Pakistan is preparing to take a major step toward industrial transformation with the finalization of the Mobile and Electronic Device Manufacturing Policy for 2026–2033. The policy, which is set to be presented to the Prime Minister, outlines a clear roadmap to shift the country from basic assembly operations to full-scale electronics manufacturing. This strategic move […]
Banks to Remain Closed for Public Transactions on January 1
Banks across Pakistan will remain closed for public transactions on Thursday, January 1, 2026, following a notification issued by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). According to the central bank’s official announcement, January 1 has been declared a bank holiday, during which all scheduled banks, development finance institutions (DFIs), and microfinance banks will suspend public […]
Houston to Daska Dusk: When Philanthropy Bleeds in Pakistan
With only 23 dollars in his pocket, a determined Pakistani left his homeland for the United States, carrying little more than hope and resilience. Through years of discipline, sacrifice, and persistence, he rose to become a successful businessman and one of the most respected overseas Pakistanis of his generation. In 2023, he captured national attention […]
PM Shehbaz Orders Use of Modern Technology to Improve Pakistan’s Immigration System
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to fully utilize modern technology to strengthen Pakistan’s immigration system, stressing the need for efficiency, transparency, and fairness. The instructions were issued during a high-level review meeting focused on combating human trafficking and addressing challenges linked to illegal travel abroad. While chairing the meeting, the prime minister appreciated […]
Blue Economy to Prove Game-Changer for Pakistan: Aurangzeb
Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb on Tuesday expressed optimism that the blue economy will emerge as a game-changer for Pakistan’s long-term economic growth and sustainability. Addressing the Pakistan International Maritime Expo & Conference (PIMEC) virtually at the Expo Centre Karachi, the finance minister said that the blue economy — encompassing fisheries, […]
Internet Services Suspended Across Quetta Over Security Concerns
Balochistan government recommends temporary shutdown; grenade attack reported in Dera Murad Jamali Internet services were suspended across Quetta on Friday due to security concerns, following a recommendation by the Balochistan government, 24NewsHD TV Channel reported. According to official sources, the provincial Home Department requested the federal government to temporarily shut down mobile and broadband internet […]
UK Ex-PM Rishi Sunak Lands Senior Roles at Microsoft and Anthropic
Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has officially taken up two high-profile advisory roles at leading US technology firms Microsoft and Anthropic, marking his entry into the global tech and artificial intelligence sectors after his political career. According to documents released by the Advisory Committee on Business Appointments (ACOBA), Sunak will serve as a part-time […]
From Letters to AI: The Evolution in Pakistan Launch of Digital Youth Hub By: Fatima Hasan Zaidi
Life changes with every passing day, reshaping the way we connect, communicate, and create. There was a time when telephones were confined to homes, and letters carried our words across borders, taking days and sometimes weeks to reach their destination. Then came; pagers buzzing doctors to save lives in emergencies, followed by mobile phones that […]
Raast P2M Service Launches to Boost Digital Payment Acceptance in Pakistan
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has launched a new Raast Person-to-Merchant (P2M) payment service to make it easier for businesses to accept digital payments. This will be a significant boost for the digital economy in Pakistan, as more businesses will be able to offer their customers a convenient and secure way to pay. Key […]
PTA conducts raids against illegal Internet service providers
The Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA) has conducted raids against illegal internet service providers (ISPs) in Samundri, Khiderwala, and Mureedwala, in partnership with the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA). During the raids, two individuals were apprehended and illegal ISP equipment was seized, including an unlawful wireless point-to-point (P2P) link or antenna. The PTA attributed the success of […]