Punjab to Set Up AI Labs in Schools
The Punjab government is taking a big step to prepare young students for the future by introducing Artificial Intelligence (AI) in schools. The Punjab Curriculum and Textbook Board has approved AI education for children up to Grade 5. This plan includes creating special AI laboratories in primary schools across the province. Under the new program, […]
PIMS Introduces Advanced Heart Treatment in Pakistan
Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) in Islamabad has taken a big step in heart care. The hospital launched the country’s first public-sector Pulsed Field Ablation (PFA) program. Federal Minister for National Health Services Syed Mustafa Kamal officially started this program. Under the new program, doctors successfully treated four patients suffering from atrial fibrillation (AF), […]
Pakistan Introduces New Rules for AI in Government
Pakistan has introduced important new rules for using artificial intelligence (AI) in government work. Under the National Data Governance Policy, any AI or automated systems used by government departments for big decisions must have strong human oversight. This step aims to make AI use safe, fair, and clear as the country increases its use of […]
World Bank Approves $70 Million Loan for Punjab’s Connected Punjab Digital Program
The World Bank has approved a $70 million loan to support Punjab’s Connected Punjab Program. This important project aims to bring better internet access, improve online government services, and encourage cashless payments across the province. It is part of Punjab’s bigger plan to become more digital and modern. The money comes from the International Development […]
Apple to Skip M6 Pro and Max Chips, Jumps Straight to AI-Powered M7 Series
Apple is making a big change in its Mac chip strategy. According to Bloomberg, the company will skip high-end versions of the upcoming M6 processor and move directly to the more advanced, AI-focused M7 series. This means there will be no M6 Pro or M6 Max chips. The base M6 chip is still expected to […]
Pakistan to Get Largest Tier III Data Centre Under New $230 Million Project
Quantum Global Data Centre (QGDC), a project of Gul Ahmed Energy Group, has announced plans to build Pakistan’s largest Tier III data centre, marking a major step in the country’s digital infrastructure development. According to reports, the facility is expected to become operational in 2027 with an initial investment of around $230 million. Officials said […]
Punjab Government Approves Rs 81 Crore for Two AI Schools in Lahore
The Punjab government has announced plans to establish two specialised Artificial Intelligence (AI) schools in Lahore. The project will cost Rs. 81 crore and aims to prepare students for the future digital economy. According to official sources, these schools will focus on teaching artificial intelligence, robotics, and advanced information technology. Students will receive a modern […]
High Smartphone Taxes Linked to Growing Internet Access Gap in Pakistan
A new report has raised concerns that expensive smartphones and high taxes on telecom services are limiting internet access in Pakistan, despite mobile network coverage reaching most parts of the country. According to findings released by the Policy Research Institute of Market Economy, internet availability is no longer the biggest challenge. Instead, affordability has become […]