Author: Iqra Khan

ISLAMABAD, JULY15: A cyber security alert has been released by the Cabinet Division, which addresses the possible hazards and privacy issues related to AI-driven chatbots like ChatGPT.When OpenAI released ChatGPT in November 2022, it became widely used and sparked a discussion about potential security risks. The advise emphasizes how popular social networking platforms, online browsers, and cellphones have included chatbots such as ChatGPT, Bard, CoPilot, and MyAi. As a result, individuals and organizations need to exercise caution when using these chatbots. The advise claims that a large number of businesses worldwide are integrating chatbots and APIs driven by AI into…

ISLAMABAD, JULY15: The sale of motorbikes and three-wheelers in the country witnessed a decrease of 3.10 per cent during the fiscal year (2023-24) as compared to sales of the corresponding period of the last year. During July-June 2023-24, as many as 1,150,112 motorbikes and three-wheelers were sold against the sale of 1,186,969 units in July-June (2022-23), according to the Pakistan Automobile Manufacturing Association (PAMA). The sale of Honda motorcycles dipped by 0.21 per cent from 1,005,408 units to 1,003,253 units whereas the sale of Suzuki motorcycles witnessed a decrease of 42.35 per cent from 29,274 units to 16,876 units during…

ISLAMABAD, JULY15: Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Prof Ahsan Iqbal said that as China finalizes its roadmap for future, certainly Pakistan and China friendship will move forward, with greater integration of Pakistan and China in the world markets and the regional markets. On what the world can learn from China’s development experience, the minister who is currently in Beijing for official visit of China told CGTN, “I think China’s experience of development gives us four very valuable lessons. There are four prerequisites which any country needs to develop. One, peace. Second, political stability. Third, continuity of economic…

ISLAMABAD, JULY15: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Monday said the government was committed to investing in modern skills and professional education for the youth. In his message in connection with the World Youth Skills Day, the prime minister said the greatest strength of Pakistan was its talented youth and equipping them with modern skills was the need of the hour to secure the future of the country.He highlighted that the government was equipping its youth with modern education, equal development opportunities as well as modern professional training to compete with the world. The prime minister reiterated the government’s resolve…

ISLAMABAD, JULY15: One of the top smartphone manufacturers in Pakistan, TECNO, has teamed up with Naqees, a well-known Gen Z apparel company, to introduce a line of fashionable goods that capture the modern style and eye-catching color scheme of the recently released CAMON 30 LOEWE Edition.Who doesn’t enjoy a unique tote bag or a chic, personalized t-shirt, after all? These customized items not only brighten your outfit, but they’re also a stylish and enjoyable way to show off your uniqueness. Thus, TECNO Mobile Pakistan is once again upholding its heritage by continuing to lead the fashion curve, whether it be…

ISLAMABAD, JULY15: The Oil and Gas Development Company (OGDCL) Board Chairman, Zafar Masud, expressed his appreciation for Ahmed Hayat Lak’s exceptional work as OGDCL’s MD/CEO.Chairman of OGDCL Zafar Masud noted major operational improvements since Ahmed Hayat Lak took over in an interview with a private news TV program. He attributed these successes to a strategy centered on production optimization, indigenization, and transparency. “To close operational gaps, we have made sure that policies, processes, and governance are transparent,” Masud said. He recognized the MD/CEO’s leadership in leading production optimization initiatives in all of OGDCL’s current fields. “We have seen a significant…

ISLAMABAD, JULY15: The Ministry of Human Resource Development and Overseas Pakistanis intends to obtain employment licenses for Pakistani nationals in Iraq. To do this, the ministry will sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Iraqi Ministry of Labor.Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi was present when Minister Chaudhry Salik Hussain and Iraqi Ambassador Hamid Abbas Lafta discussed this. According to Minister Salik, the MoU would make it easier for Pakistani nationals to get work permits in Iraq, which will increase legal immigration and decrease unauthorized access. The Iraqi ambassador was reassured by Interior Minister Naqvi of his help in resolving the…

ISLAMABAD, JULY15: The benchmark index KSE-100 of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) reached an all-time high, within the first hour of trading on Monday, surpassing the 81,000 point mark, as investors rejoiced over the staff-level agreement between Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF).The KSE-100 index reached an intraday high of 81,380 points after rising by 1,436 points. Bullish momentum was seen at the KSE-100 following the staff-level agreement on a 37-month Extended Fund Facility (EFF) Arrangement worth around US$7 billion agreed by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Pakistani authorities. Within minutes of opening, the index increased by more…

ISLAMABAD, JULY15: The top bank in Pakistan, HBL, has made a strategic investment in AFT, a cutting-edge fintech startup, with the goal of boosting the growth of Pakistan’s merchant and agricultural industries.In these vital unbanked industries, our investment will improve operational efficiency and financial inclusion. AFT provides farmers and merchants with a bilingual interface for digital payments and financial services through its Digitt+ platform.By providing farmers with timely payments and businesses with easy digital transactions, HBL’s investment in AFT will increase financial inclusion in Pakistan. Head of Corporate Strategy at HBL Naeem Bashir Ahmad commented on this development, saying: “HBL…

ISLAMABAD, JULY14: France has expressed desire to increase bilateral relations especially in trade and investment sectors with Pakistan. The desire was expressed by the Ambassador of France to Pakistan Nicolas Galey during a function in Islamabad held to mark National Day of France.Minister of Privatization Abdul Aleem Khan graced the occasion. Speaking at the event, he said France has vast opportunities to invest in Pakistan in the fields of Minerals, Energy, Agriculture, Information Technology and Defense production. Abdul Aleem Khan said bilateral friendly relations between Pakistan and France have great significance as more than one hundred thousand Pakistanis are residing…