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National Assembly Raises Alarm Over Fading Chip Development and Semiconductor Ambitions
The National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Science and Technology has turned its attention to Pakistan’s stalled semiconductor ambitions, requesting a full briefing in its next meeting as concerns grow over the sector’s lack of direction. The move follows a tense…
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A British Vlogger Flew 2,700 Miles to Pakistan, But Not For Sightseeing
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In a tale straight out of an overdramatic spy flick, British travel vlogger Lord Miles flew all the way from the UK to Jhelum, Pakistan.…
Punjab Replaces Sehat Card with Specialized Health Coverage
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The Punjab government has officially discontinued the Sehat Card scheme in all government hospitals across the province, effective June 30. The move marks the end…
PUAN-LMKT Masterclass Empowers Entrepreneurs at NIC Karachi Event
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KARACHI: Supported by U.S. Mission to Pakistan, the Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN), in strategic partnership with LMKT –a leading Pakistani technology company, organized a five-day…
Pakistan’s Mobile Industry Awaits Game-Changing Policy Shift
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ISLAMABAD: The industry is waiting for the Mobile Device Manufacturing Policy so that localization of parts becomes feasible leading to exports. This was stated by…
Pakistan and World Bank Align on $40 Billion CPF Strategy
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During high-level meetings in Washington, the World Bank and Pakistani officials confirmed their renewed commitment to implementing the recently launched Country Partnership Framework (CPF) 2026–2035,…
Punjab Imposes Muharram Drone Ban
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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…
Sindh Police Driving School Opens in Karachi to Train Citizens
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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…
US Tightens Social Media Rules for Pakistani Visa Applicants
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The United States has introduced tighter vetting rules for Pakistani applicants seeking non-immigrant visas under the F, M, or J categories. According to an announcement…
Pakistan’s Energy Use Per GDP Among Region’s Highest, Says World Bank Report
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Pakistan’s energy intensity, the amount of energy needed to produce $1 of GDP, was 4.2 megajoules (million joules, MJ) per United States dollar (US$), compared…
Global Carbon Emissions Hit Record High in 2024 ( What Does this Means for Us?)
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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…
What Are Some of the Common Scams Right Now? (And How To Avoid Them!)
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Common scams on the internet are evolving fast, even more than cybersecurity is. Thanks to AI, they are now even more potent. With the rise…
Who Is Zohran Mamdani? The Surprise Front-Runner in NYC’s Mayoral Primary
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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…
Serena Underpass Floods After 1st monsoon Rain, Sparks Outrage
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A section of Islamabad’s newly built Serena Underpass has collapsed, raising serious concerns over the quality of infrastructure managed by the Capital Development Authority (CDA).…
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