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Telenor’s Possible Exit Sparks Debate on 5G and Mergers
The Senate Standing Committee on Information Technology has expressed deep concerns over the possible exit of Telenor Pakistan, warning that it could create serious challenges…
Parliament Questions Data Leak by Fraudulent Providers
The National Assembly of Pakistan has raised serious concerns about fraudulent third-party service providers allegedly working with mobile operators and leaking citizens’ personal and financial…
Fiber Link Loses License as PTA Acts on Consumer Grievances
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has cancelled Fiber Link’s license following numerous consumer complaints and repeated non-compliance with its directives. The PTA issued an enforcement…
Senate Panel to Review Jazz Audit Report, Spectrum Issues
The Senate Standing Committee on IT and Telecommunication will review the Jazz audit report on Tuesday, which claims the telecom operator overcharged mobile users by…
PTA Flood Relief Measures Announced for Punjab Residents
In response to the devastating floods across parts of Punjab, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and Cellular Mobile Operators (CMOs) have rolled out special flood…
Social Media Users in Pakistan Rise to 51.6 Million as Facebook Leads
A recent Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) data set provided to local media revealed that the number of social media users in Pakistan has reached 51.6…
Pakistan’s IT Exports Hit $3.8 Billion as Govt Pushes Digital Expansion
Pakistan’s digital economy is entering a decisive phase, with new investments, regulatory reforms, and training programs reshaping the technology landscape. The country’s IT exports have…
From Spectrum Shortage to 5G: Pakistan’s Telecom Sector at a Crossroads
Pakistan’s telecom sector faces a decisive moment. It remains one of the most spectrum-constrained in the region, having auctioned just 274 MHz of IMT spectrum,…
PTA Hints at Temu & Shein Ban in Pakistan After CCP’s Letter
Amid intensifying scrutiny of global e-commerce platforms, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) is reviewing a formal letter from the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP), which…
PTA Brings 98% of Telecom Sites Back Online Within 72 Hours After Karachi Rains
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has swiftly restored most telecom services disrupted by heavy rains in Karachi. Within just 72 hours, nearly all affected sites…
Ufone Faces Scrutiny in Senate Over Losses, Spectrum Shortage
During a meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on IT and Telecom, chaired by Senator Palwasha Khan, Ufone’s financial struggles came under scrutiny. Senator Humayun…
NCCIA Strengthens Coordination With PTA To Curb Illegal SIM Use
The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has strengthened its operational relations of operation with Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) in order to prevent the misuse…
PTA Mobile Sites Growth Reaches 57,800 New Sites Aid 5G Push
Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has reported that 17,800 new mobile sites have been installed over the past 10 years. There are 57,800 mobile sites in…
