ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has introduced a new initiative to help overseas Pakistanis keep their mobile SIM cards active and prevent them from being blocked while abroad. The move is part of the authority’s commitment to providing uninterrupted telecom services to citizens living outside Pakistan. Read More: PTA ensures uninterrupted SIM services abroad Under […]
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Eight held for anti-judiciary campaign on social media, LHC told
LAHORE: The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) on Thursday informed the Lahore High Court (LHC) that eight individuals had been arrested for running a malicious campaign on social media targeting Chief Justice Aalia Neelum and other judges. Read More: Govt identifies 500 social media accounts ‘defaming’ judiciary NCCIA Director General Syed Khurram Ali appeared before […]
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 […]
PTA warns against sharing illegal content on social media
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has warned social media users against sharing or promoting illegal content online, stressing that misuse of digital platforms could invite legal action under existing cyber laws. Read More: PTA warns against illegal online content sharing In a statement issued on Tuesday, a PTA spokesperson urged internet users to exercise caution and responsibility while engaging […]
PTA warns SIM owners over liability for misuse
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) on Thursday warned mobile phone users to ensure that all SIM cards in their possession are registered in their own names, stressing that registered owners will be held responsible for any illegal use. Read More: PTA enforces mandatory SIM registration for users In a statement, the telecom regulator said that using SIMs registered […]
Pakistan, Uzbekistan agree to fast-track expanded PTA
During his official visit to Tashkent on 11 December 2025, Mr. Ihsaan Afzal, Coordinator to the Prime Minister of Pakistan on Commerce and Industry, held in-depth talks with H.E. Mr. Shohrukh Gulamov, Deputy Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade of the Republic of Uzbekistan. Both sides reaffirmed their firm commitment to elevate bilateral trade to […]
Lawmakers raise concerns over heavy taxes on imported mobile phones
ISLAMABAD — Heavy taxation on mobile phones brought from abroad became a major topic of discussion at a National Assembly Standing Committee on Finance meeting on Tuesday. Lawmakers expressed concerns over the financial burden on both overseas Pakistanis and citizens at home. Read More: New fiscal year brings heavy taxes, online business rules, and fuel levy […]
Pakistan to launch 5G spectrum auction by Feb 2026
Pakistan plans to auction its 5G spectrum by February 2026 to improve broadband quality and meet rising internet demand. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has been tasked with conducting the auction, which aims to address mounting complaints over slow speeds and poor coverage. Preparations for the auction are already underway, officials said. PTA Director General […]
PTA issues new guidelines for licensed VPN services in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has announced new guidelines for Virtual Private Network (VPN) services, allowing internet users to access secure and lawful VPN connections through licensed providers. This comes under the reinstated Class Value Added Services (CVAS-Data) licensing framework. Several companies, including Alpha 3 Cubic (Steer Lucid), Zettabyte (Crest VPN), Nexilium Tech (Kestrel […]
PTA warns citizens against fake online job scams and SIM fraud
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued a public warning against rising online job scams and SIM card frauds targeting unsuspecting citizens across the country. The authority cautioned that cybercriminals are exploiting social media platforms by posting fake job offers to steal personal data and money. According to the PTA, scammers pose as legitimate […]