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 ELECTION RESULTS OF DISTRICT BAR ASSOCIATION HYDERABAD

In pursuance of the results from the District Bar Association Hyderabad Elections 2025, held on 15-02-2025, and communicated by Mr. Karamuddin Junejo, 2nd Additional Sessions Judge and Returning Officer for the Elections, 2025, it is hereby notified for the information of all members of the District Bar Association, Hyderabad, that the following candidates have been …

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Election for Karachi Bar Association Cooperative Housing Society Held on 15th February 2025

Karachi, February 15th, 2025 — The Karachi Bar Association Cooperative Housing Society held its long-awaited elections for 17 members who will later become part of the Cabinet. The election, which took place on 15th February, was a significant event for the society, built many years ago and predominantly occupied by lawyers, with some local citizens …

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Rawalpindi Bar Association Announces Approval of Personal Bail for Non-Prohibitory Offenses

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 …

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Quetta Bar Association Inaugurates First Lawyers’ Mess in Balochistan

  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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Oath-Taking Ceremony for New Judges of the Supreme Court of Pakistan

  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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Pakistan Bar Council Discusses Legal Reforms with IMF Governance Diagnostic Assessment Mission

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 …

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Pakistan Bar Council Appoints New Chairman without election

  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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Judicial Commission of Pakistan announces 12 nominees for additional judges in Sindh High Court

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 …

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Pakistan Bar Council Introduces New Dress Code and Rules for Law Students and Apprentices

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 …

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Pakistan Bar Council Elects New Vice Chairman, Mr. Ch. Tair Nasrullah Warraich in Unprecedented Move

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 …

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