The Sukkun police arrested the officer, identified as Station Investigation Officer (SIO) Abrar Shah, who was stationed at the Ibrahim Haidari police station. A case has been filed against Abrar Shah on behalf of duty officer Yaqoob of the Sukkun police station for violating the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act 2016 (PECA). The complaint alleges […]
As per details, Azam Nazir Tarar said the ministries of interior and information are currently holding talks with the stakeholders over reservations on PECA law. The minister said PECA law can be moved for further amendments before the Parliament after consensus. The journalist community is protesting against the PECA law and terming it ‘controversial’ and […]
The hearing was presided over by SHC CJ, Justice Shafi Siddiqui. During the hearing, the court questioned the petitioner’s counsel, asking, “What is wrong with this PECA law?” The bench further inquired, “Should there be no punishment for spreading false news?” Chief Justice SHC Shafi Siddiqui remarked that not all decisions are made in courts; […]
As per details, the petitioner said in his plea that the PECA bill which deprives people of freedom of speech was approved without any consultation with the stakeholders and unions of journalists The petition stated that the bill would result in severe punishment, including three years imprisonment and a fine. The court is urged to […]
The bill was moved in the upper House of the Parliament after the Senate Standing Committee on Interior Monday approved the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) Amendment Bill, despite strong opposition from journalist organizations. Minister for Industries and Production Rana Tanveer Hussain moved the bill on behalf of Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi. In his […]
The National Assembly on Thursday passed the amendment bill to the country’s cybercrime laws amid a walkout by the PTI lawmakers and journalists from the proceedings. The HRCP while demanding thorough debate over the Prevention of Electronic Crimes (Amendment) Bill, 2025 in the Senate apprehended that the enforcement of the bill will result in targeting […]
According to the notification, the National Cybercrimes and Investigation Agency’s rules have been annulled, and its powers have been transferred to the FIA Cybercrime Wing again. The National Cybercrimes and Investigation Agency was established in 2023, but its responsibilities will now be managed by the FIA. It is to be noted that the government of […]
As per details, the session of NA is expected to be held on December 10 at 5 pm as the government has decided to get the amendments to the PECA Act passed to address anti-govt issues. Seven more people have been booked for allegedly engaging in anti-state propaganda and spreading false narratives via social media […]
As per details, the FIA conducted a raid at Orya’s residence in DHA phase 6, Lahore, and arrested him. The FIA spokesperson stated that the accused will be presented before the court to seek his physical remand over his alleged crime. It is pertinent to mention here that Section 11 of PECA addresses the offense […]
