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PTA Announces New Reforms Amid Growing Criticism Over Slow Connectivity & Poor Service Quality
In a bid to counter rising public frustration over poor service quality, patchy coverage, and widespread digital fraud, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has unveiled a fresh bundle of regulatory initiatives, but industry insiders say the measures arrive “too late,…
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PTA Approved Phones Turning Non-PTA: 1 Million IMEIs Become Vulnerable
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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…
After Airtel, Musk’s Starlink and Ambani’s Jio Strike a Game-Changing Internet Deal for India
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Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Jio has announced a partnership with Elon Musk’s SpaceX to introduce Starlink satellite internet services in India. This unexpected collaboration comes after…
Seven Major Telecom Companies Accused of Rs 58.9 Billion Fraud and Regulatory Violations
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Islamabad: Seven major Long-Distance and International (LDI) companies, along with senior officials from the Ministry of Information Technology (MoITT) and the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA),…
PTA Officers’ Salaries and Allowances See Major Increase Over Three Years
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ISLAMABAD: The salaries and allowances of Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) officers have risen steadily over the past three years, according to official records seen by…
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