Why Temu Prices Are Soaring: Shoppers Outraged
There’s a certain kind of brand that doesn’t just enter the market quietly. It storms in, hijacks every screen in sight, blasts neon sale banners in your face, and sets up camp in your brain. That, in a nutshell, was Temu. You didn’t
FBR Imposes Up to Rs. 500,000 Security On Shipping Agents
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has directed new freight forwarders to deposit a sum of Rs. 200,000 as a security deposit for operating in one customs station and Rs. 500,000 as a security deposit for operating in more than one customs station,
China and Pakistan Sign New MoUs to Strengthen Agricultural Trade and Technology Cooperation Under CPEC
The China-Pakistan High-Quality Agricultural Cooperation Development Forum was held in Islamabad on Thursday. Hosted by the China Chamber of Commerce in Pakistan (CCCPK), the forum aimed to strengthen agricultural industrial cooperation between China and Pakistan and promote agricultural modernization under the CPEC framework.
Spin-the-Wheel Scandal? Temu’s Gamified Model Faces Backlash in Pakistan
When Temu entered the Pakistani market, it arrived with the ambition of a tech giant on a mission to disrupt. With a flood of ads across TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram, the platform promised rock-bottom prices, cashback games, and deals that created a sense
Xiaomi and Gran Turismo announce partnership
Lahore: Xiaomi and Polyphony Digital today announced a landmark partnership at Round One of the Gran Turismo World Series 2025. Under this collaboration, Xiaomi SU7 Ultra — Xiaomi EV’s top-of-the-line high-performance luxury electric vehicle — will debut in the globally acclaimed racing simulator
Kacific and Supernet Limited Partner to Expand High-Speed Satellite Broadband in Key Markets
Kacific Broadband Satellites Group, a next-generation satellite operator providing affordable, high-speed internet access to underserved markets, is pleased to announce its strategic partnership with Supernet Limited, one of Pakistan’s leading telecommunications and data network service providers. This collaboration aims to accelerate the distribution
Temu’s Price War Is a Trojan Horse Hurting Pakistan’s Economy
Temu’s aggressive digital advertising in Pakistan is shaping the perception that it’s a game-changer for affordable online shopping in a market as price-sensitive as ours. The global platform, owned by e-commerce giant PDD Holdings, offers steep discounts on a wide variety of goods,
Govt Targets Rs. 700 Billion in New Taxes; Relief for Salaried Class Unlikely in Upcoming Budget
Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) are trying to enforce more tax measures to raise an extra Rs. 700 billion in the 2025–26 budget to meet a revenue target of Rs. 14.307 trillion. The government has proposed tax adjustments for salaried individuals,
Sindh Cracks Down on Restaurants Refusing Card Payments
The Sindh government has taken a strict stance against restaurants and other commercial outlets that refuse to accept debit and credit card payments from customers. According to The News, authorities have warned that serious action will be taken against businesses, including restaurants, shopping
PTA Issues Warning on Windows 11 24H2 Security Vulnerability
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued a cybersecurity advisory following Microsoft’s warning about a critical vulnerability in Windows 11 version 24H2. The flaw affects devices installed using outdated physical media, rendering them incapable of receiving future security updates. This vulnerability could expose
