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The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has suspended the license of IJ Internet Services (Private) Limited for one month, citing non-payment of outstanding dues. The suspension will remain in effect until the company clears its payments in full, according to an enforcement order issued under Section 23 of the Pakistan Telecommunication (Re-organization) Act, 1996. Repeated Payment … Read more
New Zealand is set to introduce two new visa categories designed to help industries meet workforce needs during busy seasons. The Global Workforce Seasonal Visa (GWSV) and Peak Seasonal Visa (PSV) will launch on 8 December 2025 under the Accredited Employer Work Visa framework. The government says the move will give accredited employers greater flexibility … Read more
Remote work has shifted from a temporary trend to a permanent lifestyle for millions worldwide. As more professionals seek flexibility and adventure, countries are rolling out attractive visa policies, competitive tax regimes, and reliable infrastructure to welcome this growing workforce. For remote workers based in the UAE and beyond, 2025 offers a range of global … Read more
Iceland has launched a new visa programme aimed at attracting digital nomads, offering foreign remote workers the chance to live and work in the country for up to six months. The initiative targets professionals from outside the European Economic Area (EEA) and European Free Trade Association (EFTA) who work for overseas employers or run their … Read more
LAHORE — Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has announced the launch of the next phase of the Honhaar Scholarship Programme, inviting students from across the province to apply. In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday, the chief minister said the dedicated Honhaar Scholarship Portal is now open for a new round of … Read more
PIA Marks Independence Day with 14% Fare Discount Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced a special 14% discount on fares to mark the country’s Independence Day. The offer applies to passengers traveling on domestic routes, flights to Saudi Arabia, Gulf destinations, and Pakistan’s Northern Areas — but is valid only for journeys on August 14. … Read more
The Ministry of Religious Affairs has announced that the second phase of applications for the 2026 government Hajj scheme will open on August 11, giving both registered and first-time applicants the chance to apply. The announcement comes shortly after the completion of the first phase, during which more than 71,000 applications were submitted. According to … Read more
The Punjab School Education Department has announced a major shift in its examination structure, phasing out traditional board exams for certain grades and introducing a new assessment-based system. The reform aims to enhance learning outcomes and improve foundational skills among students. New Testing Approach for Grades Nine and Ten Punjab Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat … Read more
OpenAI is reversing part of its recent model changes, announcing that GPT-4o will be restored for ChatGPT Plus subscribers following a wave of complaints about its replacement, GPT-5. The decision comes just days after GPT-5 was introduced as the default for all users. While the new model was designed to outperform its predecessor, many users … Read more
Australia remains one of the most sought-after destinations for international students, offering not only world-class education but also opportunities to gain professional experience after graduation. For many graduates, the Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485) — particularly the Post-Study Work stream — serves as an important stepping stone toward a career in Australia and, in some … Read more