The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), the nation’s central bank, has issued a significant public warning, cautioning citizens about a new and sophisticated financial fraud scheme. Scammers have devised a new psychological tactic to steal hard-earned money from the public. Under this new method, fraudsters stage a drama of having “mistakenly sent money.” They target individuals by claiming via a call or SMS that they have accidentally transferred funds into the victim’s bank account. Immediately following this claim, the scammers begin to apply intense pressure on the victim, demanding they “return” the money right away. The SBP has clarified…
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The video-sharing giant YouTube has rolled out a new timer feature for its ‘Shorts’ feed, addressing rising concerns over the mental health impacts of excessive and “mindless scrolling.” This move is an attempt to give users more control over their screen time. Through this new feature, users can now go into the app’s settings and establish a specific daily time limit for watching Shorts. Once this preset limit is reached, a pop-up notification appears on the screen, pausing the feed. Currently, the feature functions more as a reminder than a strict enforcement. Users still have the option to dismiss the…
Jessica Tawil, a Lebanese-American social media influencer who was paralyzed in a tragic car accident nearly ten years ago, has taken her first steps with the help of advanced robotic technology, an emotional moment she shared with the world. Tawil, a resident of New Jersey, has spent the last decade disabled and in a wheelchair. In new videos, she is seen not only standing but walking with the aid of a robotic device. Her reaction to walking for the first time in 10 years was one of pure joy. She shared the powerful videos on her Instagram account, where they…
Pakistani security forces have successfully averted a major terrorist plot in North Waziristan, preventing a potential disaster in the region through a timely intelligence-based operation (IBO). According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), security forces received credible intelligence that terrorists belonging to an extremist group (termed “Khawarij”) were preparing a vehicle for a large-scale suicide attack. Acting on this intelligence, the forces launched an effective operation targeting the terrorist hideout. The ISPR confirmed that the operation resulted in the destruction of the vehicle-borne improvised explosive device (VBIED) that was being prepared for the attack. During the operation, three terrorists…
The second round of critical security negotiations between Pakistan and Afghanistan, hosted by Turkey, has concluded in Istanbul. These talks, seen as vital for regional stability, are expected to continue for two more days as both sides tackle complex issues. Held at a local hotel, the dialogue is centered on the deep security concerns that have recently strained relations between the two neighbors. According to sources, the Pakistani delegation presented its “clear and unequivocal stance” regarding the “Fitna-ul-Khawarij” (a term referring to extremist factions) and other terrorist organizations operating from Afghan soil. The objective of these negotiations goes beyond…
It is a nerve-wracking day for over 140,000 students and their families across Pakistan as the crucial Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) is being held today. This marks one of the nation’s most competitive exams, deciding the future of aspiring healthcare professionals. The lead-up to the test was marred by anxiety as rumors of the exam paper being leaked circulated widely on social media, causing distress among candidates. However, Professor Asif Ahmed Shaikh, CEO of the Sindh Testing Service (STS), firmly refuted these claims. He issued a clear statement confirming that all papers circulating online were “false” and…
In a major milestone for Pakistan’s national carrier and a moment of deep relief for the Pakistani diaspora, the first PIA flight in five years has successfully landed in Manchester from Islamabad, officially ending a long and damaging suspension. The event signified more than just a flight resumption; it marked the reconnection of a vital bridge between the two nations. A PIA spokesperson confirmed that the Boeing 777 aircraft completed its 5-hour direct journey, touching down at 5 PM local time. Emotional scenes unfolded at Manchester Airport as a large crowd of overseas Pakistanis gathered to give the flight…
The tragic martyrdom of SP Operations Asad Zubair and his two guards in an IED blast in Hangu on October 24 is now highlighting a perilous gap between the dangers police officers face and the resources provided to protect them. Disturbing information from sources suggests that SP Zubair was not traveling in a bullet-proof vehicle when he was responding to the highly sensitive location where a police post had just been attacked. This revelation is made more critical by reports that the same area had been targeted before, resulting in the death of an SHO years ago, and a separate…
Pakistan’s national space agency, SUPARCO, is taking a significant step in addressing environmental challenges by harnessing cutting-edge technology. The agency is hosting a key international training course in Karachi focused on the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and remote sensing for the preservation and management of forests. This five-day program, running from October 27 to 31, 2025, is titled “Geo-AI for Forest Information” and is being organized in collaboration with the Inter-Islamic Network on Space Science and Technology (ISNET). The primary objective of this specialized training is to strengthen the professional capabilities of experts from ISNET member countries. Participants…
Today marks a decisive day for 140,125 aspiring medical and dental professionals across Pakistan as the nationwide Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) 2025 is being conducted. The large-scale examination is taking place at 35 centers domestically, in addition to one international center in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, accommodating 194 Pakistani candidates. In a significant procedural shift this year, the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PM&DC) is not the direct administrator. Instead, the responsibility for conducting the test has been delegated to various universities. To ensure fairness and maintain standards, all participating universities were given access to the National…
