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Nepra Allows Rs2.0581/Unit Positive FCA for July Electricity Consumption

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ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has approved a positive Fuel Charges Adjustment (FCA) of Rs2.0581 per unit for electricity consumed in July 2026, which will be recovered from consumers of ex-WAPDA distribution companies (XWDISCOs) and K-Electric (KE) through their September 2026 electricity bills. According to a notification issued by Nepra on Friday, the actual fuel cost component for July 2026 was determined at Rs9.1511 per kWh, compared with the reference fuel charges component of Rs7.0929 per kWh. The difference resulted in a positive FCA of Rs2.0581 per…

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Govt decreases petrol price by Rs0.35, increases diesel by Rs5.71 per litre

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The government on Monday decreased the petrol price by Rs0.35 and increased the price of high-speed diesel by Rs5.71 per litre, to pass on the impact of fluctuating global prices following renewed regional hostilities in the Persian Gulf. Following the changes, the price of petrol stands at Rs315.80 per litre and that of HSD at Rs360.06. The Petroleum Division’s press release notifying the increase said the new prices would be effective from July 21 (Tuesday). The diesel price has come down from a peak of Rs520.35 recorded on April 3. Its price…

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China’s power use rises 5.3% in H1, showing strong economic activity

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China’s electricity consumption, a key barometer of economic activity, rose 5.3 percent year-on-year to 5.09 trillion kilowatt-hours in the first half of 2026, according to the National Energy Administration (NEA) on Wednesday. Electricity consumption saw an uptick with households consuming more electricity during the summer heat and as the country’s digital industries continued to gain momentum. China’s peak electricity load climbed to a record high of 1.518 billion kilowatts on Friday, a record for the year, according to the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), China’s top economic planner.  The…

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Pakistan issues tender for another spot LNG cargo

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Pakistan issued on Tuesday a tender for the spot purchase of another liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargo to help meet the country’s gas demand. Foreign companies asked to submit bids by Wed The international energy companies have been asked to submit bids by tomorrow. The bids will be opened on the same day. Meanwhile, the Pakistan LNG Limited (PLL) said that the tender is for LNG supply scheduled for July 21 and 22 July. Pakistan has already bought three LNG cargoes for July. A cargo for delivery on July 15…

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