Arshad Nadeem tax relief: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has made a significant announcement regarding Olympian Arshad Nadeem’s prize money. Contrary to the usual practice, Nadeem’s rewards for his outstanding performance at the Olympic Games will not be subject to any income tax or withholding tax. This decision recognizes Nadeem’s exceptional achievements and aims…
Shamima Begum’s appeal: Shamima Begum 24-year-old, the 24-year-old British woman who left the UK and traveled to Syria as a teenager to join the Islamic State group, has lost her final legal bid to challenge the removal of her British citizenship. The Supreme Court justices ruled that her case did not raise an arguable point…
Adeel Hussain’s mother passes away: On August 6, 2024, the entertainment industry mourned the loss of Roohi Najam, the beloved mother of Pakistani actor Adeel Hussain. Her passing left a void in the hearts of many, but her legacy of compassion and grace will continue to inspire. A Heartfelt Tribute Adeel Hussain took the time…
Sultana Nasab K2 Summit: In a groundbreaking achievement, Sultana Nasab from Gilgit-Baltistan has become the third Pakistani woman to summit K2, the world’s second-highest mountain. People are celebrating her ascent as a significant milestone for women in Pakistan. Nasab, hailing from upper Hunza in Pakistan’s northern Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) region, was the only female member of…
WhatsApp, the popular messaging platform owned by Meta, has rolled out a new feature called “context cards” to enhance safety within group chats. With the rise of spammy and unsolicited group invitations, this feature aims to empower users with more information before joining a group. Here’s how context cards work: Details About the Group: Informed…
National Firewall Social Media: The federal government has taken a significant step towards controlling the content that users can post on social media platforms such as X, Facebook, and YouTube. A national firewall is being installed to monitor and regulate the flow of information on these platforms. The primary function of this firewall is to…
The capital city of Pakistan, Islamabad, has leaped forward in modernizing its transport infrastructure with the arrival of the first batch of electric buses from China. These buses, which are part of a larger fleet, are expected to operate on two feeder routes of the Metro Bus Service, enhancing the connectivity and efficiency of public…
YouTube has officially launched a new gaming feature called ‘Playables’, allowing users to play over 75 games directly on the platform. This innovative move is set to change the way we interact with video content, offering a seamless blend of viewing and gaming experiences. The Genesis of Playables The concept of Playables began as an…
WhatsApp Colorful Chat Bubbles: WhatsApp, one of the world’s most popular messaging apps, is set to introduce a new feature that will allow users to customize the color of their chat bubbles. This feature, which WhatsApp is currently testing, appeared in one of the latest beta versions. The new feature will be located under the…
In a recent announcement, the government of Pakistan has decided to increase the fees for fast-track passports. This change, effective from May 8th, is significant and is expected to impact many citizens who opt for this service. The fee for a 36-page Machine Readable (MR) passport, valid for five years, has been increased to Rs….
