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The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has entered a new phase of digital justice with the introduction of a smart, paperless digital court, marking a significant shift from conventional paper-based judicial proceedings. In practical terms, digitalisation means that case records and court proceedings are increasingly managed electronically, with judges and lawyers using courtroom screens, digital case-management …

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The provisional list of eligible applicants for the post of Civil Judge-cum-Magistrate, Islamabad has been released. According to the list, approximately 2,732 applicants have been provisionally declared eligible for the recruitment process. Applicants are advised to carefully check their names and particulars in the provisional list and follow the instructions issued by the relevant authorities …

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HYDERABAD: The High Court Bar Association Hyderabad and District Bar Association Hyderabad are set to jointly host the All Sindh Lawyers Convention on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at the High Court Auditorium, Hyderabad.   According to an announcement issued by the Sindh Bar Council, the convention is being held pursuant to the decision taken by …

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QUETTA: A special appeal has been made to the President of the Quetta Bar Association, the President of the High Court Bar Association Balochistan, and the Balochistan Bar Council to take immediate measures for the security and protection of lawyers amid growing security concerns.   The appeal highlighted that reports regarding hacking incidents are being …

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ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced an extension for the filing of Income Tax Returns for the Tax Year 2026. The deadline, originally set for September 30, 2026, has been extended by two weeks to October 15, 2026.   The decision was formalized through Circular No. 3 of 2026-27, issued by the …

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The digital revolution has radically transformed how citizens communicate, organize, and express themselves. In democratic societies, digital platforms serve as the modern town square, offering unprecedented avenues for free speech, political critique, and citizen journalism. However, this borderless digital expansion has also introduced novel threats to state sovereignty, public order, and national security. In Pakistan, …

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Judicial Magistrate Syed Akhter Shah has received the Best Performance Award from Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Yahya Afridi, in recognition of his notable judicial performance. The award acknowledges his efforts towards expediting trials and improving the disposal of pending cases. During his tenure as Judicial Magistrate-13 (JM-13), Syed Akhter Shah reportedly reduced the pending …

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KARACHI — September 9, 2026: The Sindh Bar Council has announced that the legal community across Sindh will observe “Sindh Unity Day” on September 10, 2026, with a complete boycott of court work in protest against proposals concerning the division of Sindh into administrative units or the creation of new provinces.     The decision …

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