Pakistan, Aug. 22 -- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has taken notice of senior officials riding in a carriage during Independence Day celebrations. He expressed displeasure over the conduct of the Islamabad chief commissioner and inspector general. The two officials reportedly arrived at the August 14 ceremony while riding in a carriage. Government sources said the prime minister was unhappy with the display.

The officials have been formally informed about the prime minister's concerns. A joint secretary for discipline issued written notices to both officials. The letter reportedly conveyed the prime minister's displeasure over their conduct. Officials said the communication focused on maintaining appropriate standards during public cerem...