ISLAMABAD — The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced a mobile registration service for Pakistanis living in the United Arab Emirates, with a visit scheduled to Ras Al Khaimah on Sunday, 15 February 2026. The service will operate from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Pakistan Centre, allowing citizens to apply for […]
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Pak-ID usage crosses 15,000 daily applications as citizens embrace digital services
ISLAMABAD — The use of Pakistan’s Pak-ID mobile application is steadily rising, with daily applications surpassing the 15,000 mark for the first time, authorities said on Monday. Read More: NADRA issues new instructions to get new CNICs The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) expressed appreciation for the growing public trust in the platform, which […]
PTA opens permits for virtual mobile operators
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA) has issued a policy framework enabling Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) to operate nationwide without owning spectrum The framework, approved by the federal cabinet, allows virtual operators to deliver mobile and next-generation services by leasing infrastructure from existing licensed Mobile Network Operators (MNOs). Read More: Pakistan approves MVNO framework […]
Nadra launches facial recognition-based biometric verification
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has launched a new facial recognition-based biometric verification facility, marking a significant step toward expanding digital identity services in Pakistan. According to a statement issued on Wednesday, the definition of biometric verification has been broadened through amendments to the National Identity Card laws. Under the updated framework, citizens […]
Russia considers banning WhatsApp over alleged crime links
MOSCOW – Russia is reportedly considering a ban on the popular messaging service WhatsApp, accusing the platform of failing to prevent and suppress criminal activity. The move is part of a broader push by Moscow to encourage Russians to adopt state-backed digital services. Read More: WhatsApp reintroduces ‘About’ status like Instagram Notes In August, authorities had […]
Pakistan sets sights on 5G in 2026
Pakistan is preparing to launch its first 5G services in 2026, with the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecom and the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) tasked by the prime minister to auction 5G spectrum by February. The PTA has warned that high taxes on telecom components—including 19.5 percent duties on imported parts—are driving up device […]