Islamabad: The National Assembly passed the Army Act 2025 and related defence amendment bills on Wednesday. The Navy and Airforce amendment bills 2025 were also approved by a large majority. In addition, the Supreme Court Practice and Procedure Amendment Bill was cleared, marking a significant update to Pakistan’s legal and defence frameworks. Defence Minister Khawaja […]
27th Constitutional Amendment
Army Chief now Chief of Defence forces, term extended to five years
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly approved the Army Act 2025 following the 27th constitutional amendment. The bill allows the Army Chief to also serve as the Chief of Defence Forces. The new notification will reset the Army Chief’s term, making it a five-year tenure. Under the amended Army Act, the position of Chairman Joint Chiefs of […]
Two Supreme Court judges resign over 27th constitutional amendment
Islamabad: Supreme Court judges Justice Mansoor Ali Shah and Justice Athar Minallah have resigned from their positions. Justice Mansoor Ali Shah submitted a 13-page resignation to the President of Pakistan. Both judges had previously expressed serious concerns about the 27th Constitutional Amendment, calling it a threat to judicial independence. Justice Mansoor Ali Shah had written […]
Supreme court to review 27th Amendment in full court session
ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice Yahya Afridi has summoned a full court to review the 27th Constitutional Amendment. The meeting will take place before Friday prayers. The decision follows letters from three senior Supreme Court judges urging a detailed review of the amendment clause by clause. Justice Salahuddin Panhwar, in his letter, said the amendment could disrupt […]
President Zardari signs 27th constitutional amendment into law
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has signed the 27th Constitutional Amendment Bill, making it part of Pakistan’s Constitution. The bill was passed by both houses of Parliament. It received two-thirds majority approval in the National Assembly and Senate. The Senate approved the amendment after a session chaired by Senate Chairman Yousaf Raza Gillani. Federal Law […]
Senate passes historic 27th Amendment amid uproar
ISLAMABAD – The Senate on Thursday approved the revised 27th Constitutional Amendment Bill 2025 with a two-thirds majority, despite strong opposition protests. The bill, reintroduced by Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar, includes major constitutional and judicial reforms. It marks one of the most significant legislative developments in recent months. The amendment returned to the Senate […]
“Terror won’t stop us”: Shehbaz vows to protect Pakistan’s future
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday vowed that no obstacle would be allowed to hinder Pakistan’s path to progress and prosperity. Addressing the National Assembly after the passage of the 27th Constitutional Amendment. He urged the Afghan Taliban regime to curb the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), stressing that Pakistan had hosted Afghans for 40 years […]
Government plans key changes to article 6 under 27th Amendment
ISLAMABAD – The government is set to introduce additional changes to the 27th Constitutional Amendment, including amendments to Article 6 on high treason. These changes will first be presented in the National Assembly. Separate lists have been prepared for the government’s and opposition’s proposed amendments, signaling extensive debate ahead. Sources revealed that the new amendments […]
National assembly backs 27th Amendment with massive majority
The National Assembly began clause-by-clause voting on the 27th Constitutional Amendment on Tuesday. Law Minister Azam Nazir Tarar presented the bill. So far, 231 members have voted in favor, while only four opposed it. The government requires 224 votes to pass the amendment, and its position is strong. During the session, Speaker Ayaz Sadiq presided […]
No technical issues in 27th Amendment, bill to pass today: Law Minister
Federal Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar said on Wednesday that there are no technical flaws in the 27th Constitutional Amendment Bill. He expressed confidence that the bill would be passed by the National Assembly today. Speaking to journalists in Islamabad, the minister said that if any clarification or minor change was required, it would be […]