Telenor Books $310 Million Loss as Pakistan Exit Closes, Shifts Focus Back to Nordic Markets

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Islamabad: Telenor Pakistan has successfully migrated to a next-generation core banking system (CBS), marking a key milestone in the telecom operator’s digital transformation and preparations for next-generation connectivity in the country. “The successful migration of our next-generation CBS is a pivotal step in Telenor Pakistan’s digital transformation,” said Awais Vohra,Continue Reading

Nipah Virus: AKUH Experts Say No Immediate Threat to Pakistan, Urge Clinical Vigilance Karachi, February 4, 2026 — Infectious disease specialists at the Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) have reassured that recent Nipah virus (NiV) outbreaks in Eastern India and Bangladesh do not currently pose a direct threat to Pakistan, while emphasizing the importance of continued clinical vigilance and pandemic preparedness. Speaking at a media briefing, AKUH experts noted that since 2025, only 10 cases of Nipah virus have been reported globally, with just two instances of human-to-human transmission, making the risk of spread extremely low. “The risk of international spread is considered low,” said Dr Faisal Mahmood, Professor of Infectious Diseases and Associate Chief Medical Officer at AKUH. “While Nipah is a serious infection, it is not an immediate concern for Pakistan. Our healthcare priorities remain focused on pressing domestic challenges, including the recent rise in measles cases.” Experts highlighted that Nipah is primarily a zoonotic virus, transmitted through direct contact with infected bats or consumption of contaminated food such as raw sap or fruit. Casual exposure, such as bats flying nearby, does not pose a threat. “Recent cases have been concentrated in West Bengal and Kerala in India, and in Bangladesh,” said Dr Nosheen Nasir, Section Head of Infectious Diseases at AKUH. “No cases have been reported from western India bordering Pakistan. However, because early symptoms like fever and headache can mimic influenza and may progress to severe brain inflammation, continued clinical vigilance is essential.” AKUH specialists also praised the government’s proactive screening of travellers at entry points, noting that lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic demonstrate the value of early preparedness, coordinated response, and public awareness over reactive measures alone. By prioritizing healthcare readiness, experts said Pakistan can strengthen its ability to respond to future public health emergencies, protecting both population health and public confidence.

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Infectious disease specialists at the Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) have reassured that recent Nipah virus (NiV) outbreaks in Eastern India and Bangladesh do not currently pose a direct threat to Pakistan, while emphasizing the importance of continued clinical vigilance and pandemic preparedness. Speaking at a media briefing, AKUH expertsContinue Reading

Pakistan Highlights Inclusive Digital Growth at Digital Cooperation Organization Assembly

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Federal Minister for Information Technology, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, represented Pakistan at the inaugural session of the 5th General Assembly of the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO), emphasizing the importance of ethical, inclusive, and secure digital development. pakistan To Chair Digital Cooperation Organization Addressing the assembly, Minister Khawaja highlighted the opportunities andContinue Reading

FIA Cracks Down on 64 Illegal Travel Operators in Islamabad

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Islamabad Authorities in Pakistan’s capital have identified 64 unregistered travel operators conducting business solely through social media platforms, raising concerns over consumer fraud and financial scams. The Department of Tourist Services, operating under the Ministry of Inter-Provincial Coordination, reported that dozens of operators were marketing tour packages online, collecting advanceContinue Reading

National CERT Calls for Data-Driven Cyber Resilience at CyberSec Summit 2026 Karachi: Pakistan must adopt a data-driven and intelligence-led approach to cybersecurity to protect national interests as digital transformation accelerates, Ms. Adeela Waqar, Director Labs at National CERT, said on Tuesday. Delivering a keynote address at the Risk Associates CyberSec Summit 2026, Ms. Waqar said cyber resilience now extends beyond incident response and has become central to national security, critical infrastructure, and economic stability. She warned that increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks, particularly those targeting financial systems and critical infrastructure, require proactive national preparedness rather than reactive measures. Highlighting Pakistan’s response, she pointed to the Pakistan Information Security Framework (PISF), ongoing capacity building, and the expanding role of National CERT as a central hub for national cyber intelligence. Ms. Waqar also stressed the importance of trusted, indigenous cybersecurity technologies, calling for closer collaboration between government, industry, academia, and technology partners to strengthen cyber resilience and reduce systemic risks. At the conclusion of the session, Dr Aftab Rizvi presented Ms. Waqar with a shield of appreciation, recognizing her leadership and the growing partnership between public and private sectors in advancing Pakistan’s national cybersecurity agenda.

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Pakistan must adopt a data-driven and intelligence-led approach to cybersecurity to protect national interests as digital transformation accelerates, Ms. Adeela Waqar, Director Labs at National CERT, said on Tuesday. Delivering a keynote address at the Risk Associates CyberSec Summit 2026, Ms. Waqar said cyber resilience now extends beyond incident responseContinue Reading

Opening a Word File Could Let Hackers Take Over Your PC, CERT Warns

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Users of Microsoft Office are facing a serious cybersecurity threat that could allow hackers to take control of a computer simply by opening a malicious document, Pakistan’s National Computer Emergency Response Team (National CERT) warned on Tuesday. The high-severity vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2026-21509, is a zero-day flaw that is alreadyContinue Reading