In a groundbreaking ruling, the Supreme Court of Pakistan has emphasized that the denial of bail relief in criminal cases requires clear evidence that the accused or their counsel deliberately aimed to obstruct the trial through unnecessary adjournments or irrelevant applications. The court underscored that the right to bail, as outlined in Section 497 of …
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In a decisive emergency meeting convened on January 23, 2024, the Karachi Bar Association (KBA) has introduced stringent resolutions addressing several crucial matters pertinent to the legal community. 1. Dress Code and Identification for Law Students: The Karachi Bar Association has resolved to enforce a dress code for law students actively engaged in court proceedings. …
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In a unanimous decision, the Pakistan Bar Council (PBC) has announced the election of its new leadership for the term 2024-2025. Mr. Riazat Ali Sahar has been elected as the Vice-Chairman, while Mr. Farooq Hamid Naek will serve as the Chairman of the Executive Committee during this tenure. The election, marked by a lack of …
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In a historic development, South Africa has lodged a case against Israel for alleged genocide in Palestine with the International Court of Justice (ICJ). Over two days, the UN’s highest legal body has grappled with the profound legal arguments surrounding the “crime of all crimes”: genocide. Both sides strategically leveraged the intense emotions stemming from …
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The Interior Minister, has taken decisive action against the alleged perpetrators of a malicious campaign aimed at tarnishing the image of judges of the Supreme Court of Pakistan. Under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA Law), the minister has formed a Joint Investigation Team (JIT) comprised of distinguished officials to probe and bring to …
In a momentous decision, the Karachi Bar Association (KBA) convened a meeting on January 9, 2024, where it was unanimously agreed to establish a dedicated hospital for lawyers. This visionary move aims to provide specialized healthcare services to members of the legal community. During the meeting, the leadership emphasized the importance of supporting the well-being …
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In a startling development, following the resignation of Justice Mazhar Ali Naqvi, Justice Ijaz ul Ahsan has also tendered his resignation from the Supreme Court. The three-judge bench’s recent decisions and the ongoing controversy within the judiciary seem to have prompted this unexpected move. Justice Ahsan, known for his distinguished service in the …
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In a recent development, the Supreme Court of Pakistan has annulled the decision of the Peshawar High Court (PHC), which earlier ruled in favor of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) in the dispute over the party’s election symbol, the Bat. This decision, which allows PTI to conduct elections with its symbol, has been overturned by the …
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In a surprising turn of events, Justice Mazahir Ali Naqvi resigned from his position on Tuesday after the Supreme Court rejected an appeal for a stay order on the council’s proceedings. In his resignation statement, Justice Naqvi expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve in the Lahore High Court and the Supreme Court, citing current …
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In a decisive 6-1 majority ruling, the Supreme Court dismantled the lifetime disqualification for lawmakers under Article 62(1)(f) of the Constitution on Monday. This groundbreaking verdict paves the way for the Black political weights, including Nawaz Sharif and Jahangir Tareen, to participate in the upcoming general elections. The verdicts open gates for every political convict …