The Lahore High Court on Wednesday issued stay orders on all petitions related to the Punjab Property Ordinance and referred the matter to a larger bench. The court also issued notices to the Punjab government and other respondents, seeking their replies. It asked for records of the proceedings of the committees formed under the law. […]
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Harassment beyond office premises falls under workplace law: LHC
LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) has ruled that harassment occurring outside office premises can still qualify as workplace harassment if it is linked to official duties or abuse of supervisory authority. Read More: LHC upholds dismissal of Jhang official for harassing female teacher Justice Raheel Kamran issued the verdict while dismissing a petition filed by a government […]
Punjab CM criticises LHC move suspending land protection law
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Tuesday voiced strong opposition to the Lahore High Court’s suspension of the land protection law, 2025, warning that the decision would benefit encroachment and land-grabbing mafias. Read More: Punjab approves ordinance to end land grabbing disputes within 90 days In a statement issued by the Chief Minister’s Office, Maryam […]
LHC suspends implementation of Punjab Property Ownership Ordinance
The Lahore High Court has suspended the implementation of the Punjab Property Ownership Ordinance following hearings on multiple petitions against it. LHC Chief Justice Aalia Neelum heard petitions from individuals including Abida Parveen and others. After addressing objections raised in the petitions, the court recommended forming a full bench to further deliberate on the matter. […]
Punjab govt confirms LG elections will be party-based
The Punjab government told the Lahore High Court (LHC) that upcoming local government elections will be held on a party basis. This was revealed during hearings on petitions challenging the Punjab Local Government Act 2025 (PLGA). An assistant advocate general informed the court that political parties can allow candidates to contest elections on their party […]
LHC orders authorities to give written reasons for offloading passengers
The Lahore High Court (LHC) has ruled that if any citizen is offloaded while attempting to travel abroad, the relevant authorities are bound to immediately provide written reasons for such action. The interim written order was issued by Justice Ali Zia Bajwa on a petition filed by Chaudhry Shehryar Qandeel. The court made it clear […]
Snooker club business gets legal cover
The Lahore High Court (LHC) has ruled that running a snooker club is a “lawful and legitimate” business, cautioning lower courts against using emergency laws to shut down recreational spots over vague complaints. Justice Jawad Zafar, in a five-page judgment, set aside a trial court’s order that had forced a citizen in Sargodha to shut […]
LHC directs authorities to protect Nasir Bagh’s heritage
The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Friday underscored the cultural and environmental importance of Nasir Bagh and other historic sites in Lahore, observing that no development project should begin without considering the significance of such locations. Justice Shahid Karim issued the remarks while hearing multiple petitions related to smog control and environmental protection. During the […]
LHC refuses to suspend Punjab Motor Vehicle Ordinance
LAHORE – The Lahore High Court (LHC) has declined a request to immediately suspend the Punjab Motor Vehicle Ordinance 2025, during the hearing of a petition challenging the law. The court instead issued notices to the Punjab government and other concerned parties, directing them to submit a reply within two weeks. Read More: Plea challenging […]
LHC orders action against smoke-emitting police vehicles
The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Friday issued strict directions for action against smoke-emitting police vehicles while hearing multiple petitions related to smog and environmental pollution. The court also sought a comprehensive report on the cutting and relocation of trees in the city. Justice Shahid Karim presided over the hearing and ordered the Environment Department […]