16th Mar, 2022
MOU Signed Between KPITB and NADRA for the Establishment of Citizens Facilitation Centers
KPITB in collaboration with NADRA is establishing 7 Citizens Facilitation centers (CFCs) at District Head Quarters with the aim of provision of all the government services under one roof. CFC centers will initially facilitate the citizens with 19 services which will be extended very soon. CFC centers will provide convenience to citizens by eliminating multiple visits to different departments. The centers will be well furnished, neat & clean environment to ensure transparency & accountability, and will treat the citizens with dignity. Performance monitoring of CFCs will be tracked by the honorable Chief Minister for ensuring timely service delivery. The project will be further extended to other districts in phase two.
15th Apr, 2021
International IT Company Affinity has started investing in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Advisor to Science and Information Technology Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Ziaullah Bangash says the provincial government is taking solid steps to develop the IT sector and provide employment opportunities for youth in the sector. Managing Director IT Board Dr. Ali Mahmood and Affinity officials signed the agreement in the presence of Advisor for Science and Information Technology Ziaullah Bangash. According to this agreement, the Affinity Company is setting up a sub-office in Peshawar with the help of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Technology Board. Not only this company will start investing regularly in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, but due to this agreement, the local population will also get employment opportunities. Secretary of Science and Information Technology Humayun Khan, Director IT Board Asim Jamshed, Project Manager of Digital Jobs Project Muhammad Bilal, and officials of Affinity Company were also participating in the ceremony. During the address to the ceremony, Advisor for Science and Information Technology Ziaullah said that due to the instructions of Chief Minister Mahmood Khan and the efforts of Provincial Finance Minister Taimoor Saleem Jhagra, an international IT company like Affinity has been extended to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. A major prove Success is talking about the agreement, the Chief Minister's advisor said that the proceedings on all matters and documents have been completed with Affinity.
He said that soon with the head of the Affinity Zia Chishti, Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Mahmood Khan at Chief Minister House Peshawar. MOU will be signed at a Stockholm ceremony headed by According to him, this initiative will provide employment to almost all youths of the province in the IT sector. Advisor of Science and Information Technology thanked the head of Affinity Zia Chishti for the occasion, who was raised by the provincial government to provide all the facilities and develop the IT sector. Assured full cooperation in measures.
10th Apr, 2021
Famous filmmaker and blogger Santhia Richi, MPA Punjab Assembly Seemabia Tahir, and other IT experts arrive at Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Technology Board, meeting with Advisor Science and Information Technology Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Ziaullah Bangash.
Peshawar: Advisor for Science and Information Technology Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Ziaullah Bangash, Federal Minister Ali Muhammad Khan, MPA Punjab Assembly Seemabia Tahir, and renowned American filmmaker Santhia Richi attended the Youth All Parties Conference at Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Technology Board.
Ziaullah Khan Bangash said that the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government is taking solid steps to give a start to the IT sector. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Mahmood Khan, the provincial government has officially introduced the business process outsourcing (BPO) industry in the country. BPO Faculty was established in Peshawar in the name of ′′ Virk Arawand. He informed all the guests about the benefits of the workaround and the success of this project. The project is being extended to other districts of the province with the success of the Work Around Project and the interest of the international investors in this facility. If this project has given employment opportunities to hundreds of youth in the province on one side, then it will be given to them. On the other hand, external investment is being encouraged in the province.
Punjab Assembly Member Seemabia Tahir also praised the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Technology Board project for training of youth including Work Arawand, he said that other provinces should also take such steps. Seemabia Tahir declared the Work Around Project an important plan for the development of the youth and IT sector of the country.
During the visit, Santhia Richi and others involved in the delegation appreciated the steps taken by the provincial government for the development of the IT sector, and the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is the safest province for investment by international BPO companies. Invited to start a business.
1st Apr, 2021
Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser and Advisor to Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on ST & IT Zia Ullah Khan Bangash had a video link meeting with Facebook officials Sarim Aziz and Sehar Tariq
Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser and Advisor to Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Science and Information Technology Zia Ullah Khan Bangash had a video link meeting with Facebook officials Sarim Aziz Head of Public Policy South Asia and Sehar Tariq Public Policy Manager Pakistan. Issues of mutual interest and bilateral cooperation were discussed at the meeting.
Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser and Zia Ullah Bangash assured necessary legislation to create a favorable environment for the commencement of Facebook Monetization. Consultation and consideration of necessary legislation to turn on Facebook monetization in Pakistan were also discussed in the meeting. Mr. Asad Qaiser requested Facebook officials to enable the Pakistani youth to exercise their creativity by creating quality content and earn financial benefits.
He also praised Ziaullah Bangash for his efforts to materialize the vision of Digital Pakistan. His efforts for engaging all stakeholders onboard involving the big tech especially Facebook were also applauded.
Our government is taking steps to empower the youth, e-commerce stands to be one of the most effective platforms for the unemployed people of Pakistan. We are trying our best to remove all the hindrances for our youth. Zia Ullah Bangash
24th Mar, 2021
Advisor To CM KP on ST&IT Zia Ullah Bangash presenting Shields to Öz Istanbul Turkish Business Delegation at KP Information Technology Board
Turkey's Bazs community and OZ Istanbul representative delegation visit Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Technology Board with Advisor Science and Information Technology Technology Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Ziaullah Bangash.
The delegation was briefed regarding investment opportunities in the information technology sector in the province including the plans and steps of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Technology Board during the visit to work around the BPO center.
On this occasion, Regional Director OZ Istanbul Nazir Khattak and Country Director Naseebullah Naseeb were also with the delegation.
17th Mar, 2021
First KP Crypto Advisory Committee Meeting held under the Chairmanship of Zia Ullah Bangash at KPITB Peshawar.
First KP Crypto Advisory Committee Meeting held under the Chairmanship of Zia Ullah Bangash at KPITB Peshawar.
The first meeting of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Crypto Advisory Committee chaired by Crypto Currency and Crypto Mining, Ziaullah Bangash, and Provincial Finance Minister Taimoor Jhagra.
In the first meeting of the Advisory Committee, it was decided that all committees will be formed to deal with various matters. BlockChain Committee was established in the sub-committees which included Ahmed, Atif, and Wajid while the chairman member of the provincial assembly.
The technical committee and coordination committee were set up in other committees. Coordination committee members will join the provincial assembly and technical members to discuss policy with steak holders, state banks, FBR, and other institutions.
Ziaullah Khan Bangash issued directions to Zelly committees to present their proposals at the next meeting of the Advisory Committee. He directed the technical committee to present a detailed report on the installation of hydropower including crypto mining forms including expenses.
Various technical members of the Advisory Committee also gave suggestions and legal opinions regarding crypto mining to the forum. The Advisory Committee was told that crypto mining should be done as a software deal, not as currency, and the procedure being implemented. The provincial government will have all the options in this.
Other members of the Advisory Committee, Advisor Food Khaliq-ur-Rehman, Members of Provincial Assembly Dr. Sameera Shams, Humira Khatun, Ayesha Bano, Shagufta Malik, Anita Mehsud, Rehana, and Technical Experts Waqar Zakya, Dr. Wajid, Ahmad Rumi, Ghulam Ahmad, Barrister Salman Including Secretary Department of Science and Information Technology Humayun Khan, Managing Director IT Board Dr. Ali Mehmood, Director IT Board Asim Jamshed and Director of Science and Information Technology Khalid Khan.
Ziaullah Bangash has said that the provincial government is taking serious steps for crypto mining under the guidance and patronage of Chief Minister Mahmood Khan and we will start crypto mining and blockchain according to legal procedures after consultation with all stakeholders and experts.
All the options and control of crypto mining will be with the government and after fulfilling the legal requirements all investors will be able to contact us whether Pakistani or foreign countries. Ziaullah Bangash
In the meeting, the Managing Director of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Technology Board, Sahibzada Ali Mahmood also recommended setting up a committee on BlockChain. In addition to the review of various technical matters, the use of this technology in various government departments under the scope of this committee. This will include reviewing all aspects and presenting recommendations regarding this.
Ziaullah Bangash said about crypto mining that the weather of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is useful for it, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has many hydropower capabilities and all these facilities are essential for crypto mining. While the provincial government is also taking steps for legislation and All experts can also give suggestions on the website of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Technology Board.
Ziaullah Bangash said that those who are interested in crypto mining should apply. He said that he will also hold a seminar on this topic very soon to raise awareness to the public.
Provincial Finance Minister Taimoor Saleem Jhagra said that we are also looking at the legality of crypto mining and the needs of other stakeholders like State Bank and FBR. And we will try to launch crypto-mining after completing all legal requirements. So that like other countries we can also take advantage of this opportunity.
Food Advisor Mian Khaliq-ur-Rehman said that we should also benefit from experiments from other countries and implement an easy and understanding system to guide industries and give people information about crypto mining through an awareness campaign.
The first meeting of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Crypto Advisory Committee chaired by Crypto Currency and Crypto Mining, Ziaullah Bangash, and Provincial Finance Minister Taimoor Jhagra.
In the first meeting of the Advisory Committee, it was decided that all committees will be formed to deal with various matters. BlockChain Committee was established in the sub-committees which included Ahmed, Atif, and Wajid while the chairman member of the provincial assembly.
The technical committee and coordination committee were set up in other committees. Coordination committee members will join the provincial assembly and technical members to discuss policy with steak holders, state banks, FBR, and other institutions.
Ziaullah Khan Bangash issued directions to Zelly committees to present their proposals at the next meeting of the Advisory Committee. He directed the technical committee to present a detailed report on the installation of hydropower including crypto mining forms including expenses.
Various technical members of the Advisory Committee also gave suggestions and legal opinions regarding crypto mining to the forum. The Advisory Committee was told that crypto mining should be done as a software deal, not as currency, and the procedure being implemented. The provincial government will have all the options in this.
Other members of the Advisory Committee, Advisor Food Khaliq-ur-Rehman, Members of Provincial Assembly Dr. Sameera Shams, Humira Khatun, Ayesha Bano, Shagufta Malik, Anita Mehsud, Rehana, and Technical Experts Waqar Zakya, Dr. Wajid, Ahmad Rumi, Ghulam Ahmad, Barrister Salman Including Secretary Department of Science and Information Technology Humayun Khan, Managing Director IT Board Dr. Ali Mehmood, Director IT Board Asim Jamshed and Director of Science and Information Technology Khalid Khan.
Ziaullah Bangash has said that the provincial government is taking serious steps for crypto mining under the guidance and patronage of Chief Minister Mahmood Khan and we will start crypto mining and blockchain according to legal procedures after consultation with all stakeholders and experts.
All the options and control of crypto mining will be with the government and after fulfilling the legal requirements all investors will be able to contact us whether Pakistani or foreign countries. Ziaullah Bangash
In the meeting, the Managing Director of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Technology Board, Sahibzada Ali Mahmood also recommended setting up a committee on BlockChain. In addition to the review of various technical matters, the use of this technology in various government departments under the scope of this committee. This will include reviewing all aspects and presenting recommendations regarding this.
Ziaullah Bangash said about crypto mining that the weather of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is useful for it, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has many hydropower capabilities and all these facilities are essential for crypto mining. While the provincial government is also taking steps for legislation and All experts can also give suggestions on the website of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Technology Board.
Ziaullah Bangash said that those who are interested in crypto mining should apply. He said that he will also hold a seminar on this topic very soon to raise awareness to the public.
Provincial Finance Minister Taimoor Saleem Jhagra said that we are also looking at the legality of crypto mining and the needs of other stakeholders like State Bank and FBR. And we will try to launch crypto-mining after completing all legal requirements. So that like other countries we can also take advantage of this opportunity.
Food Advisor Mian Khaliq-ur-Rehman said that we should also benefit from experiments from other countries and implement an easy and understanding system to guide industries and give people information about crypto mining through an awareness campaign.
9th Mar, 2021
IT Company Afiniti Pakistan's CEO Usman Khan's visit to Work Around
IT Company (Afiniti) Pakistan's CEO Usman Khan's visit to Work Around. During the visit, Managing Director IT Board Dr. Sahibzada Ali Mahmood gave a detailed briefing to the CEO of Afiniti Pakistan regarding the working and informed him about the different aspects of the faculty.
Work Around is Pakistan's only official patronage BPO ready space, this facility has all the facilities required for any BPO company. Hundreds of youths in the province are providing employment opportunities due to the Work Around, Managing Director IT Board Dr. Sahibzada Ali Mahmood.
During the visit, Usman Khan, the head of Afiniti Pakistan, expressed interest in setting up a sub-office in Peshawar. Dr. Ali Mahmood assured full cooperation from IT Board in this help.
25th Feb, 2021
KPITB has started training of 2 government schools of Khyber Tribal District on Early Age Programming and IT essentials.
KPITB has started training of 2 government schools of Khyber Tribal District on Early Age Programming and IT essentials.
The activity involved training students of 2 government schools of Khyber Tribal District on Early Age Programming and IT essentials. These schools are GHS Kohi Sher Haider and GHS Jan Khan Kili in Tehsil Bara of Khyber Tribal District. Under the project, 1000 students of 4 boys' and 4 girls' schools in Khyber and Orakzai tribal districts will be trained on EAP and IT essentials.
This will result in skill development and improvement in IT literacy of government school students and development of logical and analytical thinking among government school students. Under this project, eight state-of-the-art IT Labs have also been established in these schools.
12th Feb, 2021
software technology park has been established in swat
Advisor to CM KP on ST&IT Zia Ullah Bangash visited STP to review facilities and final arrangements before the inauguration. Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Mahmood Khan will inaugurate Software Technology Park Swat soon.
"KPITB and PSEB to set up software technology parks in 12 districts of KP. PTI led KP govt is committed to extending modern technology and Software Tech Parks to all districts of KP
MOU inked between KPITB and PSEB for a wide range of collaboration for the promotion of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in the province. Both will work together for the establishment of Software Technology Parks (STPs) in various districts of KP.
Promotion of the IT sector in the province is one of the top priority areas of the PTI-led KP govt. KP govt making concerted efforts to extend maximum facilitation to the general masses, provide employment opportunities to the youth, ensure transparency in govt business". -- Zia Ullah Bangash
"KPITB and PSEB to set up software technology parks in 12 districts of KP. PTI led KP govt is committed to extending modern technology and Software Tech Parks to all districts of KP
MOU inked between KPITB and PSEB for a wide range of collaboration for the promotion of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in the province. Both will work together for the establishment of Software Technology Parks (STPs) in various districts of KP.
Promotion of the IT sector in the province is one of the top priority areas of the PTI-led KP govt. KP govt making concerted efforts to extend maximum facilitation to the general masses, provide employment opportunities to the youth, ensure transparency in govt business". -- Zia Ullah Bangash
7th Feb, 2021
Achieved a milestone of raising seed money of PKR 50 million.
One of the startups of Durshal,Chkar.com achieved a milestone of raising seed money of PKR 50 million. Chakr aims to give a platform to the local community where people can earn to make a living. It gives access to travelers to get connected with hosts within a community.
The travelers can stay and experience the local style of living. Advisor to CM KP on ST&IT Zia Ullah Bangash appreciated team Durshal and Chakr for their efforts to promote the digital economy and tourism in the province, awarded an appreciation shield to the team, and had an interactive session with them.
2nd Feb, 2021
Joint review meeting of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Technology Board and Creative Invitation Unit chaired by Ziaullah Bangash.
Peshawar: Joint review meeting of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Technology and Creative Invitation Unit chaired by Ziaullah Bangash.
The meeting reviewed the progress of the Department of Science and Information Technology Khyber Pakhtunkhwa including a tech conference held at Pakistan Digital City, Peshawar Digital Complex, Peshawar.
In the meeting, the provincial assembly also discussed the approval of the resolution regarding cryptocurrency and mining and forming an advisory committee on recommendations.
Managing Director Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Technology Board Ali Mahmood, Director Projects Asim Jamshed and Project Director Creative Investigation Unit Bilal Jabbar Participated in the meeting.
The meeting reviewed the progress of the Department of Science and Information Technology Khyber Pakhtunkhwa including a tech conference held at Pakistan Digital City, Peshawar Digital Complex, Peshawar.
In the meeting, the provincial assembly also discussed the approval of the resolution regarding cryptocurrency and mining and forming an advisory committee on recommendations.
Managing Director Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Technology Board Ali Mahmood, Director Projects Asim Jamshed and Project Director Creative Investigation Unit Bilal Jabbar Participated in the meeting.
30th Jan, 2021
Department of Science and Information Technology Khyber Pakhtunkhwa decides to promote the video gaming industry.
Department of Science and Information Technology Khyber Pakhtunkhwa decides to promote the video gaming industry. Steps on the guidance of Ziaullah Bangash.
Taking steps to gain real economic benefit from the gaming industry, there is no shortage of ability in Pakistan, and will give to youth a new opportunity to make money, Ziaullah Bangash
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is considering allocating a budget to create new games in collaboration with the Information Technology Board which will provide development training to children and introduce the best games to the world by working on new ideas.
The video game industry is one of the fastest-growing industries in the world, like Yutubers now there are many opportunities for gamers to move forward, inshaAllah very soon we will take practical steps to promote the gaming industry in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Ziaullah Bangash.
There are many virtual game companies in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has invited companies related to the gaming industry from the other cities of Pakistan, Whoever wants to set up their own in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the provincial government will provide full support.
We will soon hold a virtual gaming tournament in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in which the youth of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and all over Pakistan will be able to participate. Ziaullah Bangash.
Taking steps to gain real economic benefit from the gaming industry, there is no shortage of ability in Pakistan, and will give to youth a new opportunity to make money, Ziaullah Bangash
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is considering allocating a budget to create new games in collaboration with the Information Technology Board which will provide development training to children and introduce the best games to the world by working on new ideas.
The video game industry is one of the fastest-growing industries in the world, like Yutubers now there are many opportunities for gamers to move forward, inshaAllah very soon we will take practical steps to promote the gaming industry in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Ziaullah Bangash.
There are many virtual game companies in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has invited companies related to the gaming industry from the other cities of Pakistan, Whoever wants to set up their own in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the provincial government will provide full support.
We will soon hold a virtual gaming tournament in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in which the youth of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and all over Pakistan will be able to participate. Ziaullah Bangash.
28th Jan, 2021
Ziaullah Bangash addresses the grand IT meetup organized by Information Technology in Durshal Peshawar.
Advisor to Science and Information Technology Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Ziaullah Bangash has said that the provincial government is providing the best opportunities to companies associated with start-ups, IT experts, freelancers, and IT sectors. The provincial government has issued an advertisement to provide internships to the youth, the youth will be trained and the monthly wazifa has also been assigned for them. Boys and Girls are given equal opportunities in Durshal.
He said that due to excellent training and guidance, IT companies have become weak districts in the IT sector like Bajaur, Mohmand and the integrated districts are getting the benefits of integration. Under the second phase, in addition to the advertiser internship, one more hundred sets of advertisers for women's startups will be trained and will get the best jobs through an internship. freelancers and IT companies should register with us on our portal. We are providing them with all the facilities. Along with new business, the government is providing grants for proposals. Present your ideas and play your role in creating economic development and employment opportunities for the country by getting trained from us and starting on self-employed government grants.
He also said that he is talking with Facebook, Google, and YouTube so that the youth in the IT sector can get a chance and get respectable employment. Regarding the launch of another important program, Ziaullah Bangash said that he will train a thousand youths with Google, where one thousand youths will be selected from each district. After training, he talked to different institutions about their jobs. Will go.
IT department is being given special attention on the directions of the Prime Minister and the provincial government has also reduced the tax rate by less than percent to two percent so that youth and companies can come into this field.Ziaullah Bangash.
22nd Jan, 2021
Advisor Science and Information Technology Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Ziaullah Bangash and MD Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Technology Board Ali Mahmood visited Peshawar Railway Station
Advisor Science and Information Technology Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Ziaullah Bangash and MD Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Technology Board Ali Mahmood visited Peshawar Railway Station on the directions of Federal Minister for Rail Reviewed the station regarding automation and digitalization project of Peshawar railway station.
Divisional Superintendent Railway Peshawar gave Ziaullah Bangash and Ali Mahmood a detailed tour of Peshawar Railway Station and briefed. On this occasion, Consultants, MD Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Technology Board Ali Mahmood, Project Director Peshawar Bus Rapid Transit, Project Director National Incubation Center Peshawar, CEO Tech Valley Umar Farooq, and other officers were with Ziaullah Bangash.
Meeting of Railway Department, Department of Science and Information Technology Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Consultants chaired by Ziaullah Bangash, consultation on the project of up-gradation and renovation of the railway station in the meeting. Taking steps to make Peshawar railway station a state-of-the-art railway station. BRT is taking steps to launch Peshawar's Intelligent Transportation System into the Department of Railway System. From which the railway system will improve, Ziaullah Bangash
Peshawar railway station is being upgraded and the railway station will be upgraded and fully renovated, Delway system will be automated and the official Umoor will be digitalized.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Technology Board will fully cooperate with the Railways Department and will make the railway a better transportation system in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa by further improving the railway system in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Ziaullah Bangash
19th Jan, 2021
Department of Science and Information Technology Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has introduced e-office system.
Important step towards digital Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Department of Science and Information Technology Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has introduced e-office system.
E-office system was introduced to make paperless and bring transparency to government offices, which was launched in the first phase in the Department of Science and Information Technology Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.In the next step, this system will be introduced in all government offices and official matters are being digitalized.Official affairs will be removed fast from the e-office system.Implementation of an e-office system will facilitate institutional reforms and help improve performance.
Dashboards of the E Office System will be available with Advisor Science and Information Technology Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Secretary of Science and Information Technology Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Advisor Science and Information Technology Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Secretary whenever they want, they will be personally available on the computer dashboard.
Department of Science and Information Technology Khyber Pakhtunkhwa launches computerization of all government offices to enhance performance and transparency through e office.The e-office system aims to implement a paperless file system in all departments / affiliated departments/directorate and autonomous institutions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to replace the traditional file system with an e-office system.
E office is an electronic file system that converts traditional file system in government offices into e-file system / paperless environment.
The success of the e-office system will prove to be a good example for other departments. E-office system launched in the first phase in the Department of Science and Information Technology Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the e-office system is a big step towards Prime Minister Imran Khan's digital Pakistan vision, Ziaullah Bangash.