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Articles for tag: Balochistan, Dera Murad Jamali, infrastructure, Operation Shaban, Power, pylons, Quetta, Sibi, terrorism, Uch Power Plant

July 15, 2026

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Dawn

Armed Men Destroy 220kV Pylons Near Uch Power Plant in Balochistan; Quetta and Sibi Lose Power

Unknown armed men destroyed two 220kV high-voltage transmission pylons and partially damaged two more near the Uch Power Plant in Dera Murad Jamali, Balochistan, on Monday night, cutting electricity to Quetta, Sibi and several other districts. Explosives were planted on six towers in total; bomb disposal teams defused the remaining two devices. The attack is among the latest in a pattern of militant infrastructure strikes occurring alongside Operation Shaban.

July 6, 2026

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ProPakistani

Pakistan Pays Nearly Double for Emergency LNG as Qatari Supplies Still Haven’t Recovered From Hormuz Disruption

Pakistan LNG Limited has purchased a spot cargo from TotalEnergies at $17.37 per mmBtu — roughly twice the cost of Pakistan's long-term Qatari contracted supplies — as LNG exports from Qatar remain below normal levels despite the June 18 US-Iran ceasefire restoring Hormuz shipping traffic. It is Pakistan's second emergency spot purchase in two weeks. The government has simultaneously raised notified LNG prices by up to 16.17% to offset higher procurement costs.

July 6, 2026

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ProPakistani

Pakistan Pays Nearly Double for Emergency LNG as Qatari Supplies Still Haven’t Recovered From Hormuz Disruption

Pakistan LNG Limited has purchased a spot cargo from TotalEnergies at $17.37 per mmBtu — roughly twice the cost of Pakistan's long-term Qatari contracted supplies — as LNG exports from Qatar remain below normal levels despite the June 18 US-Iran ceasefire restoring Hormuz shipping traffic. It is Pakistan's second emergency spot purchase in two weeks. The government has simultaneously raised notified LNG prices by up to 16.17% to offset higher procurement costs.

January 16, 2026

News Desk

The World Bank is seeking specific reforms in the power sector before significant funding to Pakistan

An undated image of the World Bank building. — Reuters FinMin meets World Bank Director for Pakistan. The World Bank recognizes Pakistan’s progress towards stability. Both sides agree that targeted sectoral reforms could boost exports. ISLAMABAD: The World Bank (WB) has urged Pakistan to take a results-oriented approach in seeking a multi-billion dollar loan in the medium to long term to address its financially draining power sector. The News reported on Friday. There is a long wish list for the energy sector, including the power and gas sectors, but the World Bank has notified the government that it will assess

January 14, 2026

News Desk

Consumers to bear burden of Rs 2.95 trillion amid intensifying economic pressure on power sector

A representational image of a transmission tower. — AFP/File Nepra predicts that consumers will pay Rs 1.92 billion in capacity payments. Rs 1,023 billion to be paid under the Power Purchase Price (EPP) next year. Consumers to bear distribution margin of Rs 4.09 per unit: Nepra Electricity consumers are expected to shoulder a burden of Rs 2.95 trillion in capacity payments and power purchase costs in calendar year 2026, highlighting the intensifying economic pressure on the country’s power sector on end users, The News reported on Tuesday. The National Electricity Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has arrived at the decision on a

January 13, 2026

News Desk

Afghan Taliban appoint first envoy to India after returning to power

The move comes as India seeks leverage amid strained Pakistan-Afghanistan relations Afghanistan’s Taliban government has appointed its first senior official in India since the group returned to power in 2021, tasked with leading its embassy in Delhi. India has not formally recognized the Taliban government, but the move marks a deepening of engagement, with New Delhi seeking to exploit divisions between Islamabad and Kabul. Noor Ahmad Noor, a Taliban foreign ministry official, has taken over as charge d’affaires and is already holding meetings with Indian officials, the embassy said in a statement. “Both sides emphasized the importance of strengthening Afghanistan-India

January 6, 2026

News Desk

CIA warns Maduro allies likely to maintain stability after power change

Machado argued that Rodriguez is widely “rejected” by the Venezuelan people, public support lies with the opposition Vice President Delcy Rodriguez attends her swearing-in ceremony as Venezuela’s interim president at the National Assembly after the US launched a crackdown on the country and arrested President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores, in Caracas, Venezuela, January 5, 2026 Photo: Reuters A classified CIA assessment presented to US President Donald Trump concluded that senior Maduro loyalists, including Vice President Delcy Rodriguez, were best placed to maintain stability if the Venezuelan leader were to lose power, two sources briefed on the matter

January 1, 2026

News Desk

Power consumers to be given relief of Rs 8.35 per unit in 2025, claims Power Division

Annual report reveals talks with IPPs eliminate Rs 3,400 billion financial burden on consumers and exchequer The Power Division released its annual report for 2025, highlighting “historic reforms, improved fiscal discipline, significant consumer relief and major strides towards sustainable growth” in the energy sector. According to the report, the government, through prudent policies and effective decision-making, has made remarkable progress in addressing long-standing challenges facing the energy sector. He said transparent and successful negotiations with Independent Power Producers (IPPs) have eliminated a cumulative financial burden of Rs 3,400 billion on consumers and the national exchequer. As a result, electricity tariffs

December 25, 2025

News Desk

Pakistan and ADB sign $730M deals for power infrastructure, SOE transformation

Department of Economic Affairs Secretary Muhammad Humair Karim and Asian Development Bank Director Emma Fan sign agreements between Pakistan and ADB on December 25, 2025. — PID $330 million deal for second power transmission enhancement project. $400 million in funding to accelerate the state enterprise transformation program. ADB’s Emma Fan praises Pakistan’s reform initiatives. Pakistan and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Thursday signed financing agreements for two major initiatives totaling $730 million, aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s energy infrastructure and promoting public sector reforms. The agreements cover the Second Electricity Transmission Enhancement Project, with $330 million in funding, and the

December 23, 2025

News Desk

US President unveils plan for ‘Trump-class’ battleships to boost US sea power

US President Donald Trump walks past a rendering of the ‘Trump Class’ USS Deifant at Mar-a-lago in Palm Beach, Florida, US, December 22, 2025. — Reuters President Trump on Monday announced plans for a new “Trump class” of battleships, marking the start of an expanded naval buildup and signaling increased scrutiny of defense contractors for production delays and cost overruns. The announcement represents the latest example of the president renaming an aspect of the federal government in his image. Trump – who has criticized the appearance of US warships in the past – will be personally involved in the plans.

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