Islamabad, Mar 16 2025: The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has given the green light to a pre-merger application for the formation of a joint venture between the National Logistics Corporation (NLC) and DP World Logistics FZE (DWLF). This collaboration, backed by the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), is designed to strengthen Pakistan’s logistics and freight sector while maintaining fair market competition. As per the approved deal, NLC will acquire a 60% equity share in the joint venture, while DP World Logistics FZE (DWLF) will hold the remaining 40%. The primary objective of this partnership is to boost Pakistan’s road…
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Islamabad, Mar 16 2025: Google is introducing a significant update to its Real-Time People Tracking in Find My Device app, allowing users to track the live locations of friends and family who have opted to share their location. This enhancement, initially part of the Android March feature drop, is gradually rolling out to a wider audience. Merging Device and People Tracking Previously, Google Maps provided location-sharing features among friends and family. Now, the Find My Device app integrates both device tracking and people tracking within a single interface, streamlining the user experience. Additionally, it extends support to Google Maps users…
Islamabad, Mar 16 2025: The federal government has opted to keep petroleum prices unchanged by increasing the petroleum levy by Rs. 10/Liter on petrol and high-speed diesel, effectively passing up the chance to ease fuel costs for consumers. According to sources, the levy on petrol and diesel has been raised by Rs. 10 per liter, bringing it from Rs. 60 to Rs. 70 per liter. This decision aligns with the conditions set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), which had specifically demanded this increase as part of Pakistan’s ongoing loan program requirements. READ MORE:
Islamabad, Mar 16 2025: The Punjab government has officially prohibited Unethical and Vulgar Activities, like dancing at all events hosted in educational institutions across the province. A notification issued on Friday outlined the decision, citing concerns over dance performances at funfairs, sports galas, and other functions held in both public and private colleges. The directive explicitly states that such activities should not take place within the premises of any educational institute. The government has urged college administrations to strictly implement the ban Unethical and Vulgar Activities, ensuring compliance to avoid any potential consequences. READ MORE:
Islamabad, Mar 15 2025: Apple is facing mounting pressure as it struggles to integrate artificial intelligence with Siri AI Development Feature, causing significant delays in promised features. Originally unveiled in June 2023. These AI-driven improvements were intended to enhance Siri’s functionality and bolster Apple’s competitive stance in the evolving AI landscape. However, the launch timeline remains uncertain, and internal discussions suggest even Apple is unclear about when these upgrades will be available to users. Recent reports reveal insights from an all-hands meeting led by Robby Walker, Apple’s senior director responsible for Siri AI Development Feature. Walker described the ongoing situation…
Islamabad, Mar 15 2025: The Punjab Excise & Taxation Department has initiated a large-scale crackdown on property tax defaulters and underperforming officials failing to meet revenue collection targets. Director General Excise & Taxation, Umar Sher Chatha, has made it clear that both tax evaders and inefficient officers will face consequences as the department strengthens its tax recovery efforts. A performance evaluation is currently underway, with officers who have not met their assigned recovery targets being identified. Those underperforming will initially be issued show-cause notices. Crackdown on property tax defaulters, Followed by salary deductions if they fail to improve. Officials who…
Islamabad, Mar 15 2025: Pakistan has once again diverted an incoming liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipment originally scheduled for next month, as the country’s gas transmission network faces heightened pressure. The system’s gas flow has been fluctuating between 4.9 and 5 billion cubic feet (bcf), prompting authorities to take preventive measures to avoid a potential overload that could disrupt supply. Earlier, Pakistan had approached Qatar with a request to delay five additional Third liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipments under an existing long-term contract, but the proposal was not accepted. However, Qatar had previously agreed to defer five cargoes to 2026.…
Islamabad, Mar 15 2025: Pakistan has formally ratified three significant International Labour Organisation (ILO) conventions, reinforcing its dedication to strengthening labour rights and ensuring better protections for workers. The official ratification process took place in Geneva during the annual session of the ILO Governing Body. Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development, Chaudhry Salik Hussain, presented the instruments of ratification to International Labour Organisation (ILO) Director General Gilbert F. Houngbo. The conventions endorsed by Pakistan include the Protocol of 2014 to the Forced Labour Convention, 1930, the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC), 2006 (as amended), and the Labour Statistics Convention,…
Islamabad, Mar 15 2025: WhatsApp is set to introduce a highly useful new feature aimed at enhancing user experience, particularly in managing conversations within group chats. WhatsApp to Introduce Message Threading Feature Soon The messaging platform is working on a threaded reply system, which will make it easier to track responses linked to specific messages. Currently in development WhatsApp to Introduce Message Threading Feature, this feature will streamline conversations by grouping all related replies in a dedicated thread. Instead of scrolling through extensive chat histories to locate responses. Users will have a focused view displaying all quoted messages connected to…
Islamabad, Mar 15 2025: As of March 15, 2025, the current gold price in Pakistan is not available in the provided data. However, recent trends indicate fluctuations in gold prices. For instance, on March 10, 2025, the price per ounce was ₨847,489, equating to approximately ₨27,247 per gram. Earlier, on March 5, 2025, gold was priced at ₨816,232 per ounce, or about ₨26,242 per gram. Please note that gold prices are subject to daily changes due to various market factors. For the most accurate and up-to-date information on today’s gold price, it is advisable to consult local bullion dealers or…
