The federal government has submitted a formal application to the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA), proposing a significant reduction in electricity tariffs for EV charging stations to promote electric vehicles (EVs) across the country. The application suggests cutting the basic tariff by Rs23.57 per unit. The government has already announced a 44% reduced tariff for electric vehicle charging stations, aiming to make EVs more affordable and accelerate the transition to clean energy. According to the government’s proposal, the reduced tariff aligns with the targets set under Pakistan’s Electric Vehicle Policy 2030, which aims to boost the adoption of electric…
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The price of gold in Pakistan continued its upward trend on Monday, reflecting global market trends. In the local market, the price of 24-karat gold per tola increased by Rs200, reaching an all-time high of Rs292,400, according to data shared by the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA). Similarly, the price of 10 grams of 24-karat gold rose by Rs171, bringing it to Rs250,685. In the international market, the price of gold also saw a rise of $2 on Monday, reaching $2,799 per ounce with an additional premium of $20. However, the price of 24-karat silver in the local…
The sugar mafia has once again tightened its grip on the market, leading to a sharp increase in sugar prices across the country. In the past two weeks, the price of sugar has risen by Rs15 to Rs20 per kilogram in various cities, causing widespread concern among citizens and traders alike. In Multan, sugar that was available for Rs135 per kilogram two weeks ago is now being sold for Rs150 to Rs160 per kilogram after a hike of Rs20 to Rs25. Similarly, a 50kg bag of sugar, which previously cost Rs6,750, is now priced at Rs7,200. The trend is consistent…
The federal government has decided to restart the privatization process of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), with expressions of interest to be invited within the month. The final decision will be made in a meeting of the Prime Minister’s Committee on Privatization, officials confirmed. During a meeting of the National Assembly Standing Committee on Privatization, Privatization Commission Secretary Usman Bajwa briefed members on the renewed process. He also revealed that the IMF has approved tax exemptions on aircraft for airlines other than PIA, allowing them to compete with regional carriers. Privatization Chairman Committee Farooq Sattar emphasized the need to ensure job…
OpenAI has unveiled a new feature in ChatGPT called “Deep Research,” which will help users conduct in-depth research. According to TechCrunch, the new feature, launched on Sunday, will assist ChatGPT users in performing detailed research. The tech giant shared in a blog post that this feature is specifically designed for “people who do intensive knowledge work in areas like finance, science, policy, and engineering and need thorough, precise, and reliable research.” In addition, the new feature will also assist in making big purchases, such as appliances and cars, that require some prior study or knowledge. According to OpenAI, the deep…
There is continuous competition between iPhone and Samsung, and for a while, there have been rumours that Apple is planning to launch a foldable iPhone, similar to Samsung. A new report indicates that Apple is about to finalize a partner for making the folding displays for the foldable iPhone. Apple hasn’t officially announced a foldable iPhone, but the numerous leaks about such a device make it seem very likely that it is in development. Earlier, there were reports suggesting that the foldable iPhone might be cancelled because Apple was unable to create a satisfactory bending screen. In November, it was…
Google took major actions against apps and developer accounts that violated its policies. In the previous year, 2.36 million app submissions were blocked from being added to the Play Store due to being potential cybersecurity risks. As per TechRadar, Google banned 158,000 developer accounts that were attempting to upload dangerous software like malware and spyware. For this, Google used artificial intelligence (AI) to help identify and block harmful apps and developer accounts. In 92% of cases where harmful apps or accounts were successfully identified, human reviewers worked with AI tools to make the final decision. The company said in a…
One of the world’s richest men, Mukesh Ambani, is constructing the world’s largest data center in Jamnagar, a small town in Gujarat. This town already hosts Reliance’s major oil refining and petrochemical facilities. The size of this new center would be five times bigger than Microsoft’s 600-megawatt data center in Boydton, Virginia. As per Bloomberg, Nvidia will supply the necessary AI chips to Reliance Group for its data center project. This comes at a time when many tech companies are investing heavily in AI infrastructure. Reliance plans to primarily use renewable energy, such as solar, wind, and green hydrogen to…
Cristiano Ronaldo recently attended UFC Fight Night in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The player took to his Instagram account and gave his fans a sneak peek into the night. Although Ronaldo was a special VIP guest at the ANB Arena in Riyadh, the main reason for attending was to support his friend Shara Magomedov, who was fighting against Michael Page. Prior to the event, Ronaldo met with Shara in a special meeting. During the meeting, they exchanged jerseys and discussed the upcoming fight, where Ronaldo expressed his full support for Shara. Shara later expressed his gratitude towards Ronaldo in a post…
Lewis Hamilton, who is all set to make his Formula 1 Ferrari debut in 2025, has revealed the one aspect that he will most likely not “enjoy” during the season. According to F1Oversteer, the seven-time world champion has to wait a few more weeks to drive the F1 car of his new team Ferrari for the 2025 season, as the Italian sports car manufacturers are set to launch their car a day after the F1 75 event, which is scheduled to take place in London on February 18, 2025. British journalist Ben Anderson, while speaking on The Race F1’s Patreon,…
