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Weekly inflation eases as food prices decline

Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s short-term inflation recorded a notable easing during the week ended February 12, 2026, as prices of key food items — particularly eggs and vegetables — declined significantly. According to the latest data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) dropped by …

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Cholistan Desert Rally 2026 kicks off

BeNewz Report BAHAWALPUR: The Cholistan Desert is once again set to become a thrilling hub of speed, adrenaline, and cultural vibrancy as the 21st TDCP International Cholistan Desert Jeep Rally officially kicks off today, February 11, 2026.  Organized by the Tourism Development Corporation of Punjab (TDCP), this iconic motorsport event …

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Net Billing System replaces with Net Metering for solar consumers

Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has officially notified the Net Metering Regulations 2026, replacing the long-standing net metering regime with a new net billing mechanism. This major policy shift ends the popular “unit-for-unit” exchange system for solar and other renewable energy prosumers, marking a significant …

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Stakeholders lash out at Nepra’s proposed solar rules

— Warn of blow to clean energy drive Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s energy regulator and the Power Division faced sharp criticism as a broad spectrum of stakeholders accused them of sabotaging the country’s fast-growing solar revolution and pushing the power sector toward a more expensive and unreliable future. The backlash …

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PIA to revalue five key properties

Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has decided to carry out a fresh valuation of five of its major properties across the country and has invited applications from government-registered firms to undertake the assessment, in what appears to be part of broader efforts to improve transparency and manage its …

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