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Condolences for the Passing of Daniyal Aziz, Junior Clerk at District and Sessions Court East

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Daniyal Aziz, a junior clerk at the District and Sessions Court East. Daniyal Aziz tragically succumbed to a heart attack recently, leaving behind a void in the hearts of his colleagues and loved ones. “Ina Allah and I will return to you,” as the Quran reminds …

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Punjab Bar Council Implements Stricter Regulations for Lawyers’ Social Media Usage

In a recent notification issued by the Punjab Bar Council, significant amendments have been made to The Punjab Legal Practitioners and Bar Council Rules, 2023. These amendments, passed during the Bar Council Meeting dated 09.12.2023, aim to regulate the conduct of lawyers, particularly concerning their presence on social media platforms. One of the key amendments …

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Oath Taking Ceremony of Additional Judges Held at Sindh High Court

In a dignified ceremony held at the Committee Room of the Sindh High Court in Karachi, Chief Justice Aqeel Ahmed Abbasi administered the oath of office to several distinguished individuals. The newly appointed judges include Mr. Justice Amjad Ali Bohio, Mr. Justice Jawad Akbar Sarwana, Ms. Sana Akram Minhas, Mr. Khadim Hussain Soomro, Mr. Justice …

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Sindh Bar Council and Sindh High Court Bar Association, Sukkur, Urge Impartial Investigation into Allegations of Judicial Interference

In response to the letter dated 25-03-2024 from six Hon’ble Judges of the Islamabad High Court addressing the Chairman and Members of the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) regarding alleged interference of agencies in judicial affairs, the Sindh Bar Council and the Sindh High Court Bar Association, Sukkur, jointly convened to determine the course of action. …

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Special Remission of (120) Days Granted to Convicted Prisoners in Sindh Prisons for Eid-ul-Fitr (2024)

In anticipation of the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr  (2024), the Inspector General of Sindh Prisons & Corrections Service has submitted a formal request for the grant of Special Remission to all convicted prisoners currently held in the prisons of Sindh Province. This request is made in accordance with Rule 788 of the Sindh Prisons & Corrections Rules …

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Lahore High Court Chief Justice Sentences Lawyer to Six Months Imprisonment for Contempt of Court

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 …

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National Assembly Proposes Bill to Increase Pecuniary Jurisdiction of District Courts in Islamabad

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 …

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Brazilian Supreme Court Investigates Elon Musk for Obstruction of Justice, Sparks Legal Battle

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 …

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Advocate Tayyaba Kakar’s Remarkable Journey as the First Female Supreme Court Lawyer from Balochistan

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 …

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Supreme Court Broadens Scope of Consistency Principle in Bail Granting Decisions

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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