Tech and Telecom

Dar-ul-Sukun – one of the country’s most prestigious organizations dedicated to taking care of the specially-abled, and PayPro – a fast-growing digital payments solution provider, have joined hands to make it more convenient for privileged individuals and organizations from Pakistan and across the world to make their donations to the former. Philanthropy runs deep within this nation and digital avenues for customers to send money to their trusted sources in a secure manner have become imperative over the years. Dar-ul-Sukun is amongst the oldest and most noteworthy institutions in Pakistan which carry out extensive support and rehabilitation efforts for disabled…

Breaking the barriers and making the dreams come true, these entrepreneurs have redefined luxury and work. In this age of the internet and technology, we see a great rise in smartphone users and there are a few who are making the best of it. Whether it’s doing multitasking or keeping up with the new trends, keeping in connection with the world, or capturing the beauty of life; these entrepreneurs are acing every task and they are using the best in the world innovative smartphones. The new X60 Pro is redefining performance and luxury, so who better to decide all this…

On 4th May, Ferozsons Laboratories launched a campaign to celebrate frontline workers. On 4th and 5th May 2021, three historical landmarks – Faisal Mosque, Lahore Fort, and Frere Hall – were lit up in the color blue. When COVID-19 struck, healthcare workers all around the world united to fight against the pandemic. Their tireless and continuous efforts helped save thousands of lives. These frontline workers continue to put their own lives at risk to help their patients. For more than a year, these nurses, doctors as well as paramedics have diligently served us. Ferozsons aimed to support and appreciate the…

Pakistan’s Fiscal Deficit has clocked in at 3.6 percent of GDP (or Rs. 1,652 billion) in 9MFY21 compared to 3.8 percent of GDP (or Rs. 1,686 billion) in 9MFY20, a research report by the brokerage house Topline Securities revealed on Thursday. It translates into a decrease of 2 percent YoY during 9MFY21. While the overall deficit remained in check, the government has also managed to record a surplus in Primary Balance at 1.0 percent of GDP (or Rs. 452 billion), higher than agreed with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The government-financed Rs. 562 billion (34 percent) of the overall deficit…

The pandemic has not only distressed people from a health standpoint but in several other aspects as well. The hindrances it has caused in business activities have hurt several industries around the globe. One industry that is bearing the brunt of the pandemic acutely is the auto industry. After recent reports of a global shortage of chips that had stalled the production of several automobiles around the world, a report by Bloomberg has revealed that the lack of tree plantations in Southeast Asia (the main source of rubber that is used for the manufacturing of tires), a shortage of tires…

Theft in Karachi is an ever-prevalent issue that is spread throughout the entire city like cancer. Regardless of where in Karachi people live, they always have a lingering fear of a thief or a burglar stealing their hard-earned assets or worse, threatening their livelihoods. As time goes on, these thieves are evidently becoming more bold and crafty than ever, as has been proven by a recent successful theft attempt on an MG HS SUV. Recently, a video of a victim showing the inside of his MG HS after the theft has gone viral. ALSO READ Volkswagen to Begin Constructing Plant…

We heard the rumors last month that Google plans to move away from Snapdragon chips for its Pixel phones. The upcoming phones may feature Google’s custom chipset instead and a new report adds fuel to the speculation. ALSO READ Google’s New App for Tablets Brings Movies, Games and Books in One Place A report from XDA Developers shows new evidence regarding Google’s custom chip codenamed “Whitechapel”. This was spotted in new strings of code submitted by Google engineers on the Android Open-Source Project (AOSP). It showed the codename “Whitechapel” for an item named “P21”. According to XDA’s report, “P21” could be referring…

Sindh government has imposed a ban on takeaways from restaurants after sunset from Friday to Saturday, with the decision set to come into effect tomorrow. It was decided earlier today during a meeting of the Sindh Coronavirus Task Force presided over by Chief Minister Sindh, Syed Murad Ali Shah. ALSO READ Pakistani Activist Feeds Hundreds in London Everyday Here are all the important decisions taken by the Sindh government that will remain in effect till the Eid holidays: No takeaways will be allowed after sunset from Friday to Sunday. Only home deliveries will be allowed after sunset. Grocery shops across…

The Karachi Police have reportedly ascertained the person behind the robbery of a shop in Gul Centre located near the Teen Talwar monument after its owner had filed an FIR about it. Allegedly, armed robbers had broken into the shop and stole three kgs of gold after the owner had gone home before iftar on 3 May. The investigation team had then launched a detailed investigation into the incident. ALSO READ Saudi Startup Retailo Concludes Seed Round, Secures $9 Million Total Investments within 9 Months of Operations Strangely, the findings showed that the owner of the shop, Asif, had staged…

Former captain of Pakistan national team, Shoaib Malik, has been a regular on the famous TV game show, Jeeto Pakistan, during the month of Ramadan. Malik is a part of the Jeeto Pakistan League, a segment of the show where celebrities are named captains of six franchises. Malik was named as captain of Multan Tigers for this year’s edition. ALSO READ Shoaib Malik Reveals His ‘Retirement Plans’ The TV show is one of the most-watched shows in the country and is enjoyed by the masses. It has been running on TV for the past seven years and has seen a…