Solid waste will be used to generate electricity in environmentally friendly manner

Revised budget for Hydel Development Funds sanctioned

Announcement comes hot on the heels of the UAE's launch of the Arab world's first probe to Mars

Energy could be used for street lights and water supply tube wells

Move may hamper privatisation of state-run power plants

Believes other sectors will take delivery of unconsumed imported gas

There were no fatalities reported, only three people with minor injuries

5,801 acres of land will be allotted to 10 private companies on a 30-year lease

Says there is much potential for hydro-electricity in the country

Power Division claims decision will place extra burden of Rs471b on consumers