On Saturday, the price of 24 karat gold per tola increased by Rs. 400, reaching Rs. 292,200, up from Rs. 291,800 on the previous trading day, as reported by the All Sindh Sarafa Jewellers Association. The price of 10 grams of 24 karat gold also rose by Rs. 343, reaching Rs. 250,514 from Rs. 250,171, while the price of 10 grams of 22 karat gold increased to Rs. 229,646 from Rs. 229,331. On the other hand, the price of per tola silver decreased by Rs. 30, bringing it down to Rs. 3,270, and the price of 10 grams of silver…
Author: Raja Zahid Khanzada
Pakistan Customs foiled an attempt on Saturday to game the Faceless Customs Assessment System (FCAS), a newly launched system aimed at ensuring speedy and quality assessments. A press release stated, “Such an attempt was quite expected, and the Karachi Customs team, tasked with its operations, was directed by the FBR to exercise constant vigilance in this regard.” The individuals attempting to game the FCAS have been taken to task, with customs licenses of 45 agents involved in the attempt being suspended by Karachi Customs, and show-cause notices being issued in accordance with the Customs Agents Rules. An appraising officer found…
The Pakistani government has announced an increase in the prices of petrol and diesel. Petrol prices have risen by Rs1 per liter, while diesel prices have increased by Rs7 per liter. The new price of petrol is Rs257.13 per liter, and the new price of high-speed diesel is Rs267.95 per liter. These price adjustments will take effect at midnight tonight and will remain in place for the next 15 days. This announcement follows a recent price increase for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) announced a Rs3.68 per kilogram increase in LPG prices, resulting in…
The Pakistani government has pledged to prevent sugar prices from rising during the upcoming Muslim holy month of Ramadan. Industries and Production Minister Rana Tanveer Hussain made the announcement following a Friday meeting in Islamabad convened to review sugar pricing. Minister Hussain stated that providing consumer relief during Ramadan is a government responsibility. To this end, sugar millers have been granted a one-week period to consult on pricing, with final rates to be announced on Thursday. He also emphasized the importance of fair profit-sharing with farmers and urged sugar millers to address the production and financial challenges faced by agricultural…
The United States Commerce Department has launched an investigation into whether China’s DeepSeek has used American AI chips that were prohibited from shipment to China. DeepSeek, which recently introduced an AI assistant capable of operating with reduced data and significantly lower costs than US models, gained widespread attention last week. The application swiftly became the most downloaded app on Apple’s App Store, triggering concerns over America’s dominance in artificial intelligence. This development led to a massive sell-off in US technology stocks, wiping nearly $1 trillion from their market value. The restrictions on Nvidia’s artificial intelligence processors had been designed to…
WhatsApp has introduced a new feature in its beta version that allows users to create and share events in one-on-one chats. This feature, included in WhatsApp beta version 2.25.3.6 for Android and version 25.2.10.73 for iOS, enables users to schedule and manage events within private conversations. According to the WABetaInfo report, this functionality had been under development but is now available to some beta testers. It had previously existed in group chats but was not accessible in individual conversations. With this introduction, users no longer need to rely on external calendars or third-party apps for scheduling personal appointments and one-on-one…
https://youtu.be/g–S62EGJqA?si=wfJpGRKGdfYO-zJ7 IIFA 2025: A Star-Studded Silver Jubilee Spectacle Set to Dazzle Jaipur! By: Raja Zahid Akhtar Khanzada Jaipur, Rajasthan :The International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards 2025 are all set to dazzle fans across the globe with their historic 25th-anniversary celebration, themed ‘Silver Is The New Gold’. Taking place in the vibrant Pink City of Jaipur, Rajasthan, on March 8th and 9th, 2025, this milestone event will be nothing short of a cinematic spectacle, bringing together the biggest stars, breathtaking performances, and unforgettable moments in Indian cinema history. Kartik Aaryan’s Big Debut as Host! For the first time ever, Bollywood…
Nigeria’s internet consumption soared to 973,455 terabytes in December 2024, marking a 36.5% year-on-year increase from 713,200 terabytes recorded in December 2023. This total data usage amounted to approximately 998.79 million gigabytes, reflecting the country’s growing digital demand. The Nigerian Communications Commission released the data on Friday, highlighting a 10.75% increase in internet usage between November and December 2024. Internet subscriptions rose to 139.28 million in December, up from 136.54 million the previous month, reinforcing the upward trend in connectivity. Broadband penetration stood at 44.43% at the end of 2024, falling short of the 70% target set under Nigeria’s National…
SpaceX’s Starlink project, reshaping global internet access, particularly in underserved and remote regions, is providing high-speed internet through an advanced satellite network. Led by technology entrepreneur Elon Musk, the initiative has provided connectivity in areas where traditional service providers failed. By bridging the digital divide, Starlink has revolutionized sectors like education and healthcare. The project’s impact is significant, with the satellite internet market projected to surge to $30 billion by 2030. This rapid expansion disrupted traditional industries and generated new economic opportunities on a global scale. Experts highlighted the advantages of reliable internet, as students in remote areas gained access…
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has officially confirmed that made-in-India iPhones and related devices are banned from being sold or used in the Pakistani market. This decision comes in light of cybersecurity concerns raised by the Cabinet Division, which the PTA has since dismissed, saying the sale and use of made-in-India iPhones in the Pakistani market is not possible. According to a PTA spokesperson, the import of Indian products is strictly prohibited under the existing import restrictions under the Import Policy Order 2022, and Indian-manufactured iPhones and devices have been blacklisted in Pakistan. The PTA also clarified that it does…
