Author: Aftab Ahmed

The Writer is a senior journalist who has worked with Business Recorder, News International and Daily Dunyea
IT& Telecom

PTA Finalises Document for 5G Spectrum Auction

Telecom regulator in Pakistan has finalised the Information Memorandum for the upcoming 5G spectrum auction, according to sources familiar with the matter. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority…

Jan 9, 2026
5G auction decision
Energy

FIA Investigates Alleged Smart Meter Scam

Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has launched an inquiry into alleged corruption worth about Rs 6.5 billion linked to a smart electricity meter project. According to the…

Jan 9, 2026
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Pakistan

KP Residents Can Apply for Police Clearance Online

Residents of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa can now apply for police clearance certificates for visa purposes through a mobile application, without visiting a police station. The newly launched…

Jan 9, 2026
KP Police
IT& Telecom

Voice-Activated Banking Apps Coming to Pakistan

United Bank Limited is preparing to introduce voice activation features in its mobile banking application, according to internal sources. The planned update would allow users to…

Jan 8, 2026
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Education

IPEMC Approves National Education Emergency Action Plan

The 38th Inter-Provincial Education Ministers Conference (IPEMC), chaired by Federal Minister for Education and Professional Training Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, has unanimously endorsed and approved the National…

Jan 7, 2026
education
Auto

Lahore Police Propose E-Tag System for Vehicles

Lahore Police have finalised recommendations to introduce a modern E-Tag vehicle system and forwarded proposal to Home Department. The proposed system aims to strengthen urban security,…

Jan 7, 2026
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IT& Telecom

Motorola Signature Debuts With Snapdragon 8 Gen 5

Motorola has introduced the Signature, its first handset under the ultra-premium Signature series, following the Razr Fold launch. The device emphasises premium materials, flagship performance and…

Jan 7, 2026
Motorola