PTA to block thousands of SIMs – find out if yours is at risk!
The Government of Pakistan has decided to block all SIM cards that are registered under deceased individuals or are linked to expired or canceled identification cards. A TV channel reported that the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has decided to take action based on data obtained from the National Database and
PTA initiates SIM blockade on cancelled ID cards
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has initiated the process of blocking SIM cards issued on cancelled and fraudulent identity cards. According to a spokesperson, this action follows the August 16 deadline for implementing this regulatory change. The spokesperson noted that SIM cards associated with invalid or fake ID cards are
FBR imposes 90 pc tax on mobile recharge for non-filers
The FBR's action means non-filers will be heavily taxed on any balance top-ups, irrespective of SIM blockage.