The Sindh High Court (SHC) has directed the federal government and the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) to restore access to social media platforms in Pakistan, including X, formerly known as Twitter. X has been inaccessible in the country for the past four days. The SHC bench, headed by Chief Justice Aqeel Ahmed Abbasi, issued the … Read more
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) is poised to upgrade its fixed broadband services by transitioning from traditional copper-based networks to modern Optical Fiber Cable (OFC) infrastructure. This move aims to enhance the security and speed of broadband services across the country. According to official sources, this transition will be enforced through new and renewed licenses, … Read more
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) is poised to revolutionize wireless connectivity by considering the allocation of the 6 GHz band for unlicensed use. This strategic move aims to usher in the era of advanced Wi-Fi 6E and anticipate the arrival of Wi-Fi 7 in Pakistan. Addressing Congestion Challenges Acknowledging the current congestion issues in existing … Read more
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has made a significant change to its procedures, extending the waiting period for obtaining a ‘New SIM Only’ from eight hours to seven days. The adjustment, outlined in the SOP titled ‘Increasing Buffer between New SIM Sale Sessions from 8 hours to 7 days,’ addresses misconceptions that arose after its … Read more
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) addressed some misconceptions circulating in the media regarding an amendment related to the buffer between new SIM sale sessions. Currently, there’s an 8-hour gap between successive biometric verifications from NADRA for SIM transactions, which is being extended to 7 days for new SIMs. This change aims to counter the tactics … Read more
In a joint effort with FIA Cyber Crime Circles, PTA Zonal Offices located in Sukkur and Lahore successfully conducted raids on two mobile phone company franchises in Kandhkot and Sharaqpur Sharif. The primary objective of these raids was to put a halt to the unauthorized issuance of SIM cards, a practice often associated with unlawful … Read more
Recent buzz on social media and in news circles hints that the Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA) may be gearing up for a crackdown on specific types of mobile phones. This includes JV iPhones, non-PTA, CPID, IMEI patched devices, and phones illegally approved through deceptive means to circumvent the PTA system. This potential move has sparked … Read more
In recent times, there’s been a huge problem cropping up in Pakistan – loads of mobile phones are being smuggled into the country. Guess where they’re coming from? Places like Dubai and other countries. Why Is This Happening? It seems like the main reason behind this sudden spike in phone smuggling is the crazy high … Read more
Learn how to create strong passwords, avoid unsecure Wi-Fi risks, manage sensitive information sharing, ensure phone safety during repairs or resales, and secure your cloud storage. Protect your digital identity with our comprehensive guide. PTA Tips To Protect Yourself From Data Leaks In today’s world, where our smartphones are akin to digital vaults holding a … Read more