Manik Aftab
Manik Aftab is a writer for TechJuice, focusing on the intersections of education, finance, and broader social developments. He analyzes how technology is reshaping these critical sectors across Pakistan.
Philip Morris Delisting Approved at Rs1,300 Per Share, PSX Confirms
By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐
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The Philip Morris delisting process from the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) is moving forward after its majority shareholder, Philip Morris Investments B.V., accepted the PSX-determined…
MVNO Framework Delay Raises Concerns in Telecom Market
By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐
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The long-awaited MVNO framework delay has created uncertainty in Pakistan’s telecom market, as the policy—aimed at inviting new investments and enabling small telecom players—awaits approval…
NCERT Warns of Cyber Threats from Email Misconfigurations (Do This ASAP)
By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐
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The National Cyber Emergency Response Team (National CERT) has issued a fresh advisory highlighting cyber threats arising from email misconfigurations, urging both public and private…
Punjab Imposes Muharram Drone Ban
By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐
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In a move that’s drawing attention from media and civil society alike, the Punjab government has enforced a Muharram drone ban, halting all drone usage…
Businesses Warn of Fallout from Sindh Minimum Wage Hike and New Taxes
By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐
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Strong opposition is mounting over the proposed Sindh minimum wage hike and tax measures in the Finance Bill 2025-26, as Karachi’s business community warns of…
SBP Foreign Exchange Reserves Decline by $2.65 Billion in One Week
By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐
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The SBP foreign exchange reserves witnessed a sharp decline of $2.65 billion in a single week, dropping to $9.06 billion as of June 20, 2025,…
U.S Embassy Confirms latest Changes For Pakistani Student’s Visa Applications
By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐
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The U.S. student visa requirements have been revised, with the Department of State now mandating social media identifiers along with essential documentation for all applicants…
Sindh Police Driving School Opens in Karachi to Train Citizens
By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐
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The Sindh Police Driving School has officially launched at the Police Training College in Saeedabad, Karachi, marking a new initiative aimed at promoting road safety…
Govt Exempts Income Tax on Rs1.2 Million Annual Salary
By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐
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The federal government has agreed to exempt income tax on annual salaries up to Rs1.2 million, following demands made by the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP)…
Is PayPal Really Available in Pakistan? False Rumors Debunked! Here’s What You Need to Know
By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐
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A recent announcement by Pakistan’s Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) claims the enablement of PayPal in Pakistan as part of a trial initiative aimed at…
Global Carbon Emissions Hit Record High in 2024 ( What Does this Means for Us?)
By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐
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Global carbon emissions from the energy sector hit a record high in 2024, marking the fourth consecutive year of rising emissions, according to the Energy…
Free Vehicle Emissions Testing Suddenly Halted in Lahore
By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐
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The Punjab government has announced that Emissions Testing System (ETS) booths across Lahore will remain closed today due to continuous rainfall, while also confirming an…
Fact Check: Has SBP Issued a New Rs1,000 Currency Note?
By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐
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A fact check has revealed that the viral Rs1,000 currency note circulating on social media is fake, as confirmed by the State Bank of Pakistan…
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