Islamabad, Mar 26, 2025: Easypaisa digital bank has launched its very own digital insurance marketplace, making insurance more accessible, affordable, and convenient for millions of Pakistanis. The platform provides a comprehensive range of coverage for the Pakistani population, including health, life, mobile, income protection, vehicle insurance, domestic & international travel, and doctor consultations, with industry leaders in the insurance space such as EFU Life, EFU General, IGI Life, IGI General, WEBDOC, and oladoc offering these services. Envisioning to make insurance products accessible for everyone, the newly launched insurance marketplace offers a one-month free subscription on all monthly plans, making coverage…
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Islamabad, Mar 26, 2025: The Sindh School Education Department has introduced a detailed set of guidelines for teachers throughout the province, as per a report by ARY News. The guidelines advise female educators to maintain a modest appearance by avoiding excessive cosmetics and high-heeled footwear. Meanwhile, the guidelines expect male teachers to refrain from wearing informal clothing such as T-shirts and denim jeans. Female staff members are encouraged to wear traditional attire and a gown while keeping accessories to a minimum. Additionally, the education department has imposed a strict ban on the use of intoxicants, including narcotics, gutka, naswar, mawa,…
Islamabad, Mar 26, 2025: Sindh Transport Department fined 71 inter-city buses for overcharging passengers ahead of Eidul Fitr 2025, ARY News reported on Wednesday. According to Sindh Transport Department spox, the action was taken after receiving a number of complaints about overcharging from the passengers. As many as 71 buses were slapped with heavy fines and Rs575,000 overcharging from the passengers were recovered and handed over to them. The spokesperson further said that Secretary PTA, Okash Khalid Memon took part who himself inquired after passengers about overcharging. Read More: Atlas Honda Gears Up to Launch Its First Electric Bike by…
Islamabad, Mar 26, 2025: Quaid-e-Azam University (QAU) Islamabad has officially declared a holiday break spanning from March 27 to April 4, 2025, in honor of Jumu’ah-tul-Wida and Eid-ul-Fitr. This announcement was made through an official notification issued by the university administration. As per the circular, all academic and administrative operations at QAU will remain suspended for nine consecutive days, with normal activities resuming on April 7, 2025. Read More: PMDC Approves Fee Reduction for Private Medical & Dental Colleges The decision has been formally approved by the Vice-Chancellor and communicated to faculty deans, department heads, hostel wardens, and other relevant…
Islamabad, Mar 26, 2025: The Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) has revealed that the birth of the Shawwal crescent is set for March 29, 2025, at 3:58 PM (PST), based on astronomical calculations. However, whether the moon will be visible depends on crucial elements such as its age, distance from the sun, elevation at sunset, and overall atmospheric clarity. Key Astronomical Factors: Moon’s Age at Sunset: Approximately 27 hours Distance from the Sun: Around 16 degrees Altitude at Sunset: Nearly 14 degrees Given these conditions, there is a strong likelihood that the Shawwal crescent will be visible…
Islamabad, Mar 26, 2025: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has released Cyber Security Advisory No. 360, cautioning website administrators about severe security flaws in various WordPress plugins. The advisory pinpoints four significant vulnerabilities that could expose websites to cyberattacks, urging immediate updates to mitigate risks. Major WordPress Plugins at Risk The advisory identifies multiple vulnerable plugins, including: WordPress Advance Menu Manager (versions 3.1.1 and earlier) WooCommerce PDF Vouchers (versions below 4.9.9) WPLMS (versions earlier than 1.9.9.5.2) These security loopholes allow hackers to gain unauthorized access, elevate user privileges, and execute harmful code, making websites prone to cyber threats. Critical Vulnerabilities…
Islamabad, Mar 26, 2025: The Saudi Riyal (SAR) maintained its upward trajectory against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) in the open market, reaching Rs74.75. The selling rate also experienced an increase, now standing at Rs75.15. Saudi Riyal to PKR Exchange Rate 1 SAR = Rs74.75 The Saudi Riyal serves as the national currency of Saudi Arabia, denoted by SAR or SR, and is further divided into 100 halalas. Currency exchange refers to the process of converting one monetary unit into another, such as exchanging Pakistani Rupees for US Dollars, UAE Dirhams, or other widely used currencies. Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have…
Islamabad, Mar 26, 2025: The Chairman of the Capital Development Authority (CDA), Muhammad Ali Randhawa, has directed officials to prepare the PC-1 for an ambitious cable car and chairlift project connecting Daman-e-Koh to Saidpur. This initiative aims to enhance Islamabad’s tourism appeal while generating substantial revenue for the city’s economic growth. In a high-level meeting attended by members from the Planning, Finance, and Environment departments, along with a delegation of Chinese consultants, Randhawa emphasized the project’s significance. He emphasized the need for a detailed feasibility study and a thorough safety assessment, ensuring that the team meticulously structures the PC-1 for…
Islamabad, Mar 26, 2025: An innovative AI-driven mining startup, EarthAI, has uncovered valuable mineral deposits in Australia, venturing into regions overlooked for decades. According to the company, they have successfully identified essential materials such as copper, cobalt, gold, silver, molybdenum, and tin. EarthAI gained significant recognition when Y Combinator selected it for the Spring 2019 cohort, providing crucial support to enhance its hardware and software solutions. EarthAI’s findings highlight the growing role of artificial intelligence in mineral exploration, demonstrating how AI can transform traditional prospecting methods. Leveraging advanced algorithms, EarthAI’s technology scans vast areas to detect potential mineral-rich zones that…
Islamabad, Mar 26, 2025: In a major decision, the Sindh Assembly’s parliamentary committee has announced grace marks for first-year intermediate students in Karachi who failed their annual exams. This step comes after concerns were raised about the examination process and administrative structure of the Board of Intermediate Education Karachi (BIEK). The decision follows an investigation by a fact-finding committee led by Dr. Sarosh Lodi. The committee highlighted irregularities in the board’s evaluation system, leading to unfair results for many students. After reviewing the findings, Sindh Education Minister Syed Sardar Ali Shah confirmed that students who failed would receive grace marks.…
