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Energy

Petrol, Diesel prices raised by around Rs15

BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: The federal government on Friday increased the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) by around Rs15 per litre, pushing fuel rates above Rs 414 per litre amid continued volatility in global oil markets. According to a notification issued by the Petroleum Division, the price of petrol …

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BP, TotalEnergies lowest bidders for May LNG Cargoes

Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Pakistan LNG Limited (PLL) is likley to awarded two spot liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargoes for May 2026 deliveries to BP Singapore and TotalEnergies Gas & Power Limited after receiving seven bids from international suppliers, according to an official evaluation report released on Wednesday. The procurement was …

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OGRA mulls gas tariff hike as UFG cuts proposed

BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s energy regulator is weighing significant gas tariff increases for fiscal year 2026-27, as an independent consultant has recommended a gradual reduction in unaccounted-for-gas (UFG) losses over the next five years. The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) has scheduled public hearings on May 12 in Lahore …

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Pakistan records 47°C as heatwave persists

Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s southern districts recorded the highest temperature of 47°C, with Sakrand, Shaheed Benazirabad, and Dadu emerging as the hottest areas, as intense heatwave conditions continued across much of the country. According to the latest weather outlook, most regions are expected to experience hot and dry conditions, while …

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Fuel prices raised amid Hormuz tensions

–Govt increases petrol and diesel prices for one week as global oil markets react to Strait of Hormuz disruptions BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: The government on Thursday raised petroleum product prices, increasing high-speed diesel by Rs19.39 per litre and petrol by Rs 6.51 per litre for a one-week period amid rising …

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OGDCL profit falls 11% on output cuts

–Lower prices and rising costs squeeze margins in 9MFY26 Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Development Company (OGDC) reported an 11% decline in profitability for the nine months ended March 31, 2026, as production curtailments, falling realized prices, and rising costs weighed heavily on earnings. The company posted a …

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PSO sales decline contineously in Dec half

–Higher costs and lower volumes weigh on margins BeNewz Report KARACHI: Pakistan State Oil reported a modest increase in profit for the six months ended December 31, 2025, despite a decline in sales and mounting cost pressures, according to its latest financial statement. Pakistan State Oil posted profit after tax …

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NEPRA terms revenue-based load shedding illegal

–Regulator hears plea to raise power tariff by Rs 0.27 BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: Power regulator–National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA)– on Monday held a hearing on a request to increase electricity prices by Rs 0.27 per unit under the monthly fuel adjustment for March, as cost pressures in the energy …

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Shortfall exceeds 600 MMCFD on SNGPL

Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is facing a severe natural gas crisis as the national shortfall has surged beyond 600 million cubic feet per day (MMCFD), severely affecting households, electricity generation, and industrial operations across the country. According to official and industry sources, the supply gap in the system operated by …

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PD seeks relief for small solar users

–Govt moves to scrap fees, licensing for 25kW systems Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: The Power Division has formally requested a policy reversal to ease restrictions on small-scale solar users, following directions from Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari. In a communication to National Electric Power Regulatory Authority, the division urged the removal …

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