Secretary Interior says only PM can take action against IG Islamabad

CrimeSecretary Interior says only PM can take action against IG Islamabad

ISLAMABAD: Islamabad High Court (IHC) has adjourned hearing of former President (Retd) Gen Pervez Musharraf’s escape case till next week.

Earlier‚ Secretary Interior Javed Iqbal appeared before the court.

He apprised the court that IG Islamabad is officer of grade 21 and only Prime Minister can take action against him.

He added that the matter has been referred to the Ministry of Law and Justice for its opinion.

Justice Shaukat Aziz Siddiqui observed that ICT police comes under Ministry of Interior.

He said action should also be taken against those who facilitated Musharraf in escape.

He said the Prime Minister or a secretary has no powers to seek opinion on court’s orders.

Must read

Recent News

Non-renewal of licenses of LDI Companies expected to disrupt 50% of mobile traffic

0
The non-renewal of licenses of Long Distance and International (LDI) Companies is expected to disrupt 50 percent of mobile traffic, service quality and business...

Allowing bureaucrats to join the RSS marks the final burial of India’s ‘steel frame’

0
By Harsh ManderWhen in 1980, I first walked through the gates of the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration in Mussoorie, the director...

Interbank Dollar Rate Today in Pakistan – 23 August 2024

0
Interbank Exchange Rates in Pakistan The Interbank Closing Exchange Rate in Pakistan has been issued by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) for August 23,...

Pegasus Airlines Chairperson calls on Muhammad Aurangzeb

0
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: The Chairperson of Pegasus Airlines Mehmat T. Nane accompanied by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Lucky Cement Limited Muhammad Ali Tabba...
National T20 Tournament from November 11

PCB announces free entry for fans for Pakistan Bangladesh first Test at Pindi Cricket...

0
RAWALPINDI, Pakistan: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced free entry for spectators for the remaining days (fourth and fifth) of the first Test...
Advertisement