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Google to award 45,000 scholarships to Pakistani students this year Technology
  • May 27, 2023

Google to award 45,000 scholarships to Pakistani students this year

Syed Aminul Haq, Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunications, has announced that an agreement has been reached with Google for 45,000 scholarships, which will be increased to 450,000 next year. According to the state news agency, at least 40% of Google’s scholarships will be for women. On Friday, he spoke at the Korangi Association of Trade and Industry’s (KATI)…
Govt to establish new board to uplift telecom services Technology
  • May 26, 2023

Govt to establish new board to uplift telecom services

ISLAMABAD: The federal government decided on Friday to create the Universal Service Fund (USF), a new board to oversee the expansion of telecommunications services throughout the country. The federal cabinet has authorized the report of the Ministry of Information Technology (IT) to establish USF – a new board for the development of telecommunication services – with professionals from the sector…
Electric taxi service to hit Karachi roads soon Technology
  • May 25, 2023

Electric taxi service to hit Karachi roads soon

KARACHI: Sindh Transport Minister Sharjeel Memon stated on Thursday that the province government has decided to launch an electric taxi service for Karachi residents. The provincial minister announced the debut of pink-colored cabs for female passengers while chairing a transportation conference. Over 200 electric taxis will be introduced in the initial phase of the project, with 50 of them designated…
A dive into the future! Technology
  • May 24, 2023

A dive into the future!

It is obvious that improved technology, innovation, and sustainability will determine the world’s future. The concentrated effort to innovate and fine-tune technology is bound to significantly impact human existence and would work marvels. Increasing emphasis on sustainability and decarbonization of the economy are among the most visible developments, and while the challenges ahead are numerous, the future appears optimistic and…
Climate scientists flee Twitter as hostility surges Technology
  • May 24, 2023

Climate scientists flee Twitter as hostility surges

As angry climate-change denialism grows on Twitter following Elon Musk’s takeover, scientists are quitting the platform for alternative social networks. Since the Tesla billionaire took control in October 2022, researchers have observed a rise of hate and disinformation on Twitter and now experts believe communicating about climate science on the social network on which many of them rely is becoming…
Lahore reports surge in electricity demand due to scorching heat Technology
  • May 22, 2023

Lahore reports surge in electricity demand due to scorching heat

LAHORE: The sweltering heat has caused an increase in electricity demand, according to Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO). A LESCO representative stated that the business forecasted a 3,700-megawatt demand to accommodate the city’s expanding needs. LESCO is now receiving 3,500 megawatts of electricity from the national grid. The rural areas surrounding Lahore, meanwhile, are also dealing with even longer periods…
WhatsApp chats become more exciting with this fun-filled feature Technology
  • May 21, 2023

WhatsApp chats become more exciting with this fun-filled feature

With its impending update, WhatsApp, the go-to app for millions of users worldwide, is going to add even more excitement to discussions. The popular messaging platform is now working on a new feature that will allow users to design their own stickers within the app itself, according to credible sources at WaBetaInfo. While still under development, the function promises to…
Nepra likely to rise power tariff for KE consumers Technology
  • May 19, 2023

Nepra likely to rise power tariff for KE consumers

ISLAMABAD: Due to a two-month fuel adjustment (MFA) for K-electric customers, the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) is anticipated to raise the power bill by Rs 5.65 per unit. K-Electric has submitted a request for a monthly adjustment for April, asking for a rise of Rs 0.48 per unit. The Karachi consumers would bear an additional cost of almost…
WhatsApp launches chat lock to enhance individual chat privacy Technology
  • May 18, 2023

WhatsApp launches chat lock to enhance individual chat privacy

WhatsApp, the most popular messenger app, has released a new feature called Chat Lock, which aims to provide users with an extra layer of privacy and protection for their individual talks. Users can now independently lock specific chats, such as personal or sensitive talks, to ensure that only authorized individuals can access them, thanks to the introduction of Chat Lock.…
Elon Musk says Twitter to soon allow calls, encrypted messaging Technology
  • May 10, 2023

Elon Musk says Twitter to soon allow calls, encrypted messaging

Elon Musk, CEO of Twitter Inc, announced details about new capabilities coming to the platform on Tuesday, including calls and encrypted chat. Musk hinted at plans for “Twitter 2.0 The Everything App” last year, promising encrypted direct messages (DMs), long-form tweets, and payments. “Coming soon will be voice and video chat from your handle to anyone on this platform, so…