Telecom
Government Launches SkillBridge Batch 2 for Fresh IT Graduates With Monthly Stipend
The Ministry of IT and Telecommunication has opened applications for the second batch of the SkillBridge Apprenticeship Program, offering paid industry exposure to recent IT graduates across Pakistan. The six-month apprenticeship is designed to help fresh graduates move smoothly from…
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Government Admits Internet Connectivity Failures in Islamabad, Urges Temporary Fixes
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The government has acknowledged ongoing issues with mobile and internet connectivity across several sectors of Islamabad. Despite years of surveys, directives, and meetings, reliable telecom…
IT Ministry Yet to Approve MVNO Framework Despite One-Year Delay
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One year later, the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication still has not approved the Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) framework, which was supposed to…
Wateen Telecom to Pay Rs2.2bn in Dues as LDI Disputes Drag On
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In a breakthrough amid a prolonged legal tussle between the telecom regulator and Long Distance International (LDI) operators, Wateen Telecom has agreed to pay Rs2.2…
PTA Website Revamped: Improved Accessibility and Urdu Support
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The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has launched a revamped version of its official website www.pta.gov.pk, with a fresh design and major accessibility upgrades. The redesign…
Ongoing 5G Spectrum Battles Push Back 5G Plans and Hurts Network Performance
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Pakistan’s move toward faster mobile connectivity and 5G readiness faces persistent delays as major spectrum bands remain locked in court. An official brief shared with…
PTC Targets Rs65 Per Share with Telenor Pakistan Acquisition Gains
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Pakistan Telecommunication Company Ltd. (PSX: PTC) is on track for a major valuation boost after acquiring Telenor Pakistan. Analysts expect the company’s fair value to…
Telecom Companies Prohibited from Sharing User Data
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The government has clarified that cellular mobile operators in Pakistan are not allowed to share consumer data with any third party. The Minister-in-Charge of the…
Reddit Users Complain About Mobile Networks for Unwanted Service Activations
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Pakistan’s telecom users continue to face recurring complaints about being charged for services they never knowingly subscribed to, a problem affecting customers across all major…
PTCL–Telenor Merger Gets CCP Nod, Rivals Assess Market Impact
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The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has conditionally approved Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited’s (PTCL) acquisition of Telenor Pakistan and Orion Towers. The decision marks one…
PTCL–Telenor Deal Moves Forward with CCP’s Tightest Compliance Mandates
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Pakistan’s telecom sector has just witnessed one of its most significant mergers. The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has officially cleared Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited’s…
CCP Examines PTCL’s Bid to Buy Telenor Pakistan in Major Industry Merger
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Pakistan’s telecom industry is witnessing one of its biggest shakeups as Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) moves to acquire Telenor Pakistan and Orion Towers. The…
T-Mobile Expands Satellite Service With WhatsApp, Google Maps, and X
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T-Mobile is expanding its satellite-to-cell service across the US, adding support for several popular third-party apps. The Starlink-powered T-Satellite network now works with WhatsApp, Google…
