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Satellite Internet Coming Soon: PTA Unveils Strict Security Measures
Pakistan is moving closer to launching satellite-based internet services. However, the state is prioritising national security and strict regulatory control before giving the green light. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has decided to develop dedicated cybersecurity regulations. These rules will…
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LDI Operators Face Scrutiny for Non-Payment of License Charges
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A sub-committee of the National Assembly Standing Committee on IT and Telecom, chaired by Convener Zulfiqar Bhatti, expressed frustration over the failure of Long Distance…
Govt Dismisses Allegations of Poor Internet Connectivity in Balochistan
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The government has rejected suggestions that Balochistan’s mobile and internet coverage has remained poor in recent years. Officials argue that regular surveys, strict monitoring, and…
Islamabad to Get Free WiFi at 30 Locations by December 2025
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The National Assembly was told on Tuesday that Islamabad will soon get free WiFi at 30 key locations. The service is expected to launch by…
Telenor Asia Welcomes CCP Approval of PTCL-Telenor Merger, Awaits PTA Nod
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In a fresh development for Pakistan’s telecom industry, Telenor Asia has officially responded to the Competition Commission of Pakistan’s (CCP) conditional approval of PTCL’s acquisition…
CCP Approves PTCL–Telenor Merger with Strict Conditions
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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, setting the stage for…
PTCL Issues Statement Over CCP Approval of Telenor Merger
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PTCL today released an official statement expressing gratitude to the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) for successfully concluding Phase II of the review process for…
CCP Grants Conditional Approval for $400M PTCL–Telenor Pakistan Merger
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The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has reportedly given its conditional approval for the merger between Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) and Telenor Pakistan, bringing…
Widespread Internet Disruption Reported in Pakistan, PTCL and Others Among Severely Affected
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Internet users across Pakistan faced major disruption today, with connectivity in major cities including Islamabad, Karachi, and Lahore slowing down or completely cut off. Social…
MoITT to Restructure National Telecommunication, PSEB, and Ignite Under Downsizing Drive
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Pakistan’s Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT) is preparing for one of its biggest restructuring drives in recent years. The government has launched a…
Pakistan’s Internet Slowdown Explained
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Pakistan is facing a major internet crisis, with many users experiencing slow speeds and service disruptions. This problem is not due to a local issue…
Internet & Telecom Blackout Strangles Azad Kashmir as Protest Strike Looms
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Authorities have suspended mobile, internet, and telephone services across Azad Kashmir as the region braces for September 29 strike. The blackout has left residents isolated,…
Telecom Sector Gets First-Ever Green Sukuk in Pakistan
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Pakistan’s telecom sector gets its first-ever Green Sukuk, a landmark Rs3 billion project launched by Infralectric, a Brillanz Group company. The initiative marks a major…
