Islamabad, Oct 1: Xiaomi 15 Pro Telephoto Camera Set to Be the Best in Any Flagship Yet Xiaomi is gearing up to launch the Xiaomi 15 series next month, following Qualcomm’s release of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset. The series is expected to feature two models: Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Pro. Recent leaks, particularly from a Weibo tipster known as “Experience More,” reveal significant camera upgrades for the Xiaomi 15 Pro. One of the standout features of the Xiaomi 15 Pro is its telephoto camera, which is set to use the Sony IMX858 sensor, similar to the one…
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Islamabad, Oct 1: Windows 11 Update Breaks PCs, Laptops Microsoft has alerted users that some Windows 11 systems may experience reboot loops or freezing after installing the September 2024 KB5043145 preview update. Released on Thursday, this update addressed issues like freezes with Edge and the task manager. Following the update, Microsoft updated the KB5043145 support document to acknowledge a new issue. Windows 11 22H2 and 23H2 users may encounter restart loops or unresponsive systems. Some users reported repeated restarts or freezes with blue or green screens, and some devices launched the Automatic Repair tool after multiple restart attempts. BitLocker recovery…
Islamabad, Sep 30: Pakistan’s economy has demonstrated stable growth of 3.07 percent during the fourth quarter (Q4) of FY 2023-24, as per estimates approved by the National Accounts Committee (NAC) on Monday. In Q4, the growth rates for various sectors were as follows: 6.76 percent in agriculture, -3.59 percent in industry, and 3.69 percent in services. The NAC also revised the growth estimates for the first three quarters of FY 2023-24, reporting 2.69 percent for Q1, 1.97 percent for Q2, and 2.36 percent for Q3. These figures were adjusted from earlier estimates of 2.71 percent, 1.79 percent, and 2.09 percent,…
Islamabad, Sep 30: AliExpress Rival Temu Arrives in Pakistan After its initial launch in July 2022, Temu has gained immense popularity worldwide in 2023, becoming known for its highly affordable products similar to AliExpress. The online shopping platform has officially commenced operations in Pakistan, offering a vast selection of products, including clothing for men, women, and children, sports items, cosmetics, electronics, home appliances, books, and pet supplies. Currently, Temu provides free shipping on all orders and offers Rs. 280 credit for any late deliveries. Additionally, if there’s a price change for an item within 30 days of your order, you…
Islamabad, Sep 30: Rawalpindi Metro Repairs to Finish by December Punjab Secretary of Transport, Dr. Ahmed Javed Qazi has instructed the Rawalpindi Development Authority (RDA) to accelerate the repair work on the metro bus corridor from Saddar to Faizabad. During his visit to the site, Dr. Qazi highlighted the necessity of the metro bus service, which is used by over 100,000 people daily, stressing that extended delays are unacceptable. The repair project, costing Rs. 718.945 million, is expected to be completed by December. Out of 20 designated sites, six have been finished, including sections of the Shamsabad, Rehmanabad, Waris Khan,…
Islamabad, Sep 30: Saudi Riyal to PKR Steady at 74.17 in Interbank Rate 2024, stands at Rs73.75 for buying and Rs74.30 for selling in the open market, according to forex.pk. The Saudi Riyal is the official currency of Saudi Arabia, and it is subdivided into 100 halalas. For conversions: 500 SAR equals Rs36,875. 1,000 SAR equals Rs73,750. People traveling with Saudi Riyals to Pakistan can convert their currency at banks or exchange companies based on these rates.
Islamabad, Sep 30: Saudi Unemployment Falls to 7.1% in Q2 2024 Unemployment in Saudi Arabia dropped to 7.1% in the second quarter of 2024, down from 7.6% in the previous quarter and 8.5% a year ago, according to government data. The overall unemployment rate, including expatriates, decreased to 3.3% from 4.1% in Q2 of 2023, as reported by the General Authority for Statistics. The decrease in unemployment aligns with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s Vision 2030 initiative, which focuses on job creation and diversifying the economy away from oil. A notable development has been the rise in women’s participation in…
Islamabad 30: HMD’s Flagship Grade “Moon Knight” Phone Coming Soon The company behind Nokia phones, HMD Global, mostly focuses on mid-range smartphones. New leaks and rumors suggest that HMD now is working on a flagship-grade phone. The device is rumored to be called the HMD “Moon Knight”. The HMD Moon Knight (model TA-1691) is rumored to include a 1080p P-OLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, though the exact size of the screen hasn’t been disclosed. It will be powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip, a slightly toned-down version of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. Despite this, the…
Islamabad, Sep 30: Pakistan vs England Test series’ tickets to go on sale available for online purchase starting today at 5:00 PM PST on PCB.tcs.com.pk, according to a report by ARY News quoting the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). Physical tickets will be sold at various outlets starting October 4, 9:00 AM. This series is part of the ICC World Test Championship 2023-25, with the first two Test matches set to take place at the Multan Cricket Stadium (MCS) from October 7 to 19. The third Test will be held at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium (RCS) from October 24 to 28.…
Islamabad, Sep 30: Pakistan Railways 50% Concession for Disabled Persons Pakistan Railways is now offering a 50% discount on rail fares for people with disabilities traveling on all express and passenger trains, according to an official from the railway department on Monday. The discount will be available upon presenting a Computerized National Identity Card with a disability logo. Additionally, a 50% concession is also being extended to attendants accompanying visually impaired passengers. However, on September 23, the Ministry of Railways increased ticket prices by up to 50% for the general public. Pakistan Railways 50% Concession for Disabled Persons Reports indicate…
