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The FIA team confiscated these devices as evidence. One person was arrested on the spot and an FIR has been registered by the agency. FIA is further investigating the case.<br \/>\nThis action was taken as a result of a complaint filed by PTA Zonal Office Lahore with the FIA, concerning the illegal activation of SIMs through the sales channel.<br \/>\nThe crackdown is part of PTA\u2019s ongoing efforts to curtail the illegal issuance of SIMs and underscores Authority\u2019s dedication to eradicating the menace.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ISLAMABAD The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Zonal Office in Lahore, in close collaboration with the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Cyber Crime Circle, Lahore conducted a successful raid against a telecom franchisee located at Kot Addu. This franchisee was found to be involved in the illegal issuance of SIMs said a news release. 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