The entry of artificial intelligence (AI) has generated a wider debate on the impact of this cutting-edge technology. People are not sure whether AI is going to augment and complement humans in their work or completely replace it. And while AI is a revolution in itself and has garnered a lot of attention across the […]
ISLAMABAD: In this era of the internet, politics and social media are intertwined and inseparable. Reason: political powwow happens on social media platforms like TikTok, WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and X – formerly Twitter – among others. In the past, political parties and candidates used to rely more on posters, banners, door-to-door campaigns, corner meetings […]
THE Sindh High Court has asked the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority to enforce the relevant laws to prevent and remove “objectionable and illegal” content on social media platforms on the complaint of some YouTube vloggers. This calls attention to the critical need for clarity and specificity in the laws governing digital content. The Prevention of Electronic […]
ISAMABAD: Journalists, media workers, social activists and politicians lauded late Pervez Shaukat’s struggle, terming him a strong voice for the rights of journalists and workers. Two references were held on Wednesday to pay homage to Pervez Shaukat, who had been a trade unionist, president PFUJ (Workers) and former chairman APNEC. Speakers remembered the role of […]
Pakistan’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations (UN) Thursday won the first prize for “social media engagement” at the 9th International Geneva Engage Awards in Geneva, Switzerland. The awards recognise the outstanding work that non-governmental organisations, permanent representations, international organisations, and other Geneva actors have done in the areas of digital outreach and communication. They also […]
Governor of Sindh, Muhammad Kamran Khan Tessori, announced the commencement of IT classes starting from February 6th during a press conference at Governor House. The newly constructed IT University spans 24,000 square feet and houses over 300 computer labs, washrooms, and a dedicated power supply infrastructure costing 1.5 billion PKR. Governor Tessori expressed gratitude, stating […]
Through social networking websites and increasing penetration of internet access, political parties and candidates from across the board are using social media platforms to get engaged with voters for shaping their opinions during the general election 2024 campaign. Prior to this general election, political campaigns were primarily conducted through traditional media channels such as television, […]
KARACHI, As the country gears up for its upcoming general election on February 8th, media houses across the nation are preparing to provide extensive coverage while adhering to the strict code of conduct issued by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP). Leading news channels and newspapers have outlined their plans to ensure fair and unbiased […]
International observers, invited by the caretaker government, are poised to monitor the general elections on February 8, a group that includes numerous foreign journalists granted visas for coverage of the polls. The government asserts that the issuance of these visas underscores its commitment to ensuring free and fair elections in accordance with constitutional mandates. A […]
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) in close collaboration with the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) cyber crime circle, conducted raid against the BISP outlet at Sharqpur involved in activation of SIMs illegally. During the raid, 28 active SIMs were discovered. The FIA team confiscated active SIMs along with 01 HBL Konnect device as evidence, said a […]
ISLAMABAD: British High Commissioner to Pakistan, Jane Marriott has said that the British High Commission intends to organize competition for photojournalists to recognize their efforts and contribution in society. She expressed these remarks during a meeting with Photo journalists of Islamabad and Rawalpindi in Islamabad. She highlighted that images can convey powerful messages as the pictures […]
The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Wednesday directed the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra) to ensure that former prime minister Imran Khan as well as the candidates of all political parties were given “free and unrestricted” access to media ahead of the forthcoming February 8 general elections. The order was passed by Justice Shams […]
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