Technology
A new bill has been tabled in the Senate seeking to restrict social media use by individuals under the age of 16. The proposed legislation, titled the Social Media (Minimum Age for Users) Bill 2025, states that children below 16 will not be allowed to create or use accounts on
National
Senior Pakistani journalist and television anchor Jasmeen Manzoor has come forward with serious allegations of domestic abuse, sharing photos of visible injuries and medical reports to support her claims. The revelations have sparked renewed debate around women’s safety, justice, and accountability in Pakistan. Jasmeen posted images on social media
National
As tensions escalate between Iran and Israel, controversial remarks by Pakistani YouTuber Engineer Muhammad Ali Mirza have triggered a heated debate on social media. His comments, perceived as supportive of Israel’s recent military campaign, have drawn sharp criticism from the public. The conflict intensified after Israel launched a series
National
Authorities in Punjab have launched a crackdown against individuals publicly displaying weapons and sharing related images on social media platforms. The Crime Control Department (CCD) confirmed on Wednesday that six suspects had been arrested from Narowal and Nankana Sahib in connection with the offense. According to a CCD spokesperson, the
World
The Embassy of Pakistan in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has issued a strong advisory for Pakistani nationals living in the country, urging them to follow the UAE’s newly implemented media laws to avoid serious legal consequences. This guidance comes in response to the UAE Cabinet’s new media
Technology
Snapchat users around the world faced a major disruption on Sunday, as thousands were unable to access key features of the popular messaging app. The outage left many users unable to send snaps, messages, or upload content, with Pakistan emerging as one of the most affected countries. Downdetector, a real-
Cinema
Pakistani actress and influencer Alizeh Shah has stepped away from social media, citing relentless online trolling as the reason behind her decision. The young star, who quickly gained fame in the entertainment industry, shared that she had been unfairly criticised for actions she never committed. Despite her efforts to withstand
Opinion
Pakistani weddings have been known for their grandeur, lavish venues, multi-day celebrations, and intricate bridal ensembles for decades. But in recent years, weddings have evolved beyond personal milestones into highly curated viral moments, carefully designed for social media. What was once a private family affair is now a content
Opinion
Advancements in technology have revolutionized communication, making it quicker and more accessible worldwide. It has helped improve the healthcare sector, upgraded teaching processes, brought in new learning devices, and opened up access to vast entertainment options. It has also helped in accelerating economic growth by increasing productivity and generating new
Insights
The Information Minister, Attaullah Tarar, recently addressed the ban on social media platform X, stating that it was already banned before the new government assumed office, despite the absence of an official notification. The disruption of access to X in various parts of Pakistan since February 17 stemmed from allegations
World
A disturbing incident unfolded at Gujarat University where a group allegedly assaulted students from various countries on campus, preventing them from offering namaz at the hostel. The altercation, reported by The Wire, involved around 300 foreign students from Africa, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, and other nations studying at the university. The
National
The caretaker government of Pakistan has formed a five-member joint investigation team (JIT) to investigate a "malicious" social media campaign against Supreme Court judges. The JIT, formed under Section 30 of the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (Peca) 2016, will be convened by the additional director general