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Judicial alarm as sweeping 27th Amendment to the Constitution of Pakistan raises fears for court autonomy | The National Assembly has passed the 27th Amendment bill in a heated session underscoring sweeping changes in judicial, military and constitutional spheres | Power dynamics shift in election oversight: magistrate roles under review | Bar associations mobilise as legal fraternity warns of intelligence-agency tie-ups in judicial reform | The Lex is not registered organization, and we don’t take responsibility of anything posted on its truthfulness |
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Quetta Bar Association Calls for Complete Court Boycott in Protest Against Election Commissioner

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In a bold move reflecting widespread discontent, the Quetta Bar Association has announced a comprehensive boycott of all court proceedings to protest against the Election Commissioner’s actions. The association alleges that the Election Commissioner divulged results contrary to the people’s mandate, prompting an outcry from various political parties. Joined by representatives from across the political …

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Islamabad High Court Website Close-Down for 48 Hours

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The Islamabad High Court’s website, a vital platform for accessing online case lists and details, remained inaccessible for the past two days, causing inconvenience to lawyers, litigants, and other users. The abrupt shutdown left many individuals compromised, unable to retrieve essential case-related information. The website serves as a crucial resource for lawyers and litigants, offering …

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Sindh High Court Directs ECP to Expedite Verdicts on Election Complaints

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The Sindh High Court (SHC) has taken a significant step in addressing challenges to election results, disposing of petitions related to over 40 constituencies of the National and Sindh assemblies in Karachi. In a session presided over by a two-judge bench led by SHC Chief Justice Aqeel Ahmad Abbasi, the court directed the Election Commission …

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Hyderabad District Court Calls for Strike tomorrow 12 -02-2024, Amidst Election Injustices

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In a bold move against perceived injustices stemming from the general elections held on 8th February 2024 in Pakistan, the District Court of Hyderabad has announced a comprehensive strike, standing in solidarity with both the lawyer community and the broader populace of Hyderabad. Advocate Faisal Mughal, the General Secretary of the Hyderabad District Bar Association, …

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Son of Serving District Judge South Javaid Ahmed Keerio Allegedly Murdered by Friend

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In a shocking turn of events, Ali Keerio, the son of District and Sessions Judge (South) Javaid Ahmed Keerio, was tragically gunned down allegedly by his friend Daniyal Nazeer Mirbahar in Defence Housing Authority (DHA), Karachi. The incident, which occurred on Friday, has left the city reeling in shock. According to DIG-South Syed Asad Raza, …

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Chaos Erupts as Curfew Imposed in Islamabad Following Controversial Election Results

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Following the landslide victory of Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party in the general elections of 2024, chaos has descended upon the capital city of Islamabad. The Election Commission ordered a curfew amid escalating tensions sparked by discrepancies in the announced election results. Despite PTI securing all three seats in Islamabad, discrepancies arose when the …

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CJP Qazi Faez Isa Released Petitioner in Blasphemy Case

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Chief Justice of Pakistan, Qazi Faez Isa, underscored the importance of exercising caution in religious matters, citing Quranic verses emphasizing freedom of faith. He delivered the judgment while addressing appeals related to a blasphemy case. The petitioner, accused of distributing a proscribed book, faced prolonged incarceration despite exceeding the maximum punishment if found guilty. The …

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Lawyers Dominate Parliamentary Elections with Increased Representation

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In a notable shift, this year’s parliamentary elections are witnessing a significant surge in the representation of the legal profession compared to other fields. Across various political parties, lawyers have been offered a higher number of seats in both the national and provincial assemblies, surpassing professionals from other sectors such as medicine, education, and academia. …

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Renowned Jurist and Ex-SHC Judge, Rasheed A. Razvi, Remembered for Legal Stalwart ship and Principled Advocacy, Passes Away at 77

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Renowned lawyer and former judge of Sindh High Court, Rasheed A. Razvi, passed away at the age of 77. As the chairman of the Commission for the Protection of Journalists and Other Media Practitioners, he made significant contributions to the legal and media landscape. Battling cancer for the past few years, Razvi’s demise is mourned …

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Resignation Trend Continues: Third Judge in a Month Steps Down Amidst Judicial Controversy

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The wave of judicial resignations under Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa’s tenure continues, with Lahore High Court’s (LHC) Justice Shahid Jamil Khan being the latest to step down, citing “personal circumstances.” This marks the third departure within a month, following the resignations of Justice Ijazul Ahsan and Justice Sayyed Mazahar Ali Akbar …

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