Pakistan has posted a current account surplus of $729 million in November 2024, according to the latest data from the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). This is the highest surplus in nearly 10 years. What is a Current Account Surplus? A current account surplus means that the country is earning more money from exports, remittances,…
The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) and the National Information Technology Board (NITB) have signed an important agreement to develop a mobile application for PEMRA. This app will make it easier for the public to access PEMRA services. What is the Purpose of the Mobile App? The new mobile app will help people use…
The Prime Minister of Pakistan has approved the creation of a new department called the Digital Communication Department. This department will focus on national security and countering online threats. Why Was the Department Created? The government wants to protect Pakistan from harmful online content that goes against the country’s interests. The Digital Communication Department will…
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has started issuing Class Licenses for data services again. VPN service providers must now get this license to offer VPN services in Pakistan. Why Do VPN Providers Need a License? VPN providers must get a Class License from PTA to legally provide their services in Pakistan. Without this license, they…
Pakistan is facing big challenges like air pollution and high fuel costs. To solve these problems, the country needs to switch to New Energy Vehicles (NEVs). NEVs are vehicles that use clean energy sources like electricity instead of petrol or diesel. This change is very important for Pakistan’s future and the environment. Why Does Pakistan…
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has taken strict action against several Inland Revenue officials who were involved in helping sugar mills evade taxes. These officials were working with sugar mills to avoid paying sales tax and federal excise duty. As a result, the FBR has suspended nine officials working in different Regional Tax Offices…
In a bid to transform Pakistan’s digital landscape and boost economic growth, stakeholders in the IT industry, including exporters, academia, and policymakers, have proposed the creation of a National Data Exchange Layer and the adoption of the Pakistan Digital Stack. These measures aim to digitize governance, regulation, and the overall economy of Pakistan. Why a…
New Zealand secured a stunning 423-run victory against England in the third Test at Hamilton, finishing the series with a dominant win. Despite England having already won the series by winning the first two Tests, New Zealand’s powerful performance ended on a high. This win helped New Zealand climb to fourth place in the ICC…
Telenor Pakistan has launched a new service, Voice over Wi-Fi (VoWiFi), in collaboration with Transsion. This service lets users make and receive calls over Wi-Fi networks instead of traditional mobile networks. It offers a more reliable and clear connection, especially in areas with poor mobile signals. What is VoWiFi? VoWiFi allows Telenor customers to use…
