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All Judges of Sindh High Court to Be Treated as Part of Constitutional Bench for Expedited Case Disposal

In a significant development, all Judges of the Sindh High Court will now be treated as part of the Constitutional Bench of the Court for the expeditious disposal of cases, as per recent directions issued by the Supreme Court of Pakistan. On 5th November 2024, a Divisional Bench comprising Hon’ble Chief Justice and Hon’ble Mr. Justice Jawad Akbar Sarwana passed a crucial order in C.P. No. 5593 of 2024, stating

Civil Judges & Judicial Magistrates Promoted to Senior Civil Judges/Assistant Sessions Judges

In a significant move to enhance the judicial system, the promotion of several Civil Judges and Judicial Magistrates to the positions of Senior Civil Judges/Assistant Sessions Judges has been announced. This decision comes after a detailed evaluation of the performance, conduct, and Annual Confidential Reports (ACRs) of the concerned officers. The promotion was unanimously recommended by the relevant authorities, aiming to further strengthen the judiciary with competent and experienced legal

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Sindh Assembly Passes Resolution for Constitutional Bench in Sindh High Court Following 26th Amendment

KARACHI: November 4, 2024 – In a historic move aimed at decentralizing judicial authority and improving access to justice, the Sindh Assembly has passed a resolution to establish a Constitutional Bench within the Sindh High Court. The new bench will be set up in key cities across the province, including Karachi, Hyderabad, Mirpurkhas, Sukkur, and Larkana, ensuring wider accessibility to the court for the people of Sindh.   The formation

Sindh High Court Accepts Petitions Against 26th Amendment

Karachi — In a significant legal development, the Sindh High Court has accepted petitions challenging the recently enacted 26th Amendment to the Constitution of Pakistan. The petitions were filed by advocates Mr. Ali Tahir and Mr. Ebrahim Saifuddin, along with their colleagues. The petitions argue that the 26th Amendment undermines the independence of the judiciary by allowing the executive to influence judicial processes. The petitioners contend that the amendment allows

Supreme Court Bar Cabinet Meets Sindh Chief Minister to Discuss Lawyers Hostel

Karachi: The Cabinet of the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) met with Chief Minister of Sindh, Syed Murad Ali Shah, to discuss the allocation of a plot for the construction of a Supreme Court Lawyers Hostel in Karachi. The meeting was held at the Chief Minister’s House and aimed at enhancing facilities for legal professionals in the region. The SCBA Cabinet was led by President Mr. Shahzad Shoukat and Secretary

Supreme Court Bar Association Elections Set for October 29th: Candidates Gear Up for Final Push

The Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) is abuzz with anticipation as it prepares for its upcoming elections on October 29th. With just one day remaining for campaigning, the excitement among members is palpable. The final list of candidates was issued on October 19th, revealing a competitive race for the presidency. This year, the contest features two candidates from Balochistan: Mian Muhammad Rauf Atta from the Asma Jahangir group and Munir

Former Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa Departs for UK Immediately After Retirement

In a swift transition following his retirement, former Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa left for the UK just one day after stepping down from his position on the Supreme Court. Isa, accompanied by his wife, departed from Islamabad Airport on Friday, adhering to standard security protocols, which included an assigned protocol staff. Justice Isa completed his term on the Supreme Court bench on Thursday, marking the end of

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.

Bar Councils - Resolutions/Notices

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.

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