World ( The cow news digital ) Noreen Niazi, the sister of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, skipped her scheduled appearance before the National Cyber Crimes Investigation Agency (NCCIA) on Monday following a controversy over her recent remarks regarding the Pakistani armed forces.
Instead of appearing in person, Niazi’s legal team, led by Advocate Faisal Malik, attended the NCCIA headquarters to formally submit a written response to the summons.
Legal Team Demands Clarification
Speaking to media representatives outside the agency’s offices, Malik stated that his client intends to fully cooperate with the ongoing inquiry. However, the legal team raised procedural concerns regarding the notice issued by the cybercrime watchdog.
“We have requested the agency to specify the exact legal provisions under which this notice was issued and the legal grounds for her personal appearance,” Malik told reporters.
While the investigating agency instructed the legal team to return the following day, Niazi’s counsel requested a four-week extension. Malik cited personal hardship and ongoing family distress as the primary reasons for the extension request. He noted that Niazi is currently traveling, while both her brother, former Prime Minister Imran Khan, and her son remain incarcerated.
Origin of the Controversy
The summons stems from a recent interview in which Niazi made severe allegations regarding the armed forces’ strategic operations. In her statement, she critically characterized military actions as a coordinated effort with foreign powers, alleging that external diplomatic shifts influenced regional military posture.
The comments drew immediate backlash from government officials and political commentators. Federal Minister for Information Attaullah Tarar strongly condemned the remarks, labeling them “unforgivable” and asserting that no leniency would be extended to individuals making derogatory statements against national security institutions.
The NCCIA is expected to review the written response submitted by Niazi’s counsel before deciding whether to grant the requested four-week extension or issue fresh directives.
