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Pakistan Kicks Off Astronaut Selection for Historic Space Mission
Pakistan begins selecting astronauts for its first-ever manned space mission to China’s Tiangong Space Station! Two astronauts to train in China by 2026. A new era in space exploration begins!
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James Webb Telescope Detects Possible Signs of Life on Exoplanet K2-18 b
Scientists using the James Webb Space Telescope have detected possible signs of life on exoplanet K2-18 b, with chemical fingerprints of gases produced by biological processes.
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Apple Airlifts 1.5 Million iPhones from India to Dodge Trump’s China Tariffs
The tech giant is racing against time—and tariffs. As Trump’s 125% tariff on Chinese goods kicks in, Apple turns to India, where tariffs are lower and paused for 90 days.
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Starlink to Launch in Pakistan Soon: Regulatory Approvals in Final Stage
Elon Musk’s Starlink is set to launch in Pakistan soon! With NOC approval from the Space Regulatory Board, PTA is expected to issue the final license within two weeks.
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Senate Committee Reviews 5G Policy, Telecom Projects in Rural Pakistan
Pakistan’s 5G Plans Under Review! The Senate IT Committee discusses the 5G auction policy, telecom expansion in rural areas, and ongoing internet disruptions on motorways. Key challenges remain, including spectrum allocation & security concerns in Balochistan and Waziristan
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PTA, FIA Crack Down on Illegal SIMs: 8 Arrested, 7,000 SIM Cards Seized
PTA & FIA arrested 8 suspects, seizing 7,000+ illegal SIMs in a raid on a Ufone franchise in Sahiwal. Authorities also confiscated fake fingerprints, biometric devices, and laptops used for SIM fraud.
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PTA Begins VPN Licensing for Legal Data Services
PTA has initiated the licensing of VPN service providers under the Class License category to ensure legal and secure data services in Pakistan. Two companies have already been approved.
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Pakistan Reaffirms Commitment to Ethical AI and Digital Transparency at Riyadh Tech Conference
Minister of State for IT & Telecom, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, highlighted Pakistan's commitment to transparency and ethical AI governance at the Leap 2025 conference in Riyadh. She called for international cooperation to create inclusive AI policies, bridging the digital divide, and promoting sustainability.
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