The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) warned the public that unsecured public Wi-Fi networks can expose personal information, passwords and online accounts to cybercriminals. In its advisory, the agency
On October 19, a judicial magistrate rejected the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency’s (NCCIA) request to extend anchorperson Iqrar ul
A sessions court in Karachi’s District East on October 15 dismissed an application challenging and upheld a magistrate’s order granting
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) issued draft Radio Based Services (RBS) Licensing Regulations, 2026, proposing 10-year licence terms, online applications
The Senate Standing Committee on National Health Services on October 20 directed the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) to
The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) warned the public that unsecured public Wi-Fi networks can expose personal information, passwords and online accounts to cybercriminals. In its advisory, the agency said criminals may create fake Wi-Fi networks using names similar to those of well-known businesses or local shops to trick users into connecting. It urged people to verify network names
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the Peshawar Press Club (PPC) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on October 22 to strengthen media engagement on children’s education, health, nutrition, rights and protection. The agreement was signed at a ceremony by UNICEF Khyber Pakhtunkhwa head Radoslaw Rzehak and PPC President M. Riaz. Vice-President Ziaul Haq,
The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) Lahore arrested TikToker Muhammad Shahzaib, also known as Shahzaib Sialkoti, for allegedly harassing a female journalist through offensive social media videos. The suspect was arrested during a raid at City Housing Society in Sialkot following the journalist’s complaint. Officials seized two mobile phones. A technical examination reportedly found
Members of the National Assembly criticised the nationwide slowdown in internet services, questioning plans to introduce 5G technology while existing 4G networks remain unreliable in several areas. During the October 23 session, MNA Aseefa Bhutto Zardari highlighted 4G and 5G connectivity problems in Nawabshah, stressing the importance of reliable internet for businesses and society. Abdul
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi advised women to avoid sharing personal photographs with anyone, warning of the risks of cybercrime, online harassment and blackmail. He made the remarks during an open court session at the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) in Lahore on October 23. Naqvi said the agency was receiving the highest number of
Hyderabad Commissioner Fayyaz Hussain Abbasi and Jamshoro Deputy Commissioner Ghazanfar Ali Qadri visited senior journalist Ghulam Nabi Mughal, widely known as G.N. Mughal, at Liaquat University of Medical and Health Sciences (LUMHS) Hospital to inquire about his health on the directives of the Sindh chief minister. During the visit, Commissioner Abbasi, alongside Deputy Commissioner Qadri
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) proposed 12 amendments to its 2023 codes of conduct to regulate artificial intelligence (AI)-generated election content, prevent deceptive deepfakes and improve transparency in political campaigns and media coverage. The commission shared the draft amendments with stakeholders and invited feedback by November 20, citing its constitutional responsibility under Article 218(3)
On June 28, Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Kundi, extended his congratulations to Shahab-ud-Din on his recent election as President of the Provincial Assembly Press Gallery. The Governor also congratulated
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