Govt Increases Diesel Price By Rs 11.30 per Litre

    By Aftab Ahmed | January 31, 2026

    The government on Saturday raised the prices of high speed diesel (HSD) by Rs 11.30 per litre in line with fluctuation in global oil prices effective from February 1, 2026. According to notification, the government has maintained the prices of petrol. The government has revised the prices following recommendations of the Oil and Gas Regulatory…

    OGRA Raises LPG Price by Rs6.37 Per Kg

    By Aftab Ahmed | January 31, 2026

    The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has announced an increase in liquefied petroleum gas prices, raising the cost per kilogram by Rs6.37 across the country uniformly. Following the adjustment, the effective price of a domestic LPG cylinder has decreased by Rs75.21, reflecting the change in per kilogram rates for consumers nationwide. Read More: Electricity…

    Think Tank Welcome Reforms Lowering Industrial Costs

    By Aftab Ahmed | January 30, 2026

    Chairman of the Economic Policy and Business Development (EPBD) think tank, Dr Gohar Ejaz, on Friday welcomed the government’s landmark reforms aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s export industry, including a reduction in export refinance rates to 4.5 percent, elimination of cross-subsidy on industrial electricity tariffs and a cut in wheeling charges. The decisions, approved by Prime…

    Electricity Tariff for Industries Reduced by Rs 4.04 Per Unit: Awais Leghari

    By Aftab Ahmed | January 30, 2026

    Federal Minister for Power Division Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari on Friday said that electricity tariffs for industries have been reduced by Rs 4.04 per unit under a special relief package announced by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. In a statement shared on social media platform X, the minister said that the financial burden on industrial…

    Pakistan, Saudi Arabia Agree to Strengthen Cooperation in Energy and Minerals Sectors

    By Aftab Ahmed | January 30, 2026

    Federal Minister for Petroleum, Mr. Ali Pervaiz Malik, met with H.E. Nawaf bin Saeed Ahmad Al-Malkiy, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan, to discuss areas of mutual cooperation and further strengthen bilateral relations between the two brotherly countries. During the meeting, both sides reviewed ongoing collaboration and explored new avenues for cooperation,…

    Diesel Price May Go Up Rs 9.47 Per Litre

    By Aftab Ahmed | January 29, 2026

    While the price of petrol is expected to remain unchanged, hikes in all other petroleum products are anticipated in the fortnightly review, effective from February 1, 2026. Based on current tax rates and the petroleum levy, High-Speed Diesel (HSD) is projected to increase significantly by up to Rs9.47 per litre. Kerosene oil is expected to…

    Oil Prices Rise on Iran Supply Disruption Fears

    By Aftab Ahmed | January 29, 2026

    Oil prices rose 1.5 per cent on Thursday, extending gains for a third day, amid concerns the United States could launch military action against Iran. Brent crude futures rose 94 cents to $69.34 a barrel by 07:30 GMT, while US West Texas Intermediate gained 92 cents to $64.13 a barrel. Both contracts have climbed about…

    Power Tariff May Rise by Rs0.48 Per Unit

    By Aftab Ahmed | January 29, 2026

    Electricity prices are likely to increase by Rs0.48 per unit for one month under fuel price adjustment mechanism, following a request submitted to regulator authority. The Central Power Purchasing Agency has filed a petition with the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority, seeking an increase in electricity tariffs for December period. NEPRA is scheduled to hold…

    LESCO Puts Emergency Power Plan for Basant

    By Aftab Ahmed | January 29, 2026

    The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) has placed its staff on emergency duty to ensure an uninterrupted power supply and handle any emergency during the Basant festival in Lahore. According to details shared on Wednesday, the measures are part of safety arrangements for Basant, which will be celebrated in the city from February 6 to…

    Wafi Energy And Hyundai Nishat Sign Lubricants Deal

    By Aftab Ahmed | January 28, 2026

    Wafi Energy Pakistan Limited and Hyundai Nishat Motors have signed a strategic agreement for the supply of Shell lubricants for Hyundai vehicles in Pakistan. The contract signing ceremony held in Lahore marked the launch of Shell Helix HX8 0W-20 AH, a lubricant developed as per Hyundai engine requirement. The ceremony was attended by senior leadership,…