Category : Judicial Matters


Altaf Hussain Found Guilty by UK Court in Absentia

Muttahida Qaumi Movement founder Altaf Hussain convicted by London court for 2016 incendiary speech. Case highlights legal accountability for Pakistani politicians abroad. Read full analysis.

Interpol Red Notice Issued for Moonis Elahi

Interpol has approved Pakistan's request for a Red Notice against Moonis Elahi in a money laundering case. The PTI leader faces international police tracking.

Court orders action in 840 kanal land fraud case

Rawalpindi judge directs ACE to prosecute revenue officials for illegally changing ownership of 840 kanal ancestral land in Timmer Ratial. Legal action initiated against alleged land grabbers.

SC Acquits Two Brothers After 20 Years in Prison

Pakistan Supreme Court acquits Abdul Aziz Khan and Mangla Khan after 20 years imprisonment in 2005 PIDC bombing case. Court cites prosecution's failure to present reliable evidence and investigative flaws.

First Federal Court Chief Justice Takes Oath

Justice Shahid Bilal Hassan sworn in as first Chief Justice of Federal Court of Appeal. Historic moment marks operational start of Federal Constitutional Court in Pakistan.

Sindh High Court Judges Protest Constitutional Amendment

Sindh High Court faces partial paralysis as judges protest 27th constitutional amendment. Lawyers declare nationwide strike, warning amendment abolishes Supreme Court's authority. Full coverage of judicial crisis.

NAB auctions Mufti Ehsan assets, recovers Rs. 214M

NAB Rawalpindi's transparent auction of confiscated assets in Mufti Ehsan case generates over Rs. 214 million. Funds to be distributed among affectees as DG reaffirms commitment to accountability.

LHC Judge Steps Down from Ducky Bhai Bail Case

Justice Farooq Haider recuses himself from Saadur Rehman's bail hearing. Case transferred to new bench as YouTuber faces PECA and PPC charges for promoting betting apps. Details inside.

Pakistan Courts Digital Transformation by 2026

Pakistan's Chief Justice chairs high-level meeting to digitize courts nationwide by August 2026. E-courts, solar power, and citizen-centric reforms announced. Read the full plan.

10 NCCIA Officers Named in FIA Corruption Case

FIA registers corruption case against 10 NCCIA officers and foreign nationals over alleged illegal appointments and document forgery. Investigation reveals serious violations.

Petition Challenges 27th Amendment in Supreme Court

A constitutional petition filed in the Supreme Court's Karachi Registry challenges the proposed 27th Amendment, arguing it threatens judicial independence. Read the full details and implications.

Court Withdraws Arrest Warrants Against Imaan Mazari

In a significant legal development, the Islamabad High Court has revoked arrest warrants for lawyer Imaan Mazari and journalist Jamil, providing relief in the contempt case involving a tweet about Judge Humayun Dilawar.

IHC Transfers Audio Leaks Case to Justice Kayani Bench

In a significant judicial development, the Islamabad High Court has reassigned the high-profile audio leaks case to Justice Mohsin Akhtar Kayani's bench, marking a pivotal moment in Pakistan's ongoing transparency and privacy debate.

Supreme Court Initiates Major Bureaucratic Reshuffle

Pakistan's Supreme Court initiates significant bureaucratic reshuffle affecting 13 senior officers including Establishment Division Secretary. Key positions see new appointments in major administrative overhaul.

SC: Cantt Boards Can't Tax Federal Properties

Pakistan's Supreme Court delivers crucial verdict prohibiting cantonment boards from imposing taxes on federal government properties, settling long-standing legal dispute.

IHC Reserves Verdict in Missing NCIA Official Case

The Islamabad High Court has reserved its verdict on a petition seeking the recovery of missing NCIA Deputy Director Nasir Minhas, directing authorities to produce concrete evidence by November 6.

IHC to hear judicial misconduct plea in November

The Islamabad High Court will hear a significant plea alleging judicial misconduct in the second week of November, marking a crucial development in Pakistan's judicial accountability process.

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