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PTA mobiles tax likely to decrease soon
Sci-Tech

PTA mobiles tax likely to decrease soon

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) is expected to decrease the mobile tax imposed on consumers. This move comes as part of the government's ongoing efforts to promote digital inclusion and enhance affordability for the masses. The current mobile tax structure has been a matter of concern for consumers and industry stakeholders alike. It imposes a substantial burden on mobile phone users. However, sources within the PTA indicate that discussions are underway to revise the tax rates. The aim is to create a more favorable environment for consumers while still ensuring sustainable revenue for the government. If the authorities implement the tax reduction, people expect it will lead to a significant decrease in the overall cost of mobile phones. This would make them more acce...
PTA bans Wikipedia over blasphemous content
Pakistan

PTA bans Wikipedia over blasphemous content

PTA bans information-based site Wikipedia over sacrilegious content. Despite the warning and notice, the site did not remove the content for 48 hours. Social media is protesting over the block. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has banned the popular online encyclopedia Wikipedia in the country for not “blocking/removing sacrilegious content” within the 48-hour deadline given to the website, a spokesperson confirmed on Saturday. Also See: Riko Diq would be life-Saving for Pakistan’s economy Wikipedia is a free, crowdsourced, editable online encyclopedia often used as a starting point by millions across the world for basic information. The PTA had on Wednesday bans Wikipedia services countrywide for not complying with the directives for the removal of controversial c...