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
Print Hydroelectric sector: Wapda challenges Nepra’s tariff determination ISLAMABAD: Water and Power Development Authority (Wapda) has challenged National Electric Power Regulatory AUTHOIRTY... Updated 14 Nov, 2023 08:51am
Print Nepra appellate tribunal officials: Panel formed on conversion of pay scales ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar has constituted a four-member panel on conversion of the pay... Updated 11 Nov, 2023 08:55am
Markets Nepra grants transmission licence to Punjab Grid Company Ltd ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has granted transmission licence to Punjab Grid... Published 09 Nov, 2023 05:38am
Markets World Bank -funded Sindh solar energy project remains delayed ISLAMABAD: The implementation of the Sindh solar energy project funded by the World Bank remains delayed with the... Published 09 Nov, 2023 05:38am
Markets NTDC says ‘brain drain’ exacting a toll on network operations ISLAMABAD: National Transmission and Despatch Company (NTDC) is reportedly facing brain drain due to which National... Published 09 Nov, 2023 05:38am
Print Insulating IPPs from úndue’ deductions: OICCI urges Nepra to amend its rules ISLAMABAD: Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) has urged National Electric Power Regulatory... Updated 09 Nov, 2023 03:52pm
Print FCA for Sep 23: Nepra allows Discos Re0.4/unit tariff hike ISLAMABAD; National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has notified positive adjustment of Paisa 40 per... Updated 09 Nov, 2023 10:20am
Markets World Bank -funded Sindh solar energy project still faces delay ISLAMABAD: The implementation of the Sindh solar energy project funded by the World Bank remains delayed with the... Published 09 Nov, 2023 05:38am
Editorials Discos’ infrastructure needs EDITORIAL: The Asian Development Bank’s (ADB’s) revelation that “significant investment is required in ... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Print SIFC body zeroes in on RE projects Executive Committee of Special Investment Facilitation Council constitutes an inter-ministerial panel Updated 08 Nov, 2023 10:06am
Print Centre doubts ability of provinces to run Discos credibly Power Division has been directed to move a summary to scrap the decision regarding provincialisation of power Distribution Companies Updated 07 Nov, 2023 09:59am
Opinion Crisis is the moment for home-grown solutions Containment of fiscal deficit should be and is the first priority. In this respect extensive data released on Q1... Updated 06 Nov, 2023 06:11am
Print Power distribution: Nepra hints at approving licence to Bahria Town ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) on Thursday hinted at approving power... Updated 03 Nov, 2023 09:37am
Print NTDC urges Nepra to release withheld amount ISLAMABAD: National Transmission and Despatch Company (NTDC) on Wednesday urged National Electric Power Regulatory... Updated 02 Nov, 2023 10:00am
Print Recoveries under QTA: Discos seek positive adjustment of Rs1.7 per unit ISLAMABAD: The power Distribution Companies (DISCOs) have sought positive adjustment of Rs 1.7 per unit to recover... Updated 31 Oct, 2023 09:50am
Editorials Power planning conundrum EDITORIAL: There is utter confusion on the future course of power sector planning. Earlier this week, Nepra ... Published 30 Oct, 2023 05:24am
Print Nepra ‘baffled’ by Discos’ power acquisition programme ISLAMABAD: The Power Distribution Companies (Discos) combined five-year Power Acquisition Program (PAP) 2022-23 to... Updated 25 Oct, 2023 09:05am
Opinion IGCEP: Managing uncertainties Pakistan formally adopted the Integrated Generation Capacity Expansion Plan (IGCEP) in 2020 to strengthen and... Updated 24 Oct, 2023 05:55am
Markets 470MW Lower Spat Gah Hydropower Project: Nepra is said to have accepted tariff application ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) is said to have accepted tariff application of... Published 24 Oct, 2023 05:05am
Print Govt braces itself for first review of SBA All ministries/ divisions and entities share required data with the Finance Division for onward submission to the IMF, before the first review formally starts Updated 24 Oct, 2023 10:03am
Business & Finance SEL seeks refund of $3.5m encashed bank guarantee ISLAMABAD: M/s Siddiqsons Energy Limited (SEL) has sought refund of encashed bank guarantee proceeds of $ 3.5 ... Published 24 Oct, 2023 05:05am
Markets Grid station energised to facilitate industrial units PESHAWAR: A 132KV Grid Station has been formally energized in Hattar Special Economic Zone to provide uninterrupted... Published 23 Oct, 2023 05:58am
Print Nepra warns PR, power cos of action ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has warned legal action against Pakistan... Updated 22 Oct, 2023 10:27pm
Opinion Clear message of no more business as usual-II Fuel market requires a paradigm change. Not subtly but by disruption aimed at creating an upheaval, leading to a... Updated 20 Oct, 2023 06:31am
Print Negative adjustment of Rs357m in QTA: Nepra puts its decision on KE’s request on hold ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) on Thursday decided to hold decision on... Updated 20 Oct, 2023 10:06am
Business & Finance September FCA: CPPA-G seeks 55 paisa positive adjustment in Discos’ tariffs ISLAMABAD: The Central Power Purchasing Agency-Guaranteed (CPPA-G) has sought positive adjustment of paisa 55 per... Published 20 Oct, 2023 05:17am
BR Research Power sector planning critical to sustainability Pakistan’s energy sector (especially power) is facing a trilemma of affordability, access, and sustainability, and... Published 18 Oct, 2023 08:39am
Behind the screens: SECP probe into State Life’s equity investment process opens Pandora’s box at PSX?
Behind the screens: SECP probe into State Life’s equity investment process opens Pandora’s box at PSX?