15 h. ago Pakistan delays satellite internet launch to tighten security controls

ISLAMABAD, July 12 — Pakistan has delayed the launch of satellite-based internet services, including those from Starlink and OneWeb, as the government drafts a stricter licensing framework. The move follows rising regional tensions and aims to ensure foreign-operated systems comply with national security standards. Until new regulations are finalized, all foreign satellite providers must reapply […]

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15 h. ago Syed Mohammed Ahmed leads call for reform in showbiz payments

Veteran actor Syed Mohammed Ahmed has openly criticised the growing problem of delayed payments in Pakistan’s entertainment industry. In a recent video shared on Instagram, he voiced the emotional and financial pressure actors face while waiting months to be paid for their work. He said most production houses treat actors unfairly, often forcing them to […]

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6 d. ago Pesticide delays threaten cotton and rice crops, warns crop body

The Pakistan Crop Protection Association (PCPA) has raised serious concerns over delays in pesticide registration and import approvals, warning that these issues could severely impact farmers during crucial cropping seasons. In a letter sent to the Ministry of National Food Security and Research, PCPA Executive Director Muhammad Sarwar Rahi stated that ongoing delays at the […]

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1 week ago 5G auction delays frustrate Pakistan’s digital leap, govt pushes for quick action

Pakistan’s much-anticipated 5G spectrum auction has faced delays, largely due to ongoing legal complexities. Federal IT Minister Shaza Fatima explained that the auction cannot proceed until the Competition Commission of Pakistan approves the merger between Telenor and PTCL. This approval is crucial, as the commission operates independently and its decision is awaited. The minister emphasized […]

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2 w. ago Attaullah Tarar Blames PTI’s Failed System for Swat River Tragedy

ISLAMABAD – Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar strongly criticized the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) government over delays in the Swat River rescue operation, blaming Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) 12-year governance for the tragedy. Speaking at a press conference in Islamabad, Tarar said the heartbreaking incident in Swat had left the entire nation in grief, with the Prime […]

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2 w. ago China says US attack on Iran damages credibility, calls for ceasefire

HONG KONG – China condemned the recent US strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, saying it has damaged Washington’s credibility and raised fears the conflict could spiral out of control. The comments followed a UN Security Council meeting on Sunday. China’s UN Ambassador Fu Cong urged all parties to avoid using force and to prevent further […]

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4 w. ago India faces flight chaos as 6 countries shut airspace over Iran

India’s aviation sector has been hit hard after six countries shut their airspace due to rising tensions between Iran and Israel. The airspace closures followed a wave of Israeli airstrikes and Iran’s swift military response. In contrast, Pakistan saw limited disruptions, but Indian carriers suffered heavy delays and losses. During the crisis, 30 Indian flights […]

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