Govt Turns to Digital Vouchers for Petrol Subsidy, 24,000 Devices to Be Procured
ISLAMABAD Pakistan’s government has decided to roll out a targeted fuel subsidy through a mobile application, as it seeks to cushion the impact of a deepening energy crisis while tightening oversight of petrol distribution, officials said. The Ministry of Information…
Zong Champions Climate Action with Major Tree Plantation Drive in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD Reinforcing its position as a responsible technology leader, Zong, Pakistan’s leading technology service enterprise has advanced its sustainability agenda through a tree plantation drive in collaboration with the Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, Government of Pakistan and…
Pakistan Moves to Roll Out App-Based Petrol Subsidy for Low-Income Users
Islamabad: Pakistan is preparing a targeted petrol subsidy for low-income consumers as part of broader measures to tackle the ongoing energy crisis, sources said, with a dedicated mobile application already developed to manage the scheme. According to officials, the subsidy…
Supply chain attacks emerged as a top threat for businesses in past year: Kaspersky
Islamabad: Kaspersky’s recent study* on supply chain and trusted relationship risks showed that supply chain attacks have emerged as a top threat for businesses, with every third organization hit by such an attack over the past year. Study has identified…
PTA Plans 5G Spectrum Auction in AJK, Gilgit-Baltistan After Nationwide Rollout
ISLAMABAD Pakistan’s telecom regulator is preparing to expand next-generation connectivity to its northern regions, with plans underway to auction 5G spectrum in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) and Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) following the country’s initial rollout phase. According to sources within…
Google Brings Gemini AI to Google TV with Smarter Visuals, Sports Briefs, and Deep-Dive Insights
Google is expanding its artificial intelligence ecosystem by rolling out new Gemini-powered features to Google TV, aiming to deliver more interactive and informative viewing experiences. The update introduces three key capabilities, including enhanced visual responses, AI-generated “deep dive” explanations, and…
GPS Spoofing Surge Raises Alarm Across Region, Disrupting Flights and Maritime Navigation
A wave of sophisticated cyberattacks targeting global navigation systems is spreading rapidly across countries surrounding Pakistan, raising fresh concerns over aviation safety and regional security. Over the past several weeks, thousands of incidents involving GPS jamming and spoofing have been…