In a significant legal development, a three-member bench of the Supreme Court, comprising Mr. Justice Syed Mansoor Ali Shah, Mr. Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhail, and Mr. Justice Athar Minallah, has issued a landmark judgment regarding the jurisdiction of tax laws. This ruling comes in response to petitions challenging the vires of Section 4C of the …
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A private group announced for law journal. W are thrilled to announce the launch of “The Journal of Law & Policy Reform,” a peer-reviewed publication set to debut its inaugural issue in June 2024. This journal is a collaborative effort between international academics, aimed at fostering dialogue and advancing discourse on critical issues in …
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In a highly anticipated event, the results of the Quetta Bar Association elections for the year 2024-25 have been officially declared, marking a significant shift in leadership within the legal fraternity of the region. With a total of 752 votes cast, the outcome reflects the collective voice of the legal community in Quetta. Presidential Candidate: …
In a compassionate gesture aimed at promoting justice and empathy within the legal system, President Arif Alvi has decided to exercise his constitutional authority to grant clemency to women and children convicted of minor offenses. Acting on the advice of the Prime Minister, President Alvi invoked Article 45 of the Constitution, allowing for the release …
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The Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) has recommended the removal of former Supreme Court judge, Mazahar Ali Akbar Naqvi, on Thursday, finding him guilty of misconduct. Chaired by Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa, the SJC gave its reserved opinion on nine complaints filed against the former judge, stating that he should have been removed from office. …
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In a move aimed at supporting the educational aspirations of its members and court employees, the Lahore High Court Bar has inked a landmark agreement with a renowned private school in Lahore. Under the terms of the agreement, the educational expenses for the children of lawyers and court employees will be discounted by up to …
LawtechUK, an initiative backed by the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) dedicated to spearheading digital transformation in the legal sector, has announced the launch of free courses in all areas. Managed by CodeBase and Legal Geek on behalf of the MoJ since April 2023, LawtechUK aims to foster innovation, enhance understanding of lawtech’s benefits, boost the …
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The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has made a groundbreaking decision by declaring Section 7E of the Finance Act, 2022, as unconstitutional and void ab initio. This section, introduced through the Finance Act, 2022, imposed a tax on the fair market value of capital assets located in Pakistan for tax year 2022 and onwards. However, the …
In a landmark decision, the Islamabad High Court (IHC) has handed down jail sentences to the capital’s Deputy Commissioner (DC) and Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) (operations) in a contempt of court case. The ruling, delivered by Justice Babar Sattar, saw the DC sentenced to six months in prison while the SSP received a four-month …
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In a startling development within the judicial sphere, Sessions Judge Larkana Sharaf-ud-Din Shah has announced his resignation, citing alleged “inappropriate behavior” by a senior judge of the Sindh High Court (SHC), Justice Saleem Jaisar. The sessions judge forwarded his resignation to the Sindh High Court Registrar, outlining a series of grievances and concerns that led …
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