ISLAMABAD, May 6, 2026 — The government has planned a 500-megawatt floating solar power project at Keenjhar Lake in Sindh to generate clean electricity and reduce dependence on imported fossil fuels, official sources said.
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Shehbaz orders strict action against power firms, pushes renewable reforms
ISLAMABAD, May 6, 2026 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed strict action against power distribution companies over regulatory violations, while emphasizing accelerated reforms in Pakistan’s energy sector.
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DPM Reviews Security of Oil Refineries and Storage Facilities
ISLAMABAD, May 4, 2026 – Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar on Monday chaired a high-level meeting of the Committee on Security Assessment of Oil Refineries and oil storage facilities across the country.
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Pakistan Oil Sales Plummet in April 2026 Amid Rising Petroleum Prices
KARACHI: Pakistan’s oil sales declined sharply in April 2026 as rising petroleum prices dampened demand, according to data released by industry analysts.
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K-Electric suspends power shutdowns as Karachi braces for 45°C heatwave
KARACHI, May 3, 2026 – In a significant move to provide relief to citizens, K-Electric (KE) has announced an immediate pause on all scheduled maintenance shutdowns. The decision comes after the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) issued a severe heatwave alert for the metropolis, with temperatures expected to feel like over 45°C.
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Karachi Mayor to provide KMC land for EV charging stations
KARACHI – In a significant step toward urban modernization, Karachi Mayor Barrister Murtaza Wahab has announced that the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) is prepared to provide land for the establishment of charging stations for electric vehicles (EVs) and bikes across the city.
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PM Shehbaz Sharif orders comprehensive strategy to stabilise electricity tariffs
ISLAMABAD – In a high-level move to address the nation’s energy concerns, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has directed relevant authorities to formulate a robust strategy aimed at stabilising electricity tariffs across the country.
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Pakistan hikes petrol and diesel prices to Rs400 per litre from May 1
ISLAMABAD, April 30, 2026: The government of Pakistan has increased petrol and diesel prices to nearly Rs400 per litre, with the revised rates taking effect from May 1, 2026, according to an official notification issued on Thursday.
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PM Shehbaz extends fuel subsidy for motorcycle owners
ISLAMABAD, April 30, 2026: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday approved a one-month extension in the fuel subsidy for motorcycle users, as well as public and goods transport, to provide relief to economically vulnerable segments.
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Sui Southern Gas Company Limited Reports 80% Profit Plunge in 9MFY26
Karachi, April 29, 2026 — Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGC) reported a sharp 80% decline in profit after tax for the first nine months of fiscal year 2025–26, as rising costs and lower margins weighed heavily on its financial performance.
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