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OCAC Urges Rs10/Litre OMC Margin, Proposes Joint Formula with Ogra and Petroleum Division

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KARACHI – The Oil Companies Advisory Council (OCAC) has called for an immediate revision of oil marketing company (OMC) margins to Rs10 per litre and urged the development of a formal pricing formula in collaboration with the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra), the Ministry of Energy (Petroleum Division), and the oil industry. In a letter to the Ogra chairperson, the OCAC emphasized the urgent need to revise OMC margins, citing challenges such as fuel smuggling, a high turnover tax, insufficient margins, and escalating operational costs. The council referenced a…

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Over a Million Pilgrims Begin Hajj Under Intense Heat as Saudi Authorities Boost Safety Measures

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MAKKAH – More than a million Muslims have begun the annual Hajj pilgrimage under blazing heat, with temperatures expected to exceed 40°C (104°F), prompting Saudi authorities to implement enhanced safety measures to prevent a repeat of last year’s tragic fatalities. About 1.4 million pilgrims from around the world have arrived in the Kingdom for the multi-day ritual, a key pillar of Islam obligatory for all able Muslims at least once in their lifetime. The pilgrimage started on Wednesday with the tawaf — the traditional circumambulation of the Kaaba at the…

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Kenya Named Official Partner Country for OFF-GRID Expo + Conference 2025: A Strong Alliance for Sustainable Energy

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Augsburg, Germany – In a major step toward global collaboration on sustainable energy, Kenya has been announced as the official partner country for the OFF-GRID Expo + Conference 2025 (OEC), set to take place on October 30–31, 2025, at Messe Augsburg. The East African nation, a recognized leader in renewable and off-grid energy, will bring its expertise, innovation, and ambition for a green future to the European stage. To celebrate the partnership, a Meet & Greet was held at the Messe Augsburg Conference Center in May, attended by Kenyan and…

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Federal Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik Highlights Pakistan’s Energy Transition Vision at Baku Energy Week

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*Baku, Azerbaijan – June 03,2025 Federal Minister for Petroleum, Ali Pervaiz Malik, delivered a keynote address at the Ministerial Plenary session titled ” Global Cooperation for a Resilient and Sustainable Energy Future” as part of the prestigious Baku Energy Week, emphasizing Pakistan’s commitment to a sustainable and resilient energy future. The event marked the 30th anniversary of the Baku Energy Forum, where Minister Malik congratulated Parviz Shahbazov, the Energy Minister of Azerbaijan and reiterated Pakistan’s support for this effort and pledged to cooperate with this forum in every way in…

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22nd World Wind Energy Conference (WWEC2025) to be Held in Shantou, China – Call for Abstracts Open Until 31 May

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Shantou City, Guangdong Province, China | 3–5 December 2025 The World Wind Energy Association (WWEA) and the Chinese Wind Energy Association (CWEA) are pleased to announce the 22nd World Wind Energy Conference (WWEC2025), taking place from 3–5 December 2025 in Shantou, Guangdong Province, China – a city renowned for its wind power industry and innovation. WWEC2025 will serve as the premier global platform for researchers, policymakers, industry leaders, and stakeholders in the wind energy sector. Participation in the conference will be complimentary, ensuring broad and inclusive attendance from across the…

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