Jazz International Holding Limited has been confirmed as the acquiring entity in the proposed acquisition of shares and control of TPL Insurance Limited, replacing VEON Group Holding Company Limited and its affiliates named in the original Public Announcement of Intention issued in September 2025.

The change follows the finalisation of the acquisition structure, while all other terms of the offer, including the target company and ultimate beneficial ownership, remain unchanged.

According to an addendum, Jazz International Holding Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of VEON Ltd and was incorporated in the United Arab Emirates on September 11, 2025. The company is based at the Dubai International Financial Centre and has an authorised capital of AED 50,000. VEON MidCo B.V. holds a 100 percent shareholding in Jazz International Holding Limited.

VEON Ltd, the ultimate controlling shareholder, is a Nasdaq-listed global digital operator providing telecom and digital services to nearly 160 million customers across Pakistan, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Bangladesh. In Pakistan, VEON operates through Pakistan Mobile Communications Limited (Jazz), the country’s largest mobile operator with over 70 million subscribers.

The addendum also names Pakistan Mobile Communications Limited as a person acting in concert in the transaction. The offer is being managed by Arif Habib Limited. The document is dated December 15, 2025, and signed by the directors of Jazz International Holding Limited.

Honor has quietly expanded its Play series lineup in China with the launch of the Honor Play 60A. The smartphone is now listed on Honor’s official China online store and is available in a single memory configuration. The phone is likely to go international soon.

Design and Display

The Honor Play 60A features a 6.75-inch LCD with an HD+ resolution. The panel supports a 90 Hz refresh rate, which helps deliver smoother scrolling and animations during daily use. The phone measures 7.89 mm in thickness and weighs 187 grams, giving it a slim and manageable form factor.

Honor offers the device in Azure Sky, Inky Black Rock, and Lake Blue color options.

Internals and Software

Honor powers the Play 60A with the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor, which brings built-in 5G connectivity. The chipset is paired with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. On the software side, the phone runs Android 15 with MagicOS 9.0.

Connectivity options include 5G support, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.3, and a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

Cameras

The Honor Play 60A comes with a single 13MP rear camera for basic photography needs. On the front, the phone features a 5MP camera for selfies and video calls. Both the rear and front cameras support video recording at up to 1080p resolution.

Battery and Pricing

The device features a 5,300 mAh battery, designed to support extended daily usage. It supports wired charging at up to 15W.

Honor has priced the Play 60A at $220 for the 6GB RAM and 128GB storage variant in China.

Honor Play 60A Specifications

The federal government has decided to introduce Digital Performance Evaluation Reports (PERs) as part of its efforts to digitize the existing performance appraisal system.

According to an office memorandum issued by the Establishment Division, the initiative will be implemented in phases, with the first phase covering all federal ministries and divisions.

Sources said the Digital PER system will replace the traditional annual performance reports by shifting the entire appraisal process from paper-based records to a centralized online platform. The move aims to standardize performance evaluations and resolve long-standing issues such as delays, missing files, and inconsistencies in performance documentation.

The Establishment Division has directed all ministries and divisions to nominate a focal person for the implementation of the Digital PER system. The nominated officer will coordinate with the Deputy Secretary (CP-V) and Director PD of the Establishment Division to ensure smooth execution of the system.

Under the assigned responsibilities, the focal person will oversee the creation of user IDs for PER administrators and Directors, PD or HR officials of cadre and ex-cadre administrations, in accordance with AGPE-2004 instructions. These user IDs will be used to operate and manage the online PER mechanism within each ministry and division.

The focal person will also coordinate data entry requirements, particularly for officers whose information is not currently available in the Human Resource Management Information System (HRMIS). This process is intended to ensure that the performance records of all relevant officers are fully integrated into the digital platform.

Sources added that the digital system is expected to improve transparency and accountability by enabling real-time tracking of performance submissions and approvals. It is also aimed at reducing backlogs and supporting data-driven decisions related to promotions and training needs.

In addition, ministries and divisions have been instructed to submit a verified list of officers serving as Initiating, Reporting, and Countersigning Officers. The list must include names, CNIC numbers, designations along with BPS, email addresses, mobile numbers, and service or cadre details. The Establishment Division has also sought the name and contact details of the nominated focal person on a priority basis to facilitate the timely launch of the online PER system.