ISLAMABAD, April 28, 2026: Pakistan’s power regulator has abolished the licensing requirement and application fees for small-scale solar users, in a major policy reversal aimed at accelerating rooftop solar adoption and easing public concerns over rising regulatory costs.
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Small solar users in Pakistan set for big policy relief
ISLAMABAD, April 26, 2026 — Pakistan’s Power Division has asked the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority to abolish application fees and remove licensing requirements for small-scale solar consumers, in a move aimed at accelerating renewable energy adoption.
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New petrol price: Govt prefers revenue over public relief
Islamabad, April 25, 2026 – The federal government on April 24, 2026, raised petrol prices despite a decline in ex-refinery rates, as higher petroleum levy adjustments outweighed relief from global oil movements. The latest revision has sparked debate over whether revenue needs are being prioritized over consumer relief in a period of persistent inflationary pressure across Pakistan.
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Govt raises petrol, diesel prices amid global oil surge: Pervaiz Malik
ISLAMABAD: The government has announced a significant increase in petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) prices, citing a sharp surge in international oil markets driven by escalating regional tensions.
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Pakistan raises petrol, diesel prices by Rs26.77 per litre
Islamabad, April 24, 2026 – The government of Pakistan has announced a significant increase in fuel prices, raising petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) rates by Rs26.77 per litre for the upcoming week, according to an official notification issued by the Ministry of Energy.
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SBP eases import financing rules for oil and LNG amid geopolitical crisis
KARACHI, April 23, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has revised key foreign exchange instructions to facilitate the import of crude oil, petroleum products and liquefied natural gas (LNG), as Pakistan navigates rising geopolitical tensions linked to the ongoing Iran conflict.
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OGDCL boosts gas output as Jand-1 Well production resumes in Punjab
KARACHI, April 23, 2026 – Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has successfully revived gas production from the Jand-1 well in Punjab’s Attock district, significantly increasing output and reinforcing efforts to enhance domestic energy supply.
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SNGPL clarifies disputed tax demand, says no financial impact
KARACHI, April 22, 2026 – Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) on Wednesday clarified a disputed tax demand raised by authorities, stating that the matter is historical in nature and has no impact on the company’s current or future financial position.
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Electricity load shedding eases after improved supply, says Power Division
ISLAMABAD — Electricity supply situation has improved since April 17, leading to a marked reduction in load management during peak demand hours, the government’s Power Division said on Tuesday.
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OGDCL, Uch Power sign deal to assess Zin gas use
ISLAMABAD, April 21, 2026 – Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Uch Power Limited to jointly evaluate the technical and commercial feasibility of utilizing Zin gas for power generation, the company said on Tuesday.
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