ISLAMABAD: In response to public outcry and potential political backlash, the government has decided to roll back a previously approved 51% increase in electricity rates for protected consumers, meeting a ‘prior action’ required by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). On the prime minister’s instructions, a revised summary exempting protected consumers from the hike will be urgently reviewed by the federal…
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ISLAMABAD: In a bid to address the issue of delayed payments, K-Electric (KE) has sought the intervention of Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb to expedite the release of long-overdue funds from federal and provincial entities. KE CEO Syed Moonis Abdullah Alvi, along with CFO Muhammad Aamir Ghaziani and Chief Regulatory Affairs Muhammad Imran Qureshi, met with the finance minister to discuss…
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ISLAMABAD, July 08, 2024: Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) on Monday announced the successful revitalization of the Kunnar-11 well, located in Hyderabad, Sindh. Utilizing advanced production optimization techniques, the well is now producing 960 barrels of oil per day.The production optimization drive underscores OGDCL’s commitment to enhancing oil production through modern recovery methods. The Kunnar-11 well, part of…
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ISLAMABAD: SOCAR (State Oil Company of Azerbaijan Republic) has requested legislative guarantees from Islamabad to protect its investment in Pakistan, according to sources in the Petroleum Division. This request was highlighted during a recent meeting chaired by Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal, aimed at refining investment proposals for the upcoming visit of the Azerbaijani President. Prime…
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KARACHI: Mian Zahid Hussain, Chairman of FPCCI Advisory Board and President of the Pakistan Businessmen and Intellectuals Forum, has expressed deep concern over the recent increase in basic electricity tariffs and fixed charges, labeling them as unbearable for both the public and businesses. Hussain highlighted that the continuous rise in electricity prices is threatening livelihoods and undermining the rights of…
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ISLAMABAD: Local and international firms have pledged a $5 billion investment in Pakistan’s oil and gas exploration and production (E&P) sector over the next three years. This announcement was made during a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at PM House on Saturday. A delegation from the oil and gas sector informed the Prime Minister that the investment will…
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LAHORE / RAWALPINDI: Responding to increasing complaints of overbilling from protected electricity consumers, Minister for Interior and Narcotics Control Mohsin Naqvi has ordered immediate legal action against the officers and staff involved in this malpractice. In a press release issued on Sunday, the minister directed all FIA directors to address the injustices faced by electricity consumers using up to 200…
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LAHORE: The Ministry of Energy has expressed concern over the procurement of 132kV circuit breakers worth millions of rupees by distribution companies (Discos) from blacklisted firms via local suppliers. The ministry has directed all Discos to submit detailed reports on these transactions. This directive follows formal complaints from engineering associations within Gujranwala Electric Power Company (Gepco) and Multan Electric Power…
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In a world where access to education can often be a barrier to success, Haier is stepping up to make a difference. With a firm belief in the power of education to transform lives, Haier launched a groundbreaking CSR campaign aimed at empowering talented students with limited resources to reach their full potential. The concept is simple yet profound: Haier…
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