The British publication The Economist recognized Field Marshal Asim Munir's diplomatic achievements in transforming Pakistan's international relationships. His strategic leadership has repositioned the nation's standing with major global powers. The journal documented a pivotal White House meeting between Munir and President Donald Trump that established new diplomatic foundations across South Asia.
Trade policies shifted dramatically as Trump criticized India's economic performance while imposing higher tariffs on Indian goods compared to Pakistan's reduced rates. The United States began restoring military partnerships and counterterrorism initiatives with Pakistan after acknowledging successful operations against ISIS. American...
Pakistan commemorates the annual National Police Martyrs' Day with ceremonies honoring fallen law enforcement officers. The observance recognizes police personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving their communities. Families of deceased officers receive expressions of national solidarity during this solemn occasion. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif released an official statement acknowledging the contributions of security forces. The government leader conveyed sympathy to bereaved relatives whose loved ones died protecting Pakistani citizens.
Official statistics reveal that more than 8,000 police officers have perished during counterterrorism operations across the nation. These brave individuals surrendered their...
Dutch Ambassador Henny de Vries completed her diplomatic assignment in Pakistan with expressed satisfaction regarding bilateral relationship improvements. Her tenure focused on agricultural cooperation through the Dutch-Pak Agri Network established in 2022. The initiative connected agricultural specialists from both nations to address food security challenges. Women's empowerment remained central to her mission as she collaborated with civil society groups. Her efforts supported vocational training programs and digital literacy initiatives for Pakistani women.
Cultural exchanges marked another significant aspect of her diplomatic approach. De Vries participated in local festivals and visited heritage locations across Pakistan's...
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif travels to Gilgit Baltistan today for an official assessment of recent flooding. Heavy rains have caused significant damage across the region, prompting this emergency visit. The prime minister plans to meet directly with flood victims and provide financial assistance through compensation payments. Officials have arranged a formal review session to examine the full extent of losses from the weather disaster. Governor Syed Mehdi Shah and Chief Minister Haji Gulbar Khan will participate in discussions with the visiting leader.
Julius Bitok presided over the WiFi launch ceremony at four West Pokot County educational institutions on Thursday. The Principal Secretary for Basic Education oversaw connectivity installations at Ortum Mixed Secondary, Holy Rosary Girls Secondary, Saint Francis Ortum Boys Comprehensive, and Saint Bernadette Ortum Girls Comprehensive schools. Government officials attended the celebration alongside regional education leaders and community representatives.
PS Joel Arumonyang joined the proceedings with Leonard Kirui, the Regional ICT Officer from the ICT Authority. Local stakeholders witnessed the digital infrastructure milestone that marks expanded internet access for rural students. The connectivity project supports broader...
EdfaPay achieved three prestigious certifications from the PCI Security Standards Council for mobile payment solutions. The digital payment provider became the first organization across Saudi Arabia and the broader MENA region to earn this comprehensive recognition. These certifications cover mobile payments on commercial devices, software development standards, and service delivery protocols.
The PCI MPoC Solutions certification validates secure payment processing on standard commercial hardware for both contactless and PIN transactions. Software certification confirms EdfaPay meets rigorous development standards for payment applications. Service certification ensures deployment and maintenance operations follow strict security...
The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology initiated AdopTech's third phase to advance artificial intelligence applications across industrial and logistics sectors. Officials selected 15 demonstration projects that will showcase emerging technology capabilities within operational facilities. Technology companies and entrepreneurs receive support to develop solutions addressing practical business challenges through this government program.
Participating organizations will execute proof-of-concept implementations alongside industrial partners to validate their innovations. The program creates testing environments where developers can refine digital solutions before commercial deployment. Public and private sector...
Bharti Airtel's subsidiary Xtelify introduced Airtel Cloud, a sovereign cloud platform designed for business operations across India. The system processes 140 crore transactions per minute and operates from sustainable data centers with artificial intelligence provisioning. A team of 300 certified specialists manages the infrastructure that provides secure migration, effortless scaling, and cost reduction without vendor restrictions. The platform delivers Infrastructure as a Service, Platform as a Service, and advanced connectivity solutions.
Xtelify simultaneously released an AI-driven software platform targeting global telecommunications companies. The solution addresses telecom value chain complexity while improving customer...
Egyptian e-commerce platform Wuilt secured $2 million from investors led by Flat6Labs and MTF VC. Hub71, JIMCO, Purity Tech, and angel investors also contributed to the funding round. The Cairo-based company made its core platform completely free across Egypt during April 2025. This strategic shift eliminated subscription fees and attracted over 20,000 merchants to the service. Founders Ahmed Rostom and Mahmoud Metwaly established the business in 2019.
The platform generates revenue through value-added services like Wuilt Shipments, Wuilt Pay, and Wuilt Wallet rather than subscription models. Wuilt will launch its free platform across the UAE during the fourth quarter of 2025. The company plans further expansion into GCC countries and...
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