Zong Expands 5G Footprint to 27 Locations in Islamabad as Rollout Gains Pace
ISLAMABAD Zong has expanded its 5G network to 27 key locations across Islamabad, marking steady progress toward wider next-generation connectivity in Pakistan. The newly activated sites span major commercial hubs, public institutions, and high-traffic zones, including business districts, shopping centres,…
“Unregulated Satellite Internet Flagged as Security Threat as Pakistan Reviews Starlink Entry”
ISLAMABAD, March 27: Pakistan has raised national security concerns over satellite internet services operating beyond government oversight, casting uncertainty over the entry of Starlink into the country. Officials familiar with the process said the company’s licensing is under heightened scrutiny,…
Pakistan Surges Ahead of India, Closes in on Singapore in 5G Race After Landmark Spectrum Auction: GSMA
ISLAMABAD Pakistan has moved ahead of India and edged closer to Singapore in the global 5G race following its recent spectrum auction, according to a report by the GSMA, signalling a major shift in the country’s telecommunications outlook. The multiband…
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…