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PTA Temporarily Blocks Mobile Internet Access Across Balochistan
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has temporarily banned mobile internet access in parts of Balochistan. “The general public is hereby informed that, under the directives…
Unregistered VPNs Blocked by PTA Despite Deadline Extension
Many Pakistani Internet users reported problems in accessing virtual private networks (VPNs) and noted poor Internet connectivity because the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) started blocking…
Illegal SIM Card Trade Exposed in PTA and FIA Raids Across Islamabad and KPK
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), in collaboration with the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Cyber Crime Wing, has successfully raided illegal SIM card sellers in Islamabad…
PTA Conducts QoS Surveys to Evaluate Fixed-Line Broadband in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has conducted Quality of Service (QoS) surveys for fixed-line broadband services in 36 major Pakistani cities, including Azad Jammu…
New VPN Registration Portal Launched by PTA
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) launched a new registration portal for virtual private networks (VPNs) on Tuesday with the objective of assuring a secure…
PTA Attributes VPN Disruption to Technical Glitch, Urges Registration
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has confirmed that disruption of virtual private networks (VPNs) was caused by a technical glitch. In response, the PTA has…
PTA Issues Urgent Cybersecurity Alert on Critical Oracle WebLogic Server Vulnerability
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued a critical cybersecurity advisory regarding a vulnerability in Oracle WebLogic Server, which is being actively exploited by cyber…
‘Technical Glitch’ Causes VPN Service Disruption in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: According to industry sources, a “system issue” disrupted internet users’ access to virtual private networks (VPNs) across Pakistan on Sunday Over the weekend, many…
PTA Declares No Responsibility for Security of Electronic Devices
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has clarified that it is not responsible for the security of electronic devices such as pagers, emphasizing that the identification…
Revoking LDI Licenses Could Impact ATM and Internet Access
The Chairman of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) informed the Senate Standing Committee on IT and Telecom about the unpaid debts incurred by Long-Distance International…
PTA Cautions Public on Illegal and Unlicensed Forex Trading Platforms
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued a stern advisory, warning citizens against investing in unauthorized foreign Forex trading platforms. Highlighting platforms such as Exness,…
PTA Announces Full Restoration of Internet Services in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: According to the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), internet services have been fully restored across Pakistan after months of slow connectivity due to the maintenance…
Telecom Providers Add 43 Sites to Improve Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Connectivity
In a written response to the National Assembly, the Ministry of IT and Telecom reported that telecom companies expanded their service coverage in the past…
