Punjab govt draws SC's ire over dilly-dallying in GHQ attack case against Sheikh Rashid

Says adjournments would only be granted in the event of the death of a judge, lawyer, or the accused

Justice must prevail in Sanam Javed's May 9 case, says judge

Justice Kakar noted that the LHC judge appeared to have acted in anger

Justice Mansoor Ali Shah takes oath as acting CJP

Justice Munib Akhtar administered oath to Shah

Justice Mansoor Ali Shah to take oath as acting CJP on April 21

Justice Muneeb Akhtar will administer oath to Justice Shah

Travesty of justice prevailing over country, deplores Sheikh Rashid

He emphasised that a fair trial was essential to uphold justice

SC clubs May 9 cases of Imran Khan, Omar Sarfaraz Cheema

Cheema’s counsel said police arrested his client first and then registered a case against him

Constitutional bench questions legitimacy of military courts

The constitutional bench directed Haris to complete his rebuttal by tomorrow

CJP assures protection of accused's rights in May 9 cases

Khosa also informed the court that 500 cases related to May 9 events were under trial

Supreme Court turns down plea to issue written order to meet PTI founder

Special Prosecutor said polygraph, voice matching tests of PTI founder were required

CJP questions need for Sanam Javed's physical remand in May 9 case

SC issued a notice to Sanam Javed and adjourned further hearing

Justice Ali Baqar Najafi takes oath as Supreme Court judge

Total number of judges of the top court has increased to 26

Farewell ceremony held for LHC's Ali Baqar Najafi upon his elevation to SC

The ceremony was held at the Judges Lawn where LHC judges heaped praise on Najafi services

Completing trials in four months is humanly impossible, Babar Awan

Awan argued that deadline for trial completion was creating logistical difficulties for the accused

CJP Afridi summons JCP meeting on April 18

The meeting will discuss the nomination of two more judges for constitutional bench.

SC constitutional bench serves notice on acting IHC CJ, two other judges in transfer case

The five-member bench headed by Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar heard the petitions

SC directs completion of May 9 events trial within four months

The court disposed of the Punjab government's appeals with a directive

JCP approves four retired judges as members

Justices (retd) Shakirullah Jan, Nazir Lango, Maqbool Baqar, Shaukat Siddiqui included

SC weighs in on use of AI in judicial system

The verdict clarified that AI was merely a facilitation tool

Supreme Court says Trump administration must work to bring back mistakenly deported Maryland man

The administration has conceded that it made a mistake in sending him to El Salvador

Judicial Commission meeting to be held today

The proposal includes bringing two judges from the Lahore High Court (LHC) to the SC.

SC questions lack of independent forum for military trials

Do cases go to military courts because harsher punishments are expected there, asks judge

SC to hear contempt case against Firdous Ashiq Awan

Awan had made remarks pertaining to former CJ Faez Isa

Civilians' trial in military courts: SC questions govt's lack of trust on institutions

Do the federation, provinces not have trust on their own institutions, asks Justice Mandokhail

SC hints at wrapping up military trials case within two hearings

"How can a law be applied to a conspiracy that has not yet taken place?" asked Justice Mandokhail

SC orders trial courts to conclude May 9 cases in four months

Anti-terrorism courts are capable of delivering timely performance: CJP

Judges transfer case: SC constitutional bench to hear IHC judges plea on April 14

A five-member bench headed by Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar will hear the case

Don't want to interfere in jurisdiction of high court: Chief Justice Yahya Afridi

The CJP said that the LHC had sent a message to the government, which was also agreed upon

Supreme Court hears petitions against super tax today

A five-member bench will also address the impleadment application

Denying women jobs in deceased father's quota discriminatory: SC

Declares a woman eligible for getting a job in place of her deceased father

Supreme Court constitutes seven benches to hear cases

Bench one headed by CJP Afridi, constitutional bench headed by Justice Aminuddin Khan

CJP Afridi urges generosity and kindness on Eid

He reaffirmed his commitment to the rule of law

CJP Afridi convenes Judicial Commission meeting on April 8

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

Heavy vehicles banned in Islamabad, Rawalpindi from March 22 to 23

Purpose of ban is security and traffic management for Pakistan Day celebrations

SC launches anti-corruption hotline to enhance judicial accountability

Citizens can report bribery via WhatsApp at 0326-4442444

Justice Mandokhail laments lack of implementation of child protection laws

He emphasised that responsibilities must be fulfilled by the concerned authorities

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

Contempt of court case against Imran Khan set for hearing in SC

The contempt petition against Imran Khan over long march deviating from its designated location

Supreme Court introduces new method of e-filing cases

The initiative seeks to enhance transparency and accessibility across the judicial system

Is trial of civilians in military courts in accordance with 1973 Constitution? Justice Mandokhail

Advocate Haris submitted that it is up to the parliament to decide on whom the law is to be applied

Imran Khan challenges transfer of three IHC judges in Supreme Court

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

Super tax cases moved to constitutional bench

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

Stopping a military officer from performing duty falls under anti-terrorism law: Justice Mandokhail

Justice Hilali questioned whether military courts were constituted under Article 175

Can civilians be tried in a military court, questions Justice Mandokhail

Justice Afghan observed that the decision in the FB Ali case was made under the 1962 Constitution

Continuation of Super Tax draws court's ire

Justice Mandokhail remarked that this story would become very lengthy

Military courts should be limited to army personnel, says Hamid Khan

Hamid Khan says military courts can function only for army personnel

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

SC seeks daily progress report in Arshad Sharif murder case

A six-member constitutional bench conducts hearing of the case

District bar association representatives call on CJP Afridi

Interference in courts' affairs would be wrong: CJP

Army Act provisions cannot be declared unconstitutional: Supreme Court Bar

The Rawalpindi Conspiracy case was tried and decided by a special tribunal, not a military tribunal

Section 94 will apply to those who are under Army Act: Justice Mandokhail

Advocate Siddiqui replied that when the accused were handed over, the crime had not been determined

Five judges added to Supreme Court's constitutional bench

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

PTI asked to submit more documents in May 9 judicial commission formation case

A five-member constitutional bench heard arguments of Hamid Khan on petition filed by PTI founder

Judicial Commission meeting today for appointment of additional LHC judges

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

Accused can be handed over after investigation under Official Secrets Act is complete: Justice Mandokhail

He gave the observation during hearing of appeal against trial of civilians in military court

NA body takes notice of Mustafa Amir's murder

Committee summoned IG Sindh to provide details

All five judges unanimously rejected civilians' trial by military court: Justice Mandokhail

Justice Mazhar remarked that the judges did not write additional notes

No fundamental rights were available in Ayub era, says PTI founder's counsel

Advocate Bhandari submitted that only a civil court can try a civilian in cases under criminal law

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

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

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

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

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

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

PM calls on CJP Justice Yahya Afridi

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

Supreme Court says it is not under trial in military courts case

Khosa said that the Section 2 D was introduced in 1967 and it dismembered the country

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.

Newly-appointed Supreme Court, high courts judges take oath

Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Yahya Afridi administers oath to them

Fazl backs journalists against controversial PECA

Fazlur Rehman said government should not make rules for journalists

No civilian can be court-martialled, Advocate Raja argues

Justice Mandokhail questioned whether a civilian can be court-martialled under current legal system

Oath-taking ceremony of newly appointed SC judges postponed

The ceremony was put off due to a delay in the issuance of the notification

Why do you want SC to do what parliament should do, asks Justice Afghan

Justice Rizvi remarked that arson, siege and vandalism have become order of the day

SC adjourns military trial case due to lawyers' absence

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

JCP meeting for appointment of eight new judges to be held today

Chief Justice of Pakistan, Justice Yahya Afridi will preside over the meeting.

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

Justice Mazhar agreed with the constitutional bench’s decision

Justice Mansoor calls for climate diplomacy to cope with challenges

He was addressing an international conference on climate change

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

SC removes objections to Imran's petition against official secrets, army acts

The constitutional bench directed registrar to allot a number to the petition

Maulana Fazlur Rehman reiterates demand for fresh elections

JUI-PTI also agreed to end state repression, release of political prisoners, PECA Act

Supreme Court questions jurisdiction of military courts over civilians

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

Fazlur Rehman assures journalists of support regarding PECA bill

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

CJP Afridi welcomes judges' transfer to Islamabad High Court

The chief justice says Islamabad is a symbol of federation

Civilians cannot be court-martialled under any circumstances, argues counsel for appellant

If civilians could be court-martialled, the 21st amendment would not have been necessary

What is difference between Dec 16, May 9 civilians, asks SC

Khawaja Hussain responded that the trial would take place in an anti-terrorism court.

PTI challenges rejection of petition against Practice and Procedure Ordinance

The appeal request the court to overturn the December 12 ruling

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

Record of trial of civilians by military court presented to constitutional bench

Justice Mandokhail inquired on what grounds a trial by military court can be challenged

Missing Persons Commission head retired Justice Faqir Khokhar passes away

His funeral prayer will be offered today after Asr prayer in Lahore

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

Suspect cannot be tried in military court unless crime is committed under Army Act: Justice Mandokhail

A seven-member constitutional bench headed by Justice Amin-ud-Din Khan is hearing appeals

Hearing of intra-court appeals against trial of civilians in military courts today

Defense Ministry's counsel Khawaja Haris will resume his arguments before the bench

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

CJP Afridi calls JCP meeting for SC judges' appointment

The session would take place on February 11

Justice Ayesha Malik refuses to hear case related to customs act

Justice Malik remarked that she will give reasons for her recusal

SC issues notices on petitions against 26th Constitutional Amendment

An eight-member constitutional bench headed by Justice Amin-ud-Din Khan is hearing the petitions

SC withdraws contempt notice against additional registrar

A two-member bench of the Supreme Court announced the verdict reserved last week

Sher Afzal Marwat gets clean chit in brawl case at Supreme Court

Court cleared Marwat and Fatahullah Barki of all charges in the case

PTI challenges 26th constitutional amendment in SC

Application stresses freedom of judiciary an essential part of constitution

SCBA Secretary Salman Mansoor suspended

Suspension is said to be due to violation of rules

Additional registrar challenges contempt notice in Supreme Court

A six-member bench will hear intra-court appeal on Jan 27

JCP approves 12 additional judges for Sindh High Court

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

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

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

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

Supreme Court removes additional registrar over 'blunder'

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

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

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

KP to terminate employees hired during caretaker administration

Recruitments made between January 22, 2023, and February 29, 2024 will be nullified

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

Constitutional bench hears intra-court appeals against civilians' trial in military courts

The defense ministry's counsel, Khawaja Haris, is presenting arguments.

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

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

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

Madrasas safeguard Pakistan's ideological foundations: Fazl

National Action Plan targets religious institutions, blames JUI-F Chief

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

Army Act applies to military personnel, observes Justice Mandokhail

The judge gave the remark during the hearing of case against trial of civilians in military courts

Khawaja Asif, Maryam Nawaz sabotage efforts for dialogue, blames Asad Qaiser

Authorities assured meeting with PTI founder but are resorting to excuses, says Qaiser

LHC Bar seeks full court for 26th constitutional amendment case

LHC Bar requested the formation of a full court to hear the case.

Supreme Court questions 'selective military trials' of May 9 suspects

SC requests detailed decisions by ATCs transferring suspects to military courts

CJP Afridi reconstitutes SC Promotion Committee

Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhel will head the committee

Supreme Court Bar Secretary challenges 26th constitutional amendment

The petition calls for nullification of amendment

Can all civilians be treated like criminals who attacked APS, questions Justice Hilali

Justice Mandokhail asked if the military court will try those [civilians] who attack army soldiers

Constitution clearly states executive cannot perform judicial role: Justice Mandokhail

SC postponed hearings on other constitutional cases to focus exclusively on military courts

CJP Afridi constitutes five benches to hear cases after winter vacation

The bench number 1 will consist of Yahya Afridi, Munib Akhtar and Malik Shahzad

Supreme Court to hear military courts, election rigging cases

Seven-member constitutional bench, headed by Justice Aminuddin Khan, will hear cases

Internet shutdowns may not be justified: PTA chairman

Rules empower Interior ministry to direct PTA in such matters

Flashback 2024 - A Timeline of Pakistan's Key Events

The year saw many unprecedented developments with far-reaching effects for the country

Karachi Bar Council challenges 26th amendment in SC

It contended that the amendment violated the fundamental principles of judicial independence

Justice Mansoor Ali Shah recuses to continue as administrative judge

Former CJP Qazi Faez Isa had appointed Shah as administrative judge of the Supreme Court (SC)

Sunni Ittehad Council challenges 26th constitutional amendment in Supreme Court

SIC contended that the amendment attempted to revoke essential features of the constitution

CJP Afridi calls for giving respect to all religions

He was addressing a ceremony held in connecting with the Christmas

JCP extends tenure of constitutional bench for six months

Decision to retain constitutional bench was passed with 7-6 majority

CJP Afridi presides over JCP meeting

Constitutional bench is mandated to hear cases till Jan 4 and needs extension

People should not clap for judges: CJP

CJP Yahya Afridi pledged to maintain dignity of court at any cost

Fair trial was denied to Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, concurs CJP Yahya Afridi

The CJP issues an additional note months after SC gave its observations in famous case

Preliminary draft of JCP's rules for judges' appointment

The draft released on SC website to seek public opinion

Climate financing is fundamental right of everyone: Justice Mansoor Ali Shah

He was addressing a seminar on climate change in Lahore

What Justice Mandokhail says in response to Justice Mansoor Shah's letter?

He says recommendations proposed by Justice Shah have been incorporated into draft rules

26th Amendment disrupted balance in judicial appointments: Justice Mansoor

Justice Mansoor Shah writes letter to rules-making committee to consider issues

10 candidates nominated for IHC judges

IHC CJ nominates D&SJ Azam Khan and Shahrukh Arjumand. Humayun Dilawar also gets nod

SC judge questions legitimacy of trying civilians under armed forces' discipline

The seven-member constitutional bench of Supreme Court conducted the hearing

Constitutional bench disposes of petitions against Practice and Procedure Ordinance

A seven-member constitutional bench conducted the hearing

SC restores Adil Bazai as MNA, sets aside ECP decision to de-seat him

"Just because a letter from a high-ranking official arrives, they can’t just de-seat someone": SC

SC dismisses former judge Mazahar Ali Naqvi's appeal against show-cause notice

Naqvi's lawyer requested more time to communicate with his client and obtain instructions

Constitution doesn't allow everyone to do phone tapping: Supreme Court

A seven-member constitutional bench conducts hearing in all-important case

SC to resume hearing on Imran's election rigging plea after winter break

Imran Khan's lawyer, Hamid Khan, requested the court to delay the proceedings

SC fixes Imran's plea seeking judicial inquiry into May 9 mayhem for hearing

Justice Aminuddin inquired whether govt was genuinely interested to pursue petition

SC rejects request to transfer imprisoned civilians in military custody to regular jails

SC stated that Attorney General had already provided assurances regarding visiting rights

CJP Afridi to visit far-flung areas to ensure speedy justice

Justice Afridi chaired an important meeting in Gwadar regarding judicial reforms

SC strikes down govt's plea to decide civilians' fate in military courts

A seven-member bench, headed by Justice Aminuddin Khan, conducts hearing of the case

MLA agreement between Pakistan, Kenya finalised in Arshad Sharif murder case

AAG informed the court that the MLA agreement would be signed tomorrow.

SC suspends ECP's decision to de-seat Adil Bazai

Supreme Court’s regular bench suspended the Election Commission’s decision

Justice Mansoor Ali Shah calls for establishing child courts

He was addressing a ceremony in Islamabad on Saturday

Judicial Commission appoints Justice Shahid Bilal to constitutional bench hearing military courts case

Justice Mansoor proposed petitions challenging 26th amendment be heard by full court

Asif says 'selective sense of justice' doesn't suit stature of Justice Mansoor Shah

PML-N leader reacted to the letter written by Justice Shah to Chief Justice of Pakistan

SC seeks detailed report on illegal construction on Margalla Hills from CDA

Around 80 to 132 constructions are still operating on Margalla Hills.

Justice Mansoor Ali Shah urges postponement of Judicial Commission's meeting

Shah highlighted the pending petitions challenging the 26th Constitutional Amendment

Constitutional bench disposes of contempt plea against Justice Mansoor Ali Shah

The contempt notice was issued when Justice Shah was a judge of LHC

SC constitutional bench greenlights PIA privatisation in 'fair manner'

The constitutional bench disposed of the case by withdrawing the earlier order

Petition on civilian trials in military courts scheduled for hearing

The six-member constitutional bench will hear the case on December 9.

Constitutional bench hearing appointment of LHC CJ stands dissolved

Judicial commission has been made respondent in the plea

Supreme Court disposes of 4,372 cases in one month

1,853 new cases filed during the same period

CJP Afridi calls judicial commission meeting on Dec 6

Agenda includes proposed inclusion of Justice Shahid Bilal in constitutional bench

Constitutional bench refutes reports of suo motu over abduction of child in Quetta

The five-member bench led by Justice Aminuddin Khan conducted the hearing

Constitutional bench rejects plea for suo motu notice of Islamabad casualties

Judges say court can't address matters not presented before it

CJP Yahya Afridi calls judicial commission meeting on Dec 6

JCP meeting will focus on appointment of judges to Sindh and Peshawar high courts

Judicial Commission nominates nine judges for constitutional benches in SHC

The meeting of Judicial Commission was chaired by Chief Justice Yahya Afridi

In a first, constitutional bench takes suo motu notice to recover kidnapped child

The six-member constitutional bench led by Justice Aminuddin conducted the hearing

Audio leak commission: Judge says court's authority can't be undermined

The court seeks a report from the federal government

SC orders vote recount in 15 polling stations of PB-45

SC uphold the election tribunal decision while discarding PPP’s Ali Jattak’s plea

Constitutional bench disposes of petition seeking to fire 'inefficient' govt employees

The seven-member bench led by Justice Aminuddin Khan conducted the hearing

SC rejects petition for declaring candidates with over 50pc votes winners

The bench imposes Rs20,000 fine on petitioner for frivolous litigation

CJP Afridi chairs key huddle to bring jail reforms

The top judge constituted a committee that would visit the prisons across the Punjab

SHC seeks reply from Centre, Sindh in 26th amendment case

Court dismissed AAG's oral appeal to defer proceeding

Supreme Court still can take suo motu notice, says Justice Mazhar

SC constitutional bench heard cases on second day

CJP Afridi-led parley sees use of technology as a pillar of judicial reform

The meeting was attended by VCs of several universities and SCBA president

Imran Khan approaches Supreme Court on alleged breaches of party's fundamental rights

Petition urges Court to issue directives for the restoration of PTI's fundamental rights

SC's constitutional bench discards review petition against Qazi Faez Isa

It also dismissed other applications imposing fine of Rs20,000 each

Constitutional bench, in a historic first, takes up pleas on environment pollution

The bench sought a report from the provinces on measures taken to eradicate the scourge

Constitutional bench hears 16 cases today

The bench will hear 18 cases today (Thursday), while 16 cases are set for November 15

Supreme Court to schedule cases for hearing by constitutional benches

The meeting lasted an hour, culminating in the decision to set schedule for hearings