A local court in Lahore has granted the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) a six-day physical remand of podcaster Rehan Tariq following his arrest at the airport in connection with a case involving allegations under blasphemy and electronic crime laws.
Tariq was presented before the court after being taken into custody by the authorities. According to officials, the case relates to an interview in which sensitive sectarian issues were discussed.
The NCCIA requested physical remand to conduct further investigation, including the examination of digital material and other evidence related to the case. The court approved the agency’s request and handed Tariq over for six days.
Authorities have registered the case under relevant provisions of blasphemy-related and cybercrime legislation. Further legal proceedings will follow as the investigation progresses.
The arrest has drawn attention due to the sensitive nature of the allegations and the legal provisions involved.
