Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited has announced that internet users across the country may experience slower connectivity due to scheduled maintenance work on an international submarine cable system. The maintenance activity is planned to repair a fault in coordination with an international cable consortium. Moreover, the company warned that service quality may […]
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Bugti voices concern over delay in People’s Train project funds
QUETTA – Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti on Thursday expressed dissatisfaction over delays in the release of federal funds for the People’s Train Service project and directed authorities to ensure the scheme is completed on a priority basis. Read More: Delay in funds for People’s Train Service project peeves CM Bugti Chairing a meeting to review the progress of ongoing development […]
PTA ensures uninterrupted SIM services abroad
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) announced that Pakistani SIMs will no longer be blocked during overseas travel. Expats can now retain full ownership of their SIMs, even during extended stays abroad. This decision aims to ensure uninterrupted mobile services for Pakistanis living or working outside the country. Previously, Pakistani SIMs were often deactivated after prolonged […]
USF approves Rs13bn projects for rural connectivity
The Universal Service Fund (USF) approved nine new telecom projects on Wednesday, valued at Rs13.05 billion. The projects aim to provide high-speed internet and voice services to 5.55 million unserved and underserved residents across 11 districts. The initiative will cover 178 Towns/Union Councils and 753 Mauzas, empowering rural communities to access digital services. The USF […]