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Over 15,800 Complaints Received by PTA Against Telecom Operators in November 2024
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) reported receiving a total of 15,861 consumer complaints against telecom operators in November 2024, with an impressive 99% of these…
Telecom Company Zong Ordered to Return Rs2 Billion to Pakistani Users
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has dismissed an appeal by CM Pak Limited, operating as Zong, challenging the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority’s (PTA) directive to…
PTA Raises Concern Over Low Female Presence in the IT Industry
The information technology (IT) industry and the digital landscape are experiencing significant growth, yet women in Pakistan remain “alarmingly low” in these fields. In a…
What is Hindering Pakistan’s 5G?
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has identified several obstacles hindering the country’s transition to 5G technology. Despite increasing broadband penetration, Pakistan’s shift to 5G faces…
No Conflict with Telecom Operators Over Rs 78.6 Billion Dues Says Minister
The Minister In-charge of the Cabinet Division has denied any ongoing dispute between the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and Long Distance & International (LDI) operators…
Starlink and Shanghai Spacecom Request Operating Licenses to Launch in Pakistan
In a significant development for Pakistan’s telecommunications sector, State Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, announced that two international entities, Elon Musk’s…
VPN Services to Be Localized Under PTA’s New Regime
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has introduced a new strategy to “register” VPNs, addressing the shortcomings of its previous efforts to ensure compliance. Virtual…
177 Telecom Licenses Issued by PTA in FY24
According to the most recent report, 177 telecom licenses were issued by the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) in fiscal year 2023-24. A wide range of…
Rs158 Billion Spent on Importing Mobile Phones to Pakistan in the Last Five Months
According to data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), Pakistan imported mobile phones worth $570.167 million during the first half of the current fiscal…
IT Minister Responds to Social Media Shutdown Concerns, Emphasizes Privacy and Security
Islamabad: During a National Assembly session on Wednesday, Minister for IT Shaza Fatima Khawaja addressed concerns raised by lawmakers about the ongoing internet disruptions and…
Over 1.4 Million Websites Blocked by PTA Under PECA
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA) has taken decisive action against illegal online activities by blocking over 1.4 million websites under the Prevention of Electronic…
PTA Reinstates Class Licenses for VPN and Data Services
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA) has reinstated the issuance of Class Licenses for Data Services, including Virtual Private Network (VPN) and associated services, within…
Government Targets 50/100 Mbps Broadband Speed, 60% FTTS Coverage by 2025
Islamabad: The government has set ambitious targets for the year 2025, aiming to achieve an average broadband speed of 50/100 Mbps and expand Fiber-To-The-Site (FTTS)…
