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Imported Phones Got Cheaper, Not Dearer: What Changed
The 20% excise duty on imported phones never happened. Duty was cut instead, worth about Rs 14,000 on a premium handset.
Ali Akhtar · · 6 min read
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New SIM Card Rules in Pakistan: What Actually Changed
PTA tightened SIM issuance in July 2026 and fined all four networks Rs 740 million. What actually changed, and what was already law.
Shahid Anwar · · 6 min read
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Pakistan Opens Its First AI Ready Sovereign Cloud Platform
Sky47 Karakoram-01 launched in Islamabad on 24 July 2026 as Pakistan's first AI ready sovereign cloud. What it is and why it matters.
Ali Akhtar · · 4 min read
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Mobile Packages in Pakistan Cost 33% More Than Last Year
Jazz, Zong, Ufone and Telenor raised bundle prices by up to 33% in a year. What went up, and how to cut your own bill back down.
Shahid Anwar · · 4 min read
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5G Coverage in Pakistan: Cities, Towers and Networks
5G is live on around 449 tower sites across 22 Pakistani cities. Which cities have it, which networks hold licences, and how to check.
Fajr Riaz · · 5 min read
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Pakistan to Reduce Tariffs on Imported Cars by 25%: What It Really Means
Pakistan plans to cut import duties on cars by up to 25% from July 2026, lowering prices and increasing market competition.
Ali Akhtar · · 4 min read
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iOS 27 in Pakistan: What's New and What Works Here
iOS 27 is out with Siri AI, AI photo tools and faster apps. See which features Apple lists for Pakistan and which leaks never shipped.
Ali Akhtar · · 7 min read
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PTA Tax on Mobile Phones May Be Reduced by Up to 50%
PTA tax may drop by up to 50% on phones above $500 in Pakistan. See what it means for prices and users. Stay updated now.
Shahid Anwar · · 3 min read
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Sindh Free Solar Scheme 2026: Who Gets a Kit and How
Sindh's free solar kits go to poor families on BISP criteria, with no public form. The numbers by source, kit contents and the complaint line.
Fajr Riaz · · 5 min read
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The US: Iran War: How It Escalated, How Pakistan Helped Pull It Back, and What Just Happened
US-Iran ceasefire explained: how Pakistan helped push the pause, why Hormuz matters, and what could happen next. Read the full breakdown.
Shahid Anwar · · 11 min read
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Government of Pakistan Can Now Block Your CNIC for 60 Days
NADRA can block your CNIC for 60 days without court order. Know its impact, risks, and what you must do if affected. Stay prepared.
Fajr Riaz · · 4 min read
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Fuel Quota System in Pakistan: Fuel Allocation Through Mobile App
Fuel is now limited through a CNIC-based app in Pakistan. See how quotas, vouchers, and fuel access work. Read full details now.
Ali Akhtar · · 4 min read
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Iran and US Lay Out Their Conditions Ahead of Peace Talks
Iran and US outline strict demands ahead of Islamabad peace talks. Get the key points, risks, and what may happen next.
Ali Akhtar · · 4 min read
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Walee Technologies renames the Multan PSL franchise to Rawalpindi
Walee wins the Multan franchise for PKR 2.45B and shifts it to Rawalpindi. Get the full story, details, and updates now.
Fajr Riaz · · 4 min read
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Internet Shutdown in Pakistan on 14 October 2025 - Reasons, Timing & Tips
Pakistan’s internet may slow on 14 Oct 2025 due to submarine cable maintenance. The work starts at 11 AM (PST) & may last 18 hours. Find out
Shahid Anwar · · 7 min read
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Is LinkedIn Down in Pakistan in 2025?
LinkedIn is usually not down in Pakistan, it is slow. Why it loads badly here, how to tell it apart from your own connection, and what helps.
Umer Kureshi · · 3 min read
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Pakistani Banks Increase Inter-Bank ATM Withdrawal Fee to Rs 35
Starting August 2025, banks charge Rs 35 per withdrawal from other bank ATM. Rs 28 goes to the ATM owning bank & 7 to 1LINK. Want to know why?
Umer Kureshi · · 3 min read
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Microsoft Shuts Down Operations in Pakistan After 25 Years
Microsoft shuts down its Pakistan operations as part of global restructuring, What about services like Office, Azure, & Teams? Learn how to
Shahid Anwar · · 2 min read
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New US Visa Rules 2025 for Pakistani Students -Social Media Must Be Public
As per New US Student Visa Rules, Pakistanis applying for U.S study or exchange visas must have social media public before interview & must
Fajr Riaz · · 5 min read
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Careem Leaving Pakistan: Why and What Went Wrong for Careem
Careem is leaving Pakistan on 18 July 2025. Learn why it shutdown its Operation, what it means for riders, wallet refunds, and alternatives
Umer Kureshi · · 3 min read
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Is Crypto Legal in Pakistan in 2025? Here’s What’s Actually Going On
Crypto is still not legal in Pakistan despite Bitcoin reserve news. SBP ban stays in place. What Bilal Bin Saqib is doing & what it means for
Fajr Riaz · · 3 min read
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Can SadaPay Be Trusted? Is It Still Safe to Use?
SadaPay's parent company Papara is facing a money laundering case abroad. What that does and does not mean for money sitting in your account.
Ali Akhtar · · 3 min read
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Punjab Ban Vapes Across Province: Maryam Nawaz Orders Crackdown
Punjab Gov ban vapes & e-cigarettes. CM Maryam Nawaz initiates province-wide crackdown to protect youth from health issues.
Fajr Riaz · · 3 min read
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Schools & Colleges Reopen from May 12, 2025 - Board & Cambridge Exams Resume as Scheduled
All schools and colleges reopen on May 12. Board and Cambridge exams will resume as scheduled. Postponed board papers from May 9 will be
Fajr Riaz · · 2 min read