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Pakistan has officially granted Starlink a temporary No Objection Certificate (NOC), allowing the satellite-based internet provider to operate in the country. This marks a significant step toward enhancing digital connectivity, as Starlink’s Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite technology promises faster and more accessible internet services. Government Approves Starlink’s Entry IT Minister Shaza Fatima stated that …
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Pakistan has launched its first dematerialised digital identity card, allowing citizens to store their ID cards on smartphones. This landmark development, introduced by the National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra), is set to modernize the country’s identity system and enhance security. . The event marked 25 years of Nadra’s achievements and showcased its journey towards …
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Pakistan is in discussions with Starlink to bring satellite-based internet to the country, aiming to enhance digital connectivity, especially in remote areas. Talks are progressing as authorities work on the regulatory framework required for the service’s official launch. PTA Engages with Starlink Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Chairman Major Gen (retd) Hafeezur Rehman confirmed ongoing discussions …
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The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has highlighted the poor quality of service (QoS) provided by mobile operators in Pakistan. The results of a QoS survey conducted in Q4 2024 reveal substandard performance in network coverage, broadband, voice, and SMS services. Key players like Zong and Jazz showed strength in specific areas, while Telenor consistently underperformed. …
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The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has announced a groundbreaking development to enhance international connectivity. Through the 2Africa Submarine Cable system, Pakistan is set to transform its telecommunications infrastructure, making strides toward a faster and more reliable internet connection. 2Africa: A Game-Changing Cable System The 2Africa Submarine Cable, one of the largest cable systems in the …
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Pakistan experienced a nationwide disruption of virtual private networks (VPNs) on Sunday evening. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) attributed the issue to a technical glitch. The disruption impacted a large number of users, particularly those relying on VPNs to bypass restrictions on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter). The PTA clarified that the outage …
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The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) submitted a comprehensive report to the Peshawar High Court. The report details the actions taken to combat obscene and blasphemous content on social media platforms, including TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram. Statistics on Explicit Content Since 2020, the PTA reported a staggering number of explicit videos uploaded to TikTok. In total, …
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The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) informed the Sindh High Court (SHC) on Thursday that social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, has been restored for users across the country. PTA’s lawyer, Ahsan Imam, announced that the authority has withdrawn its previous notification regarding the suspension of X services. This statement was submitted in response …
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The National Assembly has been informed that the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) is actively using the Web Monitoring System (WMS) to block online applications and websites. This system, which has sparked controversy, is part of PTA’s mandate under Section 37 of the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) 2016. The minister in charge of the …
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The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) announced on Wednesday that a malfunction in the SMW-4 submarine cable is the cause of the ongoing internet slowdown in the country. Repairs for the cable are expected to be completed by early October. This prolonged disruption has triggered widespread frustration among the public and the IT industry. Many critics …
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To maintain law and order during the Chehlum of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA), the Sindh government announced the suspension of cellular services in major cities, including Karachi, Hyderabad, Larkana, Sukkur, and Khairpur, on Monday. This measure is part of strict security protocols to ensure public safety during the religious observance. The Sindh Home Minister, Ziaul …
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Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA) has responded to significant criticism over recent internet disruptions, linking the issue to a “fault in the undersea submarine cable.” PTA Chairman Major General (retd) Hafeez-Ur-Rehman provided this explanation after receiving intense backlash from netizens and IT sector bodies. During a briefing to the National Assembly Standing Committee on IT, PTA …
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Every day thousands of mobile phones are stolen by thieves from innocent citizens of the country. Most of the time, owners of mobile phones just block their sims to their data and personal numbers from leaking. But now Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has decided to block mobile phones through the International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) …
Karachi: REDtone group today announced that REDtone Digital Services (RDS) has joined the Google Cloud Partner Advantage program to bring cloud technologies to Pakistan. This is a huge achievement for the business ecosystem of Pakistan. Through RDS, public and private sector organizations, SMEs and startups will have direct access to Google Cloud, Google Education and …
Islamabad: The cellular license renewal ceremony for Azad Jammu & Kashmir and Gilgit Baltistan was held today at PTA Headquarters, Islamabad. Three Cellular Mobile Operators i.e. Telenor Pakistan, PMCL (Jazz) and PTML (Ufone) have deposited payment (50% of the PTA determined license fee) amounting to PKR 3.19 Billion against their license renewal fee with PTA. …
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Pakistan Tea Association (PTA) meets Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) officials and suggests to amend and finish the anomaly on wealth tax on import of bulk packing tea in Pakistan. Bulk tea is a raw material, at import stage for all importers, 2 types of different tax distinguish for withholding tax at import stage that …
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PESHAWAR: The Peshawar High Court (PHC) has lifted the ban on the popular video streaming application TikTok on Thursday. A bench headed by Chief Justice Qaiser Rashid, according to the details, to ensure that immoral content is not uploaded to the app issued orders to the concerned authorities to put a ban. PHC’s top judge questioned …
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Pakistan once again blocked TikTok, citing inappropriate material on the short-form video app. This is the second time that the ByteDance Site has been banned in Pakistan, after a brief 10-day ban in October last year. In a statement Thursday evening, the Pakistan Telecom Authority reported that it was compliant with the order and had …
Karachi: Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) issues notices to Wikipedia and Google Inc. for disseminating “sacrilegious content’ as it has been receiving a plethora of complaints about the misleading information on these famous sources of information platform. Earlier, there were news and video messages making rounds on social media about the “Present Khalifa of Islam” since …
