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The recent raid is part of PTA\u2019s ongoing efforts to prevent the circumvention of the Multi-Finger Biometric Verification System (MBVS). This steadfast dedication underscores the Authority\u2019s resolve to combat the illicit issuance of SIM cards. DNA<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Zonal Office Sukhar, in close collaboration with the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Cyber Crime Circle, conducted a successful raid against a franchise involved in the illicit activation of SIMs at Ratodero, district Larkana. During the raid, 25 Active SIMs were discovered. 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