Rawalpindi Police Arrest TikToker in First PECA Case Over Social Media Posts

By Tech Desk ⏐ 11 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon 2 min read

Rawalpindi police have made their first arrest under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) after being granted expanded authority to combat cyber offenses. A…

Consumers Charged Rs18.86 Billion in TV Fees via Electricity Bills

By Tech Desk ⏐ 11 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon 2 min read

ISLAMABAD: In a surprising disclosure, it has been revealed that electricity consumers across Pakistan were billed a staggering Rs18.86 billion in television fees over the…

SECP Proposes Distinct Regulatory Framework for NBMFCs

By Tech Desk ⏐ 11 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon 2 min read

ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued a concept note outlining proposed amendments to the Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) framework. These…

PTA Receives New VPN Registration Applications Amid Licensing Expansion

By Tech Desk ⏐ 11 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon 2 min read

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has received applications from two additional companies seeking approval to operate as VPN service providers in the country. This…

13 6 Fall In Pakistans Mobile Imports In Fy25s Early Period

Pakistan’s Mobile Phone Imports Decline by 12.89% in FY 2024-25

By Tech Desk ⏐ 11 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon 2 min read

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan imported mobile phones worth $1 billion in the first eight months (July-February) of the current fiscal year 2024-25, marking a 12.89% decline compared…

PM&DC Under Fire Over Alleged Honorary Degree Registration Scandal

By Tech Desk ⏐ 11 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon 2 min read

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PM&DC) is embroiled in controversy after its president, Dr. Rizwan Taj, allegedly registered his honorary degree in violation…

World Bank Approves $102M for Pakistan’s RAM Project to Boost Microfinance

By Tech Desk ⏐ 11 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon 3 min read

ISLAMABAD: The World Bank’s Board of Directors has approved $102 million in financing for the Resilient and Accessible Microfinance (RAM) Project, aimed at expanding access…

Isuzu Pakistan Hypes Latest Generation D-Max with Teaser Image

By Tech Desk ⏐ 11 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon 2 min read

The buzz around the newly launched JAC T9 hasn’t settled yet, and Gandhara Industries is already making waves with another major announcement. The company has…

Chinese Companies Accused of Operating Scam ‘IT Centers’ in Islamabad, Pakistan

By Tech Desk ⏐ 11 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon 4 min read

Islamabad: Multiple Chinese companies, allegedly named Starwin and Dgvertex, etc. have established scam centers across Islamabad and other major cities of Pakistan. These fraudulent enterprises…

Pakistani Startups Make Their Debut on Meet The Drapers as BusCaro Reaches Semi-Finals

By Tech Desk ⏐ 11 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon 3 min read

Pakistan’s startup ecosystem is gaining international recognition as multiple entrepreneurs participate in the globally renowned reality TV show Meet The Drapers. The competition, hosted by…

US Remains Pakistan’s Top Export Destination in February

By Tech Desk ⏐ 11 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon 2 min read

ISLAMABAD: The United States remained Pakistan’s leading export destination in February, with shipments totaling $444.6 million—an increase of 4.9% compared to $423.8 million recorded in…

Multan Traffic Police Cracks Down on ‘Vigo Culture’ After Lahore Road Rage Incident

By Tech Desk ⏐ 11 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon 2 min read

LAHORE: After a viral video sparked outrage over the reckless behavior of private security guards escorting luxury vehicles, authorities have taken action against the so-called…

Senate IT Committee Reviews LDI Telecom Dues

By Tech Desk ⏐ 11 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon 2 min read

ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Information Technology convened to discuss the outstanding dues of Long-Distance and International (LDI) telecom companies, with Pakistan Telecommunication Authority…

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