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US-Dutch Action Targets ‘Pakistani’ Cybercrime Network
WASHINGTON: In a significant international operation, US and Dutch authorities have allegedly dismantled a Pakistani cybercrime network accused of selling hacking tools and fraud-enabling services…
Meta Alleges Israeli Spyware Firm Targeted WhatsApp Users in 24 Countries
WASHINGTON (Reuters): An official from Meta Platforms’ (META.O) widely-used WhatsApp messaging service on Friday claimed that Israeli spyware company Paragon Solutions targeted users, including journalists…
NHA Announces 25% Surcharge on Toll Fees for Vehicles Without M-Tag
The National Highways Authority (NHA) has recently announced a significant change in its toll collection system, aiming to enhance efficiency and promote the adoption of…
Finance Division Introduces Policy for Issuance of Commemorative Coins
ISLAMABAD: The Finance Division has introduced a commemorative coins policy to create a structured process for issuing special coins. Previously, the lack of a defined…
Pakistan’s Mobile Phone Imports Drop 7.46% in H1 FY2024-25
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan mobile phone imports totaled $733.425 million in the first half (July-December) of fiscal year 2024-25, showing a 7.46% decline compared to $792.581 million…
IT Ministry Opens 14 e-Rozgar Centers Across Pakistan
The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT) has set up 14 e-Rozgar Centres across the country to encourage freelance and digital business. The Pakistan…
CDNS Cuts Profit Rates on Savings Schemes by Up to 200 Bps
The Central Directorate of National Savings (CDNS) profit rates have experienced a significant reduction across most of its savings schemes. This move affects a wide…
KP writes to PTA over mobile network and internet disruptions
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has raised concerns over mobile network and internet disruptions in government offices across the province. Dr. Shafqat Ijaz, the…
Punjab Boosts Environmental Monitoring with 30 Air Quality Stations
LAHORE: The Punjab government has installed 30 air quality stations across the province to combat rising pollution. These Air Quality Monitoring Stations (AQMS) track pollution…
WhatsApp’s ‘View Once’ Fails at Privacy—Here’s Why
A critical security vulnerability in WhatsApp View Once has been discovered, allowing iPhone users to repeatedly access photos and videos meant for a single view.…
Etsy Opens Doors to Pakistani Sellers with Payoneer Payments
Etsy is a world-renowned platform that offers a wide variety of exclusive, vintage, and handcrafted goods. With the recent expansion of Etsy Payments to Pakistan,…
Punjab Govt Cracks Down on Speeding with New 60km/h Motorcycle Limit
Punjab: The Punjab government has implemented a 60km/h speed limit for motorcycles across the province, including Lahore, after approval from the provincial cabinet. The Transport…

