Senate Panel Reviews 5G Auction Plans as PTA Confirms $45m Pre-Bid Deposits

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ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on IT and Telecommunication, chaired by Amin-ul-Haque, on Wednesday reviewed preparations for Pakistan’s upcoming 5G spectrum auction, with the telecom regulator confirming that all three major operators have deposited mandatory pre-bid guarantees. Opening the session, the committee chairman directed the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) toContinue Reading

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

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The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) on Wednesday launched a WhatsApp-based “PTA Digital Assistant” aimed at facilitating telecom consumers through quick access to regulatory guidance and complaint procedures. The digital service, accessible via WhatsApp at 03150055055, provides menu-driven options to help users obtain information about telecom services, consumer rights and complaintContinue Reading

Rainwater Harvesting Project in Murree

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Communities in Murree and Kotli Sattiyan have seen improved awareness and practical adoption of water conservation practices following the completion of Phase I of a year-long Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) and rooftop rainwater harvesting education initiative. The project Community Mobilisation and WASH Education under Rooftop Rainwater Harvesting in MurreeContinue Reading

Ministry Seeks Rs10 Billion to Power 38 Science and Technology Projects Nationwide

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ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Science and Technology has proposed an allocation of Rs10 billion to fund 38 development projects aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s research and innovation landscape, official sources said on Tuesday. The proposed funding, submitted for consideration in the upcoming federal budget, targets initiatives spanning emerging technologies, industrial research,Continue Reading

Ufone, Zong Deposit $30m as 5G Auction Set for March 10

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Two leading telecom operators, Ufone and Zong, have deposited $15 million each as mandatory pre-bid earnest money with the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) ahead of the country’s much-anticipated 5G spectrum auction scheduled for March 10, industry sources said. The combined $30 million deposit comes ahead of the February 27 deadlineContinue Reading