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Australia will soon ban social media accounts for anyone under the age of 16. The new law will take effect on December 10, and companies like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok will have to follow strict rules or face penalties. Read more: India Faces Criticism for Blocking Sikh Religious Travel The
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Billions of rupees have been taken out of Pakistan’s Federal Consolidated Fund without the knowledge or approval of the federal government. The matter came to light when the Peshawar High Court suspended an order from a lower court in Nowshera that had directed the attachment of the fund. Read
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The mystery over who manages the official X (formerly Twitter) account of Imran Khan has intensified after the former prime minister refused to disclose the name during questioning by the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA). A three-member cybercrime team, led by Ayaz Khan, visited Adiala Jail on Thursday to interrogate
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Pakistan Railways has unveiled plans for a large-scale recruitment campaign aimed at improving passenger safety, internal management, and protection of assets across the network. In the first stage, the department will induct over 1,000 personnel, including 81 Assistant Sub-Inspectors (ASIs) and 914 constables. Applicants for ASI roles
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The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced that it will soon roll out facial recognition technology to support elderly citizens facing difficulties with fingerprint verification. NADRA spokesperson Shibahat Ali said the initiative will make biometric verification simpler for senior citizens who struggle due to age-related changes in
education
inDrive, a global mobility and services platform, has launched its first creative campaign with Pakistan Sweet Home, a children’s orphanage. As part of this partnership, children have been given a platform to express their imagination by having their drawings featured on inDrive’s cars in Islamabad. The collaboration celebrates
World
Sikh pilgrims in India have voiced anger after the government stopped them from travelling to Pakistan for religious events, according to Indian media reports. The Ministry of Home Affairs issued a formal advisory restricting travel, citing ongoing tensions and security concerns between the two neighbours. The decision came just weeks
Business
Gold prices in Pakistan soared to a historic high on Tuesday, reflecting gains in the international market. According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), the price per tola of gold rose by Rs4,700 to touch Rs391,000, the highest level ever recorded. Similarly, the price
education
Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai has pledged $230,000 to support children affected by the recent floods in Pakistan, with a focus on restoring education in disaster-hit regions. In a video message, Malala said the funds would provide children with vital resources such as books, uniforms, and school
Technology
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has ordered the immediate removal of Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Chairman, ruling that his appointment did not meet legal requirements. Justice Babar Sattar announced the verdict in a 99-page detailed judgment. The court accepted petitions challenging the legality of the appointment of PTA chief
Technology
Meta briefly published and then removed a promotional video showcasing its next generation of AI-powered smart glasses, giving the tech world an early look at the ambitious of company wearable roadmap. The video, accidentally posted on the official YouTube channel of Meta, revealed several new devices expected to debut
Health
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has sounded a nationwide alarm over a possible dengue outbreak, warning that the risk will remain high from September 20 until early December 2025. According to PMD’s Dengue Alert-I, the seasonal threat has worsened due to prolonged rains, heavy flooding, and persistent humidity.