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The International Monetary Fund has released its latest World Economic Outlook, revealing notable discrepancies between Pakistan’s official economic targets and projections by international financial institutions. The International Monetary Fund has estimated Pakistan’s economic growth at 3.2% for the current fiscal year, according to its newly released World Economic Outlook report. This projection is lower than the government’s official target, highlighting a growing divergence in assessments. The IMF also pointed out a 0.4 percentage point decline in GDP growth compared to its October 2025 estimate, indicating a more cautious outlook for the economy. Govt target higher than IMF estimate In contrast,…

In the wake of the devastating Gul Plaza fire, the Sindh government has announced major relief and accountability measures, including Rs10 million compensation for each victim’s family, a forensic investigation, and plans to rebuild the damaged plaza. Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah announced that Rs10 million will be given to the heirs of each deceased victim of the Gul Plaza tragedy. He said the distribution of relief funds will begin from tomorrow. Offering condolences, the chief minister said the provincial government equally shares the grief of the affected families and stands with them in this time of sorrow.…

Federal Minister for Information Technology Shaza Fatima has confirmed that the auction for 5G spectrum in Pakistan will take place during Ramadan, with the goal of completing it by the end of February. She made the announcement during an interview with Samaa at the Parliament House. Shaza Fatima stated that following the 5G spectrum auction, the quality of existing 3G and 4G services is expected to improve within three to four months. She also expressed the government’s aim to launch 5G services in major cities within six months of the auction. The minister added that all telecom companies have congratulated…

Google is testing a new Chrome feature that allows users to ask AI about any webpage with a single right-click, removing the need to highlight text or images before searching. The feature is currently being tested in Chrome Canary, Google’s experimental browser build. When users right-click on a webpage and select “Search with Google Lens,” Chrome now displays a small floating bar at the top of the page. Instead of opening the older Lens interface, the bar shows an “Ask about this page” prompt along with a preview of the content currently being viewed. Less disruption while browsing According to Windows…

A sessions court on Monday extended the interim bail of Aroob Jatoi, wife of YouTuber Ducky Bhai, in a case related to the promotion of gambling apps. The bail has been extended until February 4, 2026. The hearing was presided over by Additional Sessions Judge Mansoor Ahmad Qureshi. Aroob Jatoi appeared in court following the expiration of her interim bail. During the hearing, the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) requested additional time to present the case record, explaining that the investigating officer was busy due to his brother’s wedding. The court granted the extension and ordered the NCCIA to…

Bollywood is buzzing again, and this time the spotlight is on a sharp exchange between actor-director Kangana Ranaut and music maestro AR Rahman. In a fiery social media post, Kangana called Rahman “the most hateful and prejudiced” person she has encountered, accusing him of refusing to meet her for her film Emergency and labeling the project as “propaganda.” Emergency, directed by and starring Kangana, is a historical drama based on India’s Emergency period in the 1970s. Kangana revealed that she had approached Rahman to compose music for the film, hoping his iconic touch would elevate the project. However, she claimed…

Pakistani electricity consumers are facing an overwhelming financial burden as taxes and surcharges make up a significant portion of their monthly power bills. The documents reveal that consumers are paying an average of Rs27 per unit of electricity in the form of various taxes and surcharges. Annually, the government collects around Rs900 billion from electricity users under the head of taxes alone, placing severe pressure on households and businesses. Of the total per-unit cost, approximately Rs8 is charged as direct taxes, while a circular debt surcharge of Rs3.23 per unit is also imposed. In addition, consumers pay Rs15.69 per unit…

Billionaire wealth surged at three times its recent pace last year to reach its highest level on record, deepening economic and political divides that threaten democratic stability, anti-poverty group ​Oxfam said on Monday. In a report timed for the opening of the World Economic ‌Forum in Davos, the charity said the fortunes of global billionaires jumped 16% in 2025 to $18.3 trillion, extending an 81% rise since 2020. The gains happened even as one in four people worldwide struggle to eat regularly and nearly half the global population live in poverty. Oxfam’s study, which draws on academic ‌research and data…

Infinix has expanded its budget smartphone lineup with the launch of the Infinix Note Edge, a sleek new device that combines a slim profile with a large battery and a premium-looking curved display. Despite housing a massive 6,500mAh battery, the Infinix Note Edge measures just 7.2mm in thickness and weighs around 185 grams. The phone features a 6.78-inch curved AMOLED display with 1.5K resolution, a smooth 120Hz refresh rate, 2160Hz PWM dimming, and peak brightness of up to 4,500 nits. The screen is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i. Powering the device is the MediaTek Dimensity 7100 chipset, paired with…

WhatsApp is developing a long-awaited feature that will bring group voice and video calls to its web client, significantly narrowing the gap between the browser version and its mobile and desktop apps. The feature is still under development and has not yet rolled out to beta testers. However, early indications suggest that users will soon be able to start and join group calls directly through WhatsApp Web, without needing to download or install the desktop application. This update is part of WhatsApp’s broader strategy to make its web experience nearly identical to its mobile and desktop platforms, allowing users to…