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Pakistan Aims to Boost IT Exports by $150 Million with New Tech Parks and Infrastructure Projects
The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT) is set to generate over $150 million in additional IT exports annually while creating more than 40,000 new jobs. This growth comes from ongoing technology infrastructure projects, including major IT parks in…
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Jazz Records Highest Telecom Complaints at 4,987 in February 2025, Ufone Lowest at 1,435
ISLAMABAD: Jazz leads the chart with 4987 complaints followed by Zong as the second-most with 2823 complaints telecommunications operators, revealed Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) data.…
Pakistan’s 3G/4G Users Surge to 141 Million in February 2025
ISLAMABAD: The number of 3G/4G users as well as penetration in Pakistan increased in February 2025, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) data revealed. The number…
PTA Pins Blame on Mobile Phone Manufacturers Amid IMEI Theft Scandal
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) is at the center of a growing scandal following allegations that millions of IMEI numbers have been stolen and…
PTA Approved Phones Turning Non-PTA: 1 Million IMEIs Become Vulnerable
ISLAMABAD: In a shocking revelation, Pakistan Telecommunication Authority’s (PTA) online security system has allegedly suffered a major breach, leading to the theft of over one…
Mobile Services to Remain Operational in Pakistan During Youm-e-Ali Processions
Muslims in Pakistan will observe Youm-e-Ali on March 22 to honor the martyrdom of Hazrat Ali (RA), the fourth caliph of Islam. Authorities have strengthened…
Starlink Nears Final Approval for Launch in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is on the brink of welcoming Elon Musk’s satellite internet service, Starlink, as it inches closer to receiving formal authorization for operations in…
Punjab Expands Free Wi-Fi with Faster Speeds & Wider Coverage
LAHORE: The Chief Minister’s Free Wi-Fi service is now accessible in more locations across Punjab, including Lahore. With the recent upgrade to Wi-Fi 6, the…
PTA Receives New VPN Registration Applications Amid Licensing Expansion
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has received applications from two additional companies seeking approval to operate as VPN service providers in the country. This…
Senate IT Committee Reviews LDI Telecom Dues
ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Information Technology convened to discuss the outstanding dues of Long-Distance and International (LDI) telecom companies, with Pakistan Telecommunication Authority…
Government Advances Digital Connectivity in KP with Rs. 9.5 Billion USF-Funded Telecom Projects
The Universal Service Fund (USF) has allocated Rs. 9.5 billion over the past three and a half fiscal years (2021-2025) to enhance telecommunication services in…
IT Ministry Delays Approval of MVNO Framework Ahead of Spectrum Auction
ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication has delayed the approval of Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) framework, which was supposed to come out…
PTA Cracks Down on Illegal Internet Activities in Gilgit
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), in collaboration with the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), has taken decisive action against illegal internet sales and unauthorized telecommunications…
Govt Pushes for Resolution of Pending IT & Telecom Cases
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has requested comprehensive details of long-standing court cases linked to the Ministry of IT and Telecom, particularly those with major financial…

