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K-Electric’s inefficiency triggers severe water crisis in Karachi; major pumping stations crippled

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K-Electric’s inefficiency triggers severe water crisis in Karachi; major pumping stations crippled

Karachi: Widespread electricity failures caused by K-Electric’s negligence and poor management have crippled Karachi’s water supply system, leading to an acute artificial water shortage across the city. Frequent power breakdowns at major pumping stations and filtration plants have left millions of residents struggling for even a drop of water. A major power outage occurred at … Read more

The Madness of Al-Jomaih

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The Madness

In its Monday, October 27, 2025 edition, the English daily City News Karachi published a scathing editorial highlighting the anti-state activities of K-Electric. The editorial pointed to the company’s minority shareholder, Al-Jomaih—the very entity implicated in the collapse of Karachi’s power infrastructure—as now resorting to blackmail against the Government of Pakistan. The consumers are mystified … Read more

Karachi Power Crisis: K-Electric cuts power supply of lines area over Rs4 Billion unpaid bills

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Karachi Power Crisis: K-Electric cuts power supply of lines area over Rs4 Billion unpaid bills

KARACHI: K-Electric has cut off electricity to Karachi’s Lines Area after unpaid dues from residents crossed Rs4 billion, the company’s spokesperson said on Monday. According to K-Electric, the power supply was disconnected due to widespread non-payment by defaulters. The company urged residents to clear their bills immediately, warning that timely payments are crucial to reduce … Read more

K-Electric reports PKR 4.13 billion profit in FY2024 despite challenges

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K-Electric reports PKR 4.13 billion profit in FY2024 despite challenges

K-Electric (KE) has announced a profit after tax of PKR 4.13 billion for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, showing resilience despite tough economic conditions. The results were approved in the company’s board meeting on September 23, 2025. The board noted that Pakistan’s economy grew only 2.51 percent in FY24, while high inflation and … Read more

No risk to Malir stream power tower, Says K-Electric

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No risk to Malir stream power tower, Says K-Electric

Karachi: K-Electric has dismissed social media claims about a damaged high-voltage transmission tower in the Malir stream, confirming that the structure is completely safe and stable. A KE spokesperson said the company conducted a safety inspection after the tower was identified in viral videos. The inspection confirmed that the tower remains structurally sound and poses … Read more

Good news for Electricity users: Power prices reduced across Pakistan

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Good news for Electricity users: Power prices reduced across Pakistan

Islamabad: There’s some great news for electricity users across Pakistan! The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has approved a reduction in power prices, which will bring financial relief to millions of people. NEPRA has approved a Rs 1.89 per unit cut in electricity prices under the quarterly adjustment for April to June 2025. This … Read more

Sindh Governor refuses to grant relief to K-Electric CEO Moonis Alvi

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Sindh Governor refuses to grant relief to K-Electric CEO Moonis Alvi

Sindh Governor Kamran Khan Tessori has refused to grant interim relief to K-Electric CEO Moonis Alvi, who is facing a workplace harassment case. The decision came on Tuesday following a formal request by Alvi’s legal team. According to a press release from the Governor’s House, a full hearing of the case — Moonis Alvi vs. … Read more

NEPRA approves electricity tariff reduction

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NEPRA approves electricity tariff reduction

Islamabad: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has approved a reduction of Rs1.50 per unit in the basic electricity tariff, providing relief to consumers across the country. The revised average tariff for power distribution companies will now be set at Rs34 per unit. NEPRA has forwarded its decision to the federal government for official … Read more

KE seeks April tariff slash of Rs. 4.69 per unit

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K-Electric seeks April tariff slash of Rs. 4.69 per unit

Karachi: KE consumers may soon receive a relief of Rs4.69 per unit as the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) is set to hold a hearing today on KE’s plea for tariff adjustment. KE has formally requested the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) to approve a reduction of Rs. 4.69 per unit in electricity … Read more

Why Karachi’s Electricity Got Cheaper? While others it’s expensive across the country?

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Why Karachi's Electricity Got Cheaper? While others it’s expensive across the country?

ISLAMABAD: In a recent tariff adjustment, the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has created a notable disparity in electricity prices across the country, bringing relief to Karachi while increasing the burden on consumers elsewhere. According to NEPRA’s latest notifications, electricity prices for K-Electric customers have been reduced by Rs. 2.99 per unit. This adjustment, … Read more

K-Electric’s dark secret exposed: Illegal takeovers and declining financial performance push investors away

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K-Electric’s dark secret exposed: Illegal takeovers and declining financial performance push investors away

Big troubles at K-Electric have finally come to light. The company is caught up in legal battles and facing serious performance issues. Because of all these problems, investors are no longer interested in K-Electric. The Financial Times has released a detailed report on K-Electric’s (KE) performance and current situation. Financial Times is an internationally respected … Read more

Karachi power consumers may get another relief as K-Electric requests for reduction

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Karachi power consumers may get another relief as K-Electric requests for reduction

KARACHI: K-Electric has requested a reduction in electricity prices, potentially bringing relief to power consumers in Karachi, news reported. K-Electric has requested NEPRA to reduce the power tariff by Rs6.62 per unit in the monthly fuel adjustment for February. If approved, this reduction would provide a total relief of Rs6.66 billion. K-Electric submitted its request … Read more

K-Electric seeks another major tariff cut

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K-Electric seeks another major tariff cut

Karachi’s electricity consumers may soon get relief as K-Electric (KE) has submitted a petition to the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) seeking a Rs4.84 per unit reduction in power tariffs. The proposed refund comes after KE charged higher per-unit electricity rates in January 2025. Under the monthly fuel charges adjustment (FCA) for January, the … Read more

NEPRA notifies Rs 3 per unit relief for K-Electric consumers

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NEPRA

ISLAMABAD:K-Electric submitted provisional monthly fuel charge adjustments (FCA) request for January 2025, to be translated as relief of PKR 4.84 per kWh for customers. Following a hearing, yet to be announced, the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) will issue a decision clarifying the FCA amount to be passed on to customer bills and the … Read more

Jamaat-e-Islami calls K-Electric the biggest mafia

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Jamaat-e-Islami

Karachi: Ameer of Jamaat-e-Islami Karachi, Muneem Zafar, has labeled K-Electric as the biggest mafia in the public sector power industry. Speaking to BOL News, Muneem Zafar stated that K-Electric does not generate electricity, yet the government continues to provide subsidies. He criticized the privatization of K-Electric, highlighting that promises made to end load-shedding were false, … Read more

K-Electric tariff drops by Rs0.4 per unit

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Al-Jomaih group illegally takes over K-Electric with only 9% shares

NEPRA has announced a reduction of Rs0.492 per unit in electricity prices for Karachi consumers as part of the October 2024 Fuel Charges Adjustment (FCA). The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) approved K-Electric’s petition for a provisional monthly FCA for October 2024, offering relief of PKR 0.492 per kWh to be reflected in January … Read more

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