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Tech

Pakistan Advances In 5G, Digital Skills And Global Technology Partnerships

Pakistan has also recorded developments across telecommunications, digital education and international technology partnerships. In March 2026, the country conducted its largest-ever 5G spectrum auction, increasing its total allocated spectrum to approximately 750 MHz.

Meanwhile, the DigiSkills programme has provided free digital training to more than 4.5 million people, including over 800,000 women. Google also formally established its first office in Pakistan in August 2026 and launched a local Chromebook assembly initiative.

The country further improved its position by 27 places in the International Telecommunication Union's ICT Development Index 2026.

Shaza Fatima Wins Global IT Leadership Award

Achievement

Pakistani Handicrafts Find New Opportunities In China's Growing Market

The exhibition is also creating opportunities for Pakistani entrepreneurs to strengthen their presence in the Chinese market. One of the exhibitors, Munir Muhammad, has been doing business in China for approximately two years and plans to remain in Dunhuang for another two months.

Pakistan's exports to China increased by 8.4% year-on-year, reaching $2.68 billion in the 2025–26 fiscal year, according to State Bank of Pakistan figures cited in the report.

Events like the Dunhuang Expo offer local businesses a platform to promote traditional products, build international connections and explore new commercial opportunities.

Pakistani Handicrafts Gain International Recognition In China

Humanity

Shahid Afridi Foundation Continues Its Work Beyond Housing

Established in 2014, the Shahid Afridi Foundation works across several areas of community development, including education, healthcare, clean drinking water, sports and emergency relief.

Its wider initiatives include operating 10 schools serving more than 4,000 students and installing over 540 hand pumps across Pakistan to improve access to clean water. The organisation also supports vocational training and healthcare initiatives for underserved communities.

Afridi has thanked everyone who has contributed to the foundation's mission and encouraged further public support.

Shahid Afridi Builds Homes for 750 Families

Welfare

Apni Chhat Apna Ghar Programme Reaches 225,000 Housing Loans

The family's home is part of Punjab's Apni Chhat Apna Ghar initiative, which provides financial assistance to eligible families to construct houses on their own plots.

During the visit, retired Havildar Aitbar Shah shared that he had received a loan of Rs1.5 million, which enabled him to turn his plot into a completed home.

The Punjab government announced that the programme had reached its target of providing 225,000 housing loans to deserving families. The milestone highlights the importance of affordable financing in helping people move towards secure homeownership.

Maryam Nawaz Enjoys Daal And Bhindi At Family’s Home

Humanity

A Heartwarming Reminder That Dreams Deserve To Be Celebrated

Ebaad's story highlights how a simple act of kindness and recognition can create a lasting impact on someone's life. Although his heart condition presents challenges, his ambition and admiration for serving the country remain an important part of his identity.

The Pakistan Navy's gesture has also brought attention to the aspirations of young people living with serious medical conditions, reminding society that their dreams deserve encouragement, dignity and opportunities to experience meaningful moments.

Sometimes, fulfilling a dream does not require changing someone's circumstances.

Pakistan Navy Honours A Young Heart Patient

Global

El-Sayed Tells JD Vance To Swear Him In As America's First Muslim Senator

Celebrating his victory, El-Sayed delivered a pointed message to Vice President JD Vance, reminding him that he would be constitutionally required to administer the oath of office to incoming senators in January.

Addressing him as Habibi, an Arabic expression of affection, El-Sayed remarked that it was ironic that someone who had criticised him would now have to swear him into the Senate. He also jokingly told President Trump that he could simply address him as Senator.

His victory represents more than an individual political achievement. For many Muslim Americans, it is a historic moment of representation, visibility and belonging.

Abdul El-Sayed Makes History As America’s First Muslim Senator

Music

Could Alan Walker's Visit Lead To An International Music Collaboration?

Alan Walker is globally recognised for his electronic music, particularly his breakthrough hit Faded, which established him as an international sensation. His other popular releases include Alone, The Spectre, Darkside and Sing Me to Sleep.

His unexpected interaction with the Alfaaz singers has created anticipation around a potential collaboration between the international DJ and Pakistan's emerging music talent. The meeting also places a spotlight on the growing reach of Pakistani independent music.

With Alfaaz crossing 50 million streams and reaching international charts, the possibility of a collaboration has generated considerable interest.