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Pakistan seeks Swedish, EU Green fund assistance for EV conversion

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Minister for Power Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari has invited Sweden Green Fund to assist Pakistan’s small vehicles conversion into electric technology by providing technical and financial assistance. The Minister put the proposal in a meeting with Swedish Ambassador Alexandra Berg Von Linde, who called on him in Islamabad today. Elaborating about the proposal for conversion of existing fossil fuel vehicles specially motorcycles, the Minister said that currently there are over 30 million motorcycles in Pakistan. He said the people in that income group are very good in retiring loans. He…

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Planning for power

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Integrated economic planning for Pakistan’s power sector requires a comprehensive approach that addresses the multifaceted challenges faced by the sector today. At its core, this planning should aim to synchronise policies, investments, and operational decisions across all segments of the power sector – generation, transmission, and distribution – while aligning them with the broader objectives of economic growth, industrial competitiveness, and environmental sustainability. Holistic policy frameworks are essential for a unified direction for the power sector. For instance, the US’s Integrated Energy Policy mandates federal and state-level alignment of energy…

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Mari Energies Clarifies False News of Fire at Daharki Plant

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Mari Energies Limited has issued a clarification regarding the false news circulating on social media about a fire at their Daharki plant. The company has confirmed that no such incident has occurred at any of its sites. As a responsible and transparent organization, Mari Energies assures the public and stakeholders that their operations continue to adhere to the highest safety standards. In a statement, the company emphasized its commitment to transparency and will continue to provide accurate and timely information. MariEnergies has requested the relevant authorities to share this clarification…

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Consumers Likely to Receive Extended Installment Options for Electricity Bills

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Islamabad: Efforts are underway to ease the financial burden on electricity consumers across the country. The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has proposed allowing consumers to pay their electricity bills in multiple installments within a single fiscal year. This initiative aims to address consumer difficulties while balancing the revenue requirements of distribution companies (DISCOs). NEPRA has also recommended amendments to the Consumer Service Manual (CSM) and invited feedback from stakeholders within seven days regarding the proposed changes. According to the documents, consumers will not incur markup charges if the…

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Indian Foreign Minister: No Talks on Trade with Pakistan in the Past Year

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Washington: Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar stated during a press conference at the Indian Embassy in Washington on Wednesday that there have been no discussions on trade with Pakistan over the past year. He clarified that it was Pakistan, not India, that decided to halt trade back in 2019. Jaishankar added that India had granted Pakistan “Most Favored Nation” (MFN) status, but Pakistan never reciprocated by granting the same status to India. On the issue of drug trafficking, Jaishankar accused Pakistan of being a source of significant quantities of narcotics…

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