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PTA Chairman: I can now reveal who banned ‘X’ and ordered Pakistani internet shutdowns.

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Major General (Rtd) Hafeezur Rehman, Chairman of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), made it clear that the federal government is the only entity with the authority to stop the social media site “X,” which was formerly known as Twitter.

Informal interviews with reporters revealed that “X” will reopen as soon as the government issued the order. The Sindh High Court is currently hearing the platform’s case because of the large number of complaints it has received in Pakistan.

In response to queries on internet outages, the Chairman pointed out that Pakistan saw only seven internet outages in 2023, compared to 116 in India. He made it clear that national security still comes first even though the PTA opposes internet shutdowns.

The Chairman further stated that although internet connections were only momentarily interrupted in some locations at specific times, mobile services were suspended in certain areas on Ashura, the 10th of Muharram.

Making similarities, he pointed out that Bangladesh similarly cut off cell service during elections, adding that each nation faces different security issues and that decisions are based on intelligence gatherings.

Additionally, he reaffirmed that Panjgur’s mobile data services are temporarily suspended because of persistent security concerns.

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The Moot at the CAYA Summit in Islamabad is centred on giving young people job opportunities.

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The Commonwealth Asia Youth Alliance Summit is still taking place in Islamabad, with youth ministers from more than twelve countries and foreign delegates in attendance.

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Protectors of the Highest Battlefield in the World: The Pakistan Army’s Valiant Position on Siachen Glacier

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Siachen, the highest battleground in the world, is a potent symbol of the bravery, sacrifices, and unwavering resolve of Pakistan Army soldiers who are always prepared to protect their country.

With unmatched tenacity and fortitude, they survive at elevations of 21,000 feet and temperatures as low as -40°C.

With courage and determination, the courageous men of the Pakistan Army spearhead every mission, from saving the lives of those suffering from oxygen shortages to rescuing wounded comrades in avalanche-prone locations.

There is no comparison to the sacrifices made by the Pakistan Army to defend the country’s boundaries.

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Mansehra Archaeological Site: 2800-Year-Old Artefacts Discovered Through Excavation

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Experts from Hazara University’s Archaeology department have found artefacts in Mansehra’s Kander Bedadi Village that date back about 2800 years.

Under Dr. Shakirullah’s guidance, the excavation process was completed.

The site has yielded historical and cultural artefacts from the Indo-Greek to the British Colonial Period, covering five generations.

A unique look into the region’s multi-layered history, encompassing the Indo-Greek, Parthian, Kushan, Hindu Imperial, early Islamic, and British eras, is offered by the finds.

Iron tools, clay figures, human and animal sculptures, copper coins, and pearls are among the artefacts that were unearthed.

Funded by the Higher Education Commission and the British Council, the project intends to increase awareness of the value of international collaborations in promoting archaeological research, conserving artefacts, and learning more about the site’s historical significance.

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