Karachi International Conference Calls for Tackling Water, Flood Crisis in Pakistan

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MOU signed between Panjwani Hisaar Water Institute and University of Southern Punjab Karachi, October 29, 2025 – The 7th Karachi International Water Conference concluded featuring various sessions where distinguished speakers delved into critical subjects related to water crisis, and floods. Throughout the day, these experts dwelled on water-related challenges in the country and potential solutions to bring about a positive change. Day two started with a panel discussion on ‘Urban Drainage and Floods’ under the stream of Water for People. Chaired by Dr Sarosh Lodhi, it was moderated by Dr Noman…

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Sindh CM meets Meta delegation to discuss AI collaboration under Llama initiative

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KARACHI (Oct 30): Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah met with a delegation from Meta, led by its Director of Public Policy, South Asia, Sarim Aziz, to discuss the Sindh government’s collaboration with Meta on the Llama Large Language Model (LLM) initiative aimed at strengthening national artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities and promoting local innovation. Senior Minister Sharjeel Memon, Minister of Education Syed sardar Shah, Special Assistant to CM on IT Ali Rashid, PSCM Agha Wasif and Secretary IT Noor Samo also attended the meeting. The Meta delegation includes Ms…

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Wafi Energy Reports Rs3.03bn Profit, Expands Retail Network Across Pakistan

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KARACHI: Wafi Energy Pakistan Limited (WEPL) has announced a strong financial performance for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, posting a profit after tax of Rs3.03 billion — more than four times higher than the Rs724 million recorded in the same period last year. The growth reflects the company’s accelerated retail expansion, strategic investments, and strong demand across its fuel and lubricants businesses. According to the company, WEPL commissioned 28 new Shell-branded retail sites, upgraded seven existing locations, and added 12 Shell Select convenience stores nationwide. The company also…

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FFC Advances Shariah Compliance, Eyes Energy Diversification Through Coal Gasification

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Karachi, October 30, 2025 – Fauji Fertilizer Company Limited (FFC) shared key updates on its operational and financial performance during a corporate briefing on Tuesday, highlighting major progress toward full Shariah compliance, plans for energy diversification, and fertilizer demand projections through 2026. Company officials confirmed that FFC’s transition to a fully Shariah-compliant corporate structure is in advanced stages, with the process expected to be reflected in its upcoming quarterly statement. “The transition is progressing smoothly and is only a matter of time before completion,” the management stated. In a significant…

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Nepra’s ‘Collective Wisdom’ Questioned Over K-Electric Tariff Revision at Public Hearing

Islamabad, October 30, 2025 – The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) came under sharp scrutiny on Wednesday as participants at a public hearing questioned the regulator’s “collective wisdom” — a phrase often cited in its decisions — following its recent revised determination for K-Electric (KE), which reduced the utility’s supply tariff by Rs7.60 per unit, from Rs39.97/kWh to Rs32.37/kWh. The public hearing, chaired by Member (Law) Amina Ahmed and attended by Member (Development) Maqsood Anwar Khan and Member (Technical) Rafique Ahmad Shaikh (via Zoom), focused on the Fuel Charges…

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