Kalbe Ali

Govt to focus on strategic state-owned entities only: Ishaq Dar

Privatisation ministry has been directed to finalise a list of loss-making entities. Updated 11 May, 2024 11:22am

WHO wants 37pc hike in FED on cigarettes

Proposal highlights that raising taxes on cigarettes would not only reduce burden on health care system but also help enhance revenue generation. Updated 11 May, 2024 11:56am

GSMA concerned over SIM blocking

ISLAMABAD: The international body representing telecom operators has expressed concerns over the Federal Board of... Published 10 May, 2024 06:54am

GSMA concerned over SIM blocking

GSMA Asia Pacific head writes letter to Minister of State for IT Shaza Fatima. Updated 10 May, 2024 09:56am

FIA probes alleged corruption, illegal appointments in APP

ISLAMABAD: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has opened investigations into the alleged illegal appointments ... Published 09 May, 2024 07:25am

No negotiations without apology, army tells PTI

• Asks rioters to shun politics of hate, adopt ‘constructive’ behaviour; insists May 9 not limited to army, concerns whole nation Published 08 May, 2024 08:12am

Mass SIM blocking not feasible, warn telcos

Say FBR’s "hasty" decision to hurt consumer rights. Updated 07 May, 2024 08:51am

PTA wants directive for blocking of SIMs reviewed

ISLAMABAD: The Pa­k­is­tan Telecommunication Authority has taken exception to a directive by the Federal Board of... Published 05 May, 2024 07:22am

Attempts to restrict social media to be opposed: speakers

Charged speeches heard at a seminar titled ‘Freedom of Expression and Challenges’. Published 04 May, 2024 07:01am

Media bodies decry restrictions on press in Pakistan

Harassment of journalists, social media shutdowns among challenges depriving the public of their right to information. Updated 04 May, 2024 08:28am

Body to regulate ‘unbridled’ social media set up

• NCCIA to replace FIA in tackling cybercrimes • Agency will have sweeping powers to police cyberspace • FIA official voices con Published 04 May, 2024 07:00am

Naanbais’ body announces strike on 8th

Say they will not accept any unilateral decision by the government, have already filed a petition in court. Published 03 May, 2024 06:56am

Telcos question FBR’s SIM blocking move

The FBR has forwarded a list of 506,671 individuals to the PTA for blocking their mobile phone SIMS. Updated 02 May, 2024 09:54am

Govt body set to pinpoint culprits behind Track and Trace delays

The TTS is a software-based solution for tracking vehicles, loading units, shipments, and products throughout the entire supply chain. Updated 30 Apr, 2024 10:20am

IT exports surge to $306m in March

Expert says the export figure reflects the amount remitted from the services provided to international clients. Published 23 Apr, 2024 07:56am

Russia warns of rice import ban over safety concerns

The FSVPS asks the plenipotentiary and trade representative at the Pakistani embassy in Russia for an immediate investigation into the matter. Published 21 Apr, 2024 06:57am

Bosnian president seeks Pakistan’s support for UN resolution declaring Srebrenica massacre a genocide

Draft resolution also calls for condemning atrocities against Bosnians and declaring July 11 the International Day of Remembrance for victims. Published 20 Apr, 2024 06:54pm

Marwat sticks to his guns on S. Arabia after party backs off

ISLAMABAD: Toeing the party line, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) MNA Sher Afzal Marwat on Thursday said that his... Published 19 Apr, 2024 08:49am

Zardari urges end to polarisation amid PTI bedlam

• In address to joint sitting of parliament, president proposes meaningful dialogue, consensus to end political strife Published 19 Apr, 2024 07:42am

Report ‘only blames politicians’

PTI demands action against Shehbaz Sharif, his cabinet. Updated 18 Apr, 2024 10:17am