wording to the newest filing
  > ISLAMABAD: The federal government has reduced the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD), according to a notification issued by the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA). The price of petrol has been cut by Rs0.14 per litre, while the price of HSD has been reduced by Rs0.89 per litre. Following the reduction, petrol will be available at Rs387.40 per litre, while the new price of HSD has...
- **24 News HD** — [Govt cuts petrol by 14 paisas, diesel by Rs1.89 per litre](https://www.24newshd.tv/30-Sep-2026/govt-cuts-petrol-14-paisas-diesel-rs1-89-per-litre) · 30 Sep 2026, 10:50 PM PKT · 86% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The federal government has reduced the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel, with the revised rates taking effect from October 1, 2026.
- **Daily Pakistan (English)** — [Petrol Price gets 0.14-Paisa Cut as Diesel falls below Rs401 for Oct 1](https://en.dailypakistan.com.pk/30-Sep-2026/petrol-price-gets-0-14-paisa-cut-as-diesel-falls-below-rs401-for-oct-1) · 30 Sep 2026, 10:44 PM PKT · 79% identical wording to the newest filing
  > ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s fuel market is heading into October with no sky high fuel prices as the government announced fresh cut in petrol and high-speed diesel rates, though the relief for petrol users remains extremely limited. Diesel price has been slashed by Rs1.89 per litre, while petrol has become cheaper by just 14 paisas per […]
- **The Express Tribune** — [Govt decreases petrol by 14 paisas, diesel by Rs1.89 for Oct 1](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2632297/govt-decreases-petrol-by-14-paisas-diesel-by-rs189-for-oct-1) · 30 Sep 2026, 5:50 PM PKT · 80% identical wording to the newest filing
  > Petrol price decreases to Rs387.40 per litre, while HSD will cost Rs400.35

### 29 Sep 2026 — Government reduces petrol and diesel prices for September 30 (14 outlets)

> Most outlets reported the exact amount of the price cuts — petrol by Rs1.49 and diesel by Rs2.73 — and the new rates, with several noting the reduction as a relief for consumers. A few also highlighted that this was the second price cut in a week or on consecutive days. The framing was largely uniform, with slight variations in emphasis: some led with the government's action, while others focused on the impact on consumers. All excerpts used the exact figures provided in the Petroleum Division notification.

- Petrol: Rs387.54 (−Rs1.49) for 30 Sep 2026 — 8 of 14 outlets published this figure — all eight agreed
- Diesel: Rs402.24 (−Rs2.73) for 30 Sep 2026 — 4 of 14 outlets published this figure — all four agreed

Figures as reported by Pakistani outlets. HarZaviya is not a price source.

- **Dunya News** — [Petrol price cut by Rs1.49, diesel drops Rs2.73 per litre](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Business/975316-petrol-price-cut-by-rs149-diesel-drops-rs273-per-litre) · 30 Sep 2026, 8:57 AM PKT
  > Under the latest revision, motorists will pay Rs387.54 per litre for petrol and Rs402.24 per litre for diesel from September 30.
- **Business Recorder** — [Petrol price cut by Rs1.49, HSD’s by Rs2.73](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40441904/petrol-price-cut-by-rs149-hsds-by-rs273) · 30 Sep 2026, 7:18 AM PKT · 72% identical wording to the newest filing
  > ISLAMABAD: In its daily review, the government on Tuesday reduced the petroleum prices for September 30. According to an official notification, the ex-depot petrol price has dropped by Rs1.49 to Rs387.54 per litre from Rs389.03. Meanwhile the price of High Speed Diesel (HSD) fell by Rs2.73 to settle at Rs402.24 per litre from Rs404.97. The Petroleum Division has announced lower ex-depot prices ...
- **Profit** — [Govt cuts petrol by Rs1.49, diesel by Rs2.73 per litre](https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2026/09/29/govt-cuts-petrol-by-rs149-diesel-by-rs273-per-litre) · 29 Sep 2026, 11:34 PM PKT · 84% identical wording to the newest filing
  > Petrol falls to Rs387.54 per litre, HSD to Rs402.24 from September 30
- **The Nation** — [Petrol price cut by Rs1.49, diesel by Rs2.73 per litre](https://www.nation.com.pk/29-Sep-2026/petrol-price-cut-rs1-49-diesel-rs2-73-per-litre) · 29 Sep 2026, 11:27 PM PKT · 90% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The government has reduced petrol and diesel prices under the latest fuel-price revision, with the new rates set to take effect from September 30, 2026.
- **ARY News (English)** — [Petrol price cut by Rs1.49 per litre, new price set at Rs387.54](https://arynews.tv/petrol-price-cut-by-rs1-49-per-litre-new-price-set-at-rs387-54) · 29 Sep 2026, 11:22 PM PKT · 75% identical wording to the newest filing
  > According to the notification issued by the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA), the petrol price has been reduced by Rs1.49 per litre.
- **24 News HD** — [Govt cuts petrol price by Rs1.49, diesel by Rs2.73 per litre](https://www.24newshd.tv/29-Sep-2026/govt-cuts-petrol-price-rs1-49-diesel-rs2-73-per-litre) · 29 Sep 2026, 11:16 PM PKT · 81% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The federal government has reduced the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel for consumers, with the revised rates taking effect from September 30, 2026.
- **Minute Mirror** — [Petrol, diesel prices cut for September 30](https://minutemirror.com.pk/petrol-diesel-prices-cut-for-september-30-637482/) · 29 Sep 2026, 11:15 PM PKT · 75% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The federal government has reduced the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) for September 30, offering motorists a slight relief at the pumps
- **BOL News** — [Petrol, diesel prices reduced in Pakistan](https://www.bolnews.com/business/petrol-diesel-prices-reduced-in-pakistan-1) · 29 Sep 2026, 11:04 PM PKT · 72% identical wording to the newest filing
  > Pakistan cuts petrol price by Rs1.49/liter to Rs387.54. Diesel prices also reduced. Get the latest fuel rates impacting Pakistani consumers now.
- **Hum News English** — [Petrol price cut by Rs1.49, diesel by Rs2.73 per litre](https://humenglish.com/latest/petrol-price-cut-by-rs1-49-diesel-by-rs2-73-per-litre/) · 29 Sep 2026, 11:03 PM PKT · 75% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The federal government has reduced the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD), according to a notification issued by the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA). The price of petrol has been cut by Rs1.49 per litre, while the price of HSD has been reduced by Rs2.73 per litre. Following the reduction, petrol will be available at Rs387.54 per litre, while the new price of HSD has been fixed...
- **Aaj News (English)** — [Govt cuts petrol, diesel prices for second straight day](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330474566/govt-cuts-petrol-diesel-prices-for-second-straight-day) · 29 Sep 2026, 10:58 PM PKT · 74% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The government has reduced petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) prices for the second straight day, cutting petrol by Rs1.49 per litre and diesel by Rs2.73. According to a Petroleum Division notification issued on Tuesday, the new price of petrol has been set at Rs387.54 per litre, while HSD will cost Rs402.24 per litre. The revised prices will be effective for Wednesday, September 30, 2026, only...
- **ProPakistani** — [Petrol, Diesel Get Cheaper Again](https://propakistani.pk/2026/09/29/petrol-diesel-get-cheaper-again/) · 29 Sep 2026, 10:53 PM PKT · 64% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The federal government has decided to decrease the prices of motor spirit (MS) petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) for the… Read More
- **Daily Pakistan (English)** — [Petrol, Diesel Prices in Pakistan cut for Second Time this Week](https://en.dailypakistan.com.pk/29-Sep-2026/petrol-diesel-prices-in-pakistan-cut-for-second-time-this-week) · 29 Sep 2026, 10:49 PM PKT · 70% identical wording to the newest filing
  > ISLAMABAD – Pakistanis get another cut in fuel prices as the government announced fresh cuts in the rates of petrol and high-speed diesel for last day of September. According to the latest Petroleum Division notification, the price of petrol has been reduced by Rs1.49 per litre, bringing the new rate to Rs387.54 per litre. The […]
- **Pakistan Observer** — [New Petrol, Diesel Prices in Pakistan for September 30](https://pakobserver.net/new-petrol-diesel-prices-in-pakistan-for-september-30/) · 29 Sep 2026, 10:49 PM PKT · 69% identical wording to the newest filing
  > ISLAMABAD – Petrol and diesel prices have been cut again in Pakistan, giving inflation-weary Pakistanis another dose of relief as…
- **The Express Tribune** — [Govt decreases petrol by Rs1.49, diesel by Rs2.73 for Sept 30](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2632106/govt-decreases-petrol-by-rs149-diesel-by-rs273-for-sept-30) · 29 Sep 2026, 5:59 PM PKT · 79% identical wording to the newest filing
  > Petrol price decreases to Rs387.54 per litre, while HSD will cost Rs402.24

### 28 Sep 2026 — Government reduces petrol and diesel prices effective September 29 (14 outlets)

> Most outlets led with the government’s reduction in petrol and diesel prices, specifying the exact amounts (Rs2.27 and Rs3.56 per litre, respectively) and the effective date, September 29. Several also included the updated prices (Rs389.03 for petrol and Rs404.97 for HSD). A few outlets, such as Daily Times and ProPakistani, highlighted the context of a new daily review system or mentioned the source of the notification (e.g., OGRA). The framing remained largely consistent, with slight variations in emphasis on the pricing mechanism or the authority issuing the notification.

- Petrol: Rs389.03 (−Rs2.27) for 29 Sep 2026 — 7 of 14 outlets published this figure — six agreed, one differed
- Diesel: Rs404.97 (−Rs3.56) for 29 Sep 2026 — 6 of 14 outlets published this figure — all six agreed

Figures as reported by Pakistani outlets. HarZaviya is not a price source.

- **Daily Times** — [Govt cuts petrol price by Rs 2.27 a litre, diesel’s by Rs 3.56](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1559873/govt-cuts-petrol-price-by-rs-2-27-a-litre-diesels-by-rs-3-56/) · 29 Sep 2026, 5:27 AM PKT
  > The government on Monday decreased the price of petrol by Rs2.27 per litre and that of high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs3.56 per litre. Following the revision, petrol will retail at Rs389.03 per litre, while HSD will cost Rs404.97 per litre. The government continues to levy Rs114 per litre in taxes and duties on petrol and […]
- **Business Recorder** — [Petrol price cut by Rs2.27, HSD’s by Rs3.56](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40441721/petrol-price-cut-by-rs227-hsds-by-rs356) · 29 Sep 2026, 4:56 AM PKT · 78% identical wording to the newest filing
  > ISLAMABAD: The ex-depot prices of petrol has decreased by Rs 2.27 per litre from Rs 391.30 to Rs 389.03 per litre while High Speed Diesel (HSD) dropped by Rs 3.56 per litre to settle at Rs 404.97 per litre effective for September 29. The Petroleum Division has announced lower ex-depot prices for petrol and HSD, based on the working of the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) using a seven-wo...
- **Associated Press of Pakistan** — [Petrol, diesel prices reduced by Rs2.27 and Rs3.56 per litre](https://www.app.com.pk/national/petrol-diesel-prices-reduced-by-rs2-27-and-rs3-56-per-litre/) · 28 Sep 2026, 11:46 PM PKT · 88% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The government on Monday reduced the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs2.27 and Rs3.56 per litre, respectively, with effect from September 29, 2026.
- **ARY News (English)** — [Petrol and diesel become cheaper as OGRA issues new rates](https://arynews.tv/petrol-and-diesel-become-cheaper-as-ogra-issues-new-rates) · 28 Sep 2026, 11:41 PM PKT · 73% identical wording to the newest filing
  > According to the notification, the price of petrol has been reduced by Rs2.27 per litre, bringing the new price to Rs389.03 per litre.
- **Pakistan Observer** — [Petrol Price Cut by Rs2.27, Diesel by Rs3.56 Per Litre](https://pakobserver.net/petrol-price-cut-by-rs2-27-diesel-by-rs3-56-per-litre/) · 28 Sep 2026, 11:26 PM PKT · 90% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The federal government on Monday cut the price of petrol by Rs2.27 and high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs3.56 per litre. …
- **Daily Pakistan (English)** — [Petrol price in Pakistan falls to Rs389.03, Diesel at Rs404.97 in Fresh Price adjustment](https://en.dailypakistan.com.pk/28-Sep-2026/petrol-price-in-pakistan-falls-to-rs389-03-diesel-at-rs404-97-in-fresh-price-adjustment) · 28 Sep 2026, 11:11 PM PKT · 79% identical wording to the newest filing
  > ISLAMABAD – Pakistani government on Mondaty axed petroleum prices, cutting petrol by Rs2.27 per litre and high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs3.56 per litre, with the new rates coming into effect from September 29. Under the revised pricing, petrol will now be sold at Rs389.03 per litre, down from Rs391.30, while the price of HSD has […]
- **Profit** — [Govt cuts petrol by Rs2.27, diesel by Rs3.56 per litre](https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2026/09/28/govt-cuts-petrol-by-rs227-diesel-by-rs356-per-litre) · 28 Sep 2026, 11:07 PM PKT · 88% identical wording to the newest filing
  > Petrol falls to Rs389.03 per litre, HSD to Rs404.97 as revised prices take effect from September 29
- **Hum News English** — [Petrol, diesel prices cut by Rs2.27, Rs3.56 per litre](https://humenglish.com/latest/petrol-diesel-prices-cut-by-rs2-27-rs3-56-per-litre/) · 28 Sep 2026, 11:02 PM PKT · 85% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The federal government has reduced the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD), according to a new notification issued by the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA). The price of petrol has been reduced by Rs2.27 per litre, while the price of HSD has been cut by Rs3.56 per litre. Following the reduction, petrol will now be available at Rs389.30 per litre, while the price of HSD has been f...
- **ProPakistani** — [Petrol and Diesel Prices Reduced](https://propakistani.pk/2026/09/28/petrol-and-diesel-prices-reduced/) · 28 Sep 2026, 11:00 PM PKT · 74% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The federal government has decided to decrease the prices of motor spirit (MS) petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) for the… Read More
- **BOL News** — [Federal govt cuts petrol and diesel prices](https://us.bolnews.com/business/federal-govt-cuts-petrol-and-diesel-prices) · 28 Sep 2026, 11:00 PM PKT · 78% identical wording to the newest filing
  > According to an official notification, the price of diesel has been cut by Rs3.56 per liter, bringing the new price to Rs404.97 per liter.
- **Dawn** — [Govt reduces petrol price by Rs2.27 per litre, high-speed diesel rate by Rs3.56](https://www.dawn.com/news/2033319/govt-reduces-petrol-price-by-rs227-per-litre-high-speed-diesel-rate-by-rs356) · 28 Sep 2026, 10:58 PM PKT · 95% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The government on Monday decreased the price of petrol by Rs2.27 per litre and that of high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs3.56 per litre. Following the revision, petrol will retail at Rs389.03 per litre, while HSD will cost Rs404.97 per litre. The government continues to levy Rs114 per litre in taxes and duties on petrol and Rs100 per litre on diesel. According to the Petroleum Division’s notificatio...
- **Aaj News (English)** — [Govt cuts petrol by Rs2.27, diesel by Rs3.56 per litre](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330474407/govt-cuts-petrol-by-rs227-diesel-by-rs356-per-litre) · 28 Sep 2026, 10:56 PM PKT · 90% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The government has reduced the price of petrol by Rs2.27 per litre to Rs389.03 and high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs3.56 to Rs404.97 per litre, effective September 29, 2026. According to a Petroleum Division notification issued on Monday, the price of HSD has been reduced from Rs408.53 to Rs404.97 per litre, while the price of motor spirit (petrol) has been cut from Rs391.30 to Rs389.03 per litre. ...
- **24 News HD** — [Govt cuts petrol price by Rs2.27, diesel by Rs3.56 per litre](https://www.24newshd.tv/28-Sep-2026/govt-cuts-petrol-price-rs2-27-diesel-rs3-56-per-litre) · 28 Sep 2026, 10:56 PM PKT · 87% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The federal government has reduced the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel for consumers, with the revised rates taking effect from September 29, 2026.
- **The Express Tribune** — [Govt decreases petrol by Rs2.27, diesel by Rs3.56 for Sept 29](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2631911/govt-decreases-petrol-by-rs227-diesel-by-rs356-for-sept-29) · 28 Sep 2026, 4:59 PM PKT · 84% identical wording to the newest filing
  > Petrol price decreases to Rs389.03 per litre, while HSD will cost Rs404.97

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