Green Falcons Prepare for Landing: Saudi Delegation Inspects Jinnah Stadium Ahead of World Cup Qualifier Clash Islamabad, Pakistan: In a move that has heightened anticipation amongst Pakistani football fans, a two-member delegation from the Saudi Arabia Football Federation arrived in Islamabad on Tuesday. Their mission? To inspect Jinnah Stadium, the designated venue for the much-awaited…
Pakistan Grapples with High Electricity Costs: Taxes and Solar Power Under Scrutiny Pakistan’s power sector faces a significant challenge: high electricity costs for consumers. In a recent meeting with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Pakistani officials highlighted the impact of various taxes and subsidies on electricity bills. Here’s a breakdown of the key points: The…
Introduction: People use chat apps every day to talk to friends and family. It is important to feel safe while chatting. A new feature has been added to help with that. It makes your chats even more private. This change helps you protect your messages from others. It gives you more control over who sees…
Karachi Struggles in Global Cities Index, Islamabad and Lahore Show Room for Improvement Pakistan’s largest cities face challenges according to the latest Global Cities Index published by Oxford Economics on Tuesday. Karachi ranked a lowly 918th out of 1,000 cities surveyed, while Islamabad and Lahore came in at 578th and 878th respectively. The Index assesses…
Introduction Lahore is taking a major step towards sustainable urban transportation with the launch of its first-ever electric bus service. This initiative, led by Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, aims to promote eco-friendly public transport, reduce carbon emissions, and enhance urban mobility. The project, which has been soft-launched by the Punjab Transport Company, will begin…
Apple has officially discontinued the iPhone SE lineup, making way for its successor, the iPhone 16e. Priced at $599, the iPhone 16e marks a significant shift in Apple’s smartphone strategy, effectively removing the sub-$500 iPhone option from the market. The device will be available for preorder starting February 21 and will begin shipping on February…
In a surprising move that blends the worlds of sports and entertainment, global football icon Cristiano Ronaldo has teamed up with acclaimed filmmaker Matthew Vaughn to launch a new film studio. This exciting collaboration promises to bring a fresh wave of creativity, storytelling, and international appeal to the movie industry. Here’s everything you need to…
The National Assembly Standing Committee on IT & Telecom was informed that Starlink is expected to launch in Pakistan within six months. Parliamentary Secretary for IT and Telecom Sabeen Ghauri stated that Starlink applied for a license in 2022, but delays occurred due to a lack of regulatory framework. She estimated final approvals could take…
Faysal Bank Ltd., a leading Islamic bank in Pakistan, has joined forces with Alliance Network to revolutionize digital payment solutions for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). This strategic partnership aims to expand the digital payment infrastructure across Pakistan, empowering businesses with advanced, cashless payment options that drive revenue growth and promote financial inclusion. Enhancing Shariah-Compliant…
GuGo Motors has officially launched the GuGo Box EV in Pakistan, introducing three variants: E1, E2, and E3. To attract buyers, the company has announced three pricing plans—Early Bird Offer, Launch Day Offer, and Regular Price—allowing customers to book their EVs at discounted rates. This marks a major milestone in Pakistan’s growing electric vehicle market,…
