Pakistan SJC Amends Judges' Code of Conduct
The Supreme Judicial Council of Pakistan has decided to amend the Code of Conduct for Judges and discussed procedural rules, deferring the matter for further deliberation.
The Supreme Judicial Council of Pakistan has decided to amend the Code of Conduct for Judges and discussed procedural rules, deferring the matter for further deliberation.
Chief Justice of Pakistan chaired the 60th NJPMC meeting at the Supreme Court, reviewing judicial reforms, case disposal performance, and measures to improve access to justice.
The Supreme Court of Pakistan reinstated PTI founder's right to defend in a defamation case filed by PM Shehbaz Sharif, overturning earlier trial and high court rulings.
Supreme Court restores Imran Khan's right of defence in Shehbaz Sharif's defamation suit, setting aside lower court orders. The case involves 2017 allegations of bribery.
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RecommendedThe Supreme Court of Pakistan acquitted two convicts in the Baldia Town factory fire case, citing benefit of doubt. The 2012 blaze killed 264 people.
Islamabad High Court grants interim bail to PTI activist Seemabia Tahir in a PECA case, restraining FIA from arresting her and seeking the agency's response.
Legal experts say the biggest challenge for Pakistan's superior judiciary is to curb increasing executive influence, as the National Judicial Policy Making Committee meets to review reforms amid concerns over judicial independence.
Lawyers in Islamabad demand judges from the city, criticize corruption in district judiciary, and warn of nationwide convention if demands are not met.
The Supreme Court of Pakistan ruled that an air crash caused by negligence or technical malfunction resulting in death is culpable homicide, not murder, due to lack of intention.
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RecommendedThe Supreme Court of Pakistan ruled that a co-owner can file an eviction petition without all co-owners being parties, dismissing tenants' appeals in a Quetta property dispute.
The Lahore High Court upheld the death sentence of a convict in a rape, murder, and evidence-tampering case, dismissing his appeal and affirming the trial court's verdict.
Office-bearers of IHCBA, IBC, and IDBA held a joint press conference, alleging corruption in district judiciary and demanding structural reforms, including judge transfers and local appointments to IHC.
An accountability court in Rawalpindi indicted former Punjab CM Parvez Elahi and 13 others for illegally transferring 1,170 kanals of forest land to a housing society. All pleaded not guilty.
The Lahore High Court dismissed a petition challenging electricity tariffs, ruling that courts cannot act as regulators or policymakers in economic matters.
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RecommendedIslamabad's District & Sessions Court granted post-arrest bail to Dr Nadir and another accused in the illegal kidney transplant case, despite FIA opposition. They were released on Rs100,000 surety bonds each.
The Supreme Court upheld life imprisonment for Abdul Mannan in an acid attack on Iqra Parveen, rejecting juvenility as a defense, and ordered compensation, fast trials, and a ban on open acid sale.
Pakistan's Supreme Court commuted Afshan Sahar's life sentence to 14 years, citing domestic violence and economic coercion as mitigating factors.
Police registered a case after a video of alleged mujra and indecent acts at Rawalpindi Judicial Complex went viral. The complaint was filed by the court watchman.
A Karachi court orders interim challan in the Cocaine Queen case involving Anmol alias Pinky, while another court defers bail decision for her alleged facilitators until June 10.
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RecommendedThe Federal Constitutional Court rules that revenue authorities must conduct a comparative evaluation of candidates for lambardar appointments, setting aside a previous appointment for non-compliance with statutory requirements.
The AJK Supreme Court ruled that 12 reserved refugee seats in the Legislative Assembly are constitutionally protected and cannot be changed via administrative measures or protests.
Commissioner Dera Ghazi Khan chaired a meeting on Muharram arrangements, focusing on security, cleanliness, and facilities for mourners, with directives for timely completion and inter-departmental coordination.
Sindh High Court seeks responses from Sindh government, KMC, PECHS over demolition of boundary wall on disputed plot near Hill Park, citing lack of legal notice.
Islamabad High Court rules government's decision to stop overseas postings of Trade and Investment Officers based on intelligence report as illegal, orders postings.
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RecommendedThe Judicial Commission of Pakistan will meet on June 11 to approve new rules for judicial appointments, including interview mechanisms for high court judges.
The Federal Constitutional Court ruled that appointments to public offices must conform to fairness, transparency, and merit-based governance, setting aside a BISE chairman's appointment.
Lahore sessions court grants interim pre-arrest bail to PML-N MPA Saqib Khan Chaddar in a case involving cyber harassment, blackmail, and death threats against actress Momina Iqbal.
The Federal Constitutional Court ruled that appointments to public offices must conform to constitutional standards of fairness, transparency, integrity, and merit-based governance.
Lahore High Court rules that a wife's rights under a marriage contract must be honored, emphasizing Nikahnama terms must be interpreted as intended by both parties.
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RecommendedA Singapore International Mediation Centre delegation led by CEO Chuan Wee Meng called on Pakistan's Chief Justice to discuss strengthening the Alternative Dispute Resolution system.