National Assembly passes ‘The National Forensics Agency Bill, 2024’ Shaza Fatima Khawaja says the govt fully committed to supporting IT industry to unlock opportunities of digitization Some challenges to users’ experience because of the internet congestion and limited spectrum availability. State Minister The National Forensics Agency will integrate digital andRead More →

ECC Meeting Presided Over by Finance Minister: Subsidy Approved for Urea Fertilizer Import, Rs. 14 Billion Grant for Solarizing Agricultural Tubewells Aurangzeb pointed out that while the prices of chicken, lentils, and chickpeas have decreased globally, their prices have risen in Pakistan, and this issue needs to be addressed. ISLAMABAD Read More →

PTA Blocks Over 5.8 Million Inactive SIMs Nationwide ISLAMABAD  (  WEB  NEWS  ) The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has revealed that over 5.8 million inactive SIM cards have been blocked across the country. According to PTA, a crackdown was conducted against illegal SIMs during the fiscal year 2023-24, and asRead More →

ISLAMABAD   (   WEB  NEWS  ) Nasir Mansoor Qureshi, President of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) has urged the Capital Development Authority (CDA) to prioritize the construction of the much-needed Parking Plaza in I-8 Markaz for the benefit of both visitors and traders. He made this appeal whileRead More →

Pakistan proposes cybersecurity center of excellence to bolster digital security for OIC nations Two-day workshop on cybersecurity challenges  opportunities for OIC nations is being hosted in Islamabad PTA chief informs the gathering Pakistan ranks among the top 40 nations in the Global Cybersecurity Index 2024 ISLAMABAD  (   WEB  NEWS   )Read More →

Maulana Fazl-ur-Rehman: Government is the Biggest Obstacle to the Madaris Bill If there is already consensus, then why are there objections? The Gazette notification should be issued. What punishment is being given to the Madaris now? The secret has been revealed today that our legislation will be according to someoneRead More →

The policy rate reduction will boost economic activity. President FPCCI Atif Ikram Sheikh ISLAMABAD  (  WEB  NEWS  ) President Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industries Atif Ikram Sheikh has said that the reduction of 200 basis points in the policy rate by the State Bank is welcome, thereRead More →

The Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry hosted an impressive ceremony to launch the ‘Quran Translation The Quran teachings, individuals can achieve inner peace, moral integrity, and fulfillment in this world. ISLAMABAD   (  WEB  NEWS  ) The Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) hosted an impressive ceremony to launchRead More →

Bank of AJK Partners with Faysal Bank to Revolutionize Financial Transactions and Enhance Cash Management ISLAMABAD  (  WEB  NEWS   ) Bank of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (BAJK), a leading financial institution, has entered into a strategic partnership with Faysal Bank Limited. This collaboration aims to revolutionize the way financial transactionsRead More →

Ufone 4G Announces a Partnership with Jubilee Insurance to Launch General Insurance Service for its Customers ISLAMABAD  (  WEB  NEWS  ) Ufone 4G, a leading Pakistani telecommunications service provider, and Jubilee Insurance, a renowned insurance company, are proud to announce their partnership to launch the JGI Insurance Products for UfoneRead More →

PTA denies blocking VPNs, reports record Rs.955bn telecom revenues Telecom sector sees 81% 3G/4G coverage as broadband users rise ISLAMABAD  (   WEB  NEWS  ) The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) clarified that no virtual private networks (VPNs) have been blocked in the country so far, nor is there any plan toRead More →

State Bank of Pakistan cuts key policy rate by 200 basic points to 13% from 15% Says headline inflation eased further to 4.9% y/y in November from 7.2% in the previous month PM Shehbaz welcomed the 2 percent reduction in the policy rate by the State Bank of Pakistan KARACHI/ISLAMABAD Read More →