The federal government has unveiled a far-reaching overhaul of Pakistan’s telecom laws, aiming to accelerate the rollout of high-speed internet and mobile networks while tightening oversight of key sector regulators and state-run institutions. Under the proposed Pakistan Telecommunication (Re-organization) (Amendment) Act, 2026, authorities plan to cut red tape for telecomContinue Reading
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) on Tuesday reiterated that responsible use of social media is a shared national responsibility, warning citizens against spreading illegal, hateful, defamatory or false content online. In a press release, the telecom regulator stressed that misuse of digital platforms can damage the reputation of state institutions,Continue Reading
Islamabad Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued a public advisory warning mobile users that SIMs found inactive or registered through irregular means may be blocked, as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen digital security and curb misuse of telecom services. In an awareness message circulated nationwide, PTA highlighted thatContinue Reading
Islamabad: Pakistan’s National Cyber Emergency Response Team (National CERT) has entered into a strategic partnership with the Institute of Regional Studies (IRS), marking a significant step toward strengthening the country’s cybersecurity framework and advancing the vision of Digital Pakistan. The collaboration was formalised through the signing of a Memorandum ofContinue Reading
Islamabad: A majority of smartphones currently in use across Pakistan are now compatible with fifth-generation mobile networks, clearing a major hurdle ahead of the country’s long-awaited 5G spectrum auction, officials at the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) said. According to PTA sources, nearly 80% of mobile handsets in Pakistan support theContinue Reading
Islamabad: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has formally submitted an application to the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) seeking approval to merge Telenor Pakistan and Ufone, marking a major step toward consolidation in the country’s telecom sector, official sources said on Monday. The application follows PTCL Group’s recent acquisition of TelenorContinue Reading
Dubai: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has arrived in Dubai on an official visit aimed at breaking a long-running financial deadlock with the United Arab Emirates’ telecom giant Etisalat, involving nearly $800 million linked to the privatisation of Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL). According to Pakistan’s MinistryContinue Reading