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Punjab Declares Local Holiday, Metro Bus Service Partially Suspended
ECNEC Approves 27 Projects Worth Rs1.5 Trillion
ISLAMABAD: In a surprising move, the federal government approved 27 major projects worth over Rs1.5 trillion in just a few hours. The Executive Committee of…
Govt Approves Exemption for Import of Unregistered lifesaving Drugs in Pakistan
Pakistan’s federal cabinet has approved a five-year exemption for importing unregistered lifesaving drugs for hospitals and institutions. This decision aims to ensure uninterrupted access to…
Pak Suzuki Employee Caught in Insider Trading Case Filed by SECP
Islamabad— As part of its enforcement mandate, the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has filed a criminal complaint against the company secretary of…
Karachi Students Build Wuzu Water Recycling System
Students from Karachi’s Aligarh Institute of Technology (AIT) have designed a wuzu (ablution) water recycling system aimed at conserving water and helping tackle Pakistan’s worsening…
Reimbursements Begin for Users After Digital Tax Removal
Last month, the government imposed new taxes on local and international brands. These changes increased online shopping costs for Pakistani buyers. Additionally, taxes were introduced…
GSMA APAC Digital Nation Summit 2025 Highlights Pakistan’s Digital Future
Islamabad hosted the second GSMA Digital Nation Summit on August 7th, bringing together policymakers, telecom executives, tech innovators, fintech leaders, and climate experts at the…
Push for IT Regulatory Cell Gains Momentum to Boost Freelance Remittances
Pakistan’s tech stakeholders and freelance community are pushing the government to establish an IT regulatory cell that would formalise digital exports, support remote workers, and…
Mega Water Supply Project Planned for Twin Cities
The government has announced a comprehensive water supply project to address the worsening water crisis in Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Minister of State for Interior Talal…
You May Have to Pay $15,000 for a US Tourist Visa
Travelers applying for a US tourist visa may soon face a hefty bond requirement of up to $15,000, as the United States plans to launch…
Rising Pakistani Star Joins Google as Gaming Industry Lead
Pakistan’s fast-growing tech and gaming ecosystem has scored a major win on the global stage. Fasieh Mehta, a seasoned industry expert and passionate advocate for…
Three New Routes Confirmed for Karachi Green Line BRT
Residents of the Sindh capital will soon see improvements in public transport as the second phase of the Karachi Green Line BRT begins construction in…
Now You Can Travel to Iran and GCC via Ferry Service
The Ministry of Maritime Affairs has approved Pakistan’s first-ever ferry service license. The international operator, Sea Keepers, will launch ferry routes that connect Pakistan with…