In a significant open letter addressed to the Honorable Chief Justice of Pakistan, a coalition of legal practitioners has united to express their grave concerns regarding recent threats to judicial independence. This group, writing without affiliation to any political party or group, emphasizes the need for a robust defense of the judiciary, a cornerstone of …
The Cabinet of the Malir Bar Association has formally urged the Honorable Chief Justice and esteemed Judges of the Administrative Committee of the Sindh High Court to reconsider and revoke Notification No. 138/MIT-II, dated January 19, 2024. This notification mandates that Under Trial Prisoners (UTPs) be presented in court via video link, a practice that …
Quetta — Miss Advocate Aster Mehak has been recognized with the prestigious Best Strategist Award for her exceptional contributions to legal advocacy and strategic planning in the legal field. The award, presented during a recent ceremony in Turkey, highlights her innovative approaches to complex legal challenges and her commitment to justice. Aster, known for …
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A renewed movement among lawyers has emerged in response to the proposed 26th Constitutional Amendment, which senior lawyer Hamid Khan claims seeks to undermine the judiciary. Addressing the media, Khan emphasized that the ruling coalition’s efforts to amend the Constitution would be met with robust resistance from the legal community. Khan asserted, “Lawyers …
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Quetta, — In a landmark initiative aimed at enhancing the judicial acumen of its newly appointed judges, the Balochistan High Court has announced a program that pairs junior judges with experienced senior judges for a comprehensive training period. This novel approach, reminiscent of the mentorship practices seen among junior and fresher lawyers, marks the …
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Islamabad, September 30, 2024– In a significant development, Justice Munib Akhtar of the Supreme Court has expressed serious constitutional concerns regarding the upcoming hearing of the case CRP 197/2022, involving the Supreme Court Bar Association of Pakistan against the Federation of Pakistan. The hearing is scheduled before a five-member bench that was recently formed under …
In a last-minute decision, the Federal Bureau of Revenue (FBR) has extended the deadline for filing tax returns for the financial year 2024 until October 14, 2024. This extension comes following numerous requests from various trade bodies, tax bar associations, and the general public. A notification released late Monday stated, “In exercise of powers …
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We are excited to announce the release of the October 2024 issue of “The Legal International”, set to hit the digital shelves on October 1st. This month’s cover features a striking design that encapsulates the theme of legal innovation in a rapidly evolving world. In this issue, readers can look forward to a range of …
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Few months back Gulistan Johar police station in Karachi was attacked, resulting in significant damage and an estimated financial cost of 1.5 million rupees. The incident has unveiled a complex web of corruption involving advocate Abdul Qadir Rajpar and land grabber Anas Khan. This attack stems from a prior confrontation where Rajpar was injured, leading …
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Karachi, Pakistan – Members of the Karachi Bar Association (KBA) are urging the leadership to modernize the association’s website, www.karachibarassociation.com, to enhance its functionality and accessibility in line with international standards. In a recent gathering, KBA members highlighted the necessity of updating the website to include essential features such as a member directory, event calendar, …
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