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On Friday, internet services remained disrupted across Pakistan reports of slow speeds and an inability to use all features of messaging apps like WhatsApp. The same issues continue to persist today (Saturday) with many who are affected by it are complaining on Social media platforms. One person asked when the services will be fully functional again? “When will the internet issue be fixed? I’m really frustrated right now. I run an online business and we spend $ thousands daily on advertising. Due to these internet and social media problems, we’re losing sales and business. Why is it so hard to survive in Pakistan?” she wrote on Facebook group called ‘Voice of Customer’. Prominent lawyer and internet activist Nighat Dad posted on X (formerly Twitter) regarding the issue. Ironically, X is banned in Pakistan and only accessible with a VPN. Another user posted data from Downdetector, a free online service that provides user reports and problem indicators from around the web, showing how Whatsapp, Instagram, Facebook and PTCL were all affected with outages. The root cause of the internet outage affecting multiple cities, regions, and ISPs remains undetermined. No official govt position or explanation has been provide so far. Article Source: Pakistan Today Islamabad: Internet services went down and caused serious trouble to the users across Pakistan on Friday. The latest reports suggested that a major disruption has affected key platforms, causing significant slowdowns in messaging applications like WhatsApp, along with other social media apps. This issue has led to frustration and inconvenience for millions of users who depend on these services for communication, business, and daily activities. The disruption, which has impacted several major cities, has made it particularly difficult for users to send and receive messages on WhatsApp, one of the most popular messaging platforms in Pakistan. Many users have reported being unable to download messages or media files, further adding to their frustration. In addition to WhatsApp, other social media platforms have also been affected, with users experiencing slow loading times, difficulty uploading content, and overall sluggish performance. This disruption has had a ripple effect, especially in urban areas where connectivity is essential for both personal and professional activities. The inability to access reliable internet services has led to numerous complaints, with users expressing their concerns on various online forums and social media platforms. Many have turned to Twitter and Facebook to voice their frustration, urging authorities to take swift action to resolve the issue. The exact cause of the widespread internet disruption remains unclear, and there has been no official statement from telecommunications authorities or internet service providers regarding the problem. Users are eagerly awaiting updates, hoping for a prompt resolution to restore normal service and alleviate the ongoing inconvenience. The situation underscores the critical importance of internet services in modern life, particularly in a country where digital communication is essential for connecting people across vast distances. As the outage continues, the public remains anxious for a return to normalcy, with concerns that prolonged disruption could have significant impacts on both personal and professional fronts.

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Internet services across Pakistan face disruption and no one knows why

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