PTA Plans 5G Spectrum Auction in AJK, Gilgit-Baltistan After Nationwide Rollout
ISLAMABAD Pakistan’s telecom regulator is preparing to expand next-generation connectivity to its northern regions, with plans underway to auction 5G spectrum in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) and Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) following the country’s initial rollout phase. According to sources within…
Pakistan Telecommunication Authority Oversees 5G Rollout as 2,254 Devices Go Live, Jazz and Zong Activate 300+ Sites
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s transition to next-generation connectivity has gained momentum, with over 2,200 devices now active on 5G networks following the recent licensing of services. According to industry sources, Jazz has activated around 177 5G sites, while Zong has deployed approximately…
Pakistan Telecommunication Authority Signals 5G Progress as Operators Activate Sites Across Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s telecom sector has begun rolling out early-stage 5G infrastructure, with key sites now operational in major areas of the federal capital following the issuance of next-generation licenses. Officials from the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority confirmed that 5G sites have…
JazzCash SpEidi supports Gen Z shift to digital Eidi, helping them cherish festive moments
As Eid celebrations continue across Pakistan, a growing number of young people from Generation Z, commonly known as Gen Z, are embracing digital methods to exchange traditional Eid gifts, reflecting a broader shift towards cashless transactions and technology-driven lifestyles. In…
PTA Cracks Down on Illegal SIM Network, Arrests Multiple Suspects in Punjab Raids
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…
5G Not Working on iPhones, Pixels, Samsung Devices in Pakistan Amid Certification Delays
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…
Pakistan Leading Global Digital Race, Says Maryam Nawaz as 5G Rollout Gains Momentum
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…