Pakistan, Oct. 25 -- A fresh wave of inflation has hit Pakistan following an increase in liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) prices. The rising costs have pushed up prices of essential food items, including flour, chicken, vegetables, meat and pulses.

Consumers in several cities are facing higher grocery bills as flour and pulses have become Rs50 more expensive. Chicken prices have also increased by Rs100 per kilogram. The latest price hikes have added to the financial pressure on households already struggling with rising living costs.

Meanwhile, LPG supplies have become difficult to find in Lahore, where many shops have reportedly closed. In other cities, LPG prices range between Rs550 and Rs650. The increase has raised concerns among consum...