The Supreme Court (SC) of Pakistan has recently permitted military courts to issue verdicts for 85 accused civilians. However, the implementation of these rulings has been made contingent on the final decision of an ongoing constitutional case. This landmark development underscores the complexities of military justice and its intersection with civilian rights under Pakistan’s legal […]
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Justice Afridi Becomes Pakistan’s 30th Chief Justice
Justice Yahya Afridi Appointed as Pakistan’s 30th Chief Justice In a significant development for Pakistan’s judicial system, President Asif Ali Zardari has officially appointed Justice Yahya Afridi as the 30th Chief Justice of Pakistan. This historic appointment will take effect from October 26, 2024, marking a new chapter in the country’s legal landscape. Justice Afridi, […]
Chief Justice Isa Preps For Retirement
Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa Prepares for Retirement: A Legacy of Upholding Justice As Chief Justice of Pakistan, Qazi Faez Isa approaches his retirement on October 25, 2024, upon reaching the age of superannuation, he transitions into “chamber work,” preparing to leave behind a legacy of integrity, judicial reform, and unyielding commitment to justice. During […]
SUPREME COURT WARNS: DELAYS WON’T BLOCK RESERVED SEATS VERDICT
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistani Supreme Court has warned of dire repercussions if its verdict over the reserved seats issue is not carried out, criticising the delay in doing so. Following its ruling on the Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) reserved seat issue, an eight-judge court directed the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) to promptly provide the list […]