NEPRA increases electricity prices by Rs1.74 per unit
The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has increased the electricity price by Rs. 1.74 per unit, effective from September to November 2024. Moreover, NEPRA implemented this hike under the quarterly adjustment, which will apply to consumers across the country. The notification issued by NEPRA states that this price increase
Awais Leghari rejects claims of ongoing power tariff increases
Federal Energy Minister Awais Leghari recently explained the electricity pricing process in Pakistan during a media briefing. “NEPRA’s decisions are often misunderstood due to a lack of clarity in the media,” Leghari stated. He highlighted that the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) is responsible for setting power tariffs. Moreover,
Power tariff in Karachi raised by Rs5.75
The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) on Wednesday sanctioned a significant Rs5.75 per unit increase in electricity rates for K-Electric consumers. This Rs5.75 per unit hike stems from the monthly fuel price adjustment (FPA) for May. Moreover, in May, electricity tariffs will rise by Rs2.59 per unit, with an
JI chief announces nationwide strike from August 28
Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) chief Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman has announced a nationwide strike starting August 28, supported by the business community. At a press conference in Quetta, he highlighted the need for internal democracy in political parties, criticizing major parties for their lack of democratic processes and internal politics. Rehman also highlighted various
Gohar Ejaz criticizes high electricity bills despite low production costs
Former caretaker federal minister Gohar Ejaz stated that the cost of electricity generation in July was 9 rupees and 3 paisa per unit. In his statement, the former caretaker minister questioned how electricity bills are being issued at 40, 60, and 70 rupees per unit despite the production cost being
Electricity prices likely to rise again, power division indicates
During a session of the National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Energy, the Power Secretary revealed that there is a push to transfer the interest on the circular debt to the public. Payments to Independent Power Producers (IPPs) are also expected to be shouldered by the public, and the IMF is
Father of two takes his own life over massive electricity bill
Trigger Warning SUICIDE WEB DESK: A man facing financial distress took his own life in Dhok Sadu, Taxila, unable to pay a substantial electricity bill, sources revealed on Thursday. The deceased, Malik Tahir, reportedly had a heated argument with his siblings over the unpaid electric bill, escalating into a serious
Seven practical tips to slash your soaring electricity bills
In these times of skyrocketing electricity prices, everyone is struggling. Here are seven practical tips to help you reduce your electricity bill. 1. Turn Off Unnecessary Appliances: Many of us leave appliances on standby or with plugs inserted, which consumes electricity. Change this habit by turning off and unplugging unused
PM orders crackdown on officials over inflated electricity bills
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has responded to the outcry over high electricity bills by taking swift action. He has ordered strict measures against officials who have been inflating bills with extra units. In an emergency meeting, he instructed the Minister of Energy to identify and suspend those responsible. Sharif emphasized
Fake news alert: Pictures of rickshaw driver stripping naked in protest of electricity bill are not from Pakistan
The Claim: The rickshaw driver stripped himself naked in protest of the rising electricity prices in Pakistan. The Fact: In reality, the man, an Indian, publicly strips naked after his wife leaves him for a witch doctor. The Story: An X (Twitter) account named Enkidu Reborn shared a picture of
