In a landmark decision, Lahore High Court Chief Justice Shahzad Ahmad Khan handed down a six-month prison sentence to lawyer Zahid Mahmood Goraya for contempt of court. The verdict, delivered under the Contempt of Court Ordinance 2003 and Article 204 of the Constitution, marks a significant step in upholding the sanctity of judicial proceedings. Advocate …
In response to the escalating caseload and prolonged litigation in the Islamabad Capital Territory, the National Assembly has introduced a bill aimed at enhancing the pecuniary jurisdiction of District Courts. The proposed legislation seeks to align the pecuniary jurisdiction of District Courts in Islamabad with those in other provinces, effectively increasing their authority to entertain …
A Brazil Supreme Court judge has initiated an investigation into Elon Musk, the CEO of X, for alleged obstruction of justice after Musk vowed to defy a court order blocking certain accounts on his platform within the country. The investigation comes amidst a broader crackdown on social media accounts spreading misinformation and hate speech in …
In a historic milestone for gender representation in the legal field, Advocate Tayyaba Kakar has emerged as the first female from Balochistan to serve in the esteemed corridors of the Supreme Court of Pakistan. Over the course of two years, her journey has not only been marked by professional success but has also been characterized …
In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court of Pakistan has shed light on the principle of consistency in bail matters, emphasizing the real essence of equality before the law. The ruling, delivered in the case of Mohammad Atif v. The State (Crl.P.298/2023), provides crucial insights into the application of the rule of consistency in granting …
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Munir Ahmed Khan Kakar, Advocate, a member of the Pakistan Bar Council, has strongly condemned the actions taken against Pashtun Khwa Milli Awami Party chief Mehmood Khan Achakzai, alleging interference in judicial matters. Kakar expressed his dismay over Achakzai being prevented from attending the Supreme Court hearing on the Judges’ letter case, highlighting the fundamental …
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In a concerning turn of events, it has been revealed that a day after threatening letters containing a suspicious powdery toxic substance were sent to eight judges of the Islamabad High Court, similar correspondence was received by Supreme Court jurists, including Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa, as well as judges of the Lahore …
An unsettling development has emerged as letters containing a suspicious white powder were sent to at least 17 top judges, triggering an urgent investigation by authorities. The alarming incident unfolded with all eight judges of the Islamabad High Court receiving similar mails on Tuesday, accompanied by a note criticizing the justice system of Pakistan. The …
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In a significant development aimed at enhancing support infrastructure for the legal fraternity, the Quetta Bar Association inaugurated a new ambulance service. Led by President Qari Rahmatullah Advocate and General Secretary Bilawal Khosa, the ceremony marked the commencement of a crucial initiative benefiting lawyers in Quetta. The inauguration, held at the Bar Association premises, saw …
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The Quetta Bar Association (QBA) is set to address the media today at a press conference held at the Press Club, led by President Qari Rehmatullah Kakar, General Secretary Bilawal Khosa, Vice President Humira Munir, Finance Secretary Asghar Mandukhel, Mir Ataullah Longo, and other esteemed lawyers. The conference aims to shed light on the recent …