Islamabad: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) launched a new registration portal for virtual private networks (VPN) on Tuesday, aiming to ensure a secure environment for Pakistan’s growing IT and e-commerce sectors. The initiative was part of a consultation session aimed at discussing the VPN registration framework, according to a press release. VPNs are commonly used … Read more
KARACHI: The Sindh government has decided to launch a large-scale operation against drug traffickers across the province. The Anti-Tax and Narcotics Wing will officially start this operation against drug traffickers across Sindh starting tomorrow, Wednesday, November 13. In the first phase, the operation will target two major cities: Karachi and Hyderabad. Subsequent stages will expand … Read more
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has initiated an investigation into seven customs officials at Islamabad International Airport over allegations of facilitating the smuggling of night vision and thermal imaging equipment into Pakistan. According to a report by BR, FBR has directed the Islamabad Airport Collector to investigate the accused officials for their alleged involvement … Read more
Saudi oil company Aramco opened its first fuel retail station in Pakistan on Tuesday, after acquiring a 40% stake in Pakistan Gas & Oil (GO) earlier this year. GO, one of the country’s leading fuels, lubricants and convenience store players, boasts a network of over 1,200 retail outlets across the country. The cooperation with Aramco, … Read more
Slamdance, the independent film festival created nearly 30 years ago in response to Sundance’s cultural bloc, unveils its first-ever awards show franchise. “Indies” will be an annual celebration that celebrates “the spirit of truly independent filmmaking,” according to organizers. The opening ceremony is scheduled for December 9 at the DGA Theater in Los Angeles. Comedians … Read more
An undated photo of an eTurbo e-bike. – program KARACHI: eTurbo Motors has launched the fastest and most economical electric motorcycles in the country, The News reported, setting a new benchmark in the electric vehicle industry in Pakistan. Senior Sindh Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon attended the event as the chief guest, while Consuls General from … Read more
Tesla CEO Elon Musk rides a Tesla robot car at an unveiling event in Los Angeles, California, US on October 10, 2024 in this still image taken from a video. – Reuters Tesla CEO Elon Musk showed off a two-door, gull-wing-shaped robotaxi with no steering wheel or pedals at a splashy event on Thursday, adding … Read more