New net-metering policy: How long will it take to recover the solar system cost?

Pakistan’s Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) has approved a new policy for electricity purchases from net metering consumers, lowering the rate from Rs27 per unit to just Rs10 per unit. This decision comes after a significant increase in the number of homes and offices in Pakistan installing solar panels to generate their own electricity, a trend […]

PM vows to tackle artificial sugar shortage, ensure fair pricing

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to take strict action against sugar hoarders and those responsible for artificially inflating prices, according to Associated Press of Pakistan (APP). Speaking at a review meeting on Friday, the prime minister expressed concern over the rising sugar prices and emphasized the government’s commitment to ensuring fair pricing. PM Shehbaz […]

Hamas agrees to release last living American hostage in Gaza as ceasefire talks continue

Hamas said on Friday it agreed to release an American-Israeli dual national, believed to be the last living American hostage held in Gaza, after receiving a proposal from mediators to continue negotiations on the second phase of a ceasefire deal. Hamas said in a statement that it responded “positively” to the proposal that was presented […]