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OGRA increases price of domestic LPG cylinder

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Price of LPG cylinders
  • OGRA has issued a notification to increase price of LPG.
  • The price of 11.8 kg domestic cylinder increased by Rs 45.
  • The new domestic LPG cylinder price has been fixed at Rs 3,700.

ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has increased the price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG).

OGRA has issued a notification to increase the price of LPG. The price of 11.8 kg domestic cylinder of LPG has been increased by Rs 45 from December 1.

The new domestic LPG cylinder price has been fixed at Rs 3,700, per kg of LPG has been increased by Rs 3.82 .

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NEPRA increases price of electricity for consumers

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NEPRA
  • The cost of electricity for consumers hike by Rs 40 paise per unit.
  • The decision will not apply to Lifeline and K-Electric customers.
  • Earlier, OGRA issued a notification to increase gas prices.

ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has increased the cost of electricity for the consumers and notification has also been issued.

According to the notification, the cost of electricity for consumers has been increased by Rs 40 paise per unit.

NEPRA’s notification said that electricity was hiked due to the September fuel adjustment and additional charges from electricity consumers will be made in November bills.

According to the notification, the decision will not apply to Lifeline and K-Electric customers.

It should be noted that Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) issued a notification to increase gas prices.

According to OGRA, the price has not been increased for protected consumers of gas between 25 and 90 cubic meters per month, however the fixed charges for protected consumers have been increased from Rs.10 to Rs.400.

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OGRA issues news gas prices

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Karachi Gas Loadshedding Timetable for Ramadan
  • The price increased for protected consumers of gas.
  • The fixed charges for protected consumers also increased.
  • The price of gas for export industries fixed at Rs.2100.

ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has issued a notification for the hike in gas prices for domestic, commercial, and industrial sectors.

According to OGRA, the price has not been increased for protected consumers of gas between 25 and 90 cubic meters per month, however, the fixed charges for protected consumers have been increased from Rs.10 to Rs.400.

The notification said that the price of gas for non-protected domestic consumers has been increased by more than 172 percent, while the price of 25 cubic meters of gas per month has been increased from Rs.200 to Rs.300 per MMBTU.

According to OGRA’s notification, the price of 60 cubic meters of gas per month has been increased from Rs 300 to Rs 600 per MMBTU, and the price of 100 cubic meters of gas per month has been increased from Rs 400 to Rs 1000 per MMBTU.

The notification states that the price of 150 cubic meters of gas per month has been increased from Rs 600 to Rs 1200 per MMBTU, while the price of 200 cubic meters of gas per month has been increased from Rs 800 to Rs 1600 per MMBTU.

According to OGRA’s notification, the price of 300 cubic meters of gas per month has been increased from Rs 1100 to Rs 3000 per MMBTU and the price of 400 cubic meters of gas per month has been increased from Rs 2000 to Rs 3500 per MMBTU.

The price of 400 cubic meters of gas per month has been increased from Rs 3100 to Rs 4000 per MMBTU.

According to the notification of OGRA, the gas price for ovens has been maintained at Rs 600 per MMBTU for Tandoor and the gas price for power plants has also been maintained at Rs 1050 per MMBTU.

The notification states that the price of gas for the cement sector has been fixed at Rs 4400 per MMBTU and for the CNG sector the price of gas has been fixed at Rs 3600 per MMBTU.

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OGRA to set petrol prices depends on international market

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OGRA petrol prices

The OGRA spokeperson addressed the speculation on the prices of petroleum. The price of petroleum has gone up internationally in recent times. The new prices are expected to be announced after a week. The spokesperson of the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) broke silence about the speculation on the prices of petroleum. On Monday, … Read more

LHC moved against recent hike in petroleum products

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LHC
  • Federal Govt, Ministry of Petroleum and OGRA made parties.
  •   The recent increase in prices will further increase inflation.
  • Cretaker government increased Rs 26.2 per liter on petrol.

LAHORE: A petition was filed in the Lahore High Court(LHC) against the recent increase in the prices of petroleum products.

Azhar Siddique, head of the Judicial Activism Panel, filed a plea in the Lahore High Court in which the federal government, the federal Ministry of Petroleum, and the Oil & Gas Regulatory Authority(OGRA) have been made parties.

It has been argued in the petition that the price of petroleum in the world market is low while in Pakistan it is continuously increasing while there is no mechanism determining the price of petroleum products in Pakistan.

The petitioner said that the recent increase in prices will further increase inflation as petrol is a basic need that cannot be kept away from the public in case of inflation.

Azhar Siddiq stated that increasing the price of petroleum products is tantamount to denying fundamental rights and violating the constitution, so the recent increase in the prices of petroleum products should be annulled by the court.

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LHC seeks reply over hike in fuel prices 

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fuel
  • Justice Sultan Tanveer Ahmed of LHC heard petition.
  • Petitioner said hike fuel prices will enhance inflation.
  • He requested court to annul increase in  fuel prices.

LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) has issued notices to the federal government, Oil & Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA), and others on the petition against the increase in the prices of petroleum products.

A hearing was held in the Lahore High Court on the petition against the increase in the prices of petroleum products.  Justice Sultan Tanveer Ahmed of Lahore High Court heard the petition.

The petitioner said in the statement that the prices of petroleum products are being increased in the country compared to the global market.

The petitioner said that the increase in the prices of petroleum products will enhance inflation in the country. The petitioner requested the court to annul the increase in the prices of petroleum products.

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OGRA hikes LPG price by Rs 24 per kg

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OGRA
  • The domestic LPG cylinder price increased by Rs.282.
  • The commercial cylinder price increased by Rs.1083.
  • LPG price per kg has increased from Rs 177 to Rs 201.

ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has increased the price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) by Rs 24 per kg.

According to the notification issued in this regard, the domestic LPG cylinder price has been increased by Rs.282 and the commercial cylinder price has been increased by Rs.1083.

LPG price per kg has increased from Rs 177 to Rs 201 while the price of 11.8 kg domestic cylinder has increased to Rs 2,374 from Rs 2,092.

The price of commercial cylinder has increased from Rs 8,049 to Rs 9,132.

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Ogra takes notice of increase in price of LPG

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Ogra takes notice of increase in price of LPG

ISLAMABAD: Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) has taken notice of increase in price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), the spokesperson of the authority said on Friday. The Ogra has directed oil marketing companies to ensure the sale of LPG at notified rate. Moreover, provincial and divisional government have also been contacted and asked them … Read more

LHC reserved its verdict on plea canceling bail of OGRA officials

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LHC
  • A hearing was held in the Lahore High Court.
  • Justice Sarfraz Ali Dogar reserved the decision after argument.
  • Deputy AG requested court to take notice and cancel the bail.

LAHORE: The Lahore High Court(LHC) has reserved its verdict on the plea of ​​canceling the bail of six Oil & Gas Regulatory Authority(OGRA) officers.

A hearing was held in the Lahore High Court on the plea to cancel the bail of six OGRA officers.

Justice Sarfraz Ali Dogar, while hearing the bail cancellation petition, reserved the decision after hearing the arguments.

The government of Pakistan has approached for canceling the bail of seven persons, including the former chairperson of OGRA Uzma Adil. Deputy Attorney General Asad Bajwa appeared in court on behalf of the federal government.

All the accused officers also appeared in court.

On behalf of the Federation, Deputy Attorney General Asad Bajwa argued that these officers misused their powers and that gas contracts were awarded to people of their choice at low prices.

Due to this, the national exchequer lost billions. The trial court, contrary to the facts, granted bail to these accused.

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OGRA further increases price of LPG

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  • OGRA has issued a notification for the increase in cylinder price.
  • Domestic LPG cylinder has been made more expensive by Rs 11.53.
  • The new price of LPG per kg has been fixed at Rs 277.77 paise.

KARACHI: Giving another shock to inflation-hit people, the government has further increased the price of a domestic cylinder of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG).

The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has issued a notification for the increase in domestic LPG cylinder price for the month of March.

According to the notification, domestic LPG cylinder has been made more expensive by Rs 11.53 paisa, the price of domestic cylinder has increased by Rs 136.6 paisa.

The new price of LPG per kg has been fixed at Rs 277.77 paise, while after the increase, the price of a domestic cylinder of 11.8 kg has been increased to Rs 3277. 73 paise.

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OGRA recommends levying GST on petrol, diesel

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Price of petrol, diesel could be further increased OGRA recommended levying GST on petrol, diesel It has also sought Rs10-15 per lite increase in diesel price ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has recommended an increase in the prices of petroleum products. The regulatory authority has sent a summary to the federal government … Read more

LHC seeks response from OGRA over increased petrol prices

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LHC petrol prices

LHC sought response from OGRA on increased petrol prices Petition filed in LHC requested court to take notice Petroleum prices have been once again increased LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) has sought a response from the federal government and OGRA in the petition against the increase in the prices of petrol. Justice Shahid Karim … Read more

LHC moved against increase in price of petroleum products

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LHC moved
  • A citizen filed plea through his lawyer Azhar Siddique.
  • Petitioner pleaded with the court to declare fuel prices void.
  • The OGRA and federal Govt have been made party in the case.

LAHORE: A plea was filed in the Lahore High Court (LHC) on Thursday, challenging the recent increase in prices of petroleum products.

The plea has been filed by a citizen named Muneer Ahmed through his lawyer Advocate Azhar Siddique.

He stated that the federal government has increased the prices of petroleum products which would lead to a further rise in inflation.

The petitioner pleaded with the court to declare the recent increase in fuel prices void.

The Oil & Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA), federal government and other concerned authorities have been made party in the case.

Earlier, the federal government increased the price of petrol by Rs22.20 per litre in a bid to appease the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for reviving $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF).

The rate of petrol was increased to Rs272.00 per litre from Rs249.80 per litre and the price of high-speed diesel (HSD) has been increased by Rs17.20 per litre to Rs280.00.

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SHC seeks criteria to increase prices of petroleum products

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SHC
  • OGRA and others have been made parties.
  • Petitioner said people are already crushed inflation.
  • The court adjourned the hearing for a week.

KARACHI: Sindh High Court (SHC) has sought decision of apex court decision regarding the increase in petroleum products prices.

The court hearing the petition against the hike of petroleum products sought the decision of the Supreme Court regarding price determination.

Secretary Finance, Secretary Petroleum, OGRA, and others have been made parties in the petition.

The court instructed the petitioner that Supreme Court had given a decision on pricing and you should submit that.

The petitioner requested the court to ask the government to not put the burden on the people as  people are already crushed under the burden of inflation.

The prices of petroleum products have increased in the history of the country by fulfilling the agenda of the IMF.

It is requested in the petition that the approval of the increase in the prices of petroleum products should be taken from the Parliament

The petitioner pleaded to the court to restore the old prices of petroleum products.

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OGRA denies reports of fuel, diesel shortage in Pakistan

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OGRA

OGRA refuted that there was a scarcity of gasoline and diesel in the nation. Sufficient stocks of gasoline and diesel are accessible throughout the country. Neighbourhood refineries are doing their part to satiate the demand for petroleum goods. KARACHI: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) refuted reports of a scarcity of petrol and diesel … Read more

OGRA stops illegal sale of LPG in plastic bags in Peshawar

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LPG sale

LPG was being sold in plastic bags in parts of Peshawar OGRA team stopped the illegal and dangerous activities The prices of LPG has increased due to shortages and gas crisis ISLAMABAD: Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has taken notice of the illegal and dangerous activity of selling Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) in plastic … Read more

OGRA Chairman: Consumer concerns will be addressed on priority

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OGRA Chairman
  • Masroor Khan, Chairman of the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA), stated on Thursday that the authority believes in tight collaboration with customers and resolving concerns that they face on a priority basis
  • He told a round-table meeting hosted by OGRA here that 51% of issues were handled when all stakeholders got together under one roof, and the remaining 49% were resolved by mutual conversation
  • The conference was co-chaired by OGRA Chairman Masroor Khan, Member (Gas) Muhammad Arif, and Member (Oil) Zainulabideen Qureshi

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ISLAMABAD: Masroor Khan, Chairman of the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA), stated on Thursday that the authority believes in tight collaboration with customers and resolving concerns that they face on a priority basis.

He told a round-table meeting hosted by OGRA here that 51% of issues were handled when all stakeholders got together under one roof, and the remaining 49% were resolved by mutual conversation. The conference was co-chaired by OGRA Chairman Masroor Khan, Member (Gas) Muhammad Arif, and Member (Oil) Zainulabideen Qureshi, which was held to discuss the Sui gas regulatory changes from the standpoint of consumers.

Member (Oil) Zainulabideen emphasized the significance of accepting criticism positively and constructively since it always leads to the correct path and an agreeable solution to any problem. Senior executives from OGRA’s Corporate Affairs Division, the Gas Department, with designated officials from Islamabad, Peshawar, and Lahore, as well as representatives from the Hydrocarbon Development Institution of Pakistan and the Ministry of Energy (Petroleum Division), were in attendance.

Representatives of the Sarhad, Rawalpindi, and Islamabad Chambers of Commerce and Industries, as well as the Chairman of the Cooperative CNG Association of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Alamzeb, raised concerns about the Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL), while members of the general public submitted various queries to the authority.

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OGRA announces a price rise for LNG in May

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OGRA

Price of LNG increases by $6.22/MMBTU on the Sui northern system. Price increases by $6.87/ MMBTU on Sui southern system. The hike is for the month of May. The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) on Friday issued a notification to grow the charge of liquefied herbal gasoline (LNG) for the month of May. According … Read more

Ogra, stakeholders discuss industry development

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Ogra Chairman Masroor Khan, chaired the meeting along with (Oil)-Ogra Member Zain-ul-Abideen Qureshi, senior executive directors and other key officers. All issues including the current scenario relating to PDC, IFEM matters, industry reservations on certain matters, oil industry suggestions and proposals aimed at protecting national interest were discussed. The meeting also discussed the promotion of … Read more

President signs OGRA, allied health professionals bills into acts

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President Alvi provides relief worth Rs1.9 m to bank fraud victims

ISLAMABAD: President Dr Arif Alvi on Tuesday signed into acts the bills related to the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) and Council Of Allied Health Sciences Pakistan. The bills include OGRA (Amendment) Act 2022, OGRA (Second Amendment) Act 2022, and Allied Health Professionals Council Act 2022. According to the president’s media office, Dr Arif … Read more

Ogra continues inspection of petrol pumps in Karachi

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ogra

KARACHI: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority’s enforcement team has inspected 150 petrol pumps of different oil marketing companies (OMCs) to check accurate measurements of oil, quality, price and safety standards, a statement said. The Authority has been continuously inspecting petrol pumps with its third party inspectors in the southern region while this process shall … Read more

Pakistan bourse likely to remain under pressure

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pakistan stocks

KARACHI: The KSE-100 Index lost 404 points to close at 45,676 level during the outgoing week ended February 18, 2022. Going forward, analysts expect the market to remain under pressure after the National Assembly passed the Ogra Amendment bills to bring entire liquefied natural gas (LNG) and re-gasified liquefied natural gas (RLNG) licensing and pricing … Read more

Latest Petrol Price in Pakistan: Petrol price may hit all-time high of Rs150 per liter

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Latest Petrol Price in Pakistan

 KARACHI: Sources at oil marketing businesses said on Thursday that the price of petrol is expected to hit an all-time high of Rs150 per litre, owing to a rise in crude oil prices on the international market. According to sources, the government plans to raise the price of petroleum products by Rs6 per litre, with … Read more

LHC irked by OGRA poor performance

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Lahore High Court

LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Monday expressed anger over the poor performance of Oil & Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) and remarked that it was not doing anything except issuing license after license. A two-member bench headed by Justice Jawad Hassan of the Lahore High Court was hearing petitions seeking action against those responsible for … Read more

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