PTA Warns Telcos Over Poor Internet, Pins Hopes on 5G for Future Boost

By Waleeja Khan ⏐ 2 weeks ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon 2 min read

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued warnings to telecom operators- telcos over slow internet and mobile network performance in certain areas, citing persistent service…

PTA Issues Licenses to Nine Local VPN Providers, Over 30,000 Users Registered

By Waleeja Khan ⏐ 2 weeks ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon 2 min read

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has initiated the licensing of Virtual Private Network (VPN) service providers under its Class License for the Provision of Data…

Jazz Sees Highest Complaints Among Telcos for December 2025

By Waleeja Khan ⏐ 2 weeks ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon 2 min read

Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) received a total of 5,655 complaints from telecom consumers in December 2025, highlighting ongoing issues in the sector, official data revealed.…

Pakistan’s Mobile Subscriber Base Crosses 200 Million, 4G Users Surge

By Waleeja Khan ⏐ 2 weeks ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon 2 min read

Pakistan’s mobile market continued its steady growth in December 2025, with the total cellular subscriber base surpassing 200 million, according to official data released by…

PTA Flags Several Broadband Operators for QoS Shortcomings, Orders Fixes

By Waleeja Khan ⏐ 3 weeks ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon 3 min read

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has directed multiple fixed broadband service providers to take immediate corrective action after failing to fully meet quality standards during…

Proton VPN Hit by Network Restrictions as Pakistan Expands Internet Controls

By Abdul Wasay ⏐ 4 weeks ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon 2 min read

As reported by TechJuice previously, the fears of many came true. Pakistan has begun enforcing blocks on unregistered virtual private network (VPN) services, with major…

PTA Confirms 15-Year Licensing Framework for Mobile Virtual Network Operator

By Waleeja Khan ⏐ 4 weeks ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon 2 min read

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), following approval from the Federal Cabinet, has formally notified the Policy Framework for Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Services in…

5G Spectrum Auction Update: Pakistan Sets New Timeline

By Muhammad Haaris ⏐ 3 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon 2 min read

Pakistan is moving forward with 5G rollout as the government announces a new auction timeline. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has set the first quarter of…

3G/4G Services Suspended in Islamabad and Rawalpindi

By Muhammad Haaris ⏐ 4 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon 2 min read

Ministry of Interior and Narcotics Control accorded approval to suspend 3G/4G services in the twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi for 10th October, 2025. The…

PTA Website Revamped: Improved Accessibility and Urdu Support

By Muhammad Haaris ⏐ 4 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon 2 min read

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…

Mercantile iPhone 16 Models Hit by Massive Software Glitches in Pakistan

By Abdul Wasay ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon 4 min read

Reports of a critical flaw in the newly launched Mercantile iPhone 16 series have left Pakistani consumers frustrated and helpless. Reports indicate that the warranty…

PTA Takes Action Against Online Gambling After Government Advisory

By Zohaib Shah ⏐ 6 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon 2 min read

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has blocked 184 betting and gambling websites and apps, as disclosed by the Cabinet Division. Under Section 37 of…

Wateen Telecom Must Pay Rs6.25 Billion to Retain LDI License: PTA

By Manik Aftab ⏐ 6 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon 2 min read

Wateen Telecom must pay Rs6.25 billion in outstanding dues to keep its Long Distance and International (LDI) License. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) announced the…

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