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Zong 5G Launches Commercially, Leading Pakistan’s Digital Transformation into a New Era

Islamabad – March 19, 2026: Zong, Pakistan’s leading telecommunications provider, has officially launched its 5G services across more than 16 cities, including Islamabad, Rawalpindi,…

Kaspersky survey finds 83% of employees stay connected during time off, raising digital anxiety concerns

Islamabad — A new Kaspersky survey has found that 83% of employees in the Middle East, Türkiye and Africa (META) region remain connected to…

Gold price in Pakistan holds at Rs523,762 per tola after recent increase

Karachi: Gold price in Pakistan remained unchanged at Rs523,762 per tola on Wednesday, following a recent increase in the previous trading session, according to…

Zong reports 1.4Gbps speeds during 5G trial phase in Pakistan

Zong has recorded download speeds exceeding 1.4Gbps during its pre-launch 5G trials in Islamabad and other major urban centres, signalling progress in Pakistan’s shift…

Gulf banks face $307 billion deposit risk if Middle East conflict escalates, S&P warns

Gulf banks could face deposit outflows of up to $307 billion if the Middle East conflict intensifies, according to a report by S&P Global…

FFC holds 48th annual general meeting, reviews 2025 performance

ISLAMABAD, March 16: Fauji Fertilizer Company Limited (FFC) held its 48th Annual General Meeting (AGM) with 59 percent shareholder participation, reviewing the company’s financial…

Gold price in Pakistan today rises to Rs523,762 per tola after recent drop

Gold price in Pakistan increased to Rs523,762 per tola on Tuesday, recovering from the previous session when rates had dropped to Rs522,762, according to…

Free fruit fly traps distributed among farmers in Swat to protect orchards

SWAT — The Agriculture Department has launched a programme to distribute free fruit fly traps among farmers in Swat, aiming to protect orchards from…

Punjab reviews energy reforms to promote affordable power for industry

LAHORE — Punjab Energy Minister Malik Faisal Ayub Khokhar chaired a high-level meeting to review proposals aimed at promoting affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy…

PAFLA & SI Global Solutions aim to strengthen Pakistan’s freelancing ecosystem

KARACHI: Pakistan Freelancers Association (PAFLA) and SI Global Solutions have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to foster collaboration aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s rapidly…

TCL launches TP200K party speaker in Pakistan ahead of Eid season

LAHORE — TCL has introduced its TP200K Party Speaker in Pakistan, aiming to offer a high-performance audio solution for Eid gatherings and social events,…

Possible LNG shortage may affect power sector gas supply in April, Senate committee told

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan may face constraints in gas supply to the power sector later this month as liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipments are expected to…

Gold price today in Pakistan drops Rs1,800 per tola

ISLAMABAD: Gold prices in Pakistan declined on Monday, with the price of 24-karat gold per tola dropping by Rs1,800 to Rs522,762, according to figures…

CBD Punjab offers 40-kanal plot for hospital at Walton Road Bab District

LAHORE, March 16: The Central Business District Punjab (CBD Punjab) has offered a 40-kanal plot in Lahore’s Bab District on Walton Road for the…

New entrants reshape Pakistan’s auto market with advanced technology and price competition

LAHORE, March 16: The entry of several Chinese automobile manufacturers into Pakistan’s market is expanding consumer choice and introducing new technologies, while increasing price…

NGC upgrades Lahore transmission line, energizes new autotransformer in Hyderabad

LAHORE, March 16: The National Grid Company of Pakistan (NGC) has completed key upgrades to the country’s power transmission infrastructure, including the upgradation of…