SPV 21 seeks govt help to assert its position regarding KE ISLAMABAD: Infrastructure Growth Capital Fund LP (IGCF) SPV 21 claims to own 53.8 per cent shares of KES Power... Updated 09 Dec, 2023 12:28pm
Print LSG Hydro Power Project: Nepra weighs up grant of concurrence application filed by Korean co ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) conducted a public hearing to deliberate the... Updated 08 Dec, 2023 10:02am
Print Conversion of plant to Thar coal: JPCL CEO asks PD to take informed decision ISLAMABAD: Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Jamshoro Power Company Limited (JPCL) has asked Power Division to take... Updated 08 Dec, 2023 10:05am
Editorials Electricity and gas rates EDITORIAL: The two regulators, National Electricity Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) and Oil and Gas Regulatory... Published 08 Dec, 2023 05:20am
Print Power sector: Nepra backs transition from Libor to ‘SOFR’ ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has supported indiscriminate transition from USD... Updated 07 Dec, 2023 09:15am
Opinion Insoluble dilemma of power forecasts? As the NTDC (National Transm-ission and Dispatch Company) and Power Division are progressing with the next IGCEP... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Print Commercial operation date: Nepra likely to grant Zorlu 4-month extension ISLAMABAD: National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) on Tuesday hinted at granting extension for four... Updated 06 Dec, 2023 08:43am
Print FCA mechanism: Discos’ tariff for Oct raised by Rs3 per unit ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has increased tariff of power Distribution... Updated 06 Dec, 2023 10:00am
Print KE only Disco using handheld device for meter reading: Nepra KARACHI: National Electricity Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has said that the KE is the only Disco that is using... Updated 06 Dec, 2023 09:28am
Markets Oct’23 FCA: NEPRA approves Rs3.07/unit hike for DISCOs Increase will not be applicable to K.Electric (KE) consumers, Electric Vehicle Charging Stations (EVCS), and lifeline consumers Published 05 Dec, 2023 09:34pm
Markets Expiry of initial PPA likely in 2028: LDPL approaches Nepra for inclusion in IGCEP for another 10-15 years ISLAMABAD: Liberty Daharki Power Limited (LDPL) has approached National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra)... Published 05 Dec, 2023 03:01am
Print Overbilling in violation of Nepra Act: All Discos including KE to face legal proceedings ISLAMABAD: While accusing Discos and K-Electric of massive overbilling to hide their inefficiencies, the National... Updated 05 Dec, 2023 09:35am
Business & Finance Electricity consumers 'overcharged' in July & August: NEPRA report Authority says it took 'serious notice' upon complaints reported in its offices from all over country regarding excessive, inflated, and wrong bills charged by distribution companies (Discos) Updated 05 Dec, 2023 03:02am
Markets Consumers of some Discos subsidise consumers of other other Discos: experts LAHORE: Consumers in distribution companies like IESCO, LESCO, FESCO, GEPCO and TESCO are subsidising consumers of... Published 03 Dec, 2023 02:59am
Print At the rate of Rs3.53/unit for Oct 2023: Nepra agrees to allow Discos to recover Rs32.7bn additional amount ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) on Wednesday agreed in principle, to allow... Updated 30 Nov, 2023 09:57am
Business & Finance KE’s tariff adjustment period: Nepra issues addendum to clarify its decision ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority has issued addendum to clarify its decision about... Published 30 Nov, 2023 04:53am
Opinion Envisioning Karachi’s energy future Karachi is seeing a surging energy demand due to its rapid expansion. Diverse industries and commercial activities... Updated 29 Nov, 2023 05:34am
Print Nepra reserves verdict on KE’s pleas for 20-year licences ISLAMABAD: National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) on Tuesday reserved determination on K-Electric’s... Updated 29 Nov, 2023 08:50am
Print UoSC/wheeling charges: Nepra reluctant to approve ‘heavy cost’ ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) on Tuesday showed reluctance to approve the... Updated 29 Nov, 2023 09:49am
BR Research On Nepra’s hearings There are two important NEPRA hearings taking place today which are interlinked and can provide more clarity and... Published 28 Nov, 2023 10:57am
Opinion IGCEP and Nepra mismatch in cost calculations A solid game plan for our energy needs is more than just a smart move; it is essential. Energy isn’t just another... Updated 28 Nov, 2023 05:26am
Opinion Wheeling charges: do or die On Tuesday 28th November, power regulator Nepra will hold a public hearing on the Discos’ petitions to determine a... Published 27 Nov, 2023 06:13am
Business & Finance HCSTSI chief says ‘frequent’ hikes in power tariffs hurting economy HYDERABAD: President Hyderabad Chamber of Small Traders and Small Industry Muhammad Farooq Shaikhani has said that... Published 27 Nov, 2023 06:13am
Markets Nepra approves Rs1.52 per unit surcharge on KE consumers ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has approved surcharge of Rs 1.52 per unit on KE... Updated 24 Nov, 2023 09:01am
Print Coal power project at Gwadar: Chinese firm shows ‘conditional’ willingness to commence work ISLAMABAD: Chinese firm, CIHC Pak Power Company (Pvt) Limited (CPPCL) is said to have shown willingness to commence... Updated 24 Nov, 2023 09:51am
Print NTDC unveils Rs510bn revised TIP ISLAMABAD: National Transmission and Despatch Company (NTDC) on Wednesday unveiled revised Transmission Investment... Updated 23 Nov, 2023 09:43am
Print CCoE all set to consider CTBCM final test run report ISLAMABAD: The Cabinet Committee on Energy (CCoE) is all set to consider Final Test Run Report of the long-awaited... Updated 22 Nov, 2023 10:07am
Opinion SOEs in Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) are a common feature in the economic landscapes of developing countries such as... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Opinion Power sector reforms Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 has had a profound effect on global energy markets. Price ... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Print Power adjustment: Govt seeks Rs1.25 per unit hike for Q1 ISLAMABAD: The government has requested an increase of Rs1.25 per unit on account of quarterly adjustment for the... Updated 15 Nov, 2023 08:46am