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DISCOs Directed to Ensure Uninterrupted Power Supply During Muharram in Pakistan

DISCOs, NGC instructed to maintain stable electricity supply across Pakistan during Muharram-ul-Haram observance ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Energy (Power Division) has issued detailed operational directives to Distribution Companies (DISCOs), the National Power Control Centre (NPCC) and the National Grid Company (NGC) to ensure uninterrupted power supply during Muharram-ul-Haram, particularly on the 9th and 10th of […]

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Pakistan Likely to Slash Petroleum Prices After PM Orders Consumer Relief

Falling global oil prices and easing Middle East tensions raise prospects of lower petrol and diesel rates ISLAMABAD, June 18, 2026 — Pakistan is likely to slash petroleum prices in the upcoming review after Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directed authorities to pass on the benefits of declining international oil prices to consumers, raising expectations of […]

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Pakistan hardens petroleum levy laws; grants FBR sweeping recovery powers against OMCs

Government introduces stringent petroleum levy laws for OMCs ISLAMABAD – The Pakistani government has introduced aggressive legislative amendments through the Finance Bill, 2026, targeting oil marketing companies (OMCs), refineries, and licensees with stringent compliance, penalty, and recovery mechanisms for the petroleum and climate support levies.

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