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June 11, 2026 - Comments Off on Media Persons Apologise After NCCIA Summons Over Alleged Defamation of Punjab CS

Media Persons Apologise After NCCIA Summons Over Alleged Defamation of Punjab CS

Two journalists, Irshad Bhatti and Anwar Sumra, tendered unconditional apologies after being summoned by the NCCIA over a complaint filed by Punjab Chief Secretary Zahid Akhtar Zaman. The complaint alleged they had spread false claims on digital platforms that Rs225 million in public funds were spent on renovating his official residence's lawns. A third journalist, Salman Haider, could not appear due to travel. A TV channel bureau chief also apologised. The complaint cited reputational harm and damage to public confidence in a senior official.

June 11, 2026 - Comments Off on NCCIA Raids Illegal Call Centre in Karachi, Arrests Seven for Cyber Fraud

NCCIA Raids Illegal Call Centre in Karachi, Arrests Seven for Cyber Fraud

The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) raided an illegal call centre in Karachi's Gulistan-i-Jauhar neighbourhood and arrested seven suspects for defrauding individuals through hacking and unauthorised access to bank accounts and credit card information. The suspects, including Raheel Naurus, Leonard Edgar Dean, Joshua Harrison, and others, were found operating from Block-12. Seized evidence includes five CPUs, a laptop, nine mobile phones, two vehicles, and important documents. Cases have been registered under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) 2016 and the Pakistan Penal Code.

June 9, 2026 - Comments Off on Five Arrested for Online Harassment of Women in Lahore

Five Arrested for Online Harassment of Women in Lahore

The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) arrested five suspects for online harassment of women across Lahore, Kasur, and Faisalabad. Two suspects were held for distributing defamatory and obscene content about women on social media, one for sharing objectionable content on TikTok, and two others in Faisalabad for circulating a woman's photos on WhatsApp and blackmailing another with threats of public exposure. Mobile phones and digital evidence were recovered. Forensic analysis confirmed online harassment and threats. Investigations are ongoing.

May 19, 2026 - Comments Off on Sindh Police Expands Investigation into Digital Drug Networks

Sindh Police Expands Investigation into Digital Drug Networks

Sindh IG Javed Alam Odho confirmed multi-agency investigations, involving the FIA and NCCIA, into drug dealer Anmol alias Pinky. Authorities are probing financial records and the migration of narcotics trade to cyberspace. The IG emphasized that crimes are increasingly shifting online, necessitating collaboration between law enforcement and specialized cyber agencies to track digital money laundering and recruitment of youth. While the suspect faces 15 active cases, police maintain strict security protocols to prevent potential witness tampering. The investigation aims to dismantle supplier networks and secure evidence of illegal operations conducted via digital platforms across multiple jurisdictional domains.

May 11, 2026 - Comments Off on Pakistan summons Norwegian nationals for defamation  case

Pakistan summons Norwegian nationals for defamation  case

The National Cybercrime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) in Pakistan has summoned three Norwegian nationals in connection with an alleged online defamation campaign targeting businessman and Pakistani ambassador Umar Farooq Zahoor. The notices direct the three men to appear before investigations in Lahore and record their statements. Inquiries began after Zahoor filed a complaint in a Lahore court accusing the suspects, reporters for a Norwegian tabloid, of spreading defamatory allegations against him in collaboration with Indian media outlets. The publication falsely stated that Zahoor was being wanted by the Norwegian authorities.

April 21, 2026 - Comments Off on National Agency Busts Illegal International Scam Operation in Karachi

National Agency Busts Illegal International Scam Operation in Karachi

The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency raided an illegal call centre in Karachi, arresting three individuals for scamming foreigners. Operating near Sharah e Faisal, the suspects allegedly impersonated bank representatives and debt settlement agents to defraud victims abroad. Authorities seized spoofing software and devices containing sensitive financial data of foreign nationals. The arrests were made under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act as amended in 2025. Investigations are currently expanding to trace international money laundering, hundi/hawala operations, and other associates involved in the network. This enforcement action targets fraudulent activities utilizing sophisticated technology to exploit digital financial systems globally within Sindh.

March 2, 2026 - Comments Off on Journalist Sohrab Barkat given bail by IHC

Journalist Sohrab Barkat given bail by IHC

Bail for journalist Sohrab Barkat has been restored by the Islamabad High Court in the last remaining cybercrime case filed against him by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA).  After hearing Barkat’s petition challenging the cancellation of his bail, the IHC restored the bail, directing authorities to release him immediately. The case against the journalist stems from allegations of spreading misinformation about state institutions during an interview. 

February 10, 2026 - Comments Off on Suspected BLA propagandist remanded

Suspected BLA propagandist remanded

Zafar Iqbal has been given a three-day physical remand by a court in Islamabad after being arrested for allegedly promoting the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) on social media. Officials from the NCCIA requested the remand to recover and examine multiple social media accounts linked to him. Investigators claim that Iqbal has been spreading false propaganda against state institutions and was inciting and provoking the public through his online content. 

February 9, 2026 - Comments Off on Ducky Bhai indicted in gambling app case

Ducky Bhai indicted in gambling app case

Youtuber Saad ur Rehman, better known as Ducky Bhai, was formally indicted by a Lahore magistrate alongside his wife and others in connection with the alleged promotion of gambling and betting apps on social media. The case was registered by the NCCIA in June 2025 and has accused several influencers of using their platforms to advertise gambling apps for financial gain, which violates several provisions of PECA. The accused all pleaded not guilty.

February 1, 2026 - Comments Off on NCCIA launches AI tool to curb online child exploitation

NCCIA launches AI tool to curb online child exploitation

Pakistan has introduced a new AI-powered tool to strengthen its investigations on online child sexual exploitation and abuse. Called ‘Katalyst,’ the system was launched by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) to help identify, prioritise, and analyze online evidence linked to exploitation cases which have increased with the expansion of digital spaces. Officials at the NCCIA believe the technology will improve the speed and accuracy of detecting and solving urgent cases and help restore children’s safety.