Context.ph

13920 POSTS

M. Manila power rates up for third consecutive month

Power rates in Metro Manila will go up for the third consecutive month this January, mainly due to a higher generation charge and the...

DA revives advisory groups to monitor poultry, livestock volume and price

The Department of Agriculture's (DA) re-composition of a price and volume watch committee and advisory groups for livestock and poultry is a good start...

7M Metro Manila residents unaware of free septic tank desludging services

The Regulatory Office (RO) of the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) laments the number of Metro Manila residents remaining unaware that a good portion of their monthly water bill includes the desludging of septic tanks free of charge.

Global water activist cites perils of ignoring sustainable farming goals in Phl

The government drive to make the agriculture sector a key economic driver in the years forward is at peril unless sustainable farming is adopted as a matter of policy.

Regulator extends partial and conditional rate hike for Maynilad

Maynilad Water Services, Inc. (Maynilad) has been allowed to increase the tariff it charges customers but only as this relates to inflation and not the entire price adjustment mechanism, regulators said on Friday.

Just in

PLDT vows uninterrupted connectivity as Middle East tensions rise

PLDT Inc. has assured customers that its services will remain stable and uninterrupted despite escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, emphasizing its readiness to respond to potential global disruptions.

NTA calls on local governments to step up fight vs cigarette smuggling

The National Tobacco Administration (NTA) has urged local government units to strengthen efforts against cigarette smuggling, saying the illegal trade costs the country billions of pesos each year.

DENR to fast-track water projects, cut red tape

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is speeding up the rollout of water infrastructure in underserved provinces by simplifying its permitting process, Secretary Juan Miguel Cuna announced during the 2026 World Water Day event.

Filinvest posts broad growth, 15% net profit growth

Filinvest Development Corporation (FDC) delivered a record-breaking performance in 2025, with net income attributable to equity holders climbing 24 percent to P15.0 billion from P12.1 billion a year earlier, driven by strong contributions across its diversified portfolio.
spot_img