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Lahore Bar Association Announces Complete Strike Against the New Biometric System

LAHORE – The Lahore Bar Association (LBA) has announced a complete strike on Monday, 6 April 2026, in protest against the implementation of the new biometric verification system for court filings, which lawyers say has been enforced without consultation and is creating serious operational difficulties. The decision was taken during an emergency meeting of the LBA Executive Committee held on Saturday, chaired by President Irfan Hayat Bajwa and attended by

National Assembly of Pakistan Moves to Criminalize Cyber Tampering of Oil Pipelines

The National Assembly has passed the Criminal Law (Amendment) Bill 2026, introducing major changes to Section 462A, 462B, 462C and 462F of the Pakistan Penal Code (PPC) 1860, along with amendments to the Second Schedule of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) 1898. The updated provisions expand “tampering” to include cyberattacks, remote interference, and digital manipulation of petroleum monitoring systems, while “transportation” now covers petroleum moved by land, sea, or

Visually Impaired Graduate Creates History After Passing South Sudan Bar Exam

uba, South Sudan — April 4, 2026:South Sudan has marked a powerful milestone in its legal history as a visually impaired law graduate successfully passed the Bar examinations and was formally admitted as an advocate, breaking long-standing barriers in the country’s justice system. Advocate Charles Pascual Clement, a visually impaired graduate of the University of Juba’s School of Law, was among the 219 newly admitted lawyers sworn in during the

Sindh Bar Council Orders Removal of Unauthorized Advocate Insignia From Vehicles and Visiting Cards

The Sindh Bar Council issued a circular on April 3, 2026, directing all advocates across the province to remove unauthorized monograms, metal plates, and insignia displaying titles such as “Advocate,” “High Court of Sindh,” or “Sindh Bar Council” from their vehicles and visiting cards within 15 days. The circular was prompted by a complaint from the Sindh Police Department, which reported the widespread and improper use of such markings by

Chief Justice Balochistan Addresses Eid Milan Party Hosted by High Court Bar Association

Quetta: An Eid Milan Party was hosted by the Balochistan High Court Bar Association, bringing together judges, senior lawyers, and bar representatives in a warm and festive gathering. Chief Justice Balochistan, Justice Muhammad Kamran Khan Mulakhail, addressed the ceremony as the chief guest. In his remarks, he appreciated the legal fraternity’s continued dedication to justice and emphasized the importance of harmony, cooperation, and professional integrity within the judicial community.

Advocate Saqib Munir Elected President: Lahore Tax Bar Association Announces Results for Session 2026–27

Lahore, March 30, 2026 — The Election Commission of the Lahore Tax Bar Association (LTBA) has officially announced the results for the Session 2026–2027, confirming the newly elected cabinet following a transparent voting process. According to the notification issued under the seal and signatures of Chairman Rashid Rahman Mir, Member Tazeen Aghmaz-ul-Haq, and Member Syed Irfan Haider Shah, the results were finalized after counting a total of 1,820 votes, with

Child Visitation Meetings to Continue on Saturdays Despite Closure of Court Proceedings

Karachi, March 27, 2026 — The High Court of Sindh has confirmed that although no regular court proceedings will be conducted on Saturdays, the child visitation meetings will continue as per the established schedule until the fourth Saturday of every month. According to a notification displayed at the district courts, the meetings will be held every Saturday in line with the orders of the Hon’ble High Court of Sindh. However,

Balochistan High Court Warns Judicial Officers Against Seeking Favour-Based Transfers

The High Court of Balochistan has issued a stern warning to all judicial officers across the province, directing them to immediately cease any unauthorized approache to the Hon’ble Chief Justice and other judges for transfers or postings to preferred locations. The circular, issued by Registrar Nasir Khan Yousafzai on the orders of the Hon’ble Chief Justice, expresses grave concern over repeated instances where judicial officers — either directly or through

Balochistan High Court Launches GBV Compendium to Strengthen Evidence-Based Justice

Quetta: In a significant step toward enhancing gender-responsive justice, the High Court of Balochistan, in collaboration with UN Women Pakistan and with support from the European Union in Pakistan, has launched the Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Compendium. The initiative aims to advance evidence-based practices and strengthen justice delivery for survivors of gender-based violence across the province. The compendium brings together critical data and analysis on GBV cases, highlighting persistent challenges such

Advocate Ascho Marzia becomes the First Female Advocate to reach Supreme Court in Gilgit-Baltistan

On Wednesday in ceremony of enrollment of Supreme court Lawyers in Pakistan, Advocate Ascho Marzia was awarded licensed and she become the first female to achieve the license of Supreme Court in Gilgit-Baltistan. In a Region as Gilgit-Baltistan with population limited to certain profession, its hardly achievable by women to reach to the top level in the field. Advocate Ascho Marzia came from background partially supportive and partially non-cooperative.

Chief Justice Ahmed Ali Sheikh took notice of Samrat Kumar Kidnapping

Chief Justice Sindh high court, (CJ) Ahmed Ali M Shaikh took notice of minor samrat kumar, kidnapped from Kandhkot city district Kashmore. According to letter No. RHC/PA/2023 dated May 25, 2023, sent to (1) The learned District & Sessions Judge, Kashmore at Kandhkot, High Court of Sindh, Karachi. (2) The Sindh Police Inspector General

Justice Qazi Faez Isa attempts to Clarify his position after severe criticism

On Tuesday, senior Supreme Court justice Justice Qazi Faez Isa responded to criticism for his attendance at a National Assembly event honouring the Golden Jubilee of Pakistan's Constitution 1973.

Sale Tax increased by 1% from 17% to 18%

By increasing the General Sales Tax (GST) by 1%, from 17% to 18%, and the Federal Excise Duty (FED) on cigarettes by 150%, the government began complying with another condition imposed by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for the resurrection of the failed $6.5 billion program on February 15th, 2023.

High Court Disqualified AJK Prime Minister on Contempt of Court

Tanvir Ilyas, the current prime minister, was removed from office by the Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) High Court on Tuesday due to allegations of contempt. As a result, Tanvir Ilyas was declared ineligible to serve as a member of the AJK Legislative Assembly by the Chief Election Commissioner of AJK.

National Assembly Passed resolution against SC Order on Election Commissioner - is it Violation of Article 68?

Today, at 3 20 pm PMLN party member Khalid Hussain Magsi submitted a resolution against SC Order annulling Election Commissioner's Decision to extend elections has been passed by the National Assembly. PTI Member Mohsin Lagari condemned

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Tanvir Ilyas, the current prime minister, was removed from office by the Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) High Court on Tuesday due to allegations of contempt. As a result, Tanvir Ilyas was declared ineligible to serve as a member of the AJK Legislative Assembly by the Chief Election Commissioner of AJK.

Stay waived off in Petition against KBA Vakalatnama Verification

Sindh High Court on Thursday 30th March Disposed of the Petition against KBA Vakalatnama Verification Program. The Honorable Court has considered the validity of Vakalatnama verification in...

First Women Chief Justice of Peshawar High Court – Justice Musarrat Hilali

On April 1, Justice Musarrat Hilali was sworn in as the Peshawar High Court's (PHC) first female chief justice. She held the position as the court's senior-most puisne judge following Justice Qaiser

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Karachi Bar Association Successfully organized Free Medical Camp for Advocates and Court clerks. The Camp was set up in consultation room at the east side. Hundreds of advocates came for the facility.

Sindh Bar Council condemned the extreme protocol provided to the General Parvez Musharraf who died in the hospital during his treatment. Retried General was the convicted accused in High Treason.

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Punjab Bar Council and Islamabad Council seeks exemption from income tax and request for adding the respective bar council in the list under Pakistan Bar Council
Pakistan bar Council condemns the distribution of vast agriculture land to armed forces of Pakistan

Khairpur Obtained One More Seat In Sindh Bar Council (SBC)

Khairpur Bar association successfully attained one more seat in the Sindh Bar council. On Tuesday, 17th January the Amendment bill of the Legal Practitioners and Bar Council Act, 1973 was finally passed by the National Assembly.

 

LHBA Election 2023 made history by Election Sabahat Rizwi, as first ever women secretary since 1893

On 25th February, Saturday, Lahore High court Bar Association made an historic move by Electing Sabahat Rizv as the first ever woman Secretary since 1893 which made it 130 years.         Rizvi was a candidate for the "Independent group," also known as the Asma Jahagnir group. By receiving 4310 votes, Rizvi defeats her two opponents for the position of Secretary, Mian Irfan and Qadir Baksh Chahal, who receive 3745 and 2627 votes, respectively.

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Lawyers Welfare and Protection Bill 2023 Passed by National Assembly

On Wednesday, 29th March National Assembly Passed the Bill titled as "Lawyers Welfare and Protection Act 2023". The bill will be awaiting to be an Act until the Passing of it in Senate. Sindh Assembly has already Passed the similar bill, although the bill passed by National Assembly has more Wider impact in many...

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Life imprisonment Punishment to any Person who disrespects Holy Prophet (PBUH) or his family - PPC Amendment 2023

The offense under section 298-A being an Bailable offense has now been categorized as a non-bailable offense, with punishment increasing from 3 years to life imprisonment

Honour killing of Teenager girl at City Court

At Karachi, District Court on 23rd January, Monday Teenager girl 19 years old was shot dead over ‘honour’ by her father for eloping and marrying.
The incident left Head Constable Imran Zaman and Wajid Kaleem injured. Both the injured were taken to Civil Hospital Karachi along with the girl’s body.

Health Insurance Program For Lawyer Paused For Reconsideration By Sindh Bar Council

Assault on Headmistress of Government Boys Primary School - Badin

Murder of Ex-President SCBA Latif Afridi

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Barrister Shehzad Ata Elahi is the new Attorney General of Pakistan

On Thursday, 2nd February Ministry of law and Justice issued notice for the appointment of the Attorney General of Pakistan which is Barrister Shehzad Ata Elahi as per Article 100(1) of the Constitution of Pakistan 1973.

Displaying Card Becomes Compulsory In City Court After Shooting Incident

KBA issued notice on 30th January 2023 for displaying a card at the front gate of the city gate. so that clients, parties, and locals could properly be checked if they are seeking court for criminal activity.

Legal Awareness Session

The legal awareness sessions were conducted by the Balochistan Bar Council, funded by UNDP, and delivered by Advocate Aster Mehak and Narmin Rind. 📍 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:

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