LESCO
LAHORE: The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) continues its vigorous anti-power theft campaign, successfully identifying 449 individuals involved in electricity theft over the last 24 hours. Among those caught, 28 individuals have been arrested. According to a LESCO spokesperson, cases have been registered against 149 of the offenders, and all
Owais Leghari
ISLAMABAD, Aug 06: Speaking during a meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on Energy, chaired by Mohsin Aziz, Leghari highlighted the dramatic escalation in IPP costs. He announced that the government will cease purchasing electricity in the future, leaving consumers to buy power directly. During the meeting, committee chairman Mohsin
electricity
ISLAMABAD, Aug 03: Federal government is set to implement a new measure to combat electricity theft, establishing separate police stations and courts dedicated to this issue, potentially adding to the public's burden following recent increases in electricity bills. A total of 8,769 specialized police stations and 497
Finance Ministry
Islamabad, Aug 03: The Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Energy have presented various suggestions to offer significant relief in electricity bills, sources report. Key proposals include a massive lump sum payment of up to 4 trillion rupees to cover capacity payment obligations. This move aims to consolidate payments to
Finance Minister
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan's Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and Energy Minister Owais Leghari achieved significant progress regarding imported coal power plants. Sources indicate that China has given the green light to convert three imported coal power plants to local coal, as these plants are currently generating the most expensive electricity
China’s Companies
ISLAMABAD: A Pakistani delegation has traveled to Beijing aiming to secure an extension on loans for the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and nuclear power plant projects, and to negotiate reduced interest rates. Despite these efforts, China's three major power companies have firmly rejected the possibility of renegotiating the
Power
ISLAMABAD – Pakistan is grappling with a staggering 38% increase in energy prices and a 62% rise in capacity charges, leading to significant tariff hikes. Experts at a panel discussion hosted by the Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) highlighted these pressing issues and suggested potential solutions, including the promotion of an
Power
ISLAMABAD, May 7: The Power Division, operating under the Ministry of Energy, has urgently demanded the immediate distribution of approximately 130 billion rupees in subsidy payments to K Electric and Azad Jammu and Kashmir. With the financial year drawing to a close, various ministries and divisions have compiled a series
Power
ISLAMABAD: The Central Power Authority (CPA) has requested the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) to increase the electricity price by Rs 2.94 per unit for the month of March. This request is part of the fuel price adjustment process. The CPA's data reveals a diverse mix
K-Electric
Karachi, K-Electric CEO, Monis Alvi, announced plans to incorporate affordable electricity into the grid within the next two years. Speaking with journalists on Friday, Alvi highlighted the company's commitment to integrating power generated from cost-effective renewable sources. This initiative will see K-Electric's system bolstered with a
gas slab discount
ISLAMABAD, Mar 26: The government has abolished the current tiered gas billing system with slabs and discounts, instead moving to a flat rate system for gas consumption. This change will impact domestic and industrial consumers alike, as everyone will be charged the same rate regardless of the amount of gas
electricity
Pakistan's power woes are set to worsen as the Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) has requested an increase in electricity prices by Rs 5 per unit. This hike, if approved by the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) on March 28th, would translate to an additional burden of
NEPRA
ISLAMABAD, Feb 27: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has unveiled a dire situation plaguing Pakistan's electricity distribution sector. The recently released NEPRA report delves into the financial woes experienced by the country's power distribution companies (DISCOs) during the fiscal year 2022-23. The report paints
solar power
HUNZA, Jan 20: Gigit-Baltistan government, In collaboration with the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), installed a 1 MW solar power plant in the Hunza district of Gilgit-Baltistan. This initiative, supported by a renowned solar company, aims to ensure an uninterrupted power supply for the region. Fostered through a public-private partnership,
NEPRA
Islamabad, Jan 16: The Nepra and Topline Research report explained that Pakistan's electricity production witnessed a significant 9% decline on an annual basis in December. The data revealed that the country generated 7,626 gigawatt hours of electricity during the month, marking a notable decrease from the 8,
Gas
LAHORE, : Punjab is reeling under a severe gas and power crisis, as shortages reach all-time highs and unannounced loadshedding throws daily life into disarray. The situation in Lahore, the provincial capital, exemplifies the broader challenges gripping the region. The gas shortfall in Punjab has soared to unprecedented levels, with demand