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October 23, 2023

Transport sector pollution

ISLAMABAD: Last week, in the first part of this series, we took a broad view of the air pollution issue, especially in Punjab, where it occupies […]
October 16, 2023

Chronic air pollution in Punjab

ISLAMABAD: As usual there is again a smog attack in Punjab, especially in and around Lahore, Faisalabad and Gujranwala regions. The problem is so intense that […]
October 11, 2023

Gas tariffs and reforms—II

However, some increase in small and medium category tariff will have to be, willy-nilly, done to cover the costs. In Bangladesh, minimum monthly charge is PkRs […]
October 6, 2023

Gas tariff and reforms—I

The government is to announce new gas tariff for the current financial year (1st July 2023-30th June 2024). The announcement will be late by almost three […]
September 28, 2023

Power sector controversy: take-or-pay contracts

Energy prices have increased tremendously which has created controversy and unrest in the country. IPP contracts are under great debate. Many people argue that these are […]
September 25, 2023

Other biogas uses: fertiliser and cold chain

ISLAMABAD: Biogas is a simple solution. Normally, simple solutions are undervalued and much attention is not paid to them. We have been discussing biogas in the […]
September 14, 2023

Oil price hike

Petroleum prices have been increased; petrol is costing Rs 305.34 per Liter and diesel Rs 311.84. It is an increase of 5.17 percent in the price […]
September 12, 2023

A push for solar geysers

After the electricity tariff, the gas tariff is poised to be enhanced as well. The average tariff will likely increase by 50 per cent. There is […]
September 11, 2023

Oil bonded warehouse policy’s impact on economy

ISLAMABAD: Recently, an oil bonded warehouse policy has been announced. This is one of the best and useful policies that one would have seen in recent […]