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PTA Proposes Mandatory Rollout Targets for TIP Licensees
In a major policy shift, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) is moving to accelerate the country’s digital infrastructure. The Authority has proposed strict rollout obligations for Telecommunication Infrastructure Provider (TIP) licensees. Notably, regulators have never applied such requirements to this…
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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…
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…
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