Rawalpindi, February 20, 2025 – In a significant development, the Rawalpindi Bar Association has issued a notice dated February 19, 2025, informing its members about the approval of personal bail for certain offenses. The decision comes in response to a demand made by the Executive Committee of the District Bar Association Rawalpindi. According to the …
In a landmark development for the legal community in Balochistan, the Quetta Bar Association inaugurated the province’s first-ever Lawyers’ Mess at the District Court (Kachari) on Monday. The ceremony was led by Quetta Bar Association President Qari Rahmatullah, Vice President Hamira Munir, Joint Secretary Khalid Nasir, Finance Secretary Asghar Khan Mandokhel, Vice President Kachlak …
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On February 14, 2025, Hon’ble Mr. Justice Yahya Afridi, Chief Justice of Pakistan, administered the oath of office to several newly appointed judges of the Supreme Court of Pakistan in a simple ceremony at the Supreme Court in Islamabad. The following judges were sworn in: – Mr. Justice Muhammad Hashim Khan Kakar, Chief Justice …
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Islamabad, February 15, 2025 – Mr. Hassan Raza Pasha, Chairman of the Special Committee on Judicial Reforms, Pakistan Bar Council, met today with officials from the IMF Governance Diagnostic Assessment Scoping Mission, who are currently visiting Pakistan. This marked a significant engagement between the IMF and Pakistan’s legal fraternity. During the meeting, discussions focused on …
Islamabad, February 6, 2025 — The Pakistan Bar Council (PBC) has appointed Mr. Muhammad Yaseen Azad as the new Chairman of its Executive Committee following the elevation of Mr. Muhammad Tariq Afridi to the position of Additional Judge at the Peshawar High Court. The decision was made during an emergency meeting held at the …
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Islamabad, Pakistan – January 23, 2025 – The Judicial Commission of Pakistan convened today at the Supreme Court in Islamabad to discuss the appointment of Additional Judges for the High Court of Sindh. Following the meeting, a total of 12 candidates have been nominated for the position. Nominees for Additional Judges: Ms. Tasneem Sultana, District …
In its 244th meeting held today at 11 AM in Islamabad, the Pakistan Bar Council (PBC) has introduced a new sub-rule (6) in Rule 108-C of the Pakistan Legal Practitioners Bar Councils Rules, 1976. This new rule pertains to the uniform of law students and apprentices. Key Provisions of the New Rule: Dress Code: Male …
In a surprise development, the Pakistan Bar Council (PBC) elected Chaudhry Tahir Nasrullah Warraich as its new Vice Chairman in its 244th meeting held today at the Supreme Court Building in Islamabad. What’s notable about this election is that it was done without issuing a proper notification and waiting for the usual period, with the …
In a significant development, the Sindh Cabinet has approved the allotment of land to the Sindh High Court Bar Association Karachi for its Cooperative Housing Society. This decision was made in a meeting held on January 16, 2025. The Sindh High Court Bar Association Karachi has expressed its gratitude to Hon’ble Chief Minister Sindh, Syed …
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In a significant legislative move, the Sindh Provincial Assembly has passed the *Sindh Civil Courts (Amendment) Act, 2025*, which revises the jurisdiction of civil matters in the province. Previously, the jurisdiction of the District Court in civil matters was limited to cases valued up to 6 crore and 50 lac rupees. However, under the new …