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.
Bykea Shocks the Market with new Payment Feature
By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐
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Ride-hailing and delivery platform Bykea has announced the rollout of digital payments for rides, allowing passengers to pay through Easypaisa, JazzCash, and online bank transfers,…
Punjab to Begin Garbage Tax Collection from July (Rates & Date Confirmed)
By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐
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The Punjab government is set to begin garbage tax collection from both urban and rural areas starting July 1, 2025, under the Rs200 billion Suthra…
FBR to Suspend Bank Accounts of Sales Tax Evaders on THIS Date
By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐
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In a major policy shift, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) will have the authority to temporarily suspend bank accounts of unregistered sales tax evaders…
ADB Urges Reforms to Boost Pakistan IT Sector
By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐
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The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has emphasized that Pakistan must improve its regulatory environment and infrastructure to strengthen the Pakistan IT sector and enhance digital…
James Webb Telescope Captures First Exoplanet Image
By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐
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The James Webb Telescope has captured its first direct image of an exoplanet, astronomers announced on Wednesday, revealing a rare glimpse of the newly discovered…
Pakistan Showcases Mining Potential to US Firms
By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐
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Federal Minister for Energy Ali Pervaiz Malik on Wednesday called on American investors to explore Pakistan’s mining potential through joint ventures and public-private partnerships, underscoring…
MDCAT 2025 Likely on THIS Date as Students Intensify Preparation
By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐
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Thousands of medical aspirants across the country are ramping up their preparation for MDCAT 2025, following media reports that the highly anticipated test may be…
PTCL’s Acquisition of Telenor Pakistan Faces Fresh Delay
By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐
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ISLAMABAD: The long-anticipated PTCL acquisition of Telenor Pakistan has hit yet another roadblock, with regulatory approvals still pending and the transaction now expected to close…
TOMCL Becomes First Pakistani Exporter of Beef Casings to Europe
By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐
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KARACHI: The Organic Meat Company Limited (PSX: TOMCL) has made history by becoming the first Pakistani firm to export beef casings to Europe, a breakthrough…
Who Is Zohran Mamdani? The Surprise Front-Runner in NYC’s Mayoral Primary
By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐
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NEW YORK: In a stunning political twist, Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old democratic socialist and state lawmaker from Queens, is on the verge of a major…
Pakistan Seeks HEDP Project Extension to Finalize IT Work
By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐
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The federal government has formally requested a fourth HEDP project restructuring from the World Bank to extend the $393.73 million Higher Education Development in Pakistan…
Pakistan Trade Deficit with Neighbouring Countries Widens by $11.17B
By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐
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The Pakistan trade deficit with neighbouring countries widened by 32.82% to $11.17 billion during the first 11 months of the current fiscal year (FY25), compared…
China Approves Partial Rescheduling of $1.8 Billion Debt for Pakistan
By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐
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China has agreed to a partial debt rescheduling for Pakistan worth $1.8 billion, which is nearly half of what Islamabad initially requested last year. Despite…
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