IHC Justice Threatens Contempt Notice to PTA Chairman and Board Members Over Phone Tapping In a significant development, Justice Babar Sattar of the Islamabad High Court (IHC) has indicated that the Chairman of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and its Board members might face a contempt of court notice. This warning comes amid ongoing hearings of petitions filed by Najam-ul-Saqib and Bushra Bibi, which concern unauthorized audio leaks. The IHC justice expressed his dissatisfaction with the PTA's alleged role in enabling phone call tapping, which is a serious violation of citizens' right to privacy. The court has been investigating the matter, and the PTA's response has apparently fallen short of the court's expectations. The petitions filed by Najam-ul-Saqib and Bushra Bibi allege that their private conversations were recorded and leaked without their consent. The petitioners have demanded that the court take action against those responsible for the unauthorized audio leaks and ensure that such incidents do not occur in the future. During the hearing, Justice Sattar questioned the PTA's authority to allow phone tapping and sought clarification on the legal framework governing such activities. The court has also asked the PTA to provide details on the mechanisms in place to prevent unauthorized access to citizens' private conversations. The threat of a contempt notice to the PTA Chairman and Board members is a significant development, as it highlights the court's commitment to protecting citizens' rights and holding accountable those responsible for violating them. The IHC's actions are being closely watched, and the outcome of this case is likely to have far-reaching implications for the protection of privacy in Pakistan. As the hearings continue, the court is expected to delve deeper into the matter and uncover the truth behind the unauthorized audio leaks. The PTA's response to the court's concerns will be crucial in determining the next course of action, and the authority's failure to provide satisfactory answers may lead to serious consequences.