Govt to cut electricity prices from March
The federal government has decided to cut electricity costs, suggesting a Rs2 per unit reduction in the second quarter of fiscal year 2024-25.
K-Electric consumers to pay higher electricity bills from this month
The consumers of K-Electric will have to pay higher electricity bills due to the adjustment of Rs2.17 per unit for the month of November.
NEPRA introduces surcharge slabs for late bill payments
The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has introduced a new tiered surcharge system for electricity consumers who fail to pay their bills by the due date. The updated policy will impose a five to ten percent surcharge, depending on how late the payment is made. Consumers who settle their
Islamabad Electric Supply Company issues power electricity outage schedule for today
The Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) has issued a schedule regarding power outage for today (Monday).
Nepra warns of higher electricity bills in upcoming months
The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has warned of a significant increase in electricity tariffs in the upcoming months. This announcement came on Thursday as the authority noted a 20 percent drop in overall electricity consumption across the country. During a public hearing regarding the Quarterly Tariff Adjustments (QTAs),
IESCO announces power suspension for September 24 across multiple regions
The Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) has announced scheduled power outages for Tuesday, September 24, across various regions, citing essential maintenance and development activities. As per media reports, the outages are expected to last from 7 am to 12 pm, affecting several key areas in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Jhelum, and Chakwal.
IESCO consumers in RWP, ISB receive Rs14 per unit subsidy on electricity bills
Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) consumers in Rawalpindi and Islamabad have begun receiving a Rs14 per unit subsidy on their electricity bills, providing much-needed relief as announced by Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz. Residents of Islamabad, although in a federally administered area, will also benefit from this relief due to
Federal Energy Minister gets Rs 32 lakh bill
Federal Minister for Energy Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari said he recently received an electricity bill of Rs 32 lakh. Speaking to the media, he shared that this staggering bill covers the cost for all eight of his tube wells. Read more: Up to 70% of Pakistan’s population does not pay
Up to 70% of Pakistan’s population does not pay electricity bills: ADB
According to the Asian Development Bank (ADB), up to 70 percent of Pakistan’s serviced population does not pay their electricity bills. This non-payment is attributed to both financial constraints and widespread inefficiencies and irregularities in billing and collection. The Asian Development Bank’s report, “Pakistan National Urban Assessment,” highlights that Pakistan’s
How much relief will govt provide on your electricity bills?
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif and Punjab Chief Minister (CM) Maryam Nawaz have announced that customers using up to 500 units will get a subsidy of Rs14 per unit in August and September. “The Punjab government will provide a relief of Rs14 per unit in electricity bills up
