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Investors Celebrate Pakistan's Continuing Economic Recovery
Pakistan's benchmark KSE-100 index hit an all-time high after the announcement of the $7 billion IMF bailout deal today. Economic indicators such as inflation, exports and remittances are also showing significant improvement as well. Speaking to reporters after the IMF deal, the Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva acknowledged progress made by Pakistan. She said "The economy is on the sound path. Growth is up and inflation is down". The …
ContinueAdded by Riaz Haq on September 26, 2024 at 5:00pm — 43 Comments
Powerful Hindutva Lobby Flexes its Muscle in California
Last year, California lawmakers voted 31-5 to approve the first state-wide bill (SB 403) explicitly banning caste discrimination. The bill, enjoying broad support among California voters, was sponsored by Senator Aisha Wahab. It was vetoed by Governor Gavin Newsom under pressure from wealthy political donors belonging to the Hindutva lobby. …
ContinueAdded by Riaz Haq on September 20, 2024 at 8:30pm — 14 Comments
ITU Cybersecurity Index 2024: Pakistan Ranked Among Top Tier Countries
International Telecommunications Union (ITU) has ranked Pakistan (score 96.69/100) among top tier countries for cybersecurity in 2024. Out of a maximum score of 20, Pakistan received 20 for legal measures, 18.21 for technical measures, 20 for organization measures, 20 for capacity development and 18.48 for cooperative measures, according to the Global Cybersecurity Index 2024…
ContinueAdded by Riaz Haq on September 14, 2024 at 8:30pm — 1 Comment
Shifting Monsoon Pattern: Is Arid Pakistan Turning Wet?
Semi-arid Pakistan, with its farmlands predominantly irrigated by the world's largest contiguous canal system, has experienced an increasing amount of annual rains and floods for several years. Even the desert regions of the country, like the vast Thar desert straddling India-Pakistan border, have recently…
ContinueAdded by Riaz Haq on September 6, 2024 at 5:30pm — 1 Comment
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Best Value Smartphones Under 20000 PKR in Pakistan
Finding a smartphone that balances performance, features, and affordability can be challenging, especially if you’re looking within a specific budget. For tech enthusiasts and everyday users alike, the mobile price in Pakistan 15000 to 20000 range is an ideal segment, offering devices that deliver impressive performance without burning a hole in your pocket. In this blog, we’ll explore some of the…
ContinuePosted by Muneeb Nadeem on November 13, 2025 at 3:30am
NED University Alum's Chip Startup Acquired by ARM For $265 Million
DreamBig, a fabless semiconductor company founded by NED University alumnus Sohail Syed, has been acquired by Advanced RISC Machines (ARM) for $265 million. The Silicon Valley-based startup is developing networking chips for data centers, with hardware specifically designed to run AI applications. The startup does not manufacture its own chips but instead licenses its designs to other semiconductor companies. It has had a partnership with Samsung’s foundry division to bring its hardware to…
ContinuePosted by Riaz Haq on November 10, 2025 at 3:00pm
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