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Used mobile phones to be banned in Pakistan under new policy

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): The federal government has issued a directive that restricts the import of used mobile phones to only a few allowed shipments within the Mobile and Electronic Devices Manufacturing Policy 2026–33. The Engineering Development Board (EDB), working with domestic producers, took the lead in putting together this policy, which was done through a conference […]

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Internet speed in Pakistan to double by June

Must Read, Technology / Tahir Chaudhary

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): Federal Minister for IT and Telecom Shaza Fatima Khawaja has said the government is prioritizing high-speed internet access across Pakistan. She announced that after cabinet approval, the auction of the 5G spectrum will take place in February, with internet speed expected to double by June. “Fast internet is essential for innovation” Addressing

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Google introduces first-ever feature to change Gmail address

Change Gmail address without data loss — step-by-step guide

Technology / Irfan

NEW YORK (Kashmir English): Google has made it possible for users to change Gmail addresses without having to open a new account or lose any of their previous emails and contacts. After years of waiting, Google finally rolled out an update allowing selected Gmail users to change their e-mail address while still retaining all account

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Brand-new iPhone 15 available on easy installments

Technology / Irfan

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): Faysal Digimall is now offering an exclusive deal for customers to purchase the iPhone 15 (128GB) on a 0% profit installment plan for up to 3 months. This offer applies to official PTA-approved stock available on the bank’s digital shopping platform. In fact, as per the listing, one can now purchase an

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Imported mobile phone taxes may drop across Pakistan: PTA

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ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has stated that there are chances that the heavy taxes on imported mobile phones, including iPhone may drop across Pakistan in 2026. As per PTA officials, the existing tax policy has made it difficult for the majority of the population to acquire new-generation smartphones, and the concern from

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France plans social media ban for children under 15

Health, Technology / Tahir Chaudhary

PARIS (Kashmir English): France is going to ban social media for children under 15 by next September in a fresh attempt to protect children from excessive screen time. President Emmanuel Macron is supporting the initiative. He said earlier this month that parliament should start debating the draft law. Australia also imposed a social media

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Brand-new HP laptops available on easy monthly installments

Technology / Irfan

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): Bank Alfalah now offers to buy the new HP laptops ( ProBook and EliteBook) in easy monthly installments. The offer applies to credit card holders through the Bank Alfalah SBS installment offer, which offers 0% interest for a limited time. As far as practicality is concerned, you can spread the costs over

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Mobile phone prices increased across Pakistan

Business, Technology / Areeba

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): The hike in the mobile phone prices in Pakistan on 1st January 2026 has come as a sour surprise at the beginning of the year. The major brands of smartphones, including Infinix, Tecno, and Realme, have lately started implementing new prices in their products. This has even affected entry-level smartphones. According to

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Telecom users in Pakistan cross 200 million: PTA

Technology / Irfan

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has released its annual report for the fiscal year 2024-25, where the number of telecom users in Pakistan has crossed 200 million. The PTA report states that the number of broadband connections in the country has crossed 150 million. The total revenue of the telecom sector has

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PTCL finally completes acquisition of Telenor Pakistan

Technology / Kashif Zia

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): The Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) on Wednesday officially took over the control of Telenor Pakistan (Private) Limited, the move expected to reshape the country’s telecom sector. The company announced that it has acquired 100 percent shares of Telenor Pakistan, and it will now operate as a subsidiary company of PTCL. PTCL

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Used mobile phones to be banned in Pakistan under new policy

Internet speed in Pakistan to double by June

Change Gmail address without data loss — step-by-step guide

Brand-new iPhone 15 available on easy installments

Imported mobile phone taxes may drop across Pakistan: PTA

France plans social media ban for children under 15

Brand-new HP laptops available on easy monthly installments

Mobile phone prices increased across Pakistan

Telecom users in Pakistan cross 200 million: PTA

PTCL finally completes acquisition of Telenor Pakistan

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