HEC Approves Modern Cybersecurity Curriculum, Nationwide Rollout from 2026

ISLAMABAD The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has approved a new, industry-aligned cybersecurity curriculum in a major step to strengthen Pakistan’s digital workforce. The updated syllabus will be implemented across universities nationwide from 2026, covering BS, MS and associate degree programmes. Designed in line with evolving industry needs, the curriculum includesContinue Reading

Pakistan Awards 5G Spectrum Licences to Three Operators, PM Hails ‘Transformational Step’

ISLAMABAD Pakistan has awarded 5G spectrum licences to three telecom operators, marking a major milestone in the country’s digital transformation drive. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, addressing the ceremony, praised the successful auction of the 5G spectrum, calling it a “remarkable step” in today’s era of rapid technological advancement. He saidContinue Reading

PTA Urges Users to Activate Free Balance Save Service to Avoid Unexpected Data Charges

ISLAMABAD The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued a public advisory urging mobile users to activate the free Balance Save service to prevent unintended balance deductions caused by continued internet usage after data bundles expire. The regulator warned that once bundles are exhausted, mobile data may continue at higher Pay-As-You-GoContinue Reading

Pakistan NCERT Alert: iPhone Users Told to Avoid Suspicious Links, Unverified Apps

ISLAMABAD Pakistan’s National Cyber Emergency Response Team has issued a fresh advisory for iPhone users, outlining essential “dos and don’ts” to safeguard personal data and device security amid rising cyber threats. The advisory strongly recommends users keep their iPhones updated with the latest iOS versions, warning against the continued useContinue Reading