According to the World Bank, $13.3 billion in total capital expenditure would be needed to provide universal power access in four Pakistani provinces. According to the Bank’s most recent research, “Pakistan Least-Cost Electrification Study,” Pakistan would need to service over 40 million total electrical connections in order to attain universal access to electricity by 2030. Population growth and individuals who do not already have a formal power connection are factors in the demand to expand the number of electricity connections. Potential clients who are 500 meters or less from the current distribution grid make up one category of the new connections,…
Author: Mawadat Fatima
A Facebook user going by the handle Zahir Mehmood, who describes himself as a journalist, posted the screenshots on his social networking page. In his post, Mr. Mehmood said that the writer and his female friend—whose name was withheld by the user—were the subjects of the acknowledged conversation. He went on to say that the occurrence, which was seen in the image, happened on August 13, 2022, in his presence at a celebration of Pakistan’s Independence Day. The social media user said that Mehmood’s buddy had welcomed Qamar with a song at the occasion, and that the writer of Meray…
Pakistan has not yet been added to the agenda of the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) executive board meetings, which are set for July 31. The 37-month Extended Fund Facility Arrangement (EFF) of around $7 billion is not featured in the agenda for the executive board meeting scheduled for July 24, July 26, July 29, and July 31, according to the Fund website. On July 12, the Pakistani government and the IMF team came to a staff-level agreement on a 37-month Extended Fund Arrangement (EFF) for SDR 5,320 million, or almost US$7 billion. This agreement is contingent upon the Executive Board…
Speakers at a panel discussion emphasized that Pakistan is experiencing a 38 percent increase in energy prices overall, in addition to a 62 percent increase in capacity charges, which has resulted in tariff hikes in the nation. However, these issues could be resolved by implementing an independent power consumer model that encourages individual power generation. Under the sponsorship of the Network for Clean Energy Transition (NCET), the Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) held a panel discussion on “Pakistan’s Electricity Tariff Structure: Insights and Key Determinants” as part of its Monday Seminar series. Pakistan’s customer categories and tariff-setting procedures were described…
This week, the Bank of Punjab hosted an interactive session with Professor Stefan Dercon and prominent members of the local industry in Karachi. Mr. Stefan teaches economic policy at the University of Oxford’s Economics Department and Blavatnik School of Government. He works as a policy advisor, offering strategic guidance on economics and development, in addition to his academic job. His most recent book, “Gambling on Development: Why Some Countries Win and Others Lose,” will be released in May 2022. It explores why some nations have succeeded in striking elite deals that support growth and development while others have not, drawing…
In order to maintain price flexibility, protect consumer interests, and stop other telecommunication services from being cross-subsidized, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has created the “Tariff for Cellular Mobile Telecommunication Services Regulations, 2024.” When determining the level of retail tariffs that licensed services providers charge customers, these laws will be applicable to all cellular mobile licensees. The following guidelines must be followed by all Cellular Mobile Licensees when determining the rate at which they will offer Cellular Mobile Telecommunication Services: Tariffs should be established at a level that gives an acceptable rate of return on investments, taking into account the…
Introduction In the fast-paced world of technology, success and advancement depend on innovation. With its rapidly growing IT sector, Pakistan is home to many creative thinkers who are spearheading the transition to a digital future. We meet down with one of Pakistan’s leading tech innovators for an exclusive interview to learn important industry insights on the present state, obstacles, and potential future growth of the country’s IT sector. Innovation is essential for success and progress in the ever-advancing field of technology. Pakistan is home to many innovative minds who are driving the shift to a digital future, thanks to its…
Introduction Globally, especially in Pakistan, online education is becoming more and more popular as a revolutionary method of instruction. E-learning platforms are interrupting the traditional education system as the computer network becomes more widely available. Historical Context of Education in Pakistan By solving availability concerns and raising the standard of education across the nation, these digital solutions make use of technology and the internet to deliver interactive learning experiences and instructional content. As online learning in Pakistan continues to expand, It presents encouraging chances to close the gap between conventional and contemporary teaching methods, ultimately changing the way education is obtained…
In order to announce Infinix’s upcoming participation in the 2024 PUBG MOBILE WORLD CUP (PMWC), the company teamed up with champion players from the PUBG MOBILE Super League (PMSL) in the regions of Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), as well as Central and South Asia (CSA), to take over a massive billboard in Times Square, New York. Team players have constantly received amazing gaming experiences using the Infinix GT 20 Pro, which is the official gaming phone for the 2024 PMSL EMEA and CSA seasons. The players have unanimously praised its outstanding performance, which has won it a…
The government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has initiated solar energy initiatives to tackle the problem of electricity shortage in the combined tribal areas. A few of these projects have already been effectively finished. 900 mosques and other houses of worship have switched to solar power, producing 1.73 MW of electricity per day and saving millions of rupees every month, according to a Business Recorder story. In the Khyber area, the province administration intends to switch 3,050 mosques and 1,100 institutions to solar power this year. Moreover, solar mini grids would be connected to business hubs. The Khyber district representative to the…
