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Verify Mobile SIM Owner and Details Online in 2024

June 23, 2024 by Muhammad Zubair

With the rising instances of illegal activities using mobile SIM cards, it is essential for individuals to regularly verify the ownership of SIM cards registered under their name. This ensures that the SIM cards are valid and not being misused. SIM Ownership Verification for Pakistanis In Pakistan, all citizens can check the SIM owner’s name … Read more

PTA Conducts A Raid to Curb Illegal SIM Issuance in DG Khan

June 8, 2024 by Syed Shahbaz Hyder

PTA set to block THESE mobile phones: Complete details here

The PTA and FIA collaborated on a raid against an illegal SIM issuance operation in DG Khan. The raid resulted in the seizure of BVS devices, SIMs, and digital fingerprints. The PTA’s actions reflect its commitment to eliminating illegal SIM issuance in Pakistan. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Zonal Office in Lahore, in collaboration with … Read more

PTA Clarifies Rumors About Removal of Mobile Phones Taxes

May 28, 2024May 27, 2024 by Nimra Sohail

Pakistan has implemented various taxes and duties on the import and registration of mobile phones, leading to speculation about the potential removal of these PTA taxes. In response, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) provided an update regarding the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) taxes on mobile phones. The PTA clarified that, contrary to online reports, … Read more

FBR blocks 9,000 non-filers SIMs

May 22, 2024 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: More than 9,000 SIMs of non-filers have been blocked on the instructions of the Federal Bureau of Revenue (FBR).

FBR spokesman said a meeting was held with the telephone companies in which the FBR informed the mobile companies about the decision to ban SIMs.

The spokesperson said that the decision to block the mobile phone SIMs of non-filers is the decision of the Parliament, the government’s decision must be implemented in any case.

On the other hand, Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has distanced itself from the issue of blocking SIMs.

It should be noted that 3500 SIMs of non-filers were closed yesterday as well.

Spokesperson FBR had said that around 3500 SIMs were blocked by two telecom companies, but the SIMs of the citizens who file the return will be restored immediately.

The spokesperson of FBR had said that a telecom company has taken stay-order from the Islamabad High Court.

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PTA refuses FBR proposal to block non-filers SIMs

May 4, 2024 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has opposed Federal Board of Revenue’s proposal to block mobile SIMs of non-tax return filers.

The PTA has written to the FBR saying that it is not legally bound to implement the SIM blocking order and that SIM blocking is not compatible with our framework.

The PTA said in the letter that only 27 percent of women in Pakistan use sims drawn in their own names and the remaining women and children use sims in the names of male family members.

PTA wrote in the letter that banning SIMs will also affect e-commerce and transactions.

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PTA receives FBR letter for blockage of non-filers SIMs

May 2, 2024 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has said that it has received the Federal Board of Revenue’s letter regarding blocking the SIMs of those who do not submit income tax returns.

Officials of PTI said that FBR’s letter was received through email on Monday evening and they will review the letter and take a decision on it.

It should be remembered that the FBR had issued an income tax general order to block the mobile phones of more than 66,000 people.

According to FBR, the income of these persons is eligible to file income tax returns, but these persons are not filing despite being able to file income tax returns. These persons are not included in the FBR active taxpayer list, so they file income tax returns. Mobile phone connections of non-users can be terminated at any time.

Earlier, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has identified 666,671 tax defaulters.

FBR has issued an Income Tax General Order to ban the mobile phones of more than 0.6million people. FBR has identified more than 606,000 people for blocking their mobile phones.

The income of more than 506,000 people can file income tax returns, but these people are not filing income tax returns despite being able to file them

FBR said that these people are not included in the FBR Active Tax Payer list, and mobile phone connections of non-filers of income tax returns can be stopped at any time. FBR said that instructions have been issued to PTA to close the SIM of tax defaulters.

All telecom companies have also been instructed to block the mobile phone SIM of tax defaulters and telecom companies and PTAs have been required to submit the implementation report by May 15.

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PTA declares internet shutdown in Punjab, Balochistan amid By-Elections

April 21, 2024 by Muhammad Zubair

Here's how to check PTA approved status of smartphones online while buying

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has declared that mobile services will undergo a temporary shutdown in select districts of Punjab and Balochistan on April 21st and 22nd, coinciding with the upcoming by-elections. This directive, issued by the Ministry of Interior, aims to safeguard the integrity and security of the electoral process. Given that effective communication … Read more

2024 By-Elections: Counting of votes underway

April 21, 2024April 21, 2024 by Muzzammil Mehboob

ISLAMABAD: Polling for the 2024 by-elections in 21 constituencies, which includes 5 seats of National Assembly and 16 seats of Provincial Assembly, has largely peacefully completed and not counting has started in all constituencies. Earlier, The polling began 8 am and will continue till five in the evening without any break. A total of 239 … Read more

PTA Mobile Phone Registration in Pakistan: Check Latest Update!

April 20, 2024 by Syed Shahbaz Hyder

The DIRBS is a crucial mobile phone registration service in Pakistan. The PTA has announced a maintenance alert for DIRBS services until April 21. All overseas Pakistanis and foreign nationals must register their devices with DIRBS upon entry. The Device Identification Registration and Blocking System (DIRBS), a crucial mobile phone registration service in Pakistan, will … Read more

Islamabad High Court to Order PTA, Information Ministry to Unban X

March 6, 2024 by Syed Shahbaz Hyder

A petition challenging the X ban prompted the Islamabad High Court to send notices to the PTA and information ministry. Caretaker Minister Murtaza Solangi expressed concerns about social media misuse for inciting violence. IHC issued notices to the information ministry and PTA, delaying the hearing until next week. A petition contesting the ban on X … Read more

PTA cracks down on illegal SIM sales

February 29, 2024 by Muhammad Sher

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) took action against the people involved in the illegal sale of SIMs, action has been started against those who provide such SIMs to people. In this regard, raids were conducted by PTA Zonal Office Rawalpindi with the support of the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA). The PTA spokesperson further added that … Read more

How to Check the Number of SIMs Registered On Your CNIC

February 29, 2024 by Syed Shahbaz Hyder

Find Mobile SIM Owner’s Name and Details Online

PTA has a specific limit for SIMs issued under an individual’s name. Individuals can check SIM card counts linked to their CNIC through the PTA website or SMS service. To identify the family member registered to an older SIM card, follow a simple process. The Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA) permits a specific limit for SIMs … Read more

SHC orders PTA to restore social media site ‘X’

February 22, 2024 by Abid Khan

KARACHI: The Sindh High Court(SHC) has ordered the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) to restore the suspended social media site X across the country.

In the statement released by the court, it has been said that the X service should be restored without any interruption or shutdown.

The petitioner’s lawyer said that the Minister of Interior has stated that the directive to close X has not been issued. The Prime Minister, the Interior Minister, and the Minister of IT are using X by installing a VPN and telling the nation that X is not closed.

Chief Justice of Sindh High Court Aqeel Ahmed Abbasi inquired about who closed the sites and who ordered to keep them closed.

The petitioner’s lawyer said that only the PTA has the authority to shut down the X, to keep the service slow.

The petitioner’s lawyer added that journalists and those whose livelihoods are linked to X are facing serious difficulties. The millions of people associated with media and research are facing difficulties due to the closure of X.

Justice Aqeel Ahmad Abbasi asked how many days X service is closed. We have already ordered to open internet service in a petition.

The petitioner’s lawyer said that this application is different from the case. The day Commissioner Rawalpindi stated how we rigged X has been closed since that day.

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Smartphone Installment Policy Awaits Approval From Two More Ministries

February 16, 2024 by Syed Shahbaz Hyder

The Ministry of IT and Telecom is ready to progress its mobile phone installment policy. The policy prepares to seek approval from the Ministry of Law and the Ministry of Finance. The ministry is getting ready to present the policy for approval by the federal government. The Ministry of IT and Telecom is ready to … Read more

PTA Updates Guidelines for Issuing New SIM Cards

January 22, 2024 by Syed Shahbaz Hyder

The waiting period for buying new SIMs has been extended up to 7 days. The change applies to all mobile operators and retailers. Buying multiple SIMs in close succession gets harder. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has made substantial changes to its Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the sale and activation of mobile SIM cards … Read more

JIT forms to probe social media campaign against SC judges

January 16, 2024 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Interior has formed a six-member Joint Investigation Team (JIT) to prevent the misleading campaign on social media against Supreme Court judges.

According to the Home Ministry notification, the Additional Director General Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) ‘s Cyber Crime Wing will be the convener of the JIT. The representatives of Intelligence Bureau(IB), Inter-Services Intelligence(ISI), Deputy Inspector General(DIG) Islamabad Police, representative of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority(PTA) and any other co-opted member.

The notification states that the representative of IB and ISI included in the JIT will be a grade 20 officer.

The notification stated that JIT will identify the accused and bring them to book and give recommendations to prevent such incidents in the future.

The notification states that the JIT will trace out nefarious campaigners against Supreme Court judges and produce challans against the nefarious campaigners.

The JIT will submit a preliminary report to the Home Ministry within 15 days.

It should be noted that the lawyers’ organizations of the country have demanded action against those campaigning on social media against Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa.

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Is PTA cracking down on CPID Android and JV iPhones?

December 30, 2023 by Syed Shahbaz Hyder

PTA may crack down on non-PTA, patched, and illegally approved phones. PTA charges apply to all phones, but a grace period for registration exists. Illegal methods to bypass taxes are not recommended. According to social media and reputable news sources, there are indications that the Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA) is considering taking action against certain … Read more

Telegram Scam Alert: PTA Warns Citizens of Hackers

December 26, 2023 by Syed Shahbaz Hyder

The PTA issues a cybersecurity warning about the cybercriminal group “Neanderthals.” Neanderthals are clever: they scrape data, research markets, and evolve methods. Millions lost: scams linked to the Classiscam program with $64.5 million in profits. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued a thorough cybersecurity warning about a cybercriminal group going by the name “Neanderthals.” … Read more

SECP publishes its annual report for FY 2022–23

December 7, 2023December 6, 2023 by Muhammad Sher

ISLAMABAD, December 5: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has released its annual report for fiscal year 2022-23, which details its accomplishments and financial accounts. Chairman, Akif Saeed expressed satisfaction with the SECP’s focus on fostering capital formation, simplifying procedures, robust enforcement and facilitative measures aimed at ease of doing business in Pakistan. … Read more

PTA conducts raids against illegal Internet service providers

December 4, 2023October 2, 2023 by Syed Shahbaz Hyder

PTA raided Samundri, Khiderwala, and Mureedwala to tackle illegal ISPs. Two individuals were apprehended, and illegal ISP equipment was seized. PTA urged users to obtain telecom services exclusively from PTA-licensed operators. In partnership with the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), PTA effectively carried out three operations in Samundri, Khiderwala, and Mureedwala to crack down on illicit … Read more

Federal IT Ministry starts preparations for launch of 5G

September 23, 2023 by Abid Khan

Pakistan Set to Introduce 5G by August 2024

Federal IT Minister Dr Umar Saif issued instructions to PTA.
The 5G auction could fetch millions of dollars to government.
The spectrum auction is likely to take place after 10 month.

ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication has started preparations for the launch of 5G.

Sources say that Caretaker Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Dr. Umar Saif has issued instructions to Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and related officers regarding the issuance of 5G.

According to IT Ministry sources, the 5G auction could fetch millions of dollars to the government, while the spectrum auction is likely to take place after 10 months.

According to the sources, Pakistan’s mobile companies are currently using around 367 megahertz (MHz) of spectrum, while the spectrum available through reforming will be auctioned to more than 600 megahertz(MHz).

Sources say that the spectrum auction will also provide prompt redressal of network-related complaints of users.

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Apple iPhone 14 latest PTA Tax in Pakistan September 2023

September 21, 2023 by Syed Shahbaz Hyder

Apple iPhones are becoming increasingly popular around the world, especially among young people. Apple iPhones have become a fashion statement for people from all walks of life. The taxes applied vary based on the specific iPhone model and its specifications during import. Around the world, more and more people, particularly youth, are choosing iPhones over … Read more

How to Get Your Mobile Phone PTA Approved for Free

September 9, 2023 by Hamza Ali

PTA will not charge any service charges for the registration. There are 3 ways to get the mobile phone devices registered with PTA: online, via USSD code, or at the mobile phone operators’ offices. If you register your device at the mobile phone operators’ offices, you will have to pay Rs. 100 as service charges. … Read more

PTA Chairman Vows Unwavering Support for Cable Industry

September 7, 2023 by Aimen Siddiqui

The meeting focused on regulatory issues in Pakistan’s cable internet services. The PTA Chairman warmly received the delegation and listened to their concerns. PTA actively reviewing the CVAS License framework via stakeholder consultations. The meeting’s central agenda revolved around discussing regulatory issues and challenges concerning internet service provision by cable operators in Pakistan. The Chairman … Read more

PTA received nearly 13,000 complaints against telcos in July

August 28, 2023 by Syed Shahbaz Hyder

The PTA received 13,459 complaints from telecom consumers in July 2023. La majorité des complaints (12,826) étaient against cellular mobile operators (CMOs). The resolution rate for basic telephony was 79.71 percent and for ISPs was 89.28 percent. In July 2023, Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) received 13,459 complaints from telecom consumers regarding various telecom and cellular … Read more

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