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 The flaw affects devices installed using outdated physical media, rendering them incapable of receiving future security updates.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
