Pakistan’s Telecom Giants Deposit $15 Million Each as 5G Auction Enters Final Phase
Pakistan’s long-awaited 5G spectrum auction has entered its decisive stage, with leading telecom operators beginning to meet the financial requirements set by the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA). Two major operators, Ufone and Zong, have each…
Apple Plans Major MacBook, iPad, and Software Launches in Early 2026
Apple is gearing up for a busy start to 2026, with plans to release a wide range of new MacBook and iPad models alongside fresh software updates. The upcoming lineup signals an ambitious launch schedule for the tech giant. At the forefront of Apple’s…
Ruet-e-Hilal Committee to Meet on Feb 18 in Peshawar for Ramadan 1447AH Moon Sighting
The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee (RHC) will convene in Peshawar on February 18 to sight the crescent moon for the beginning of Ramadan 1447AH. Zonal moon-sighting committees will meet simultaneously in Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, and Quetta. The…
Nosy Neighbours and Moral Policing in Pakistani Drama – Sharpasand
Pakistani dramas have always been good at showing gossip in neighbourhoods. Usually, there is one character — often an auntie — who knows everything, spreads rumours, and influences what people consider “right” or “wrong.” She is the self-appointed…
Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 Squad Announced – Babar Azam Returns, Salman Ali Agha Named Captain
Pakistan have officially unveiled their 15-member squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, set to be hosted jointly by India and Sri Lanka. The announcement, made on 25 January 2026, confirms Salman Ali Agha as captain, while senior stars Babar Azam…
China, Russia, Iran start ‘BRICS Plus’ naval exercises in South African waters
Reuters — China, Russia and Iran began a week of joint naval exercises in South Africa’s waters on Saturday in what the host country described as a BRICS Plus operation to “ensure the safety of shipping and maritime economic activities”. BRICS Plus is an…
IMF Seeks End to Tax Exemptions on Electric and Hybrid Vehicles in Pakistan
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has put forward new conditions under Pakistan’s $7 billion loan program, with potential consequences for the country’s emerging electric and hybrid vehicle sector. According to sources, the IMF has called for the…
Double Decker bus service starts trial run in Karachi on new years eve
Karachi has witnessed the revival of an iconic mode of transport as double-decker buses return to its roads after nearly five decades. The Sindh government officially launched a trial service on Wednesday, operating from Malir to Sharea Faisal and…
Karachi - City of Lights
Mazar-e-Quaid The Largest city of Pakistan, it spreads over 3,530 kms. Karachi was the capital city of Pakistan from 1947 to 1958. Now Karachi is the capital of the Province of Sindh. Karachi is known as the “city of lights”. There are several Popular…
Suzuki Fronx Launches a New Era for XUVs in Pakistan at PAPS 2025
Pak Suzuki Motor Company Limited (PSMCL) has unveiled the all-new Suzuki Fronx at the Pakistan Auto Parts Show (PAPS) 2025, marking a significant milestone in its product portfolio expansion. The Fronx will officially launch in May 2026, and it…