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Gas from new discoveries: Petroleum ministry turns down power ministry’s plea
Says it will provide gas from other sources for utilities to make up for the shortfall.
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Government expected to make petrol cheaper by a rupee
Petrol prices to go down by up to Rs1.23, while diesel prices to increase by up to Rs0.45.
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Not so sweet: Utility stores to buy ‘substandard’ Indian sugar
ECC asks USC to lift sweetener that contains ‘sand, foreign particles’.
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Alleged favouritism: SSGC awards tender to ‘highest’ bidder
Gas consumers to face additional $50m burden, SSGC denies accusations.
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Low pressure gas: Petroleum ministry proposes $6-8 per unit price
Producers can sell gas to buyers other than Sui companies through bidding.
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Amendment to Electricity Act: Power theft to become non-bailable offence
Rigorous imprisonment and fines worth millions proposed for those involved in pilferage.
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An offer you cannot refuse: Iran offers crude supply on deferred payment
Tehran may enhance supply if deal goes through; US pressure may sabotage proposal.
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Energy issues: Govt to discuss fuel price review, new CNG policy
ECC meeting called for Dec 18, a day after SC hearing on CNG issues.
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Circular debt: Probe begins against state-owned oil, gas firms
Petroleum ministry investigates companies suspected to be in breach of fuel supply contract to power sector.
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Friendly-fire: Pakistan Petroleum grilled on expansion plans
ECC criticises firm for ignoring local exploration activities and expanding abroad.









