Information and Technology Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja said on Tuesday that Pakistan’s long-awaited 5G spectrum auction is expected to be completed early next year, a move she said would significantly improve internet services across the country. Read More: Pakistan moves ahead with 5G auction despite legal hurdles She made the announcement while addressing a press conference in […]
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IMF pushes Pakistan to raise taxes on solar and internet services
The Government of Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) are discussing possible tax increases on solar panels and internet services. These proposed hikes are part of “emergency tax measures” tied to the IMF’s second review of Pakistan’s economic reform program. Sources say these steps are aimed at securing extra revenue if the government fails […]
Taliban shuts down internet across Afghanistan amid crackdown
The Taliban government has shut down internet services across Afghanistan. According to the cyber monitoring group NetBlocks, the country faces a near-total telecom blackout. Internet connectivity has dropped to just 14 percent of normal levels. This deliberate shutdown has disrupted communication for millions of Afghans. Mobile phone services have also been affected, making daily life […]
Submarine cable cuts disrupt internet services across Pakistan
Internet services in Pakistan faced disruption on Saturday after submarine cables suffered cuts near Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) confirmed the issue in an official statement, warning users about possible slowdowns. According to PTCL, the cuts reduced bandwidth capacity on two major systems — SMW4 and IMEWE. As a result, users […]