Bharat Petroleum Plans $11 Billion Refinery in Andhra Pradesh

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NEW DELHI: Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) has announced plans to invest approximately $11 billion in a state-of-the-art refinery and petrochemical complex in Andhra Pradesh, aiming to address surging fuel demand in India, the world’s fastest-growing major economy. “This is a significant opportunity for the refining sector as India’s primary energy demand is projected to grow three to four times…

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OGDCL Revives and Enhances Oil Production from Pasakhi-5 Well in Hyderabad, Sindh

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ISLAMABAD, December 26, 2024: Oil & Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL), Pakistan’s largest exploration and production company, has successfully revived and enhanced oil production from the Pasakhi-5 well, located in Hyderabad district of Sindh. The well is part of the Pasakhi Development & Production Lease (D&PL), with OGDCL holding a 100% working interest.As part of a strategic optimization initiative, OGDCL…

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Democracy thrives on dialogue: if dialogue can be initiated with an enemy country, why not with the perpetrators of May 9, says Murad Shah

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KARACHI (Dec 25): Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah stated that democracy thrives on dialogue, if we can engage in dialogue with an enemy country, then we should also engage with those involved in the May 9 incident, as we see them as Pakistani citizens. “It is important to address those who have been misled and help them change…

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Growatt Earns Top Brand PV Awards Across 15 Global Markets in 2024

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Growatt, a global leader in solar energy solutions, has once again solidified its position as a reliable and reputable brand in the renewable energy sector by winning the prestigious Top Brand PV Awards 2024 from EUPD Research. The company received this esteemed recognition in 15 markets, including South Africa, Africa, Nigeria, Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, Italy, UK, India, Pakistan, Poland, Netherlands,…

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Gold prices see major decline in Pakistan

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The price of 24-karat per tola gold decreased by Rs800 and was sold at Rs272,600 on Tuesday against its sale at Rs273,400 the previous day. The price of 10-gram 24-karat gold also decreased by Rs685 to Rs233,711 from Rs234,396 whereas that of 10-gram 22-karat gold declined to Rs214,235 from Rs214,863, the All Sindh Sarafa Jewellers Association reported. The prices of…

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China Breaks Ground on World’s Largest Compressed Air Energy Storage Project

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China’s Huaneng Group has commenced construction on the second phase of the Jintan Salt Cavern Compressed Air Energy Storage (CAES) project in Changzhou, Jiangsu province, setting a new benchmark in the global energy storage industry. Once completed, it will become the world’s largest CAES facility, boasting record-breaking advancements in power output and efficiency. The second phase will include two 350…

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KUFPEC Sells $60M Assets to PEL, Exits Pakistan’s Energy Sector

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ISLAMABAD: Kuwait Foreign Petroleum Exploration Company (KUFPEC) has officially exited Pakistan’s oil and gas sector by selling its key assets, valued at approximately $60 million, to Pakistan Exploration (Private) Limited (PEL). This marks the conclusion of KUFPEC’s operations in the country amidst growing challenges in the energy sector. A senior official from the Ministry of Energy revealed that mounting circular…

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Power Division Launches Inquiry into NTDC Over PSDP Scheme Deletion

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ISLAMABAD: The Power Division has initiated a fact-finding inquiry against the National Transmission and Despatch Company (NTDC) for the removal of development schemes, including the Electricity Distribution Efficiency Improvement Project (EDEIP), from the Public Sector Development Program (PSDP). This deletion has stalled consultant salaries and delayed new consultancy contracts since the start of the financial year, sources revealed. Special Secretary…

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Pakistan joins fossil-fuel non-proliferation coalition

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has joined a coalition of climate-vulnerable countries advocating for a global fossil-fuel non-proliferation treaty, which seeks an equitable transition away from coal, oil, and gas. The proposed treaty, designed to complement the Paris Agreement, emphasises the need for financial and technological support to ensure fair energy transitions for developing nations. Ranked among the top ten countries most vulnerable…

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Middle East share of India’s Nov oil imports at 9-mth high; Russia down

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NEW DELHI: India’s November crude imports showed Middle Eastern oil at a 9-month high while Russia accounted for its smallest share in three quarters, ship tracking data obtained from sources showed. Refiners in India have been gorging on cheaper Russian oil despite problems posed by sanctions aimed at reducing Moscow’s oil revenue to fund its war in Ukraine. The world’s…

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