Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Emergency maintenance on a key undersea cable begins today, expected to cause nationwide slowdowns for up to 18 hours, according to PTCL and Nayatel. Pakistan’s two major internet service providers, Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) and Nayatel, have announced scheduled emergency maintenance on a critical submarine cable …
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Slimmer, lighter foldable expected with top-tier specs; tri-fold phone also in development BeNewz ReportSamsung is once again pushing the boundaries of mobile innovation with the announcement of a special edition of its popular foldable phone, the Galaxy Z Fold 7, set to launch in China on October 11. Details shared …
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Massive customs fraud exposed at Jinnah International as FBR seizes Rs103 million consignment and initiates arrests over fake clearances. The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has unearthed a major customs duty and tax evasion scam at Karachi’s Jinnah International Airport, involving the illegal clearance of high-value electronics worth hundreds of …
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Digital transport card system stalls amid technical glitches and citizen frustration Aftab Maken The Punjab government’s digital transport initiative, the T-Cash card system, has come to a standstill after its online registration portal went offline due to technical malfunctions. Citizens across major cities including Lahore, Rawalpindi, and Faisalabad are facing …
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BeNewz Report The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has approved the acquisition of Telenor Pakistan and Orion Towers by Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL), subject to conditions aimed at maintaining competition and protecting consumers. PTCL’s 100% acquisition of Telenor Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd. and Orion Towers (Pvt.) Ltd. has been conditionally …
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Commercial import of used vehicles under five years old now permitted until June 2026, with phased duty reduction planned through 2030. BeNewz Report The Ministry of Commerce has officially notified amendments to Pakistan’s Import Policy Order, allowing the commercial import of used vehicles up to five years old, effective immediately. …
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BeNewz Report The UAE has introduced multiple new visa categories aimed at making it easier for professionals, tourists, and humanitarian cases to enter and stay in the country. In a significant overhaul of its immigration policy, the United Arab Emirates has launched a series of new visa types designed to …
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Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb chaired the ECC meeting virtually, approving used vehicle imports with age and duty conditions until 2026. Aftab Maken The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet approved the commercial import of used vehicles under specific conditions during a meeting chaired virtually by Finance Minister Senator Muhammad …
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BeNewz Report Former IT minister Anusha Rehman and PMLN leader have resigned from the Senate’s Standing Committee on IT amid deepening controversy over the PTCL-Ufone merger with Telenor Pakistan. Ms Rehman, who is also on the Board of Directors of Ufone, failed to convince his committee fellow members to recommend …
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Benewz Report BingX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 AI company, concluded its first-ever BingX OnTour Meetup in Pakistan, held in Karachi on September 20, 2025. This milestone reinforced BingX’s commitment to building stronger connections with traders, enthusiasts, and influencers in one of the fastest-growing crypto communities. The BingX OnTour …
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