Govt hints at Rs1.5 per unit increase in electricity prices
- 14-Apr-2026
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has indicated a possible increase of around Rs1.5 per unit in electricity prices as Pakistan faces the economic impact of ongoing turmoil in the Middle East. The government has also announced approximately 2.25 hours of daily electricity loadshedding across the country as part of a “peak relief strategy” aimed at preventing […]
Loadshedding hours announced in Pakistan to 'curtail price hike'
- 14-Apr-2026
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has decided to enforce around 2.25 hours of daily electricity loadshedding across Pakistan as part of a “peak relief strategy” aimed at preventing a potential increase of up to Rs6 per unit in power tariffs. In an official statement, the Power Division said that despite challenging global conditions, electricity generation in […]
Passport applications drop across Sindh amid Iran-US situation
- 13-Apr-2026
KARACHI: Passport application numbers have dropped sharply by nearly 50 percent across Pakistan’s Sindh province, including Karachi, reportedly due to the evolving situation in the Middle East, ARY News reported. Visa, Immigration and Citizenship Acquisition- All Updates According to data from passport offices, the number of applicants for both new passports and renewals has significantly […]
Petrol pump fined Rs11 mln over fuel adulteration, hoarding
- 13-Apr-2026
The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) fined owner of petrol pump for mixing chemicals in fuel as the body continues actions to ensure purity of fuel. According to details, OGRA launched a crackdown on petrol adulteration and illegal hoarding, fining the owner of Rana Filling Station in Muzaffargarh Rs11 million. The action was taken […]
Petrol Price in Pakistan — April 10, 2026
- 10-Apr-2026
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister of Pakistan, Shehbaz Sharif, has decided to reduce the petrol price and diesel rate in the country, ARY News reported. Addressing the nation, PM announced that the petrol price has been reduced by Rs11.83 per litre, bringing the new rate to Rs366.58 per litre. The move is aimed at providing partial relief to […]
Electricity prices raised in Pakistan
- 08-Apr-2026
ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) on Wednesday increased the electricity prices under the monthly fuel price adjustment (FPA), ARY News reported. NEPRA has raised the electricity rate by Rs 1.42 per unit and has issued a formal notification regarding the hike. According to the notification, the increase is part of the monthly […]
NEPRA issues new net metering rules under Solar Regulations 2026
- 02-Apr-2026
ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has amended the Solar Regulations 2026 and issued a fresh notification regarding net metering. According to the notification, no changes will be made to the existing agreements of current solar net metering consumers. It states that the licenses of already registered solar users will remain valid until […]
NEPRA tariff change drives sharp rise in electricity bills
- 31-Mar-2026
Electricity consumers across Pakistan are facing a significant increase in monthly bills after fixed charges were linked to load rather than consumption. The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) approved the new tariff, effective from January 2026, under which fixed charges are applied based on sanctioned load, following a request from the federal government. Previously, […]
Motorcycles, rickshaws to get subsidized petrol via mobile app
- 27-Mar-2026
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has decided to introduce a special relief package aimed at providing subsidized petrol to motorcyclists and rickshaw drivers via a mobile app across the country. According to sources, the scheme will operate through a mobile application-based quota system, enabling eligible users to purchase fuel at reduced prices. The move is intended […]
Petrol Price in Pakistan may rise to historic high
- 24-Mar-2026
Islamabad: The prices of petrol in Pakistan are likely to reach record-high levels as global crude oil costs continue to rise amid the ongoing Iran conflict and tensions in the Middle East. Sources indicate that petroleum product prices could see a historic increase in the coming days, potentially reaching their highest levels in Pakistan’s history. […]