ISLAMABAD – A new report by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has raised concerns about Pakistan’s underperforming digital sector, warning that the country’s lagging digital infrastructure and low adoption rates are hampering economic growth. According to the comprehensive study, Pakistan’s digital sector contributes just 1.5% to the national GDP, revealing immense untapped potential. The ADB […]
Power Outage at Dhabeji Pumping Station Disrupts Water Supply in Karachi A major power breakdown struck the Dhabeji Pumping Station shortly after midnight, severely disrupting the water supply across Karachi. According to the Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation (KWSC), the outage occurred at approximately 12:20 AM and affected Line No. 5 at two critical points. […]
During the meeting, Naqvi conveyed Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s message of goodwill and best wishes to the Iranian leadership. He also congratulated the Iranian nation on what he described as a “historic victory against Zionist aggression.” He also recalled Islamabad’s swift and unequivocal condemnation of Israel’s aggression, stating that Pakistan was among the first countries […]
The local currency closed at PKR 284.72 per USD, down by 26 paisa or 0.09% from the previous day’s rate of PKR 284.46. The trading session saw the PKR fluctuate, reaching an intraday high (bid) of 285.0 and a low (ask) of 287.2, reflecting ongoing market volatility. In the open market, exchange companies quoted the […]
The incident occurred on Sunday near the Bhonja area of Faridabad when a car carrying four tourists from Gujranwala plunged into the river. Three of the passengers were injured but were rescued by residents shortly after the accident. However, one tourist remained missing, having been carried away by the river. A search operation was launched, […]
As per details, the Secretary of the Privatization Commission announced that the process is expected to be completed within 60 to 90 days. The government plans to retain 15 percent of PIA’s shares, while the remaining 85 percent will be offered for privatization, the secretary informed the committee. During the meeting, Committee Chairman Farooq Sattar […]
He was chairing a meeting here to review progress on the digitization of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), the implementation of an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based system, and other reforms. Hailing the availability of simple tax returns in Urdu, the prime minister said a helpline should be established to assist with the process of filing […]
Foreign Job Opportunities for Pakistanis on the Rise: BEOE ISLAMABAD – The number of Pakistanis seeking employment abroad is growing steadily, thanks to the country’s progressive workforce policies and increasing demand for both skilled and unskilled labor overseas. According to an official from the Bureau of Emigration & Overseas Employment (BEOE), over 10 million Pakistanis […]
The price surge follows a series of record-breaking days, with Bitcoin crossing the $118,000 mark on July 11 and hitting $120,000 just days later, as reported on social media platforms. Analysts attribute this rally to several factors, including increased institutional adoption, favorable regulatory developments, and Bitcoin’s growing reputation as a store of value akin to […]
All flights to and from the airport have been cancelled while police, emergency services, and air accident investigators are attending the incident, London Southend Airport said in a post on X. “We remain on the scene of a serious incident at Southend Airport,” the local Essex police said, adding that they were alerted just before […]
