SBP to Stay Closed on August 14
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) will remain closed on Thursday, August 14, 2025, for Independence Day celebrations. The government has declared August 14 a public holiday across the country…
Pakistan’s First Gulf Ferry All Set as Govt Brings in Top Maritime Consultant
Pakistan is gearing up for a maritime milestone with the launch of its first ever ferry service to Gulf countries, and a top tier maritime consultant is now steering the…
An Increase In The Tax Deduction For Bank Withdrawals Made By Non-Filers
Rules for income tax changes for the upcoming fiscal year have been released by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR).The FBR document states that the tax deduction for non-filers taking…
Iraq’s Chlorine Gas Leak Hospitalizes More Than 600 Pilgrims
Iraq’s Karbala: More than 600 pilgrims were taken to a hospital due to the release of chlorine gas, difficulty in breathing, where medical assistance was provided. According to the international…
Lahore Schools Face Penalties Breaking Summer Vacation Rules
LAHORE – The Lahore District Education Authority has issued show-cause notices to over a dozen private schools for reopening early. Officials confirmed that the schools violated the government’s summer vacation…
Pakistan’s July Remittances Hit $3.21B, Kicking Off FY26 on Strong Note
Pakistan’s remittance inflows in July 2025 climbed to $3.21 billion, a 7.4% year-on-year rise, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). However, the figure was 5.6%…
iPhone 17 Series Screen Protector Leak Reveals Models’ Display Differences
The iPhone 17 series is expected to launch in less than a month, and new leaks are fueling excitement. Tipster Majin Bu has shared an image of the upcoming phones’…
Android-Based OS Introduces Duress PIN to Wipe Your Device Instantly
GrapheneOS, a privacy-focused Android-based operating system, has introduced a new “duress PIN” feature designed to protect user data in high-risk situations. The update enables a secondary PIN that, when entered,…
UAE Updates List of Banned Flight Items
Passengers travelling from the UAE are being urged to review the latest regulations on banned flight items, as Emirates introduces a new restriction prohibiting the use of power banks during…
Digital Bill 2025: Problems and Solutions in Focus
Pakistan’s online marketplace has grown rapidly in recent years, driven by e-commerce giants, social media ads, and millions of daily shoppers. However, this boom has also brought misleading ads, fake…