Mobile phone imports rise 29% in July-April FY2025-26 despite pressure on external account
Pakistan spent approximately $1.62 billion on mobile phone imports during the first 10 months of fiscal year 2025–26, highlighting strong consumer demand despite pressure on the country’s fragile external account.
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Subtitle: Authority enhances online consumer portal with quarterly tariff trends and package comparisons
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (Pakistan Telecommunication Authority) has updated mobile phone tariff and package information as part of its ongoing consumer awareness initiative, aiming to improve transparency and help users compare telecom services more effectively.
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Mercantile Pakistan has partnered with Zong 4G to launch a new trade-in program for customers upgrading to the latest iPhone 17 series in Pakistan. The offer allows users to exchange eligible older iPhone models and receive benefits worth thousands of rupees.
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Google has officially introduced Gemini 3.5, its latest generation of artificial intelligence models, during the company’s annual I/O developer conference. Alongside the new AI family, Google also launched Gemini Omni, a powerful model capable of generating videos from multiple types of input.
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Apple has revealed that its App Store security systems prevented more than $2.2 billion in potentially fraudulent transactions during 2025. The company said the achievement reflects its growing investment in artificial intelligence and human review systems to protect users and developers from online threats.
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Telecom industry seeks tax relief and lower import duties to support 4G, 5G and broadband expansion
Pakistan’s telecom operators have proposed reducing advance income tax on telecom usage from 15% to 8% in the federal budget for 2026–27 as part of broader fiscal reforms aimed at accelerating digital connectivity and broadband expansion.
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Precious metals decline in line with global market trends, says bullion association
May 20, 2026 — Gold and silver prices in Pakistan fell across all major categories on Wednesday, reflecting a decline in international bullion markets, according to data released by the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewelers Association.
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Falling international bullion rates trigger sharp decline in Pakistan gold market amid volatile global sentiment
Gold prices in Pakistan dropped sharply on Wednesday, falling by 6,800 rupees per tola in line with a decline in international bullion markets, according to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewelers Association.
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Legal fight over fees and retaliation claims continues despite partial settlement in dispute involving ‘It Ends With Us’
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni remain locked in a legal dispute despite reportedly resolving part of their courtroom battle earlier this month.
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Reports claim Jessica Biel is frustrated by renewed attention on Justin Timberlake’s past legal troubles
Jessica Biel is reportedly growing frustrated with renewed public attention surrounding husband Justin Timberlake and his past legal issues, according to media reports.
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