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Reports emerge of nationwide VPN access ‘restrictions, throttling’ “This will have an adverse impact on businesses, especially financial and tech-related industry.” Khilji said.

On: November 11, 2024

Tagged: ‘Restrictions throttling’, Multiple internet users, Pakistan VPN access, Telecom Authority

Reports emerge of nationwide VPN access ‘restrictions, throttling’. Media Report. ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) Multiple internet users in Pakistan reported on Sunday they were experiencing “restricted access” to virtual private networks (VPNs), alongside poor internet connectivity. VPNs are widely used around the world to access content that may beRead More →

Pakistan starts VPN registration amid slow Internet speeds The government has previously blamed a surge in the use of VPNs and damaged underwater cables for the slowdown

On: September 1, 2024

In: Breaking News

Tagged: Damaged underwater cables, Pakistan Slow Internet, Telecom Authority, VPN registration

Pakistan starts VPN registration amid slow Internet speeds Millions of Pakistanis have faced a mysterious months-long Internet slowdown that has drawn backlash from activists and business leaders The government has previously blamed a surge in the use of VPNs and damaged underwater cables for the slowdown in the South AsianRead More →

Pakistan seeks to block VPN workaround to ban on X Despite a 70 percent drop in platform’s use, users have resorted to VPN to sidestep the block

On: August 2, 2024

In: Breaking News

Tagged: 70 % drop in use, Ban on X, Pakistan block VPN, Telecom Authority

Pakistan seeks to block VPN workaround to ban on X Social media platform has been blocked since February due to security concerns Despite a 70 percent drop in platform’s use, users have resorted to VPN to sidestep the block ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) Pakistan is aiming to block theRead More →

Pakistan upgrades to next-gen Wi-Fi 6E technology Milestone makes Pakistan 10th country in Asia Pacific region to embrace 6GHz for Wi-Fi

On: May 18, 2024

In: Broadband / Internet

Tagged: Asia-Pacific region., Pakistan wireless connectivity, Telecom Authority, Wi-Fi 6E technology

ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) Pakistan has made a significant breakthrough in wireless connectivity by introducing Wi-Fi 6E, the next generation of Wi-Fi technology, in the 6 Gigahertz (GHz) spectrum band. This milestone makes Pakistan the 10th country in the Asia Pacific region to embrace 6GHz for Wi-Fi, joining anRead More →

Chairman PTA assures support to promote ICT sector PTA is working to provide customers with affordable and high quality services and ensure reasonable returns to investors

On: January 31, 2024

In: Commerce and Industry

Tagged: digital technology, Islamabad Chamber, Maj. Gen. (R) Hafeez ur Rehman, Mobile phone sector, Telecom Authority

Chairman PTA assures support to promote ICT sector ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) PTA is taking many collaborative efforts to promote ease of doing business and attract foreign investment. These collaborations would help address industry challenges and facilitate more favorable business environment. PTA would support the business community in promotingRead More →

No new operator has been awarded a mobile cellular license. PTA PTA said that it has been in active communication with PTML regarding their plans to launch ONIC.

On: August 13, 2023

In: Telecom

Tagged: ONIC., Pak. Telecom Mobile, Telecom Authority, Ufone brand

ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) said that no new operator has been awarded a mobile cellular license to offer mobile services in Pakistan. In a statement, the authority said that there is a misconception amongst the public and social media users regarding a new operatorRead More →

PTA Takes Action against Illegal Provisioning of Internet Services PTA, in coordination with FIA, successfully conducted raids in Daharki, District Ghotki and Johar Town, Lahore.

On: May 27, 2023

In: Telecom

Tagged: Internet services, PTA FIA, Raids in Daharki and Lahore, Telecom Authority

PTA Takes Action against Illegal Provisioning of Internet Services ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) continues its determined efforts to eliminate illegal provision of internet services. In this regard, PTA, in coordination with the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), successfully conducted raids in Daharki, District Ghotki and JoharRead More →

Major General (r) Hafeezur Rehman’s appointment as PTA Chairman approved The Federal government will appoint Major General Hafeezur Rehman (r) as the new Member Administration in the PTA

On: May 24, 2023

In: Telecom

Tagged: M. Gen. (r) Hafeezur Rehman’, Member Administration, PTA CHAIRMAN, Telecom Authority

Major General (r) Hafeezur Rehman’s appointment as PTA Chairman approved ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved the appointment of Major General Hafeezur Rehman as the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority chairman. The official notification about his appointment to the coveted role is yet to be issued, however,Read More →

PTA Takes Action against Illegal Provisioning of Internet Services During the two raids conducted in Lahore, equipment of illegal ISPs was confiscated.

On: May 18, 2023

In: Telecom

Tagged: Action against, Illegal ISPs confiscated., Internet services, Telecom Authority

ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) In its continuous efforts to eliminate the rampant proliferation of illegal internet service providers, Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) in coordination with the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), successfully conducted multiple raids. During the two raids conducted at Muslim Town and Multan Road in Lahore, equipment ofRead More →

CCP and PTA sign MoU to establish cooperation and collaboration There is an urgent requirement for regulators to collaborate in response to the economic crisis that Pakistan is facing. CCP Chairperson

On: March 3, 2023

In: Commerce and Industry

Tagged: Competition Commission, ICT technologies, Mr. Muhammad Naveed, Ms. Rahat Kaunain, Telecom Authority

CCP, PTA SIGN MOU TO ESTABLISH COOPERATION AND COLLABORATION ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) and Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish cooperation and collaboration in areas of mutual interest. The signing ceremony was held at theRead More →

PTA & NADRA Sign MoU for Collaboration on Areas of Mutual Interest. He expressed his optimistic outlook, anticipating positive outcomes for Pakistan as a result of this partnership.

On: March 2, 2023

In: Telecom

Tagged: ICT technologies, MoU for Collaboration, mutual interest, Nadra, Telecom Authority

PTA & NADRA Sign MoU for Collaboration on Areas of Mutual Interest ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at PTA Headquarters in Islamabad, which will have significant impact at the national level forRead More →

PTA Conducts QoS Survey in Punjab, Balochistan & Khyber Pakhtunkwa Some of the Voice Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) have also been found below the licensed threshold in few areas.

On: February 20, 2023

In: Telecom

Tagged: Balochistan, Key Performance Indicators, Khyber Pakhtunkwa, Punjab, QoS survey, Telecom Authority

ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) carried out independent Quality of Service (QoS) surveys in 22 cities of Punjab, Balochistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, as well as 13 motorways and highways across the country, to evaluate the performance and quality of services offered by Cellular Mobile Operators (CMOs)Read More →