The Supreme Court of Pakistan has made a clear statement: no one can be arrested without a First Information Report (FIR). Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhail emphasized that detentions also require a magistrate’s order. He shared these views while hearing appeals related to civilian trials in military courts. A seven-member constitutional bench, led by Justice Aminuddin […]
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Supreme court questions distribution of super tax funds to provinces
The Supreme Court of Pakistan raised important questions about the distribution of super tax funds during a recent hearing. A five-member constitutional bench, led by Justice Aminuddin Khan, examined whether the federal government has the authority to allocate these funds to provinces. This discussion focused on the legality of the super tax and its distribution. […]
Supreme court demands detailed report on forest lands from government
The Supreme Court of Pakistan required detailed reports from the federal government and all provinces regarding forest lands. The case was addressed by a five-member constitutional bench led by Justice Aminuddin Khan. The court emphasized the need for information on lands that are either occupied or up for auction. During the hearing, Justice Jamal Khan […]
Supreme court orders quick trials for may 9 cases
The Supreme Court of Pakistan has directed trial courts to finalize cases from the May 9 incidents within four months. A three-member bench, led by Chief Justice Yahya Afridi, issued this order during a hearing on bail cancellation appeals. This directive aims to speed up proceedings amid concerns about delays in these important trials. During […]
Justice Mandokhail Highlights Weak Enforcement of Child Abduction Laws
Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhail of the Supreme Court of Pakistan raised concerns about the enforcement of child abduction laws. During a hearing on a suo motu case, he noted that while laws exist, they are not being enforced properly. His comments came as the court looked into the serious issue of child abductions happening across […]
Supreme Court calls for resolution on judges’ appointments in Gilgit-Baltistan
The Supreme Court of Pakistan has urged both the federal and Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) governments to collaboratively resolve issues regarding judicial appointments. During a recent hearing, Justice Jamal Mandokhail highlighted the need for government cooperation. He questioned why governments require guidance on such matters. The court is seeking the federal government’s position on the GB government’s […]
Journalists’ harassment: SC orders FIA and AGs to submit reports
On the incidents of torture and harassment of journalists during the past year, the Supreme Court has ordered the provincial advocate generals and FIA to submit reports. On Thursday the apex court released the written order of its hearing of Sept 13 suo motu notice of the journalists’ harassment case. The Federal Investigation Agency DG, Pemra chairman, […]
SC rules, women must claim right to inheritance in their lifetime
ISLAMABAD: The women must claim their right to inheritance in their lifetime, Supreme Court said in a ruling on Thursday. A bench of the apex court said in its verdict over the women’s right to inherit that if they fail to claim inheritance in their lifetime, their children cannot lay a claim. The Supreme Court […]
Sindh government issued notice by SC in Daniel Pearl case
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan issued a notice to the Sindh government on Wednesday to probe into the lack of medical and other facilities being provided to the accused of the Daniel Pearl murder case. The notice was issued following a complaint filed by three of the accused members who said that the provincial […]
President for swift electoral reforms to introduce i-voting for expatriates
ISLAMABAD: President Dr. Arif Alvi Monday stressed the need to expedite electoral reforms in line with the Supreme Court of Pakistan’s directives to enable overseas Pakistanis to cast their votes through internet voting. The president, chairing a meeting to discuss the requirements and specifications of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), said the Federal Government wanted to […]