ISLAMABAD, AUGUST 2: The best telecom company in Pakistan, Zong 4G, is excited to announce that new International Direct Dialing (IDD) China Bundles are now available for both prepaid and postpaid users. Zong 4G is also drastically cutting the prices for IDD calls to China in an effort to improve connection and bring users more value. The new IDD China Bundles “Kam Paisay Ziyada Baat” & “Pak-China Friendship Bundle” are now available to Zong 4G subscribers. These packages are a new service that helps Chinese expats in Pakistan communicate more easily and affordably. These bundles enable Zong users to keep…
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ISLAMABAD, AUGUST 2: Ignite, Ministry of IT & Telecom, has given Lucky Landmark, a division of YBG, the prestigious assignment of operating the National Incubation Center (NIC) Karachi for the ensuing five years in collaboration with LMKT and Orbit Startups. NIC Karachi will prioritize industrial automation, fintech, cyber security, and the introduction of women-led companies as part of Ignite’s new focus. Under LMKT’s direction, NIC Karachi has grown to be Pakistan’s biggest startup accelerator and tech incubator in the last six years. With the help of 299 entrepreneurs, the center has helped to create one million employments, raise Rs. 9.1…
ISLAMABAD, AUGUST 2: Pakistan’s incredible run at the Asian U-18 Volleyball Championship continued unharmed as they defeated Chinese Taipei 3-1 in the super-8 round. With set scores of 25-20, 24-26, 25-18, and 25-23, Pakistan won the Tehran match, greatly increasing their prospects of making it to the semi-finals. Throughout the game, the Pakistani squad displayed incredible talent and tenacity. They got off to a quick start, winning the opening set 25–20 thanks to a barrage of strong spikes and well-timed blocks. Even after a fiercely contested second set in which Chinese Taipei prevailed 26–24, Pakistan recovered with newfound strength. Pakistan…
ISLAMABAD, AUGUST 2: ISLAMABAD Data issued by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) on Thursday shows that Pakistan’s merchandise exports increased 11.83 per cent to $2.31 billion in the first month of the current fiscal year from $2.06 billion in the same month previous year. Month over month, exports decreased by 9.77 percent from June. Exports increased 10.54 percent to $30.64 billion in FY24 from $27.72 billion the year before. From July 2023, exports rose continuously until January, when they began to decline. This downward trajectory continued till April. Following a brief setback, growth picked up speed in May and…
ISLAMABAD, AUGUST 2: In July 2024, total petroleum sales were 1.20 million tons, representing an 11% YoY decrease. The decrease in offtake, according to Arif Habib Limited, is the consequence of several factors, including the availability of petroleum products smuggled from Iran, a decline in demand for FO-based power production, and an increase in the price of MS and HSD, which led to decreased consumption. In July 2024, MS sales dropped 10% year over year to settle with 0.59 million tons. Similarly, in July 2024, HSD offtake fell by 6% YoY to 0.46 million tons. FO sales volumes totaled 0.08…
ISLAMABAD, AUGUST 1: The steering committee, which was established to address the purported financial leniency extended to long-distance and international (LDI) corporations, has been dissolved by the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunications. After the ministry decided to revoke a prior letter that had awarded LDI firms privileges totaling billions of rupees, the steering group was created to handle the issue of arrears affecting these companies. Together with current members from the IT ministry and the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), the committee included representatives from each of the nine LDI businesses. The ministry will now make a decision on the…
ISLAMABAD, AUGUST 1: The delegation of the Port Qasim Electric Power Company (PQEPC), led by the CEO of PQEPC, met with Federal Ministers of Finance Muhammad Aurangzeb and Power Sardar Awais Leghari. The minister was informed by the PQEPC team about the power company’s operations and some of the problems they’ve been having with past-due receivables. The team underscored Power China’s status as a significant Chinese state-owned firm and investor in Pakistan’s energy sector. The business will go on collaborating with Pakistan and contribute to the development of the power industry. The finance minister said that the government recognizes and…
ISLAMABAD, AUGUST 1: Beginning on September 1st, Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) will accept applications for its Teacher Training Programs, which include 1.5-year, 2.5-year, and 4-year B.Ed programs. During the second half of the Fall 2024 semester, AIOU will also provide a variety of additional programs, including associate degree programs (BA/B. Com.), postgraduate diplomas, and BS (ODL) programs. The Vice Chancellor of AIOU, Professor Dr. Nasir Mahmood, emphasized the accomplishments of the Faculty of Education’s teacher preparation programs. He mentioned that these programs have taught millions of instructors, and that their graduates are currently employed by educational institutions all around…
ISLAMABAD, AUGUST 1: When Australian icon Matthew Hayden chose an all-time One Day International (ODI) World Cup XI that didn’t include Virat Kohli, it caused some controversy. Legends from several eras are on Hayden’s roster. Two famed Pakistani fast bowlers, Wasim Akram and Waqar Younis, who used to terrorize batsmen with their raw pace and reverse swing, were chosen by the well-known Australian among them. One of the best batters in cricket history, Virat Kohli shines in the One-Day International (ODI) format, where he has amassed 50 hundreds. He is third on the all-time list of ODI run scorers with…
ISLAMABAD, AUGUST 1: According to recent statistics from IDC, the foldable smartphone industry in China is flourishing, with sales tripling over the same period last year. With its Mate X5 and Pocket 2 models, Huawei has made a clean sweep of the foldable market, accounting for roughly half of sales. These phones have satellite connection and processors built in China. Thanks to its svelte X Fold 3 and X Fold 3 Pro models, which are equipped with the best Snapdragon processors, Vivo comes in second. These gadgets were made available shortly before the quarter officially began. A total of 2.57…
