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Judges receiving threatening letter continues to Lahore High Court and Supreme Court | Tax Amendment bill presented in Parliament | Election Commissioner gives more powers to magistrate in election matter | The 6 Judges letter remained unattended by Supreme Judicial Council | Lawyers hold strict protest against the interference of Intelligence agencies involvement in judiciary damaging justice and fairness in society

Month: November 2023

Oregon Revolutionizes Attorney Licensing: Bar Exam No Longer Mandatory Starting May 2024

In a groundbreaking move, the Oregon Supreme Court has greenlit a pioneering alternative licensing program, ushering in a new era for law graduates. Effective May 2024, aspiring attorneys can forego the traditional bar exam to attain licensure. Termed the “Supervised Practice Portfolio Examination,” this innovative program requires candidates to spend 675 hours under the mentorship …

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CJP Empowers Registrar: Delegation of Authority in Key Matters, PAC in Focus

Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa has assigned various administrative powers to the Supreme Court registrar. As per an official notification, the registrar will be fully authorized in matters related to the Public Accounts Committee (PAC). The decision of the registrar on issues concerning the PAC will be subject to the approval of …

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Senior Lawyer Chaudhry Aitzaz Ahsan Warns of Controversy in Upcoming Elections Without Imran Khan’s Participation

Renowned lawyer and former Pakistan Peoples Party leader, Chaudhry Aitzaz Ahsan, voiced concerns on Tuesday, stating that the upcoming general election could face controversy if ousted premier Imran Khan is barred from participating. Addressing the media outside the Lahore High Court (LHC), Ahsan emphasized the necessity of a true level-playing field in the elections. Ahsan …

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Supreme Court Judge Advocates Fair Treatment in Disciplinary Proceedings

Supreme Court Judge Sayyed Mazahar Ali Akbar Naqvi has called for the fair treatment of officials facing disciplinary actions, emphasizing the serious consequences of dismissal. In a dissenting note, Justice Naqvi highlighted the stigma, financial and reputational losses, and mental distress associated with dismissal, underscoring that it not only affects the individual but their entire …

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Federal Shariat Court Upholds Democratic Values, Rejects Plea for One-Party System

In a recent ruling, the Federal Shariat Court (FSC) has dismissed a petition advocating for the replacement of Pakistan’s multi-party system with a one-party structure, emphasizing the compatibility of democracy with Islamic principles. FSC Judge Justice Dr Syed Muhammad Anwer, in a detailed seven-page judgment, cited the Holy Quran and the practices of the Holy …

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Justice Irfan Saadat Khan takes oath as SC judge 03 November,2023

Justice Irfan Saadat takes oath as SC judge Ceremony was attended by judges of the apex court, attorney general, prominent lawyers     The oath-taking ceremony was held at Supreme Court of Pakistan. Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Qazi Faez Isa administered oath to Justice Irfan Saadat.   The ceremony was attended by all judges …

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Packed Courtroom Witnesses Solemn Full Court Reference in Honor of Justice Irfan Saadat Khan’s Elevation to Supreme Court

Packed Courtroom Witnesses Solemn Full Court Reference in Honor of Justice Irfan Saadat Khan’s Elevation to Supreme Court In a profoundly moving ceremony that saw the Chief Justice Courtroom brimming with legal luminaries, the Full Court Reference on the eve of the elevation of Hon’ble Justice Irfan Saadat Khan from Acting Chief Justice of the …

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