Pakistan witnesses 18% increase in phishing attempts in 2024 compared to 2023, Kaspersky Reveals on February 27, 2025Islamabad : In 2024, Kaspersky blocked 26% more phishing attempts worldwide compared to the previous year. Every second email in the corporate mailboxes was spam. Cybercriminals continued to capitalize on well-known brands like Booking, Airbnb, TikTok and Telegram to steal credentials or install malware. Additionally, users encountered more than 125 million attacks involving malicious email […]
Remembering Salman Taseer – A Tribute to a Fearless Visionary By: Dure Akram on January 4, 2025“Meri vafaen yaad karoge, Rooge, fariyad karoge, Choro b Taseer ki baatein, Kab tak usko yaad kroge,” wrote Dr MD Taseer, a literary giant known for breathing a new life into progressive Urdu literature. Little did he know that his words would prove to be a perfect tribute to his own son. In the tapestry […]
A Candid Conversation with Maria Memon: Charting 16 Years in the Media Industry By: Noor ul ain Ali and Rana Abdullah Hammad on December 16, 2024Sitting across Maria Memon, one can’t help but feel a wave of curiosity about the journey that brought her here; a familiar face on our screens, yet with a story that remains largely untold. From switching networks to navigating the ups and downs of a demanding industry, Maria’s journey is a reflection of grit, growth, […]
TTP Top Gun Down: Escalates Afghanistan-Pakistan Blame Game & Tension By: Jawad Yousafzai on December 7, 2024 The Afghan Taliban start expelling Pakistani Taliban from border areas, & relocate them to Ghazni province, aiming to prevent interference in Pakistan. The Afghan Taliban officially have been supporting TTP while assuring Pakistan they would not allow to operate from Afghan soil. This dual policy has contributed to the deterioration of Taliban-Pakistan relations, which […]
Tapal Danedar: Brewing a Symphony of National Pride and Tradition on September 19, 2024In a country where tea is more than just a beverage, Tapal Danedar has long been a staple, cherished for its deep, comforting flavor. This Independence Day, Tapal elevated its connection with Pakistanis by blending its beloved tea with a significant cultural touchstone. In a creative celebration of Pakistan’s 77th Independence Day, Tapal Danedar embarked […]
Remembering my father – who fought bravely By: Ilsa Chaudhry on November 9, 2022My father was a warrior, a self-made man. He left Pakistan to pursue his dreams when he was 16 years old, he completed his studies in London and become the most successful businessman in his family. He was the epitome of high integrity. He was an inspiration to his entire village, his cousins, and his […]
Noor Muqaddam to Sarah Inam – Never ending gruesome tales of gender violence By: Aleezeh Fatimah Hashmi on November 2, 2022“A wound that had not healed but which I feared was only getting worse. I ached for his ache, I prayed that he would find the peace he was yearning for.” Sarah Inam, 39 years old bright, beautiful, full-of-life woman, deluded to “heal,” a broken man wrote the aforementioned phrases on her Instagram for the […]
SSP Traffic Dr. Syed Mustafa Tanveer (Pakistan Police Medal Recipient) interview with Daily Times By: Muhammad Nasir Butt on October 24, 2022SSP Traffic Islamabad Dr. Syed Mustafa Tanveer who recently received Highest Police Award Pakistan Police Medal for his Bravery and Professionalism answering the question about Such Courage said: as a Police Officer my main responsibility is to Protect not only people’s lives but also their Property and dignity. Allah keeps responsibility of those to himself […]
The Cry of the Poor: Will Anyone Listen? By: Muhammad Adnan on October 18, 2022With the economy of Pakistan being on a roller coaster this past year, it’s no wonder that people, even at the upper-middle level, are feeling financially challenged. Fuel/electricity prices have gone up significantly and the recent floods have only made things worse – making life harder for everyone! There’s little hope for Pakistan right now. […]
Journalism in the age of mobile media By: Muhammad Adnan on October 18, 2022The idea of what it means to be a journalist has been transformed by technology. Audio-visual innovations have changed how journalists think about their routine work and professional practices. Today’s journalists are equipped with “smartphone cameras” that allow for instant recording; internet access via smartphones or tablets, which enables easy file sharing across different platforms; […]