ISLAMABAD: In a move that deals a blow to efforts aimed at accelerating the adoption of next-generation cellular technology, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has formally rejected a proposal for the immediate reduction of taxes on imported mobile phones. The decision leaves a key demand of telecom operators and the IT ministry unmet, potentially […]
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QUETTA: Inspector General of Police (IGP) Balochistan, Muhammad Tahir, has asserted that the provincial police force is undergoing a comprehensive modernization drive following the administrative merger of the Levies force. Emphasizing the critical need to confront contemporary security threats, the IGP stated that personnel are receiving advanced training to harness modern technology and enhance their
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QUETTA: A young woman remains missing more than two and a half months after she allegedly escaped from a government-run shelter (Darul Aman) in Quetta, raising serious questions about security protocols and the efficacy of the subsequent police search. The case involves Rukhsar Dukhtar Nazim, a resident of Qila Saifullah. Her ordeal began when she
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ISLAMABAD: In a significant move aimed at modernizing its monetary system, the Pakistani government has approved a comprehensive redesign of the country’s currency notes. The decision was ratified during a meeting of the federal cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The cabinet, briefed by the Ministry of Finance and the State Bank of Pakistan,
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ONLINE: The British newspaper Daily Mail has reported that the United States has been provided with a list of more than fifty locations inside Iran. According to the report, these sites could potentially be targeted by the US. The lists of military objectives were reportedly submitted to American authorities by the Washington-based organization United against
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Islamabad: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has announced that there will be no internet shutdown tomorrow. News regarding any internet suspension is misleading and baseless. Internet services will continue without any interruption. According to PTA officials, the repair work on the marine cable is a routine matter. Despite the repair activities, internet connectivity will remain fully operational and uninterrupted. Pakistan continues
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QUETTA: The Balochistan government has released Rs2.25 billion for the Health Card Program. According to the Finance Department, the insurance company managing the program was owed nearly Rs5 billion, which had led several hospitals in Karachi to suspend treatment of patients under the Health Card scheme. The Finance Department stated that Chief Minister Balochistan, Mir
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ISLAMABAD: One of the most distinguished and respected voices in Pakistan’s broadcasting history, Ishrat Fatima, has quietly stepped away from her professional duties after nearly 45 years of dedicated service to radio and television. In a brief farewell message, Ishrat Fatima described her decision to leave Radio Pakistan as an extremely difficult one, though she
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ISLAMABAD: The Punjab government has decided to impose a complete ban on the purchase of petrol- and diesel-powered vehicles for government departments. The move is part of a major initiative to promote environmentally friendly transportation across the province. According to details, only electric or hybrid vehicles will be allowed for future procurement in government institutions,
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QUETTA: The Fitna al Hindustan militant have launched an IED attack in the Awaran area of Balochistan. Three soldiers of the Security Forces have embraced martyrdom in the incident. According to the details, an IED bomb exploded in the Peerandar area of Awaran causing martyrdom of three security personnel. The security forces cordoned off
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