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Telenor Pakistan sets global record with 90-million customer migration
February 4, 2026
ISLAMABAD: Telenor Pakistan has completed what it described as the world’s largest one-go migration of its entire prepaid and postpaid customer base, moving 90…

PIA rolls out short-term discount for Paris–Pakistan flights ahead of spring travel
February 4, 2026
Pakistan International Airlines has announced a limited-time fare discount for passengers travelling to Pakistan from Paris, offering 10% off on eligible incoming flights as…

Saim Ayub becomes world No. 1 T20I all-rounder in ICC rankings
February 4, 2026
LAHORE — Pakistan’s rising cricket star Saim Ayub has been ranked the world’s No. 1 T20I all-rounder in the latest player rankings released by…

Samsung reveals app-level privacy display for Galaxy S26 Ultra, moving beyond screen filters
February 4, 2026
Samsung has confirmed a new privacy-focused display technology for its upcoming Galaxy smartphones, introducing an app-level privacy system that goes beyond traditional screen filters…

GREAT Scholarships 2026–27: £10,000 funding guide for international students in the UK
February 4, 2026
The GREAT Scholarships programme offers international students the opportunity to study in the United Kingdom with £10,000 in tuition fee support for selected one-year…

$1.25 trillion SpaceX–xAI deal propels Elon Musk’s fortune to $852.5bn
February 4, 2026
The merger of SpaceX and xAI has reshaped the global tech landscape and sharply lifted Elon Musk’s personal wealth, pushing his estimated net worth…

Punjab launches Phase II of school meal program to support child nutrition
February 4, 2026
LAHORE — Punjab Food Authority, in collaboration with the Labour and Human Resources Department, has launched Phase II of the School Meal Program, extending…

HEC launches free national skills competency test for Final Year IT students
February 4, 2026
ISLAMABAD: Higher Education Commission has formally announced the launch of the National Skill Competency Test for IT graduates, a standardized assessment aimed at aligning…

China controls over 70% of global EV batteries, led by CATL and BYD
February 4, 2026
Chinese battery makers tightened their grip on the global electric vehicle battery market in 2025, accounting for more than 70% of worldwide installations, led…