Pakistan plans sweeping reforms of its agricultural research system to boost productivity, strengthen food security, and accelerate commercialization of scientific innovations. The federal government has launched a comprehensive reform initiative to modernize Pakistan’s agricultural research system, with a focus on strengthening technology transfer, improving scientific capacity, and aligning research priorities with food security and export…
Islamabad: Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja said that strengthening cybersecurity in the country is essential to build full confidence in digital development and foreign investment. She stated that more than 32 government services have been fully digitized, and access to National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) documents is now possible…
Apple’s long-rumored foldable iPhone is reportedly approaching launch, with multiple leaks suggesting the company is moving toward mass production. However, new information reveals that Apple initially explored a top-down flip design—similar to Samsung’s clamshell foldables—but ultimately rejected it. According to leaks from Chinese tipster Instant Digital, Apple engineers felt the flip design did not create…
Gold prices in Pakistan surged sharply on Wednesday, while silver prices stayed unchanged in domestic markets. Gold prices in Pakistan rose strongly on Wednesday, according to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association. The association released updated bullion rates for Wednesday dated 11 March 2026. The data shows a sharp increase in domestic gold…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif austerity Plan goes into action as the government has notified a four-day workweek, fuel cuts, and procurement restrictions to reduce official expenditures amid economic constraints. The government has introduced sweeping austerity measures, including a four-day workweek and reduced operational spending, as authorities seek to curb public sector expenditures amid a challenging…
The vivo x300s specifications revealed reports are generating buzz among smartphone enthusiasts as vivo expands its premium X-series lineup. The newly introduced Vivo X300 FE appears to bring flagship-level hardware, modern design, and long-term software support. According to listings on vivo’s official website in Russia, the device is largely a rebadged version of the China-exclusive…
Amid global fuel shortages, three vessels carrying petrol are arriving at the Port Qasim, while one has already discharged it’s diesel cargo to replenish the fuel stocks in country. The fuel has been imported by Attock Petroleum, Wafi Petroleum, Hascol and Gas & Oil Pakistan Ltd. The statement by the Port Qasim Authority (PQA), said…
Pakistan’s rupee posted a marginal gain against the US dollar in the inter-bank market on Monday, settling at 279.36 compared with the previous close of 279.37. The Pakistani rupee registered a slight appreciation against the US dollar in the inter-bank market on Monday. The local currency closed at 279.36 against the greenback, marking a gain…
Ufone on Tuesday announced an accelerated rollout of 5G services with major urban centers and gradually expanding across other regions. Pak Telecom Mobile Limited (PTML), operating under the brand name Ufone, alongside its digital telecom brand onic, and a wholly owned subsidiary of Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL), has successfully acquired 5G spectrum in the…
Gold prices in Pakistan jumped Tuesday, with 24-karat gold reaching Rs539,562 per tola after a sharp daily increase reported by the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association. Gold prices in Pakistan increased sharply on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. The All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association released the updated national bullion rates. The price…