IT Ministry seeks Rs1.67bn for startups, freelancing and digital skills in FY27
The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication has sought over Rs 1.67 billion for FY2026-27 under three key ongoing projects — Pakistan Startup Fund, Bridge Start Pakistan and e-Rozgaar Pakistan — as part of broader Prime Minister IT support initiatives…
AI Policy Stuck in Limbo as Implementation Lags Six Months After Approval
Six months after the federal cabinet approved Pakistan’s ambitious National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy, the blueprint meant to steer the country into the global AI race remains largely confined to paper, with key institutional structures, funding mechanisms and provincial coordination…
Zindigi, Punjab University Digitize Fee Payments Through Raast Dynamic QR
Zindigi, powered by JS Bank, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of the Punjab to digitize the university’s fee payment system using Raast Dynamic QR (DQR), marking a significant step in financial innovation within Pakistan’s public…
Islamabad High Court Seeks Report on Social Media Safety for Under-16 Children
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has directed the federal government to submit a detailed report on measures taken to regulate social media use by children under 16 years of age, raising concerns over online safety and child protection. Justice Arbab…
Mashreq and Ufone Join Forces to Offer Seamless Digital Telco Services via Mashreq App
Mashreq Pakistan has announced a strategic partnership with Ufone, bringing essential telecom services directly into the Mashreq app. Customers can now top up mobile credit and purchase Ufone bundles without leaving their banking interface, marking a major step in digital…
Pakistan Puts Starlink Approval on Hold
Islamabad Pakistan has put the approval process for Elon Musk-owned Starlink on hold, delaying the launch of satellite-based internet services in the country amid rising concerns over data security, regulatory control, and shifting global political dynamics. The move reflects Islamabad’s…
Pakistan Bans Use of Personal Email Accounts for Official Government Work
The federal government has imposed a blanket ban on the use of personal email accounts for all official correspondence across public sector institutions, including the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), citing growing concerns over data security and cyber risks. A…