The Government of Pakistan has officially issued a policy directive to initiate the long-awaited 5G spectrum auction, marking a major step toward the commercial rollout of next-generation mobile services in the country. The directive was issued by the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT) and forwarded to the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) for implementation….
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has formally urged the government to lower the heavy taxes imposed on mobile phones imported into the country. The authority highlighted that the current taxation system is not only burdensome for consumers but is also negatively affecting the telecom industry and digital inclusion across Pakistan. PTA Clarifies Its Role in…
In a major development, the federal government has directed the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) to suspend 3G and 4G services across Islamabad and Rawalpindi indefinitely. The decision was taken in response to security threats posed by a religious group’s protest march announced earlier this week. According to an official directive issued by the Ministry of…
X services restored Pakistan: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has officially confirmed that access to X (formerly known as Twitter) has been restored across Pakistan. This development follows several months of restricted access, which began in February 2024 after the general elections. The platform had been blocked over national security concerns and allegations of spreading…
PTA blocks unregistered VPNs: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has initiated a nationwide crackdown on unregistered Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). This move aims to mitigate security risks and protect sensitive data from unauthorized access. The decision has sparked significant discussion among internet users and cybersecurity experts. Background and Rationale The PTA’s decision to block unregistered…
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has unveiled the “Tariff for Cellular Mobile Telecommunication Services Regulations, 2024,” a comprehensive framework aimed at ensuring pricing flexibility, protecting consumer interests, and preventing the cross-subsidization of other telecommunication services. This move is set to bring significant changes to how tariffs are managed and regulated in Pakistan’s telecommunication sector. Non-SMP…
PTA plans to launch DIRBS in Azad Jammu Kashmir and Gilgit Baltistan on September 1, 2023, for device regulation. The aim of this system is to stop the use of smuggled and stolen phones in these regions.PTA has revealed its plan to introduce DIRBS in GB and AJK on September 1, 2023, and has finalized…
PTA Tax-Free Mobile Registration, promoting legal device ownership and simplifying the process. As of [date], mobile phone users can now register their devices without having to pay taxes for a period of 120 days. The move aims to boost the economy and incentivize mobile phone registration within the legal framework. The Importance of Registering Mobile…
In a significant move to combat the proliferation of illegal loan applications and protect consumers from fraudulent practices, the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT) has initiated a crackdown on such apps operating in the country. We have taken immediate action to block 43 apps in this category, ensuring the immediate safety of consumers….
