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Pakistan

FBR revenue dips: Electricity bill tax collection falls amid lower consumption

Tax revenue from salaried individuals surged to Rs552 billion in FY25

Published 07 Jul, 2025 10:22am

Pakistan

NEPRA approves Rs1.14 per unit cut in base power tariff

Non-protected domestic consumers to pay Rs22.44 per unit between 101, 200 units

Updated 02 Jul, 2025 05:23pm

Pakistan

Electricity duty collection via bills to end in July: Leghari

Energy minister writes to chief ministers; move aims to ease burden on consumers

Published 30 Jun, 2025 07:50pm

Pakistan

Here’s what you all need to know about ‘Apna Meter, Apni Reading’

Electricity consumers can now take a photo of their electricity meter on a designated date

Updated 30 Jun, 2025 04:42pm

Business & Economy

Govt seeks NEPRA approval for uniform electricity tariff nationwide from July 1

Motion was filed under Sections 7 and 31 of NEPRA Act

Published 30 Jun, 2025 09:07am

Pakistan

PM announces removal of PTV license fee from electricity bills

Shehbaz Sharif launches ‘Apna Meter, Apni Reading’ app to empower consumers

Published 29 Jun, 2025 01:53pm

Business & Economy

K-Electric seeks Rs4.69 per unit tariff cut for Karachi consumers

NEPRA to hold public hearing on K-Electric’s application on June 19

Updated 12 Jun, 2025 02:40pm

Pakistan

Govt warns of potential electricity bill hike in summer

Amir Sheikh criticizes lack of benefits to industrial sector despite availability of indigenous gas

Published 30 Apr, 2025 10:43am

Pakistan

Karachi faces extended hours of power outage amid hot weather

Areas that are typically exempt from outages are enduring power cuts for hours

Published 29 Apr, 2025 10:01am

Business & Economy

Power companies petition NEPRA to reduce electricity tariffs

Petition pertains to third quarterly adjustment of FY2024–25

Published 28 Apr, 2025 02:38pm

Business & Economy

Electricity rates in Karachi expected to drop by up to Rs6.62 per unit

Experts believe that this potential decision could ease burden of inflation on consumers

Published 05 Apr, 2025 08:59am

Pakistan

Government decides to abolish TV license fee from electricity bills

On Prime Minister’s directive, a plan has been formulated to remove other unnecessary surcharges

Published 04 Apr, 2025 04:37pm

Business & Economy

Calculator: Your electricity bill after price reduction

This calculator provides an estimate of final electricity bill at old and new tariffs

Published 04 Apr, 2025 03:37pm

Pakistan

How much you will pay after electricity prices reduction: New tariff notified

PM Shehbaz Sharif announces up to Rs7.59 cut in electricity prices

Updated 04 Apr, 2025 03:39pm

Pakistan

NEPRA cuts monthly, trimonthly adjustment costs for power consumers

Reduction in electricity prices will apply to all DISCOs consumers, including K-Electric

Published 03 Apr, 2025 11:35pm

Pakistan

Govt seeks to reduce electricity prices by Rs1.71 per unit

Reduction will be applicable to Karachi consumers

Published 28 Mar, 2025 12:44pm

Pakistan

IMF approves reduction in electricity tariffs

This change will benefit all consumers to provide relief on electricity prices

Published 27 Mar, 2025 01:42pm

Pakistan

IMF open to considering electricity price cut for Pakistan

International lender engages in key talks as the country seeks economic reforms

Published 12 Feb, 2025 05:37pm

Business & Economy

Experts fear rooftop solar policy could impose financial burden on metering system

Net metering policy drives 10% decline in electricity demand, they say

Published 07 Feb, 2025 10:49am

Business & Economy

Consumers overbilled by Rs35 billion, NEPRA reveals

Sukkur, Hyderabad and Lahore top the list

Published 15 Jan, 2025 09:33pm

Pakistan

Punjab announces deadline for Free Solar Panel scheme registration

Helpline will be established to assist consumers with registration and installation

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 06:57pm

Pakistan

Low demand due to use of solar panels to put heavy bills on consumers

The reduced electricity consumption is not translating into lower bills for consumers

Published 22 Dec, 2024 01:05pm

Business & Economy

Govt aiming to cut electricity tariffs by Rs12 per unit by March 2025

Talks will extend to government power plants, provincial power plants and GENCOs

Published 18 Dec, 2024 02:20pm

Pakistan

IMF raises concerns over Pakistan’s strategy for declining electricity demand due to solarisation

IMF sought clarity on how Pakistan plans to manage the issues related to solar energy

Published 12 Nov, 2024 10:06am

Business & Economy

Pakistan to slash winter power tariffs to spur demand, cut gas use

Ministry expects slash in winter tariffs to reduce electricity costs by 7-8%

Published 09 Nov, 2024 08:50pm

Business & Economy

Govt to decrease electricity price by Rs8-10 in winter

Electricity demand typically drops by 8,000 to 10,000 MW during winter

Published 07 Nov, 2024 10:52am

Business & Economy

NEPRA cuts electricity price for all cities except Karachi

A formal notification regarding this increase has been issued

Updated 06 Nov, 2024 08:00pm

Business & Economy

10 IPPs demand contract termination from prime minister amid rising tariff concerns

The IPPs have requested an urgent meeting with all stakeholders

Updated 28 Oct, 2024 05:35pm

Business & Economy

NEPRA approves Rs3 per unit tariff hike for K-Electric to recover Rs6.1b

KE is pursuing a strategy to rationalize its energy expenses

Published 26 Oct, 2024 10:26am

Pakistan

K-Electric launches “Star Rewards” program offering discounts for timely bill payments

The program is tailored to meet the diverse needs of today’s customers: K-Electric

Published 02 Oct, 2024 03:44pm