ISLAMABAD: The National Cyber Emergency Response Team has issued a nationwide cyber alert, directing all relevant institutions to enhance digital monitoring and strictly enforce cybersecurity protocols in light of the prevailing situation. In its advisory, the government’s cyber response body stressed that heightened cyber vigilance is imperative to mitigate potentialContinue Reading
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued a public advisory urging citizens to exercise responsibility while using social media and digital platforms in view of the prevailing sensitive national situation. In its statement, the regulator advised the public to refrain from sharing, forwarding or uploading unverified, provocative or misleadingContinue Reading
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 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 IT and Telecommunication on Thursday debated reports regarding the alleged shutdown of a social media firewall, with the government firmly rejecting claims of any disruption or conflict with the upcoming 5G spectrum auction. During the meeting, committee member Sadiq Memon questioned whether anyContinue Reading