Opinion

Effect of Power Theft on Communities

Electricity theft, commonly known as the "kunda system," is a pervasive issue in Pakistan, significantly undermining the country's energy sector and its economic stability. It is estimated that electricity theft costs the nation around PKR 600 billion annually. This staggering loss accounts for approximately 20-30% of the total electricity generated, with reports indicating that around 40% of power losses in...

Opinion

Negative Impact of Power Theft

It is frustrating if you face long power outages despite being a responsible citizen and paying bills on time because you live in an area with a high prevalence of power theft.  Electricity theft and non-payment of bills are two major factors that determine the loss profile of an area. This implies that many power...

Lots of dangling wires in Peshawar

Dangling wires of electricity, accessible power meters in streets and naked cables pose serious threats to the lives of the people in different localities of the provincial metropolis. The situation becomes more dangerous during the rain as children play near the power meters and touch the cables in their areas. The problem is common in the...

Islamabad’s Centaurus Mall Finally Reopens After Fire Incident

The development comes after the Chainstore Association of Pakistan (CAP) asked the CDA and the relevant authorities to reopen it since the mall’s management successfully fulfilled structural and safety prerequisites. Earlier, Additional District Magistrate headed a 7-member fact-finding committee, which discovered that the fire originated in the food court and it spread rapidly due to cooking...

Sorry state of road safety in Karachi

Karachi is the financial hub of Pakistan and hosts thousands of markets along with bank headquarters and business centres. The metropolitan city hosts recreational centres, sporting venues and national sites. However, the grass is not green on the other side when it comes to the provincial capital. There are many problems in “the city of lights”...

Public transport problems that Karachiites can relate to

Karachi, the "city of lights", has many problems and public transport system is one of them. Despite it being pocket friendly, it has its own risks comes with risks.    Karachiites see people waiting to catch a bus or rickshaw at street corners. However, their drivers, instead of stopping the bus, decrease the speed and that too...

7 Road Safety Tips to Remember

It’s just as important, if not more, to practice road safety when you’re out and about with your vehicle in order to avoid unfortunate circumstances such as accidents. Follow traffic signs Being able to recognize traffic signs is important for you to follow them. Traffic signs serve as warnings and regulations for drivers and pedestrians. Following Traffic...