The National Information Technology Board (NITB) has rolled out the BEEP application on a pilot basis across three federal divisions — Cabinet, Planning, and IT — to provide secure communication for government employees. According to officials, accounts for employees and officers have been created on the platform, and usage hasContinue Reading
ISLAMABAD: The Chairman of the National Assembly Standing Committee on IT and Telecommunication, Amin-ul-Haque, on Thursday described the upcoming 5G rollout as a “gift” for the people of Pakistan, promising faster internet speeds and enhanced connectivity. Speaking to the media, he said efforts to launch 5G have been ongoing forContinue Reading
Supernet Limited, a subsidiary of Telecard Limited, has officially merged into Supernet Technologies Limited (STL) following approval from the Sindh High Court, the company announced. As a result of the merger, all assets, liabilities, and operations of Supernet Limited are now integrated into STL, which will continue to trade onContinue Reading
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly Standing Committee on IT and Telecommunication on Thursday saw heated debate over the Ministry of IT’s role in promoting IT exports, with committee member Dr. Zulfiqar sharply questioning the ministry’s performance. Dr. Zulfiqar criticised claims by the ministry about boosting IT exports, saying, “IT exports areContinue Reading
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly Standing Committee on Information Technology on Thursday took up reports regarding the alleged shutdown of a social media firewall, with the government firmly denying any such move and clarifying that the web monitoring system remains fully operational. During the meeting, committee member Sadiq Memon questioned whetherContinue Reading
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly Standing Committee on Information Technology on Thursday discussed the Electronic Transactions Amendment Bill 2026 but decided to defer it for further consultation. Officials from the Ministry of IT told the committee that additional discussion and stakeholder input were needed before moving forward. Acting on the ministry’sContinue Reading
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly Standing Committee on Information Technology on Wednesday was briefed by the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) on the imminent merger of two major telecom companies ahead of the upcoming 5G spectrum auction. PTA Chairman told the committee that the merger is expected to be completed before theContinue Reading