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Nepra introduces fixed charges for households using up to 300 units
February 12, 2026
Nepra introduces fixed charges for households using up to 300 units
The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has approved a revised electricity tariff framework introducing fixed monthly charges for domestic…
Trump orders Pentagon to buy coal power, ignoring environmental risks
February 12, 2026
Trump orders Pentagon to buy coal power, ignoring environmental risks
In a move receiving both praise and vilification from environmental activists and energy experts alike, US President Donald Trump has given an…
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia plan joint expansion into emerging markets
February 12, 2026
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia plan joint expansion into emerging markets
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have agreed to deepen economic cooperation and explore joint entry into fast-growing regional markets, following high-level…
PSX slides over 2,000 points amid selling pressure
February 12, 2026
PSX slides over 2,000 points amid selling pressure
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) came under significant pressure on Thursday as investors opted for profit-taking and cautious trading, triggering…
Punjab govt approves new digital model for interest-free housing
February 12, 2026
Punjab govt approves new digital model for interest-free housing
The Punjab government has approved a new digital model for interest-free housing for Apni Chhat Apna Ghar Scheme, it was…
Pakistan, Bangladesh consider ferry service to boost trade, tourism
February 12, 2026
Pakistan, Bangladesh consider ferry service to boost trade, tourism
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Bangladesh are considering launching a ferry service and establishing a direct shipping line as part of efforts…
Oil prices rise on concerns about US-Iran tensions
February 12, 2026
Oil prices rise on concerns about US-Iran tensions
BEIJING: Oil prices edged up on Thursday morning as investors worried about escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran. Brent…
PM Shehbaz takes notice of NEPRA’s new solar regulations
February 11, 2026
PM Shehbaz takes notice of NEPRA’s new solar regulations
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday took notice of the new solar regulations released by the National Electric Power…
Salaried class once again emerges as single largest income tax contributor, shows FBR data
February 11, 2026
Salaried class once again emerges as single largest income tax contributor, shows FBR data
ISLAMABAD: The salaried class has once again emerged as the single largest income tax contributor, paying more than exporters, retailers…
Bulk of rooftop solar prosumers to continue benefiting from net metering until 2030-31
February 11, 2026
Bulk of rooftop solar prosumers to continue benefiting from net metering until 2030-31
ISLAMABAD: Around 80-85% of the country’s existing rooftop solar prosumers will continue to benefit from the existing net metering regime…