Senate IT Committee Clears Telecom Bill After Debate Over Fiber Networks, Towers and Property Rights
ISLAMABAD The Senate Standing Committee on Information Technology and Telecommunication discussed key provisions of the Pakistan Telecommunication (Re-Organization) Amendment Bill 2026 on Thursday, with lawmakers debating its implications for fiber infrastructure, telecom equipment deployment, and property rights. During the meeting,…
Senate Reviews Telecom Reform Bill as Govt Targets 60% Fiberisation and Faster Digital Connectivity
ISLAMABAD The Senate Standing Committee on Information Technology and Telecommunication on Thursday reviewed the Pakistan Telecommunication (Re-Organization) Amendment Bill 2026, as the government moved to accelerate fiber-optic infrastructure development and remove barriers to nationwide digital connectivity. The meeting, chaired by…
OnePlus Nord 6 Launch Confirmed for June 30, Pakistan Release Likely to Follow
OnePlus has officially confirmed that its next-generation smartphone, the OnePlus Nord 6, will debut on June 30, with industry observers expecting the device to arrive in Pakistan shortly after its global launch. The Nord series has become one of OnePlus’…
Mobile Internet to Be Suspended in Selected Areas on 9th and 10th Muharram Amid Tight Security Measures
ISLAMABAD Authorities have decided to temporarily suspend mobile internet services in selected cities and sensitive areas during the 9th and 10th of Muharram as part of heightened security measures for Ashura processions and gatherings across Pakistan. The temporary shutdowns are…
Vivo X Fold6 Reveals Premium Display and Camera Upgrades Ahead of Launch
ISLAMABAD Vivo has officially unveiled key details of its upcoming flagship foldable smartphone, the Vivo X Fold6, highlighting major upgrades in display technology, camera performance, and multitasking capabilities ahead of its anticipated launch later this month. The company says the…
AJK Internet Blackout Enters Eighth Day, Disrupting Students, Freelancers and Businesses
An internet shutdown in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) has entered its eighth consecutive day, severely affecting students, freelancers, businesses, and remote workers who rely on uninterrupted connectivity for education and income generation. The prolonged disruption has sparked growing concern…
Senate Panel Approves 5% Withholding Tax on Social Media Earnings
ISLAMABAD The Senate Standing Committee on Finance has approved a proposal to impose a 5 percent withholding tax on income earned through social media platforms, marking a significant move to bring Pakistan’s growing digital creator economy into the tax net….