Year: 2025

PESHAWAR: Three major hydropower projects under the supervision of the Provincial Energy Development Organization (PEDO) are expected to start generating a combined 330 megawatts (MW) of electricity within the next two years, significantly boosting Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s power generation capacity. This was revealed by Secretary Energy and Power Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Mohammad Zubair Khan during his visit to the under-construction sites, accompanied by PEDO Chief Executive Officer Habibullah and Deputy Commissioner Swat Saleem Jan. The ongoing projects include the 84MW Gorkin Matiltan Hydropower Project, the 88MW Gabral Kalam Project, and the 36.6MW…

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LAHORE: The Lahore Electric Supply Company (Lesco) has intensified its recovery campaign, successfully reclaiming more than Rs267 million from electricity defaulters during September 2025, officials said on Sunday. According to Lesco, a total of Rs267.83 million was recovered, including Rs183.89 million from privately-run connections, while the remaining amount came from other defaulting consumers. Among all operational zones, the Kasur Circle led the drive, recovering Rs113.89 million from 4,091 defaulters, followed by the Central Circle, which secured Rs72.44 million from 1,564 consumers. The Eastern Circle ranked third with Rs35.68 million recovered…

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DOHA: In a strategic move to expand its global energy portfolio, Qatar Energy has reached an agreement with Shell to acquire a 27% participating interest in the North Cleopatra offshore block in Egypt, the company announced on Sunday. The agreement, which is subject to approval from Egyptian authorities, will see Shell retain a 36% stake and continue as the operator of the block. Chevron holds an equal 27% interest, while Tharwa Petroleum Company, an Egyptian oil and gas firm, maintains a 10% share. Located in the Herodotus Basin of the…

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PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening economic and strategic cooperation with Malaysia, emphasizing the need to “join hands” for mutually beneficial projects that combine the expertise and resources of both nations. Addressing a joint press conference with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in Putrajaya, PM Shehbaz expressed gratitude for the exceptionally warm welcome extended to him and his delegation, describing Malaysia as a “second home.” He praised PM Ibrahim’s vision and leadership for transforming Malaysia into a strong regional economy. “Pakistan wants to join…

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