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FBR’s I&I-IR Raids Leading Tax Consultancy Firm Linked to Sindh High Court Advocates
In a significant development, the Directorate of Intelligence & Investigation-Inland Revenue (I&I-IR) of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) executed a raid on the premises
December 11, 2023
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Law and Justice Commission of Pakistan Proposes New Section 10A in Financial Institutions (Recovery of Finances) Ordinance, 2001 to Introduce ADR Mechanism for Banking Disputes
In a move aimed at reducing the growing burden of banking litigation and accelerating the recovery of financial claims, the Law and Justice Commission of
June 19, 2026

Supreme Court Withdraws Austerity Measures, Restores Full Working Week from June 15
June 26, 2026
The Supreme Court of Pakistan has officially withdrawn the austerity measures imposed on March 10, 2026, restoring full court operations effective from June 15, 2026. The decision, issued with the approval of Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi, ends the four-day working week and other cost-cutting protocols adopted during the energy crisis triggered by the Iran-US conflict . An official notification confirms that the earlier directive has been rescinded and

Justice Munib Akhtar Takes Oath as Acting Chief Justice of Pakistan
June 24, 2026
Honโble Mr. Justice Munib Akhtar, Senior Puisne Judge of the Supreme Court of Pakistan, took oath as the Acting Chief Justice of Pakistan on Monday, June 22, 2026. The oath was administered by Honโble Mr. Justice Muhammad Shafi Siddiqui in a simple and dignified ceremony held at the Supreme Court Branch Registry, Karachi. Justice Munib Akhtar will perform the duties of the Chief Justice of Pakistan during the

SJC Extends Code of Conduct to Constitutional Court Judges, Eases Restrictions on Public Functions, and Revises Judicial Interference Reporting Framework
June 20, 2026
The Supreme Judicial Council (SJC), in its meeting held on June 11, 2026, under the chairmanship of the Chief Justice of Pakistan and Chairperson of the Council, approved three significant amendments to the Code of Conduct governing judges of the superior judiciary. The amendments formally extend the Code to judges of the Federal Constitutional Court, revise restrictions on judges’ attendance at public functions, and introduce a new framework for reporting

Law and Justice Commission of Pakistan Proposes New Section 10A in Financial Institutions (Recovery of Finances) Ordinance, 2001 to Introduce ADR Mechanism for Banking Disputes
June 19, 2026
In a move aimed at reducing the growing burden of banking litigation and accelerating the recovery of financial claims, the Law and Justice Commission of Pakistan (LJCP), chaired by the Honโble Chief Justice of Pakistan, has approved the proposed insertion of Section 10A into the Financial Institutions (Recovery of Finances) Ordinance, 2001, introducing a formal Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) framework for banking disputes. The proposed amendment seeks to provide banks,

Karachi Bar Association Elections 2026 to Adopt Biometric Voting System
June 12, 2026
The forthcoming Karachi Bar Association (KBA) Elections 2026 will be conducted through a biometric voting system, marking a significant step towards ensuring transparency and credibility in the electoral process. In this regard, the Sindh Bar Council, through a notification issued on June 8, directed members to provide their biometric thumb impressions from June 9 at the Consultancy Hall, District Courts Karachi. The biometric verification process is being carried out to

Quetta Bar Association Observes Court Boycott in Support of Strike Against Attacks on Mineral Transport Vehicles
June 12, 2026
The Quetta Bar Association observed a boycott of court proceedings on June 11 in support of the wheel-jam and shutter-down strike called by the Chamber of Commerce and other trade bodies against the worsening security situation affecting businesses an The Quetta Bar Association observed a boycott of court proceedings on June 11 in support of the wheel-jam and shutter-down strike called by the Chamber of Commerce and other trade bodies

Supreme Court Announces 2026 Summer Vacation Schedule, Judges to Sit Longer at Principal Seat
June 12, 2026
The Supreme Court of Pakistan has announced its Summer Vacation Schedule for 2026. Under the new arrangement, judges of the apex court have agreed to maximize their sitting period at the Principal Seat in Islamabad during the summer recess while reducing the sitting period, if any, at the Branch Registries. According to an official statement, the decision was taken after consultation among the Honโble Judges at the request of the

Quetta Bar Association Hosts Tea Party in Honour of Balochistan High Court Judges
June 9, 2026
A tea party was organized at the District Court Kacheri by the Quetta Bar Association in honor of esteemed judges of the Balochistan High Court. The event was attended by the Honโble Chief Justice of the Balochistan High Court, Mr. Justice Muhammad Kamran Khan Malakhail, Senior Puisne Judge Mr. Justice Iqbal Ahmed Kasi, and Mr. Justice Muhammad Amir Nawaz Rana. The ceremony was also graced by the Registrar of the

Young Lawyers of Quetta Bar Association Complete Intensive Five-Day Legal Training Programme
June 5, 2026
A comprehensive five-day training programme for young lawyers of the Quetta Bar Association concluded on Friday after providing participants with extensive exposure to practical and procedural aspects of legal practice. Conducted from June 1 to 5, the programme featured lectures, discussions, and interactive sessions aimed at enhancing the professional competence of young members of the legal fraternity. The programme brought together an eminent panel of trainers, including former Supreme Court

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.
Sindh Bar Council Bonded into Contract with Sindh Insurance Company for Health Insurance Program
Justice Qazi Faez Isa issued clarification of misapprehension during Oath Ceremony of FSC Chief Justice
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Karachi Bar Association Executive Committee taking Oath Ceremony in Presence of CM of Sindh
SC Annulled Notification and Formation of Judicial Commission inquiring Audio Leak and Phone Tapping
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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 โ Justice Musarrat Hilali
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SBC PASSED RESOLUTION AGAINST PROTOCOL FOR HIGH TREASON CONVICTED GENERAL MUSHARRAF
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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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.
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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. ย ย ย ย 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.

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 โhonourโ by her father for eloping and marrying.
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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.

Chief Ministers Sign Islamabad Declaration on Prison Reforms, Repeat Pledges Instead of Announcing New Measures
The Chief Ministers of Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan signed the Islamabad Declaration on Prison Reform at the conclusion of the National Conference on

Chief Justice of Pakistan Represents Country at Global Legal Forum in Russia
The Chief Justice of Pakistan led the Pakistani delegation to the 14th St. Petersburg International Legal Forum (SPILF), held from June 24 to 26 in

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Does Pakistan Need a Separate Constitutional Court?
Does Pakistan Need a Separate Constitutional Court? The proposal to establish a separate Constitutional Court in Pakistan has sparked a vigorous and often contentious debate.
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ICC Judges Sue Trump Administration Over Sanctions, Call Measures “Financial Death Penalty”
In an unprecedented legal move, three sitting judges of the International Criminal Court (ICC) have filed a lawsuit against President Donald Trump and senior members

Video Link system inaugurated in Chitral to facilitate Advocates to connect with Peshawar High Court
A video link facility was inaugurated today to connect advocates in Lower Chitral with the Peshawar High Court’s Mingora Bench in Swat. The facility was


Sindh Bar Council Announces Province-Wide Strike on June 27 Over Harrasment and re-arrest of Advocates Idris Alvi and Muhammad Salman
The Sindh Bar Council has announced a province-wide strike on June 27, 2026, condemning rising harassment, violence, and unlawful treatment of lawyers across Sindh. The

Supreme Court Withdraws Austerity Measures, Restores Full Working Week from June 15
The Supreme Court of Pakistan has officially withdrawn the austerity measures imposed on March 10, 2026, restoring full court operations effective from June 15, 2026.














