A creative innovation from Centenary College of Louisiana has resulted in a prototype nail polish that allows fingernails to function like touchscreen styluses. The invention addresses a common issue for people with long nails or calloused fingertips, enabling smoother interaction with smartphones and tablets. The project was led by chemistry student Manasi Desai under the…
National Cyber Emergency Response Team has announced plans to set up a state-of-the-art Cyber Operations and Defense Emulation Lab as part of the “Cyber Security for Digital Pakistan” initiative. The project represents a major step in fortifying Pakistan’s digital infrastructure against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. The initiative, implemented in collaboration with the Ministry of Information…
The National Computer Emergency Response Team has issued a warning about a severe security flaw in Cisco Systems products, which could allow hackers to gain full control of enterprise and government networks without requiring a password. The vulnerability specifically affects the Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Manager, a tool used by organizations to centrally manage network operations.…
The Higher Education Commission Pakistan is set to launch a blockchain-based degree attestation system, with the first phase expected by June 2026. The initiative aims to make the attestation process more secure, transparent, and accessible for students and graduates across the country. According to official documents, the new system will leverage blockchain technology to connect…
The Pakistan Meteorological Department has warned that pollution generated by recent attacks on oil facilities in Iran could potentially affect air quality in western parts of Pakistan. The advisory comes as concerns grow about cross-border environmental impacts following the incidents. In a press release issued on Monday, the meteorological authority stated that prevailing wind patterns…
The Higher Education Commission of Pakistan has announced the formation of a nationwide committee to monitor and evaluate the implementation of its policies, programs, and development projects in universities and higher education institutions across the country. According to an official notification issued by the HEC Coordination Division on March 5, the newly established committee will…
TCL has introduced its latest Android tablet, the TCL Tab A1 Plus, during the global tech showcase at Mobile World Congress 2026. The new device highlights TCL’s focus on enhancing digital reading and display comfort with a feature that allows users to switch between standard tablet viewing and an e-paper style reading mode. The tablet…
Citi Pharma Limited has announced plans to launch an initial public offering (IPO) for its wholly owned subsidiary, Citi Veterinary Pharma Limited. The company aims to raise between Rs. 1.0 billion and Rs. 2.0 billion through the offering. In a material information notice submitted to the Pakistan Stock Exchange on March 3, 2026, Citi Pharma…
A new global cybersecurity threat, the “Ploutus” malware, has emerged as a major risk to Automated Teller Machines (ATMs), including those in Pakistan. This sophisticated malware allows hackers to remotely trigger unauthorized cash withdrawals without needing access to customer accounts or banking systems. The warning comes via an advisory from 1LINK, which has circulated the…
Saudi Arabia’s King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) has officially opened applications for its Visiting Student Research Program (VSRP) 2026, offering a fully funded international research internship for bachelor’s and master’s students from around the world, including Pakistan. The KAUST VSRP is a 3 to 6-month immersive research internship aimed at students in…