CJP Afridi urges generosity and kindness on Eid

He reaffirmed his commitment to the rule of law

Challans of 332 cases submitted in courts on LHC chief justice's orders

Correspondence was sent to the IG Punjab and DIG about the incompetence of officers

Journalist Waheed Murad handed over to FIA

Murad shared posts related to the Balochistan Liberation Army, alleged FIA

Court cancels hearing of Toshakhana II case

Hearing of case was scheduled for March 26 in Adiala Jail

'Anti-state' content: Journalist Mallick sent to jail on judicial remand

Journalist sent on judicial remand for allegedly airing “anti-state” content

CJP Afridi stresses judicial reforms for timely and transparent justice

Chief Justice Afridi reviewed the ongoing judicial reforms

LHC acquits rape convict after six years citing insufficient DNA report

The court's decision stated that DNA samples are not securely transferred

CJP Afridi convenes Judicial Commission meeting on April 8

Two judges of Lahore High Court would be promoted to the Supreme Court

CM Bugti lauds federal govt over development projects for Balochistan

CM Bugti also acknowledged federal government’s allocation of mega projects for Balochistan

JIT summons Aleema Khan, 16 others over social media propaganda

JIT summons Aleema Khan, 16 others over social media propaganda

Islamabad High Court seeks record of Imran Khan's jail meetings

Imran Khan has been allowed out-of-schedule meetings beyond the jail manual regulations: SP Adiala

Petition for meeting with Imran Khan yet again excluded from IHC cause list

Justice Sardar had summoned a written response from the Deputy Registrar

Salman Akram Raja highlights emerging political movement in Punjab

Pakistan is evolving into a fascist state rather than an Islamic welfare state, says PTI leader

IHC schedules cases about PTI founder's jail meetings

Three-member bench, headed by Acting Chief Justice Sardar Sarfraz Dogar, will hear cases

Federal Shariat Court declares denial of women's inheritance un-Islamic

The ruling was issued by a four-member bench, led by Justice Iqbal Hameedur Rehman

SC launches anti-corruption hotline to enhance judicial accountability

Citizens can report bribery via WhatsApp at 0326-4442444

IHC judge initiates contempt proceedings for cancelling cause list

Justice Khan remarked, "Instead of doing this, you would have blown up my court with explosives"

Justice Mandokhail laments lack of implementation of child protection laws

He emphasised that responsibilities must be fulfilled by the concerned authorities

KP govt sets up welfare fund for judicial officers

For the establishment of the fund, each judicial officer will contribute money on a monthly basis

Reema Khan moves LHC for establishment of defamation tribunals

Justice Abid Aziz Sheikh presided over the hearing.

Karachi Bar Association moves Supreme Court against IHC judges' transfer

It urges that the President lacks unchecked authority to transfer judges

SC urges federal, GB govts to resolve judges' appointments issue

SC sought the federal government's stance on the conditional withdrawal of the case by GB govt

Biological fathers must support children born out of wedlock: LHC

LHC underscores moral duty of father to take responsibility for child

IHC special bench to hear overseas Pakistanis' cases

Justice Khadim Hussain Soomro to hear cases

LHC set to hear Imran Khan's bail pleas in May 9 cases

Petitions argued that the cases were filed as part of a political victimisation

IHC orders Imran Khan's appearance through video link or in person

Reprimanding Superintendent Jail, judge remarked, "You are mocking the court."

Peshawar High Court bars arrest of Azam Swati until April 15

The court granted additional time for authorities to present the case details

Imran Khan challenges transfer of three IHC judges in Supreme Court

The petition requested the court to nullify the transfer of the three judges

Arrest warrants for KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur remain intact

The police report regarding the arrest warrants was not submitted

Super tax cases moved to constitutional bench

Islamabad, Lahore High Court were hearing intra-court appeals earlier

GHQ attack case hearing postponed until April 9

Former federal minister Azam Swati also attended the proceedings.

Court issues arrest warrants for PTI leaders in Azadi March cases

Two cases against Imran Khan and others are registered at Kohsar Police Station.

ATC extends Armaghan's physical remand in Mustafa Amir murder case

Investigating officer presented the accused before the court

Continuation of Super Tax draws court's ire

Justice Mandokhail remarked that this story would become very lengthy

IHC directs Adiala Jail authorities to present Imran Khan's power of attorney

Shoaib Shaheen argued without signed power of attorney, they could not proceed with legal matters.

LHC completes One-Link Project for FIR-to-verdict record

LHC Chief Justice Aalia Neelum initiated this project

Women judges play a key role in justice delivery: CJP Yahya Afridi

He stated that increasing representation of women in Pakistan’s judiciary is a positive development

PTI moves LHC for rally permission at Minar-e-Pakistan

The administration has not made a decision on the party’s request

SC delists all May 9 cases as Punjab govt seeks more time for prep

Zulfiqar Naqvi requested more time, stating that Punjab govt had recently appointed him as counsel

Court declares Dua Zahra, Zaheer's marriage legitimate

The court dismissed the request to declare the Nikah certificate fake

South Sudan situation deteriorating at alarming pace, UN rights body says

South Sudan situation deteriorating at alarming pace, UN rights body says

Punjab govt issues list of proscribed organisations

Punjab Home Department has urged citizens not to donate to unregistered or banned charities

LHC acquits four accused in honour killing case

The accused were facing life imprisonment and seven years of imprisonment each

PA session convened on Friday to approve Punjab Local Government Act 2025

Provincial Motor Vehicles Ordinance 2025, Punjab Control of Narcotics Bill 2025

District bar association representatives call on CJP Afridi

Interference in courts' affairs would be wrong: CJP

LHC judge Chaudhry Abdul Aziz resigns

Justice Chaudhry Abdul Aziz was due to retire in 2033

Moment of pride as LHC gets woman judge after decade

Justice Abhar Gul Khan is first civil judge to have been elevated as high court judge

Peshawar High Court grants protective bail to PTI's Faisal Javed

PHC assured Faisal Javed that he would not be arrested and could proceed with his Umrah journey

Four LHC additional judges take oath today

Chief Justice Aalia Neelum will administer the oath

Law ministry proposes plans to link 13 major jails with courts

NA Standing Committee on Law and Justice informed

Islamabad court rejects bail pleas of 22 PTI workers in Nov 26 protest case

Shahzad Gondal had reserved the verdict after hearing arguments

LHC approves 33 new civil judges

New judges include Afifa Mumtaz, Abdul Majid Shahab, Musaddiq Asghar, Zahid Bashir and others

Prosecution dissatisfied over police investigation into Mustafa Amir's murder

Department specifically requested update on four cases registered against accused

Amjad Iqbal Ranjha appointed registrar of Lahore High Court

The official notification of his appointment has been issued.

Five judges added to Supreme Court's constitutional bench

Justices Hashim Kakar, Aamer Farooq, Shakeel Ahmed, Ishtiaq Ibrahim, Salahuddin Panhwar included

Judicial Commission meeting today for appointment of additional LHC judges

Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Yahya Afridi will preside over the meeting

JCP meeting convened for LHC judges' appointments

The meeting will be chaired by Chief Justice Yahya Afridi

SC moved for national grand dialogue under judicial supervision

The petition was submitted by Engineer Qazi Muhammad Saleem, a resident of Peshawar

Punjab govt seeks more time for arguments in May 9 cases

A three-member branch, headed by Chief Justice Yahya Afridi, heard the appeals

ATC cancels Asad Umar's bail in May 9 cases

ATC Admin Judge Manzar Ali Gul heard the cases

Peshawar High Court grants protective bail to Major (R) Tahir Sadiq

The petitioner claimed that politically motivated cases have been filed against him to harass him

768 judges in Punjab agree on double shifts, 979 decline

DG District Judiciary has forwarded the judges' reports to Chief Justice Yahya Afridi

ATC indicts Omar Ayub, other PTI leaders in Mianwali Judicial Complex attack case

Defendants deny allegations, say the case is fabricated and politically motivated

Mustafa murder case: ATC judge stripped of admin powers over physical remand refusal

More revelations about the tragic case surface as police dig deep into it

IHC seeks records on contempt plea over denial of Imran Khan's meetings

Adiala Jail SP had assured Justice Sardar Ejaz Ishaq’s court that meetings would be facilitated

Govt files intra-court appeal in contempt plea against SC additional registrar

The verdict of two-member bench was beyond its constitutional jurisdiction

Judicial Commission member Akhtar Hussain resigns over appointment disputes

He wrote that due to recent controversies surrounding judicial appointments he resigned

Islamabad Bar backs Supreme Court petition against judges' transfer

Bar President issued a statement condemning the transfer of judges

LHC dismisses PTI's plea for Minar-e-Pakistan rally on March 22

LHC advised the petitioner to approach the redressal committee

Article 245 does not grant judicial powers to military, argues Imran Khan's counsel

Former prime minister Imran Khan’s lawyer Uzair Bhandari is presenting arguments

LHCBA elects Hamid Khan group's Asif Niswana as president

Biometric system used to ensure transparency in elections

Islamabad High Court Bar also challenges judges' seniority list in SC

Petition argues that judges cannot be transferred from one HC to another without public interest

Shahid Khaqan accuses politicians of breaking principles for power

Public has lost faith in three major political parties, claims former PM

SC seeks report from Nadra, ECP on voting rights for overseas Pakistanis

Imran Khan, Sheikh Rashid Ahmed had approached the top court on the matter

PTI delegation highlights grievances in rare meeting with CJP Yahya Afridi

Salman Akram Raja highlights human rights violations and misuse of the judicial system

Five IHC judges move Supreme Court against seniority list in aftermath of transfers

Justices Mohsin Kayani, Tariq Jahangiri, Babar Sattar, Ejaz Ishaq Khan, Saman Rafat file petition

IHC grants bail to over 120 PTI workers arrested during Nov 26 protest

IHC instructed all released workers to submit an affidavit at the police station

Harassment at workplace impediment to women's professional growth: Justice Mansoor

A two-member bench, headed by Justice Mansoor Ali Shah, dismisses plea of accused

May 9 cases: charge sheets submitted in Rawalpindi ATC

The court will distribute case copies to all accused, including Imran Khan, on February 27.

LHC's Bahawalpur Bench begins hearing via video link

The service has been launched on the directions of LHC Chief Justice Aalia Neelum

PM calls on CJP Justice Yahya Afridi

Afridi welcomes judicial reforms and sought suggestions from PM on improving justice system

Punjab government decides to close 17 consumer courts

Summary highlights that cases are relatively low while expenses are significantly high

LHC sets aside single-bench order to remove NADRA chairman

Petitioner contended to declare appointment of serving military officer as NADRA chairman

Court seeks report on Moonis Elahi's arrest in money laundering case

The court also extended the freeze on Moonis Elahi’s assets

Farooq Sattar urges LEAs to take action against dumper drivers

Sharjeel Memon also expressed concern over increasing number of fatal traffic accidents

Court grants time for police report on plea against PM, others

The petitioner claimed his son was allegedly murdered at D-Chowk on Nov 26

Civilians' military trial is against fundamental rights, argues Salman Akram Raja in SC

Civilians cannot be court-martialed by stripping them of their fundamental rights: Raja

CJP Afridi constitutes case management committee

CJP Afridi will chair the newly-formed six-member committee.

26th amendment to strengthen judicial independence: Barrister Aqeel

Says claims of judicial compromise are unfounded

Police report declares Salman Akram Raja, others guilty in Oct 5 violence cases

The court extended the interim bails of the accused until April 12

ATC initiates proceedings to declare Farrukh Habib, Hammad Azhar absconders

Judge remarked he would write to the ministry regarding Imran Khan's jail trial in the case.

CJP convenes JCP meeting for LHC judges' appointments

Out of eight nominated sessions judges, four will be appointed additional judges of LHC

Justice Mansoor stripped off Federal Judicial Academy's advisory role

Justice Shah had been performing advisory role in the academy for the last one year.

Will deal with reference if filed against me, says Justice Mansoor

He was speaking to media after oath-taking ceremony of seven SC judges

Fazl backs journalists against controversial PECA

Fazlur Rehman said government should not make rules for journalists

IHC acting CJ Sarfaraz Dogar's oath-taking scheduled for tomorrow

President Zardari had approved the appointment of Acting Chief Justices of the higher courts

Court seeks jail trial of Imran Khan in woman judge threat case

Advocate Sardar Masroof appeared in the court on behalf of Imran Khan

Lahore High Court summons Sanam Javed in surety bond forfeiture case

Petitioner requested that the LHC annul the order to confiscate her bonds

IHC dismisses representation filed by five judges against new seniority list

IHC dismisses representation filed by five judges against new seniority list

Imran Khan plans to write another letter to COAS next week: Aleema Khan

Khan also urged Justice Yahya Afridi to uphold rule of law

JCP appoints six SC judges amid PTI, senior judges' boycott

Justice Mansoor Ali Shah and Justice Munib Akhtar boycotted the Judicial Commission meeting

Nine additional judges take oath at Lahore High Court

Justice Aalia Neelum, administered the oath in a simple yet dignified ceremony

Lawyers, police come face to face amid SJC meeting on judges' appointments

Routes to Red Zone will remain closed due to security concerns

SC adjourns military trial case due to lawyers' absence

Jutice Aminuddin remarked that it seemed lawyers wanted people to remain in detention indefinitely

In letter to CJP, Senator Ali Zafar urges deferment of JCP meeting

Senator Zafar proposed postponing Judicial Commission meeting until seniority issue resolved

Only Parliament or Supreme Court can repeal 26th amendment: Justice Mazhar

Justice Mazhar agreed with the constitutional bench’s decision

SC judges urge suspension of new appointments until 26th Amendment ruling

Justice Mansoor, Justice Munib Akhtar, Justice Ayesha Malik, and Justice Athar Minallah wrote letter

Justice Mansoor calls for climate diplomacy to cope with challenges

He was addressing an international conference on climate change

Bushra Bibi files pre-arrest bail in November 26 protest case

Case was registered against her under Peaceful Assembly and Public Order Act 2024

Supreme Court disposes of 3,000 pending cases during 100 days of CJP

Apex court decided 8,174 cases while 4,963 new cases registered

Adiala Jail superintendent summoned after CM Gandapur denied meeting with Imran Khan

Court summoned Adiala Jail superintendent in person and adjourned hearing until Feb 12

LHC summons CTO over poor traffic arrangements in Lahore during matches

Justice Shahid Karim of LHC conducted the hearing

JCP approves 9 LHC additional judges

The Lahore High Court has a total of 60 judge positions, but until now, only 34 judges were serving

PFUJ challenges PECA in Islamabad High Court

It argued that PECA law is unconstitutional, illegal, and a direct attack on press freedom.

Major reshuffle in IHC after appointment of three new judges

Justice Dogar replaces Justice Kayani as administrative judge for ATC, accountability courts

PECA 2025 challenged in SC with prayer for full court formation

Muhammad Qayyum Khan, a citizen, filed the plea

CJP Afridi, LHC CJ Aalia Neelum discuss judicial matters

Federal Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar was also present during the meeting.

10 new additional judges take oath at Peshawar High Court

The oath was administered by Chief Justice Ishtiaq Ibrahim

Supreme Court questions jurisdiction of military courts over civilians

Raja stated that every eight to ten years, efforts were made to undermine judicial autonomy

PTI leader Azam Khan Swati released from Attock Jail

Lahore High Court granted bail two days ago

Fazlur Rehman assures journalists of support regarding PECA bill

Journalists should have been involved in the decision-making process: JUI-F Chief

New Toshakhana case against Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi adjourned until Feb 10

PTI founder and Bushra Bibi were present in courtroom

PM Shehbaz acknowledges resurgence of terrorism in country

PM said 23 militants were neutralised and 18 security personnel embraced martyrdom

CJP Afridi welcomes judges' transfer to Islamabad High Court

The chief justice says Islamabad is a symbol of federation

Sindh, Balochistan high court bar associations welcome appointment of judges from other provinces to IHC

Bar presidents described the inclusion of judges from smaller provinces as a positive development

LHC issues judges' seniority list after Justice Sarfraz Dogar's transfer

20 judges have advanced one position in the seniority hierarchy

Bar associations announce drive against transfer of provincial judges to IHC

Term the decision an 'attack' on independence of judiciary

Judicial Commission approves appointment of 10 additional judges for PHC

The commission reviewed 40 candidates before finalising the appointments

Three judges from provincial high courts to be transferred to Islamabad High Court

Justice Dogar is likely to be appointed as the next Chief Justice at IHC

LHC expresses concern over declining groundwater levels

Court also blamed PDMA for its lack of action

Kurram jirga stresses need to implement peace agreement

KP CS underscored collective responsibility of both government and locals

IHC summons attorney general in missing persons case

Mandates attorney general’s personal appearance at the next hearing on March 6

Man sentenced to death for raping, murdering 7-year-old girl in Lahore

FIR was lodged after public protests and police investigations confirmed the abuse and murder

12 additional SHC judges take oath

With the appointment of these 12 additional judges, the total number of judges in the SHC now are 40

Justice Mansoor Ali Shah calls for adopting arbitration instead of moving courts

As many as 2.4 million cases are pending in the lower courts

IHC rejects Imran Khan's request for transfer of new Toshakhana case to other bench

The court has sought further assistance on the objection point and adjourned hearing indefinitely

SC Additional Registrar Nazar Abbas reinstated

Abbas was removed after issue arose regarding non-listing of benches case

Journalists demand repeal of PECA hours after Senate passes bill amid outcry

Afzal Butt, Arshad Ansari, and Dunya Media Group MD Naveed Kashif participate in protests

Federal govt to challenge Justice Mansoor Ali Shah's decision on full court formation

Attorney General Mansoor Awan informed the court of the federal government’s stance

PFUJ announces nationwide protests against PECA bill

Union will invite Pakistan's legal fraternity, civil society, Human Rights for freedom of expression

ATC rejects Imran Khan's acquittal plea in GHQ attack case

The prosecutor also pointed out that Sheikh Rashid’s acquittal plea had been rejected by the ATC

Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi challenge conviction in 190m pound reference

NCA officials were not investigated, prosecution failed to present complete evidence

ATC rejects acquittal pleas of two suspects in GHQ attack case

Judge Amjad Ali Shah heard the acquittal pleas filed by Ajmal Sabir and Sohail Irfan Abbasi

Justice Ayesha Malik refuses to hear case related to customs act

Justice Malik remarked that she will give reasons for her recusal

IHC to hear Khawar Maneka's appeal against Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi's acquittal in Iddat case

The hearing will be conducted by the newly appointed Justice Azam Khan

Mansoor Ali Shah stresses alternative ways for litigants

Says the number of judges is quite low

LHC orders increase in commercial water tariff

Commercial water users should be increased to Rs15,000-20,000.

No one will evade action in mega graft of 190m pounds, says Khawaja Asif

PTI should explain how public money ended up in their accounts, asks minister

JCP approves 12 additional judges for Sindh High Court

Jafar Raza, Hasan Akbar, Abdul Hameed, Tasneem Sultana, Khalid Hussain, Usman Ali Hadi, others

Omar Ayub expresses reservations over Digital Nation Pakistan Bill

Bill is a big ban on freedom of press and civil liberties, says Opposition leader

SC reserves verdict in additional registrar contempt case

Justice Aqeel Abbasi remarked that there seems to be confusion regarding the issue

Judicial commission meeting under CJP Yahya Afridi today

The agenda includes the appointment of 12 additional judges to Sindh High Court

ATC records statements of four witnesses in GHQ attack case

Court issued notice to Mishal Yousafzai, PTI chairman's counsel for appearing despite suspension

PHC grants protective bail to Raoof Hasan, Naeem Haider Panjutha

The court granted the petitioners protective bail until Feb 6

Retired Justice Faqir Muhammad Khokhar to head Missing Persons Commission

Justice Mandokhail noted existing laws already outlaw enforced disappearances

Supreme Court adjourns overseas Pakistanis voting rights case for two weeks

Sheikh Rashid's lawyer emphasised the significance of granting voting rights to overseas Pakistanis

190m pounds scam was an open and shut case: Atta Tarar

PTI founder Imran Khan failed to prove his innocence in the case

Justice Shah questions case removal, says fear shouldn't influence court decisions

Justice Shah instructed Nazar Abbas to submit a written response by the end of the day

LHC CJ Aalia Neelum inaugurates Judicial Rest House in Lahore

The project was completed at a cost of Rs3.6 billion

Mustafa Nawaz blames government for worsening political crisis

Asad Qaiser said country could progress under rule of law only

Supreme Court removes additional registrar over 'blunder'

Nazar Abbas was found guilty of scheduling constitutional bench case before regular bench

IHC raises concerns over ECP's power to replace tribunal

Court also extended stay order, restraining newly-appointed retired judge until February 6

Cases potentially unfavorable to govt are reassigned, remarks Justice Shah

Supreme Court summons Attorney General in bench powers case

CJP Afridi goes on leave for 'personal reasons'

According to sources, the CJP would not be a part of any bench during this week

SC benches' powers: three judges write letter to Chief Justice Afridi over not fixing case

Justice Mansoor Ali Shah, Justice Ayesha Malik and Justice Aqeel Ahmed Abbasi have written letter

Supreme Court to hear petitions against 26th Amendment on Jan 27

PTI, others challenged the 26th Amendment in top court

LHC summons top officials in rape case

A rape occurs every 15 minutes in Punjab, report

Two additional judges sworn in at Islamabad High Court

Event was attended by judges, judicial officers, representatives of the Bar Council, Bar Association

Justice Mandokhail raises questions over PTI's election rigging claims

A six-member constitutional bench conducted the hearing

SC issues notices to govt for student unions in universities

Justice Musarrat Hilali remarked that politics in our country have generally become aggressive

Everyone, including chief justice, are bound to follow court orders: Justice Aqeel Abbasi

Court demands any written instructions related to the changes in cause list

Military court trial case delisted by Supreme Court

The case was delisted due to unavailability of the seven-member larger bench

Ziaul Haq's era was most dreadful in our history, says Justice Athar Minallah

He mentioned the establishment of torture cells in Lahore's Shahi Qila

Justice Jamal Mandokhail to hear 20 cases in-chamber next week

A request to nullify Article 63-A of the Constitution, will be heard on January 22

Two Supreme Court judges shot dead in Tehran, Iranian judiciary says

Attacker killed himself after opening fire at the judges inside the Supreme Court

LHC seeks smog mitigation measures from departments

Court also ordered WASA to set timeline for installing water meters

PTI founder failed to prove his innocence: Atta Tarar

Tarar regretted the use of religion card in the Al-Qadir Trust case

CJP chairs JCP meeting for appointment of judges in IHC, BHC

20 names under consideration for the appointment of 4 additional judges to the IHC

LHC CJ Aaliya Neelum inaugurates judicial complex in Kasur

Sessions Judge Tariq Javed briefed the chief justice on the pending cases.

Only 5.33pc of sexual assault suspects in Punjab convicted over three years: report

Ten months of 2024 saw 3,678 rape cases registered, 2,498 arrested, 178 convicted

Verdict in 190m pound case to be announced tomorrow

Accountability Court Judge Nasir Javed Rana will deliver the reserved judgement

Refusal to provide military court records sparks SC's stern remarks

SC criticised the govt's counsel's refusal to provide the case records, stating it was inappropriate

SC bench dissolved during hearing of 26th constitutional amendment case

Justice Mansoor Ali Shah further stated that the case would now require a new bench to continue

Court clears Moonis Elahi of murder charges

The case was registered on June 29, 2023

SC questions need for constitutional amendment for military court trials of terrorists

Justice Mandokhail remarked that intention behind the crime was a crucial factor

Uzair Baloch acquitted in murder case

Lawyer says Uzair has no connection with case and was implicated in it

LHC chief justice's online case tracking initiative to help lawyers, litigants

The LHC will be the first high court of Pakistan to initiate this step

SC bench sees 'security failure' in Jinnah House attack

Justice Mandokhail noted that Army Act's scope could extend to almost anyone

CJP Afridi calls for constructive criticism on judges

He was talking to a delegation of Supreme Court Press Association

Delay in Al-Qadir Trust verdict not linked to any deal, says Barrister Gohar

Gohar says Al-Qadir Trust case is politically motivated

Islamabad High Court issues judges' roster for upcoming week

Justice Saman Rafat Imtiaz would be on leave for the week.

Satisfy court on trial in military courts: Justice Mandokhail

Justice Mandokhail put the question to the defense ministry counsel