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Elon Musk’s Starlink expansion into South Africa. Starlink, the satellite internet service by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, is rapidly expanding across Africa, transforming digital access for millions living in remote and underserved regions. With services now live in 23 African countries, the initiative is reshaping connectivity, education, healthcare, and economic opportunity on the continent. A Leap Toward Digital Inclusion: Starlink’s satellite-based …

ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has decided to conduct local government elections in Punjab under the newly approved Local Government Act, instead of the 2022 version. According to sources, the elections will now be held in accordance with the new law recently passed by the Punjab Assembly. Under the new system, each Union Council (UC) will elect nine …

WUHU, China, Oct. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — From October 17 to 20, 2025, the ‘Innovation · Defining the Future’ — JETOUR JMA Global Media Alliance Tech Tour was held in Wuhu, Anhui Province. Media representatives from around the world visited JETOUR’s headquarters to participate in a series of immersive activities, including technology exhibitions, product co-creation workshops, and test drives. …

ISLAMABAD: The Price Control Department stated that the recent rise in tomato prices stems from temporary supply interruptions linked to unfavorable weather conditions and transport delays. A department spokesperson said that heavy rains in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa had damaged tomato crops, creating a temporary shortage in the market. The spokesperson added that delays in tomato imports from Afghanistan and Iran further …

ISLAMABAD: A local court in Islamabad has issued non-bailable arrest warrants for former Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur in a case pertaining to the recovery of liquor and weapons. The case was heard by Judicial Magistrate Mubashir Hassan at the Islamabad District and Sessions Court. Despite the case being called for hearing, Gandapur failed to appear before the …

LAHORE:Lahore is grappling with a rapidly worsening public health crisis as its air quality has catastrophically collapsed, confirming its status among the world’s most polluted cities. The average Air Quality Index (AQI) has surged to 266, pushing the city’s air far past safety thresholds and firmly into the “extremely hazardous” zone.   Monitoring data confirms the extreme danger across the …

The Pakistan Embassy in Beijing, in partnership with the China International Cultural Communication Center (CICCC), hosted the first-ever Pakistan-China Fashion Show at the Great Wall of China. Renowned Pakistani designers Maheen Khan, Moazzam Abbasi, Ayesha Tariq, Rizwaullah, and Zain Hashmi showcased collections blending Pakistani and Chinese styles. China-based Pakistani designer Aqeel Chaudhary also displayed his stunning jewelry line. The show …

Karachi Power Crisis: K-Electric cuts power supply of lines area over Rs4 Billion unpaid bills KARACHI: K-Electric has cut off electricity to Karachi’s Lines Area after unpaid dues from residents crossed Rs4 billion, the company’s spokesperson said on Monday. According to K-Electric, the power supply was disconnected due to widespread non-payment by defaulters. The company urged residents to clear their …

“Together against Hatred”: PM Shehbaz honors Hindu community on Diwali ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday said there is no room for hatred, chaos, or terrorism in Pakistan as he extended warm Diwali greetings to the Hindu community. Speaking at a Diwali celebration hosted at the Prime Minister’s House, Shehbaz Sharif praised the valuable contributions of all communities to …

Naqvi and Bilawal urge political unity for Pakistan’s stability Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Monday stressed the need for unity among political parties to address national challenges and ensure internal stability. During their meeting at Bilawal House in Karachi, both leaders discussed the country’s political situation, law and order, and matters of …