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Reforms in the power sector are under progress as a number of IPP contracts expire.

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In order to lower electricity costs and improve availability for consumers, the federal government has started a number of extensive reforms in the power industry under the direction of the National Task Force.

The task team is carrying out important actions for the public’s benefit, including examining and ending out-of-date contracts with specific Independent Power Producers (IPPs), Power Minister Owais Leghari stressed.

Leghari emphasized that these changes are intended to reduce government expenditures as well as electricity costs.

The government is also working to improve the energy infrastructure and has started the process of privatizing distribution firms. With the introduction of a new power market structure, consumers will have more options when it comes to buying electricity.

Revolving debt in the power sector has increased to $9.5 billion, highlighting how urgent these measures are. The average man will eventually gain from the reforms, according to economic experts, as they would lower electricity prices and significantly boost the economy.

Federal Minister for Energy Owais Leghari is the chair of the task force for structural reforms in the power sector, which Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif established.

NEPRA, CPPA, PPIB, SECP, army officials, and representatives from other sectors make up the task team. Within a month, it must present recommendations to the prime minister that prioritize cutting capacity payments to IPPs and resolving other crucial concerns to guarantee the power industry’s financial viability.

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UN Resolution 122: Ambassador Talks About Kashmir-Palestine Connections, Cites Rizwan Saeed

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Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, the ambassador of Pakistan to the United States, said that the problems of Palestine and Kashmir are comparable and had to be handled jointly. Speaking at a Pakistani Embassy Black Day event for Kashmir, he underlined the importance of increasing public awareness of the region, particularly in light of the impending U.S. elections.

Rizwan Saeed cited Resolution 122 of the UN Security Council, which forbids taking unilateral action over the Kashmir problem.

He asked human rights organizations and the world community to draw attention to the predicament of Kashmiris and called for unity among the community.

President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar all gave speeches at the ceremony. A film presentation about the fight for Kashmir’s independence was also shown.

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Security Forces Kill at Least One, Arrest Another Khwarij in Zhob District IBO

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One Khwarij was killed by security forces in an intelligence-based operation in the Sambaza, Zhob District, general area, while another was captured with injuries.

Security forces carried out the operation in response to Khwarij’s reported presence.

A fierce firefight broke out between Khwarij and the own troops throughout the operation, which led to one Kharji being sent to hell and another being captured with injuries.

Additionally, weapons and ammo were found among them.

A sanitization effort is underway to eradicate any other Kharji who could be in the vicinity.

Pakistan’s security forces, in tandem with the country, are resolute in their efforts to prevent any attempts to undermine the peace, stability, and advancement of Balochistan.

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US-Pakistan Discusses Democracy and Human Rights When Pakistani Ambassador Calls Congress

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Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, the ambassador of Pakistan to the United States, spoke with Congressmen Jim Mcgovern and Susan Wild over the phone recently.

The conversation centered on human rights and democratic values, as well as strengthening Pakistan-U.S. bilateral ties.

Throughout the call, the officials concurred that continuing contact is crucial to enhancing and growing Pakistan-U.S. ties.

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