Published on, Sept. 7 -- September 7, 2025 5:39 PM

A district and sessions court in Islamabad has extended the physical remand of Hasan Zahid, the main suspect in the Samiya Hijab abduction and threats case, for three more days.

The prosecution had requested an eight-day extension, citing pending recovery of weapons, Zahid's vehicle, and the arrest of accomplices. However, the court only granted three days after reviewing arguments.

During the hearing, prosecutors presented transaction records between Zahid and social media personality Samiya Hijab, as well as a video statement from her parents. They also confirmed that Rs45,000 was recovered from the suspect.

The defence countered by claiming that Zahid and Samiya were engaged, showi...