LAHORE: The Punjab government has announced ambitious plans to advance solar energy initiatives across the province. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has directed the swift implementation of free solar energy schemes for citizens, with a major focus on converting government buildings to solar power by June. The renewable energy project aims to reduce reliance on conventional power sources while promoting sustainability.…
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LAHORE: The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has officially confirmed that 2024 is the hottest year ever recorded. According to the WMO report, the past decade (2015–2024) comprises the ten warmest years on record. Based on six international datasets, the last ten years have witnessed unprecedented temperature records. For the first time, the global average temperature exceeded the 1850–1900 baseline by…
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ISLAMABAD: In a decisive move to combat power theft and inefficiencies in Sindh’s power sector, the federal government has inducted officers from intelligence, investigation, and law enforcement agencies into the Sukkur Electric Power Company (Sepco). This initiative marks the first deployment of a Disco Support Unit (DSU) in Sindh, following prolonged political and bureaucratic resistance. A notification from the power…
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The Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL), Pakistan’s largest exploration and production (E&P) firm, has reappointed Ahmed Hayat Lak as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO) for a three-year term. The announcement was shared via a notice to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Thursday. “This is to inform that the Board of Directors of the…
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KARACHI: Experts have raised alarms over the environmental impact of coal mining in Tharparkar, Sindh, highlighting its role in increasing lightning strikes in the region. Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from coal mining and power plants are driving localized warming and atmospheric humidity, contributing to severe weather anomalies, according to a study launched on Friday by the Policy Research Institute for…
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ISLAMABAD: Korean investors have raised concerns with Pakistani Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan regarding delays and issues affecting development projects in Pakistan during his visit to South Korea. Executive Director UM Sung-Yong of the EDC Operation Group at Korea Eximbank outlined the status of ongoing projects, detailing processes of approval, scrutiny, and execution. He acknowledged the efficient handling of projects…
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ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has announced revised Regasified Liquefied Natural Gas (RLNG) prices for January, reflecting a slight decrease for Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Ltd (SNGPL) and an increase for Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGCL), amidst record-high system losses. Karachi-based SSGCL, serving Sindh and Balochistan, saw its system losses surge to 16.16% from 13% last month.…
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ISLAMABAD: The Oil & Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has initiated an investigation into complaints of overcharging for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) by Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Ltd (SNGPL). Consumer Rights Advocacy (CRA), an Islamabad-based non-profit organization, reported to OGRA that SNGPL was selling LPG cylinders at Rs3,253, exceeding the maximum notified price of Rs2,953.36 for an 11.8-kg cylinder set by…
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London: The UK is facing a critical gas shortage, with reserves expected to last less than a week due to increased demand caused by severe cold weather. This warning was issued by Centrica, the parent company of British Gas. However, the government has assured that the country currently has sufficient gas to meet demand and is closely monitoring reserves. A…
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