A massive internet outage hit Pakistani cities on Friday, severely disrupting social media and business operations while sparking widespread speculation.
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PTA Decides Not to Block VPNs
Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has addressed recent media reports concerning the alleged blocking of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).
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PTA Clarifies VPN Blocking, Introduces Whitelist Plan
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has addressed recent media reports about the alleged blocking of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).
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PTA to Block All Cloned and Duplicate Mobile Phones
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has announced it will block all cloned and duplicate mobile devices.
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PTA to Whitelist Select VPNs in Pakistan
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) is set to whitelist specific Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), limiting their availability in Pakistan.
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Internet Restored Across Pakistan After Major Disruption
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has announced the restoration of internet and broadband services across Pakistan following a widespread disruption.
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Pakistan Faces Nationwide Internet Disruption, PTA Reveals Cause
On Wednesday, Pakistan experienced significant internet disruptions, with reports of either complete shutdowns or noticeably slower speeds across various regions and ISPs.
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Pakistan’s Cellular Subscriber Base Grows to 192.53 Million
Islamabad, July 31, 2024 – Pakistan’s cellular subscriber base continues to expand, reaching 192.53 million by the end of June 2024, according to data released by the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA). This represents a slight increase from the 192.32 million subscribers recorded in May, underscoring the ongoing growth in the country’s telecom sector.
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PTA Cracks Down on Illegal SIM Issuance in Five Cities
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has executed a series of raids across five cities. The PTA’s zonal offices in Lahore, Faisalabad, and Peshawar led the operations against franchisees of major telecom providers, including Telenor, Jazz, Ufone, and CMPak.
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PTA Warns of Fake Smartphones in Market
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued an urgent advisory regarding a worrying increase in fake smartphones in the market.
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