ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly Standing Committee on IT and Telecommunication on Thursday debated reports regarding the alleged shutdown of a social media firewall, with the government firmly rejecting claims of any disruption or conflict with the upcoming 5G spectrum auction. During the meeting, committee member Sadiq Memon questioned whether anyContinue Reading
ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on IT and Telecommunication, chaired by Amin-ul-Haque, on Wednesday reviewed preparations for Pakistan’s upcoming 5G spectrum auction, with the telecom regulator confirming that all three major operators have deposited mandatory pre-bid guarantees. Opening the session, the committee chairman directed the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) toContinue Reading
In a major step to modernise provincial security, the Punjab government on Wednesday approved the establishment of Pakistan’s first provincial anti-drone unit and a dedicated cybercrime cell, as part of a newly launched intelligence coordination centre. Punjab has become the first province in the country to set up the ProvincialContinue Reading
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) on Wednesday launched a WhatsApp-based “PTA Digital Assistant” aimed at facilitating telecom consumers through quick access to regulatory guidance and complaint procedures. The digital service, accessible via WhatsApp at 03150055055, provides menu-driven options to help users obtain information about telecom services, consumer rights and complaintContinue Reading
Communities in Murree and Kotli Sattiyan have seen improved awareness and practical adoption of water conservation practices following the completion of Phase I of a year-long Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) and rooftop rainwater harvesting education initiative. The project Community Mobilisation and WASH Education under Rooftop Rainwater Harvesting in MurreeContinue Reading
New data released by LinkedIn shows that artificial intelligence literacy and performance analysis are emerging as the fastest-growing marketing skills in 2026, reflecting a sharp shift in how companies hire and how professionals build their careers. The platform’s latest skills analysis combines profile data with hiring success rates, offering aContinue Reading
ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Science and Technology has proposed an allocation of Rs10 billion to fund 38 development projects aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s research and innovation landscape, official sources said on Tuesday. The proposed funding, submitted for consideration in the upcoming federal budget, targets initiatives spanning emerging technologies, industrial research,Continue Reading