Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA)
Audit Report Exposes Zong’s Spectrum Misuse Worth Rs53.5 Billion
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ISLAMABAD: M/s CM Pak (Zong) continued to use illegal temporary additional compensatory spectrum after the expiry of its 2G (GSM) license in October 2019 till…
Jazz Faces Scrutiny Over Rs 6.58 Billion Consumer Overcharging
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Pakistan’s largest telecom operator, Jazz, has been accused of overcharging its subscribers by Rs6.58 billion during the fiscal year 2023-24, according to a recent audit…
Telecom Firms Upgrade Networks in AJK and GB
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Cellular mobile operators have upgraded telecom infrastructure in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) and Gilgit-Baltistan (GB), bringing high-speed 4G broadband to the region. Despite challenging…
PTA Announces Free Calls for Flood-Hit Areas as Networks Recover
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The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has announced free calls in flood-hit areas in collaboration with Cellular Mobile Operators (CMOs), ensuring that residents can stay connected…
Mass Removal of Terror-Linked Social Media Accounts
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Pakistan has intensified its digital crackdown, blocking hundreds of social media accounts tied to proscribed organizations. Authorities have also flagged more than 850 accounts on…
Audit Report Uncovers Rs97 Billion in PTA Financial Irregularities
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A new audit report by the Auditor-General of Pakistan (AGP) for the fiscal year 2024-25 has highlighted serious concerns over financial management and accountability within…
PTA Finds Major Telecom Operators Failing QoS Standards in 2025 Survey
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The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) recently conducted an independent Quality of Service (QoS) survey across 19 cities in Q2 2025. This evaluation focused on the…
5G and LDI Licenses in Limbo as PTA Spectrum Renewal Issues Persist
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PTA spectrum and LDI renewal issues are facing significant delays as multiple frequency bands and licensing renewals remain tied up in legal proceedings. A total…
NITB & PTA Boost AI, Gaming, Telecom & Cybersecurity Sectors
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Pakistan is accelerating its digital transformation through strategic initiatives in AI, gaming, telecom, and cybersecurity. IGNITE’s procurement process for a Virtual Production Studio and the…
PTA Suspends Orion Track’s License Over Regulatory Non-Compliance
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The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has suspended the license of Orion Track (Private) Limited. This action was taken due to the company’s continuous failure to…
PTA Blocks Stolen Phones and Bans 55 Million Counterfeits in Crackdown
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The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has blocked 826,000 stolen mobile devices reported through its Device Identification Registration and Blocking System (DIRBS). In addition, 55 million…
PTA Takes Legal Action to Recover Rs. 80 Billion from LDI Operators
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The Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA) has initiated an enforcement action against Long Distance and International (LDI) operators. This case focuses on unpaid Access Promotion Contribution…
PTA Issues Emergency Advisory Amid Flood Crisis
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ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued an advisory for telecom operators to ensure the provision of uninterrupted telecom services and contingency plans given…
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