The Government of Punjab has officially increased the Punjab minimum wage 40000 per month for workers, according to a notification released by the Labour and Human Resource Department on September 10, 2025. The wage hike applies to all industrial and commercial establishments across the province and is effective immediately. Breaking down the new wage structure,…
Apple is gearing up for its highly anticipated “Awe-Dropping” event on September 9, 2025, at Apple Park in Cupertino. The keynote, starting at 10 p.m. PKT, will be live-streamed globally on Apple’s official website and YouTube channel. From next-generation iPhones to advanced wearables, here’s what to expect. Apple Watch Lineup: Ultra, Series 11, and SE…
Internet connectivity across parts of Asia and the Middle East has been significantly degraded due to a series of undersea cable cuts in the Red Sea. Internet monitoring group NetBlocks confirmed outages affecting key systems, including the SMW4 and IMEWE cables near Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, impacting countries such as India, Pakistan, and the UAE. In…
Samsung has officially unveiled the Galaxy S25 FE, expanding its Fan Edition lineup with measured yet substantial upgrades in battery, performance, and software—while preserving much of the design familiarity fans loved in the S24 FE. Design & Build The phone maintains a similar aesthetic to its predecessor but gains a slimmer and lighter physique thanks…
The Government of Pakistan has officially declared Saturday, September 6, 2025, as a public holiday in observance of Eid Milad-un-Nabi (12th Rabi-ul-Awwal). The announcement was made through a notification issued by the Cabinet Division, confirming that all federal institutions, schools, and offices will remain closed on this date. According to the notification, the holiday marks…
The Government of Pakistan has officially announced that the long-awaited 5G spectrum auction will be completed by December 2025. The confirmation came during a meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on Information Technology and Telecommunication, where officials stressed that 5G is a key step toward transforming the country’s digital landscape. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has…
The Government of Pakistan has announced that petrol prices will remain unchanged for the next two weeks, holding steady at Rs 264.61 per liter. This is the second consecutive fortnight where petrol prices have been kept stable despite fluctuations in the global oil market. The decision is aimed at providing consistency for consumers and easing…
Google has officially rolled out its AI Mode in Pakistan, offering users the company’s most advanced AI-powered search experience yet. Initially introduced in the United States earlier this year, the feature now extends to Pakistani users on mobile and desktop platforms. What is AI Mode? AI Mode is powered by a custom version of Google’s…
Apple has officially confirmed its highly anticipated iPhone 17 Series Launch Event for September 9, 2025, at Apple Park, Cupertino. This event is set to unveil the iPhone 17 series, alongside other potential product updates, making it one of the most exciting tech events of the year. The Launch Event The keynote will begin at…
On August 26, 2025, the government announced that, effective next month, accidental and low-quality used cars will be banned from entering Pakistan. Simultaneously, a 40% tariff on used cars will be applied to commercial imports of used vehicles. Policy Context & IMF Link This announcement aligns with conditions set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF),…
