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Month: July 2024
Karachi Bar Association Issues Notice: Temporary Relief from Wearing Black Coats Due to Extreme Heat
In response to the severe heatwave affecting the city, the Karachi Bar Association (KBA) has issued a notice granting temporary relief to lawyers from wearing black coats for 7-10 days. This decision aims to mitigate the risks of heatstroke and other heat-related illnesses among legal professionals.
Karachi Bar Association Protests Soaring Electricity Rates and Lack of Government Support for Lawyers
The Karachi Bar Association (KBA) staged a protest ON saturday, voicing strong opposition to the skyrocketing electricity rates and the government’s failure to provide financial support for the legal community. The demonstration, held outside the Bar office drew a large crowd of lawyers and supporters who demanded immediate action from the authorities. KBA members …
Constitutional Validity of Capital Punishment
Capital punishment has been a contentious issue globally, with countries taking divergent stances on its application and legality. In Pakistan, the constitutional validity of the death penalty has been a subject of extensive legal, moral, and ethical debate, the legal framework for capital punishment in Pakistan is rooted in various statutes and the Constitution of …
Quetta Bar Association Announces Training Series in Collaboration with Sindh Judicial Academy
In another notable achievement, the Quetta Bar Association has successfully arranged a training series in collaboration with the Sindh Judicial Academy. The training program is set to commence on July 29, 2024, and aims to cater to the growing desire and interest of lawyers in enhancing their professional skills. The initiative reflects the Bar Association’s …
JCP Approves Two Ad Hoc Judges Amidst Strong Opposition
Despite significant criticism from various lawyers’ groups and political parties, the Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) has approved the appointment of two retired Supreme Court judges as ad hoc judges for a one-year term. The decision, finalized during a JCP meeting presided over by Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa, saw Justice (retired) Sardar …
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Punjab Government Shakes Up Court Fees: Ticket Price Soars from Rs. 2 to Rs. 500: a mistake or intent
In a bold and unexpected move, the Punjab government has overhauled the Court Fees Act, catapulting the ticket rate from a meager Rs. 2 to a substantial Rs. 500. This dramatic increase aims to revamp the fee structure and bolster the state’s judicial revenue streams. This amendment, a result of extensive deliberations, addresses the …
Former Justices Mushir Alam and Maqbool Baqir Decline Ad Hoc Supreme Court Appointments
In a significant development, former Justices Tariq Masood and Mazhar Alam Khan Miankhel have agreed to their appointments as ad hoc judges of the Supreme Court of Pakistan, sources reveal. In contrast, former Justice Mushir Alam has declined the appointment, while former Justice Maqbool Baqir has not yet responded. Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) …
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UK Judge Requests Prosecutors to Consider Charges Against Australian Scientist for False Bitcoin Claims
UK judge announced on Tuesday that he will ask prosecutors to consider perjury and forgery charges against Craig Wright, an Australian computer scientist who falsely claimed to be “Satoshi Nakamoto,” the pseudonymous creator of Bitcoin. This follows a comprehensive ruling in March by Judge James Mellor of the High Court in London, which debunked Wright’s …