Islamabad The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), through its Zonal Office Lahore, in close collaboration with NCCIA Lahore and Gujranwala, has conducted a series of successful enforcement actions against franchisees and individuals involved in the illegal issuance and activation of SIMs through biometric verification systems. These raids were carried out inContinue Reading
ISLAMABAD The rollout of 5G services in Pakistan has left many smartphone users unable to access the next-generation network, with devices from Apple, Google, and Samsung currently facing compatibility issues. User reports and industry insights suggest the problem is not due to hardware limitations but stems from software restrictions andContinue Reading
LAHORE The Punjab government has moved to expand citizen facilitation under its Digital Punjab initiative by placing 252 public services from 18 departments online through the e-Biz portal. Officials said the government plans to add a further 48 services to the platform by April 15, continuing efforts to streamline serviceContinue Reading
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
LAHORE Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has said Pakistan is taking the lead in the fast-paced global race of digital technology, crediting recent advancements in connectivity and innovation. Welcoming the issuance of 5G spectrum licences, she congratulated Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and his team, calling it a significant stepContinue Reading
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
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