Science & Technology
NEPRA Approves K-Electric’s Generation Tariff Post-June 2023
Islamabad, October 22, 2024: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has approved K-Electric’s (KE) generation tariff for the period post-June 30, 2023. This decision includes a dissenting opinion from the Member (Finance and Tariff). The approved tariff control period will last for seven years or the remaining useful life of KE’s plants, whichever is…
CCP Conducts Fourth Hearing on PTCL’s Acquisition of Telenor Pakistan and Orion Towers
Islamabad, 22 October 2024: The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) held the fourth hearing of its Phase II Merger Review regarding PTCL’s proposed acquisition of Telenor Pakistan (Private) Limited and Orion Towers (Private) Limited. The hearing was presided over by a CCP Bench, led by Chairman Dr. Kabir Ahmed Sidhu, along with Members Mr. Salman…
NEPRA Approves Generation Tariff for K-Electric Power Plants Post June 2023
KARACHI: K-Electric Limited (KEL) announced on Tuesday that the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has approved the generation tariff for all its power plants for the period after June 2023. K-Electric submitted its application to NEPRA on December 1, 2022, requesting the approval of the generation tariff for its power plants, under Rule 3(1)…
Technology exports went up by 42% YoY during Sep’24 to USD 292mn
KARACHI, October 21 2024: In a remarkable boost to the economy, Pakistan’s technology exports surged by 42% year-on-year (YoY) in September 2024, reaching a total of USD 292 million. This substantial increase highlights the growing strength of Pakistan’s technology sector, which now contributes 44% to the country’s overall services exports. Although the month-on-month (MoM) figure…
Tesla to Launch Revolutionary Pi Phone at End of 2024 with Unmatched Features
KARACHI, October 21 2024: Tesla is set to disrupt the smartphone market with the anticipated launch of its Pi Phone at the end of 2024. This groundbreaking device boasts four standout features that promise to redefine mobile technology and set it apart from existing smartphones. With these revolutionary features, the Tesla Pi Phone is poised…