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PM Shehbaz Announces Rs4.4 per Unit Cut in Power Tariff for Industries

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday announced a reduction of Rs4.4 per unit in electricity tariffs for the industrial sector, aiming to boost productivity, competitiveness and exports. Addressing leading exporters and business figures at a ceremony in Islamabad, the premier said the relief would ease cost pressures on industries, adding that if it were possible, he would have reduced tariffs by a further Rs10, but constraints limited the move. He also announced a cut in wheeling charges to below Rs9 per unit, enabling industries to sell surplus power to neighbouring…

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Pakistan China Launch E-Mining Platform, Sign MoUs to Strengthen Minerals Sector Cooperation at the Forum

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Islamabad, January 28, 2026: The Pak–China Mineral Cooperation Forum was held today at the Jinnah Convention Centre, Islamabad, bringing together senior Pakistani leadership, diplomatic representatives, Chinese enterprises, and industry stakeholders to strengthen bilateral cooperation in Pakistan’s mineral sector and explore new avenues for sustainable development and investment. Organized by the China Chamber of Commerce in Pakistan (CCCPK) the forum served as a high-level platform for policy dialogue, investment facilitation, technological collaboration, and business matchmaking across the entire mineral value chain, including exploration, mining, processing, logistics, financing, and capacity building. The…

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Nepra Report Highlights Safety and Governance Gaps in Public-Sector DISCOs

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s power distribution sector continues to make uneven progress on health, safety and environmental (HSE) standards, according to the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority’s (Nepra) HSE Performance Evaluation Report for fiscal year 2024-25. The report identifies persistent weaknesses among several public-sector distribution companies (DISCOs). Lahore, Quetta and Hyderabad electricity supply companies were rated in the “fair” category, reflecting deficiencies in safety governance, contractor oversight and the on-ground implementation of safety procedures. Islamabad, Peshawar and Sukkur power utilities were assessed as “good,” but showed inconsistent performance across key indicators, suggesting…

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MAP Holds 40th Corporate Excellence Awards at Pearl Continental Hotel Karachi

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KARACHI, December 4, 2025:The Management Association of Pakistan (MAP) organized the 40th Corporate Excellence Awards (CEA) in Karachi, celebrating four decades of promoting excellence, governance, and best management practices across Pakistan’s corporate landscape. The Minister of Labor, Human Resources and Social Protection, Government of Sindh, Mr. Saeed Ghani, graced the occasion as Chief Guest and presented awards to the top-performing companies in both the Industrial and Financial sectors. He represented the Honorable Chief Minister of Sindh, who was attending the National Finance Commission meeting in Islamabad. President’s Remarks In his…

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US Poised to Expand Travel Ban to Over 30 Countries: Homeland Security Secretary

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The United States is preparing to widen its travel ban to include more than 30 countries, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem revealed on Thursday. Speaking on Fox News’ The Ingraham Angle, Noem declined to confirm reports that the list would reach 32 nations but acknowledged the expansion is significant. “I won’t be specific on the number, but it’s over 30, and the president is continuing to evaluate countries,” she stated. President Donald Trump had previously signed a proclamation in June barring citizens from 12 nations and imposing restrictions on seven…

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