Government Rethinks Controversial Telecom Bill After PPP Pushback
ISLAMABAD The government’s proposed Telecommunications Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill 2026 has hit a roadblock after strong opposition from coalition partner Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and concerns raised by lawmakers over several of its provisions. Facing mounting criticism, the government has decided…
FIFA Removes Hundreds of Thousands of Abusive World Cup Posts in Major Online Crackdown
FIFA has intensified its fight against online hate during the ongoing World Cup, removing more than 388,000 abusive social media posts through its Social Media Protection Service, marking one of the largest digital moderation efforts in the tournament’s history. The…
Pakistan’s Telecom Bill Faces Senate Backlash Over Private Property Concerns
ISLAMABAD A controversial telecommunications reform bill recently passed by the National Assembly has come under scrutiny in the Senate, with lawmakers warning that the proposed legislation could undermine private property rights and expand state and corporate powers over privately owned…
Pakistan Leads Global Gains in Closing Mobile Gender Gap, GSMA Report Finds
ISLAMABAD Pakistan has emerged as the world’s top performer in reducing the mobile ownership gender gap, with the disparity shrinking from 37 per cent in 2024 to 27pc in 2025, according to the latest GSMA Mobile Gender Gap Report 2026…
Senate Secretariat to Launch Mobile App as Chairman Gilani Pushes Digital Transformation
ISLAMABAD In a major step towards modernising parliamentary operations, Senate Chairman Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has spearheaded the development of a dedicated mobile application for members of the Upper House, advancing the Senate Secretariat’s broader digital transformation agenda. The initiative…
Easypaisa Wins Global Google Cloud Award, Showcasing Pakistan’s Growing AI and Fintech Strength
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s leading digital financial platform Easypaisa has earned international recognition after receiving a prestigious award at the Google Cloud Summit, highlighting the country’s growing presence in AI-driven financial technology and digital innovation. The award recognizes Easypaisa’s efforts in leveraging…
P@SHA Welcomes IT Tax Relief in Budget 2026-27, Warns Key Reforms Still Missing
ISLAMABAD Pakistan’s software industry has welcomed several incentives announced in the federal budget for FY2026-27 but cautioned that critical structural reforms required to unlock the sector’s full potential remain unaddressed. In a detailed position paper, the Pakistan Software Houses Association…