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Sindh govt drives Technological and Economic Empowerment with PITP and CRAIB

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sindh goverment

SUKKUR (Dec 17): In a significant effort to promote technological innovation and economic empowerment, the Sindh Government, in collaboration with Sukkur IBA University, celebrated two transformative initiatives: the People’s Information Technology Programme (PITP) and the establishment of the Centre of Excellence in Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, and Blockchain (CRAIB). This was stated by Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah while speaking at the inaugural ceremony of the Science Lab and Creative Art Centre at the IBA Campus. He added that these programs underscore the provincial government’s commitment to uplifting communities,…

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Fatema Al Nuaimi Appointed as CEO of ADNOC Gas

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Abu Dhabi National Oil

DUBAI, Dec 17 (Reuters): ADNOC Gas, the gas subsidiary of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), has announced the appointment of Fatema Al Nuaimi as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2025. Al Nuaimi succeeds Ahmed Alebri, who is stepping down after nearly two years of leadership. Al Nuaimi, a seasoned energy industry professional, will oversee the implementation of ADNOC Gas’s ambitious business strategy, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency, expanding market presence, and driving sustainable growth. Her appointment underscores ADNOC’s commitment to fostering Emirati leadership and empowering women…

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Canal Closures from Dec 26: Power Sector to Rely on RLNG for Electricity Generation

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Power Sector

ISLAMABAD: The Indus River System Authority (IRSA) has announced canal closures from December 26, 2024, to January 30, 2025, to facilitate desilting operations in Punjab and Sindh’s irrigation networks. During this period, hydroelectric power generation will drop significantly, from the current 3,550 MW to less than 1,000 MW, due to reduced water releases from dams, according to the Ministry of Water Resources. To address the resulting power deficit, the Power Division will increase reliance on RLNG-based power plants. This shift will help stabilize the national gas transmission network by utilizing…

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Cost of Diamer-Bhasha Dam Rises by Rs570 Billion, Completion Delayed to 2032

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water resources

ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Water Resources informed the National Assembly on Monday that the cost of the Diamer-Bhasha Dam has surged to Rs1,049 billion, a sharp increase from the initially approved Rs479 billion. The dam’s completion, originally scheduled for February 2029, has been pushed to December 2032—a 22-month delay. During the question hour, the ministry attributed the cost escalation to various factors, including: Exchange Rate Impact: The dollar exchange rate increased from Rs105.3 in 2018 to Rs278.3, contributing Rs178 billion to the revised cost.Seismic Safety Enhancements: Design changes based on…

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Provincial Solar Panel Distribution Sparks Policy Challenges

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Floating Solar

ISLAMABAD: The widespread adoption of solar energy, driven by provincial government initiatives to provide free or subsidized solar panels to low-income households, has left policymakers grappling with its financial and systemic implications. The matter was recently highlighted in a power sector meeting chaired by the Prime Minister. The Sindh government plans to distribute solar panels to 200,000 households, while Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa aim to supply 100,000 each, and Balochistan targets 50,000. Additionally, wealthy individuals, agricultural users, and commercial and industrial entities are transitioning to solar due to soaring electricity…

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