9 h. ago SBP partners with Japan’s Soramitsu for digital currency rollout: report

In a major step towards digitisation, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is working with Soramitsu, a Japanese blockchain technology developer, to pilot a central bank digital currency (CBDC) in the country this year, reported Nikkei Asia on Tuesday. As per the report, the digital Pakistani rupee pilot will be run on Soramitsu’s CBDC platform […]

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12 h. ago CJP Afridi questions LHC’s ‘final observations’ in Imran’s May 9 bail cases

Directs counsels of both respondents to assist the court with legal questions and complete preparations by next hearing on August 19 At one point, Salman Safdar requested court to allow him to speak at rostrum but CJP denied ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Yahya Afridi on Tuesday questioned some of the observations made by […]

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12 h. ago Lahore to Karachi Train Ticket Price, Timings – August 2025 Update

KARACHI – Pakistan Railways offers multiple trains from two of the key cities, Lahore and Karachi. The journey takes approximately

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44 h. ago ADB approves $8.32 million to boost Punjab irrigation system

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved $8.32 million in financing to help Punjab improve its irrigation infrastructure and increase water availability for farming. This funding will prepare key projects for smoother implementation and quicker fund disbursement. The money will support five priority projects identified by Punjab’s government in 2019, focusing on upgrading irrigation systems. […]

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46 h. ago Over 1,100 explosive devices cleared from Yemen war zones this month

Saudi Arabia’s landmine clearance project, Masam, has successfully cleared 1,140 explosive devices from Yemen’s war-torn areas this month. The initiative is led by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSRelief). According to reports, the cleared devices include 1,090 landmines, 49 anti-tank mines, and one anti-personnel mine. These explosives were scattered randomly, posing a […]

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58 h. ago Six Jaffar Express bogies derailed after blast in Mastung, no loss of life

Incident comes 3 days after the train escaped a disaster in Sibi, where a bomb planted near track exploded just after it passed by Abbasi condemns attack, vowing such cowardly acts of terrorism would never deter the nation’s resolve Services of Jaffar Express and Bolan Mail suspended till August 14 due to security reasons MASTUNG/LAHORE: […]

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59 h. ago Unlocking $25bn crypto dream requires smart regulation: experts

Pakistan is positioning itself to tap into a projected $2.5 billion market by 2025 end and 29 million users by 2026, signaling a potential fintech leap for the country. However, this promise is conditional on enacting smart regulations, raising public awareness, and building trust in digital finance. Without a clear legal framework and national strategy, […]

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63 h. ago Upto 0.5m youngsters flock to PM’s Digital Hub in record time

ISLAMABAD: The Prime Minister’s Digital Youth Hub has witnessed an unprecedented surge in registrations, with over 500,000 young individuals signing up within a mere two months, testament to the platform’s growing popularity and potential. This remarkable achievement underscored the government’s commitment to empowering youth through digital skills and opportunities. According to an official, the Digital […]

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64 h. ago Lahore’s Wahga heritage corridor nears completion, boosting tourism

Lahore’s first dedicated tourism highway, the Wahga Heritage Corridor, is almost ready to open, promising better travel facilities for thousands of commuters and tourists visiting the Wagah Border. The project was reported by 24NewsHD TV on Sunday. Stretching 13 kilometers from Quaid-e-Azam Interchange to the Zero Line at Wagah Border, the corridor has cost around […]

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66 h. ago Blast on Mastung railway track disrupts Balochistan train services

A powerful blast occurred on the railway track in Mastung, Balochistan, on Saturday, causing six carriages of the Jaffar Express to derail. According to railway officials, the explosion took place while the passenger train was traveling from Quetta to Rawalpindi. Fortunately, no casualties were reported in the incident, but the impact was strong enough to […]

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68 h. ago Pakistani, Saudi universities build advanced VTOL surveillance drone

Two Pakistani universities and one Saudi institution have successfully designed, developed, and tested a hybrid autopilot Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) drone, marking a major milestone in regional drone technology for surveillance purposes. The project was a joint effort between King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Saudi National Textile Arabia University Faisalabad, and […]

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3 d. ago Digital finance success hinges on trust, security, and innovation

Jahanzeb Khan, President & CEO of easypaisa digital bank, emphasized the importance of customer trust, robust security, and innovation-driven product design during his participation at the GSMA Digital Nation Summit in Islamabad on Thursday. Speaking at a fireside chat titled “From Cybersecurity to Digital Payments – Ensuring Trust in a Cashless Future,” Jahanzeb highlighted the […]

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3 d. ago POS, CCTV, and Online Sales: All you need to know about Business Surveillance in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD – Authorties in Pakistan are rolling out sweeping regulations that will bring sales tax–registered businesses under 24-7 digital surveillance,

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3 d. ago Railways digitalization, upgradation, outsourcing projects to be completed this year: Abbasi

Minister says short and long-term projects underway to modernize rail operations, promote regional connectivity Reveals modern DMU trains would operate on various routes, including Lahore to Faisalabad, Narowal, Kasur and others, with a capacity of 650 passengers each FAISALABAD: Federal Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi on Saturday reiterated his commitment to completing digitalization of […]

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3 d. ago Hunger kills 4 more in Gaza; world condemns Israel’s “complete siege”

Gaza’s health ministry reported that four more Palestinians died from hunger in the last 24 hours. This raises the total hunger-related deaths to 201. Meanwhile, the international community, including China, the UN, and several European countries, strongly condemned Israel’s plan for a “complete siege” of Gaza. They warned that this move will worsen the already […]

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4 d. ago Norwegian, Punjab police discuss tackling growing cybercrime, digital fraud

Norwegian police delegation meets Punjab IGP, agree on enhancing mutual cooperation LAHORE: The Punjab Police and Norwegian Police agreed on enhancing mutual cooperation in different sectors, including the capacity-building of Punjab Police in tackling the growing challenges of cybercrime and digital fraud, according to a statement issued from the Central Police Office. The consensus was […]

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4 d. ago Pakistan Navy wraps up crucial port security drill at Karachi Harbour

KARACHI – Pakistan and Turkish naval forces completed landmark bilateral amphibious drill in continuous focus on tactical innovation and multi-agency

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4 d. ago Master Changan motors marks 25,000 Karvaan units with upgraded launch and new 1.2L Sherpa

Lahore – 7th Aug 2025: In a notable development for Pakistan’s commercial and family mobility sector, Master Changan Motors Limited (MCML) has launched upgraded variants of its two most popular vehicles, the Karvaan and the Sherpa,  signaling a fresh commitment to safety, performance, and practicality. At a grand launch event held in Lahore, the company […]

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4 d. ago GSMA warns Pakistan: digital barriers threaten investment growth

The Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA) has warned that barriers to digital progress and lack of reforms in Pakistan could put future investments at risk. Despite Pakistan’s potential and strong vision for a “Digital Pakistan,” GSMA said delays in telecom policy reforms may cause the country to fall behind regional peers. This hesitation […]

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5 d. ago Strengthening right to information to counter misinformation

Kausar Abbas IN the digital age, where the flow of information is instant and ubiquitous, the challenge of misinformation and

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