Google has significantly expanded its digital education program in Pakistan by increasing the availability of Google Career Certificates to 350,000 learners nationwide. The initiative is designed to equip Pakistanis with in-demand digital skills and improve access to career opportunities in an increasingly AI-driven global economy. The latest expansion comes after the addition of 150,000 new…
Samsung has clarified its position after a notification in the Samsung Health app sparked confusion among users regarding the use of personal health data for artificial intelligence (AI) training. The company said the notice was misunderstood and reassured users that their health information remains protected. The clarification comes after many Samsung Health users expressed concerns…
Gold prices in Pakistan continued their downward trend for the second consecutive day on Tuesday, with the domestic market witnessing a sharp decline of nearly Rs. 6,000 per tola. The fall comes as international gold prices also weakened, reflecting changing global market sentiment and easing demand for the precious metal. According to the All Pakistan…
Gold prices declined in Pakistan on Monday, pushing the rate below the Rs. 430,000 mark per tola as international bullion markets also opened the week on a weaker note. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association, the price of one tola of gold dropped by Rs. 3,800, bringing the new rate to…
SHINE Humanity has expanded its healthcare network by launching six new disease-specific programmes across three of its clinics in Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, further strengthening access to quality medical services for underserved communities across Pakistan. The newly introduced programmes aim to provide comprehensive healthcare through screening, diagnosis, treatment, counselling, and follow-up care, helping patients receive…
Fresh concerns over the safety of energy drinks have emerged after Senator Samina Mumtaz Zehri claimed that consuming Red Bull could trigger serious health complications, including a heart attack. The remarks were made during a meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on Science and Technology, where she urged authorities to strengthen oversight of high-caffeine and…
The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has approved Treet Corporation Limited’s proposal to increase its shareholding in Loads Limited through a rights issue, concluding that the transaction will not negatively impact competition in Pakistan’s automotive components market. According to the CCP, Treet Corporation sought approval under the Competition Act, 2010 to subscribe to additional ordinary…
Gold prices in Pakistan extended their downward trend on Monday, marking the second consecutive decline as both local and international bullion markets opened the week on a weaker note. The latest drop has pushed the price of gold closer to the Rs. 4.35 lakh mark per tola, offering some relief to buyers after recent price…
Pakistan’s education sector is embracing digital innovation, and Homebridge by Beaconhouse is emerging as a modern solution for students seeking quality A-Level education without the limitations of traditional classroom learning. As Pakistan’s first Cambridge-certified hybrid A-Level programme, Homebridge combines online learning with on-campus academic support, making internationally recognized education more accessible for students nationwide. Backed…
An 18-year-old student from the United States has developed an innovative home water filtration system capable of removing up to 96 percent of microplastics from drinking water. The breakthrough offers a promising and environmentally friendly alternative to conventional household filters while addressing growing concerns about plastic contamination in everyday water supplies. Mia Heller, a student…