Noreen Niazi summoned by NCCIA over controversial podcast remarks

According to an official notice, the NCCIA is investigating allegations that Niazi circulated misleading and inflammatory content targeting state institutions. The inquiry focuses on remarks

ISLAMABAD: Imran Khan’s sister, Noreen Niazi, has been summoned by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) after controversial statements she made during a recent podcast sparked widespread debate and criticism.

According to an official notice, the NCCIA is investigating allegations that Niazi circulated misleading and inflammatory content targeting state institutions. The inquiry focuses on remarks related to the Pakistan-India military confrontation in May 2025 and claims regarding Pakistan’s alleged recognition of Israel.

During the podcast, Niazi questioned the official narrative surrounding Operation Maarka-e-Haq, alleging that the conflict was orchestrated as part of a broader political strategy. She claimed the military confrontation was linked to efforts aimed at improving the image of Pakistan’s armed forces and creating momentum for diplomatic ties with Israel.

She also alleged that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi did not escalate the conflict due to behind-the-scenes involvement by Israel and suggested that the United States was pressuring Pakistan to normalise relations with the Jewish state. Additionally, Niazi linked former US President Donald Trump’s positive remarks about Pakistan’s leadership to what she described as efforts to influence Islamabad’s foreign policy.

The NCCIA has directed Niazi to appear at its Islamabad office in G-13/3 on Monday to record her statement. The notice warns that failure to appear could result in legal proceedings under Section 174 of the Pakistan Penal Code.

The podcast has triggered intense reactions on social media, with many users criticising Niazi’s claims as unverified conspiracy theories and accusing her of challenging the state’s official account of the 2025 conflict.

The cybercrime agency is now examining whether the statements violate Pakistan’s cybercrime laws or any other applicable legal provisions.