KARACHI: A sessions court has advised the Sindh government to expedite the establishment of special courts under the Sindh Mines and Minerals Governance Act (SMMGA), 2021, to ensure smooth implementation of the law and timely handling of mining-related cases. The recommendation came from Additional District and Sessions Judge (Malir) Liaqat Ali Khoso while allowing a […]
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Parliament resumes debate on 27th constitutional amendment
The standing committees on law and justice of both the National Assembly and Senate convened a joint session on Sunday to continue deliberations on the proposed 27th Constitutional Amendment bill. The bill, tabled in the Senate on Saturday after federal cabinet approval, proposes the creation of a Federal Constitutional Court (FCC), reforms in the appointment […]
Supreme Court questions proposed constitutional court
ISLAMABAD: Even before the 27th Constitutional Amendment has been formally unveiled, its effects are already rippling through Pakistan’s judicial corridors. On Friday, the proposed amendment came under challenge in the Supreme Court, while a wave of administrative activity hinted at preparations for the establishment of the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) — a key element said […]
Punjab Assembly backs 27th Constitutional Amendment
LAHORE: The Punjab Assembly on Thursday passed a resolution expressing full support for the 27th Constitutional Amendment. The resolution was moved by PML-N MPA Hina Pervaiz Butt. The resolution described the amendment as a crucial step toward institutional stability and transparency, emphasizing the need to grant constitutional protection to local governments to prevent arbitrary dissolution […]
SJC’s new code limits judges’ public speech to safeguard impartiality
ISLAMABAD – The Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) has amended the code of conduct for Supreme Court and high court judges, introducing new restrictions on their freedom of speech and public engagement. The SJC, which derives its authority from Article 211(8) of the Constitution, stated that the amendments are intended to preserve judicial integrity and public […]
Sohail Leghari appointed Supreme Court Registrar in key administrative changes
ISLAMABAD – Sohail Muhammad Leghari has been appointed as the new Registrar of the Supreme Court, part of a series of important administrative appointments, officials confirmed. Leghari, a Grade-22 officer from the Sindh judiciary, is currently serving as Secretary of the Supreme Judicial Council. He has previously held the position of Registrar at the Sindh […]
Sohail Afridi says jail staff ignored judges’ orders on Imran Khan visit
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi said he was stopped from meeting PTI Chairman Imran Khan despite a court order allowing the meeting. The meetings were to be arranged according to a list provided by PTI Secretary General Salman Akram Raja. However, jail authorities prevented the CM and other PTI leaders from meeting Khan, leading […]
Court Grants Exemption to Ex-AJK PM Tanveer Ilyas in Diplomatic Passport Misuse Case
ISLAMABAD: The District and Sessions Court Islamabad on Monday approved the exemption plea of former Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Prime Minister Sardar Tanveer Ilyas in the diplomatic passport misuse case. Judicial Magistrate Ahmad Shehzad Gondal presided over the hearing into allegations that Ilyas had misused a diplomatic passport after leaving office. Read More: Pakistan […]
Supreme Judicial Council Tightens Code of Conduct for Judges
ISLAMABAD — The Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) on Saturday approved sweeping amendments to the Code of Conduct for superior court judges, banning them from public debates, political commentary, or media interaction. The meeting, chaired by Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi, was attended by senior judges from the Supreme Court and High Courts. The new […]
Indictment of Imran Khan’s sister Aleema Khan postponed till tomorrow
RAWALPINDI — The indictment proceedings against PTI founder Imran Khan’s sister, Aleema Khan, in the November 26 protest case have been postponed until tomorrow. The hearing was held before Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) Judge Amjad Ali Shah in connection with a case registered at Sadiqabad Police Station. Aleema Khan’s request for a one-day exemption from court […]