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September 11, 2025 - Comments Off on Interfaith Body Set Up to Tackle Hate Speech

Interfaith Body Set Up to Tackle Hate Speech

The government has formed the National Paigham-i-Aman Committee (NPAC), an interfaith body tasked with countering extremism, terrorism, and hate speech in the country. The committee, which includes clerics, religious leaders, and senior officials, will draft a unified national narrative to promote peace and religious moderation. According to a notification, the panel will specifically address the spread of extremist narratives through media and cyber networks. This initiative is an extension of the 2018 Paigham-i-Pakistan initiative, and aims to centralize national efforts and implement practical steps to stop divisive forces in society and encourage a more inclusive and strategic approach to peacebuilding.

September 10, 2025 - Comments Off on Pakistan Forms Committee to Counter Extremism

Pakistan Forms Committee to Counter Extremism

Pakistan has formed a 'National Committee on Narrative Building' to combat terrorism and extremism by creating a cohesive national narrative. This 20-member body, led by the Information Minister, will include representatives from the Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA), Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), and Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). The committee's primary objective is to use media and cyber networks to counter extremist propaganda, as outlined in the revised National Action Plan.

 

 

September 10, 2025 - Comments Off on Senate Panel Rules Many PECA Cases Illegal

Senate Panel Rules Many PECA Cases Illegal

A Senate Standing Committee, chaired by Senator Syed Ali Zafar, has ruled that 378 cases registered under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) by provincial authorities are illegal and must be withdrawn immediately. The committee emphasized that PECA should not be used as a tool for censorship against journalists or the public. According to a report from the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA), 1,214 cases have been registered nationwide, with ten against journalists.

 

 

September 10, 2025 - Comments Off on PTA Denies Breaches in Licensed Sector

PTA Denies Breaches in Licensed Sector

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has denied that the recent SIM data leak originated from its licensed telecom sector. The authority stated that it does not hold or manage subscribers' data, which remains with telecom operators. The PTA's initial review suggests that the leaked datasets were likely compiled from multiple external sources, as they include family details, vehicle registrations, and travel records. The statement comes after the interior ministry formed an inquiry committee to investigate the data leak. The PTA referenced a recent cybersecurity audit, which found no breaches within its licensed sector, and highlighted the ongoing challenge of combating cybercrime.

September 9, 2025 - Comments Off on Maria B Submits Defense to NCCIA in Defamation Case

Maria B Submits Defense to NCCIA in Defamation Case

Fashion designer Maria B has submitted her defense to the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) in a complaint regarding her anti-transgender rhetoric on social media. The complaint, filed by Saima Butt, accuses the designer of defaming the transgender community. In her response, submitted by her lawyer, Maria B claimed she was exercising her constitutional right to free speech. Her defense argued that her posts were "reasonable opinions on matters of public concern" and not defamatory because the individuals in her videos were masked and unidentifiable. The submission also called the complaint "malicious." This incident follows a separate case where police arrested transgender individuals based on her social media posts, a case that was later dismissed by a magistrate.

September 8, 2025 - Comments Off on Sensitive Data of Thousands of Pakistanis Put on Sale Online

Sensitive Data of Thousands of Pakistanis Put on Sale Online

Sensitive data belonging to thousands of Pakistanis, including federal ministers and senior officials, has reportedly been put up for sale online. The leaked information includes personal details like addresses, call logs, CNIC copies, and travel history, and is being offered on various platforms for a low price. In response, the Interior Minister has ordered the National Cyber Crimes Investigation Agency (NCCIA) to form a special investigation team to probe the data breach.

September 8, 2025 - Comments Off on KP Launches Community-Based Disease Surveillance System

KP Launches Community-Based Disease Surveillance System

The Health Department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has launched a new community-based surveillance (CBS) system to improve the early detection and response to communicable diseases. The system will be piloted in 20 union councils in the Mardan district and aims to ensure timely identification, reporting, and response to disease outbreaks at the local level. Under the new framework, Lady Health Workers (LHWs) and community workers will report emerging health issues to health officials, who will then relay the data to provincial and national authorities.

September 8, 2025 - Comments Off on TikToker Booked for Spreading Fake News About Floods

TikToker Booked for Spreading Fake News About Floods

Police in Jhelum have registered a case against a TikToker under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) for uploading a fake video that showed water spilling from the Mangla Dam. The video caused widespread panic and fear, falsely suggesting that hundreds of villages were submerged. The FIR, filed on the complaint of a police sub-inspector, accuses the TikToker of spreading disinformation and creating public anxiety.

September 8, 2025 - Comments Off on Digital Milad Trend Spreading in Capital

Digital Milad Trend Spreading in Capital

A growing trend of "digital milad" has emerged in the capital, where residents are using online platforms to commemorate the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). According to reports, people are hosting online mahafil-i-milad, streaming live naat sessions, and attending digital Seerat conferences on platforms like Zoom, Facebook Live, and WhatsApp. This trend is a modern extension of traditional religious observance, allowing families from different cities and even countries to participate in collective recitations and prayers.

September 8, 2025 - Comments Off on Interior Minister Forms Body to Probe SIMs Data Leak

Interior Minister Forms Body to Probe SIMs Data Leak

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has taken notice of a massive data leak involving thousands of Pakistanis' mobile phone SIM data and has formed a special team to investigate. The leaked data, which includes information on federal ministers and senior officials, was reportedly available for sale online. The National Cyber Crimes Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has been tasked with forming a special investigation team to look into the matter and submit a report within 14 days.