–A potential supply shock tied to Taiwan chips and Gulf energy flows could trigger a major economic disruption for the United States BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: A growing risk scenario linked to global semiconductor supply chains is raising concerns among analysts about a potential economic shock to the United States, driven …
Read More »Doctors protest suspensions at Lady Willingdon Hospital
–YDA threatens mass resignations over video controversy BeNewz Report LAHORE: A dispute over a viral surgery video at Lady Willingdon Hospital has escalated, with the Young Doctors Association warning of province-wide resignations after authorities suspended eight doctors. The controversy erupted after a video recorded during a surgical procedure surfaced on …
Read More »PCB issues notice to Naseem Shah over tweet
–Fast bowler faces disciplinary action after controversial social media post during PSL 2026 opener sparks backlash Abdullah Zahid LAHORE: Naseem Shah has been served a show-cause notice by the Pakistan Cricket Board after a controversial social media post targeting Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz during the Pakistan Super League 2026 …
Read More »FIA files two cases against Dr Fazila Abbasi
— FIA registers separate money laundering and regulatory cases against Dr. Fazeela Abbasi Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Federal Investigation Agency has registered two separate cases against Dr. Fazeela Abbasi—a TikToker and sister of actor Hamza Ali Abbasi, over alleged money laundering and regulatory violations. One case was filed under money …
Read More »PTA raises Rs144bn in 5G spectrum auction
Pakistan Telecommunication Authority says 5G spectrum auction fetched Rs144.5bn, with 480 MHz sold in the first stage, increasing spectrum availability by 1.7%. Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Telecommunication Authority chairman Major General (retd) Hafeez ur Rehman announced the results of the 5G spectrum auction, saying the first phase of bidding has …
Read More »5G auction milestone for Pakistan digital economy
—Finance Minister says NGMS/5G spectrum auction will accelerate digital growth and support IT exports, telecom expansion, and digital payments ecosystem in Pakistan Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said the NGMS/5G spectrum auction conducted by the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority marks a major step toward Pakistan’s digital transformation and expansion …
Read More »Consumer court moved against Jazzcash over failed package
–A Pakistani consumer has taken JazzCash to Islamabad’s Consumer Court, seeking Rs2 million Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: A frustrated Pakistani consumer filed a lawsuit against JazzCash, the digital wallet of Pakistan’s largest telecom operator, Jazz, alleging unauthorized deduction of Rs 823 for a weekly mobile package that was never activated. Court …
Read More »CCP urges reforms for competitive auto sector
Competition Commission calls for policy, financing, and regulatory reforms to boost Pakistan’s auto industry. Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has released a landmark report, “The Road to Fair Competition – A Study of Pakistan’s Automobile Industry,” highlighting structural and regulatory challenges and recommending sweeping reforms to …
Read More »After PIA post privatization, changes planned in air agreements with Gulf
BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: Senate Standing Committee on Privatization was informed that the Fauji Foundation is not part of the Arif Habib consortium set to acquire Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), while the government will retain a 25 percent stake in the national carrier valued at Rs45 billion. The briefing was given …
Read More »Dar’s Dubai visit targets $799m PTCL stalemate amid shifting ties
BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar landed in Dubai on Friday for a high-stakes official visit, arriving directly from the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. His primary agenda: urgent talks with the management of UAE-based telecom powerhouse Etisalat to untangle a protracted dispute over …
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