Pakistan

Internet not shut down in country: PTA

Published

3 years ago

Farwa

Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Wednesday clarified that there was no shut down of the internet in the country as reported by netizens.

PTA spokesperson Khurram Mehran said that one of the companies — Transworld Associate — which is a communications company in Pakistan has a slight degradation issue.

“There is a minor issue in the quality of its service. The issue is being checked and will be resolved soon,” said the spokesperson. According to the spokesperson, the issue is being faced in some parts of Karachi.

He said that the issue was being checked and the internet connectivity will get better soon.

Meanwhile, NetBlocks — a watchdog organisation that monitors network disruptions and shutdowns — said that the “real-time network data show internet disruptions across #Pakistan.”

⚠️ Confirmed: Real-time network data show internet disruptions across #Pakistan as ousted Prime Minister Imran Khan organizes mass rallies; metrics show impact to multiple providers in cities including Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad 📉#LongMarch

📰 Report: https://t.co/FVFwtxUzLp pic.twitter.com/0ScS8krmuy
— NetBlocks (@netblocks) May 25, 2022

It says that the “metrics show impact to multiple providers in cities including Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad.”

PTA spokesperson said the issue reported earlier in the services of one of the internet companies has been rectified. Internet traffic is normal now.

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Celebrations on March 23: A Limited-Scale Pakistan Day Parade

Published

6 days ago

Bilal

On March 23, a limited-scale, traditionally enthusiastic Pakistan Day Parade will take place on the grounds of President House.

Sources claim that because of the holy month of Ramadan, the decision was made to celebrate the day on a small scale. Nonetheless, Full Force will march in the parade with contingents from all three branches of the military.

The ceremony’s chief guest will be President Asif Ali Zardari.

In front of the President House, Pakistan Air Force fighter jets will fly past, and military personnel will salute the Chief Guest.

The ceremony is open to dignitaries, including foreign ambassadors.

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FIA Requests Data on 11 Individuals from PTA in Action Against Sugar Mafia

Published

7 days ago

Bilal

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has acknowledged the sugar mafia, prompting the federal investigation agency to request data on 11 individuals from the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority to initiate action against them.

Anti Corruption circle of FIA was activated in the wake of notice by prime minister for illegal purchase and sale of sugar which includes businessmen and mill owners.

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PTI and JUI (Sherani) decide to proceed by consensus.

Published

1 month ago

Farwa

Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (Sherani) and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) have agreed to proceed together.

Maulana Muhammad Khan Sherani, the leader of JUI (Sherani), met with Barrister Dr. Saif, the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Information Advisor.

The conference also included former senator Aslam Buledi and former federal minister Muhammad Ali Durrani.

The discussion focused on promoting reconciliation, political cooperation, and collective progress in the country. In addition, Barrister Dr. Saif read Fatiha and expressed sympathy for Maulana Sherani’s wife’s demise.

Barrister Saif recognized Maulana Sherani as a respected religious and political person, a senior member of parliament, and an expert in constitutional law during the meeting. He said that Maulana Sherani’s services are greatly valued by PTI founder Imran Khan and the party, and they hope he will play an active role in promoting trust, cooperation, and national reconciliation.

Maulana Sherani was invited to visit Khyber Pakhtunkhwa by Barrister Saif on behalf of KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur.

Maulana Muhammad Khan Sherani emphasized the importance of reconciliation in guiding the nation away from conflict and proposed that Muhammad Ali Durrani be instrumental in promoting this process.