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

Justice Muneeb Akhtar will administer oath to Justice Shah

PM Shehbaz appears in court via video link in defamation suit against Imran Khan

Shehbaz Sharif said that PTI founder leveled baseless allegations against him

JCP to appoint permanent chief justices to high courts

Session of judicial commission rescheduled to May 19

Gandapur grants Rs50m to LHCBA, urges lawyers to unite for PTI founder's release

Gandapur addressed lawyers during a visit to Lahore High Court on Thursday

JCP approves appointment of two new judges to SC's constitutional bench

Justices Mansoor Shah, Munib Akhtar, along with Barristers Ali Zafar, Gohar, opposed appointment

Why Israel is expanding its frontiers into Gaza, Lebanon and Syria

Why Israel is expanding its frontiers into Gaza, Lebanon and Syria

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

IHC orders recovery of four missing brothers within two weeks

Justice Asif told Islamabad police officials that he had already given enough time to law enforcers

Parvez Elahi granted bail in land grabbing case

Judge Ejaz Ali of the special accountability court heard arguments

IHCBA withdraws constitutional petition against judges' transfer

The petition was originally filed by the former cabinet of the Islamabad High Court Bar Association.

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

SC issued a notice to Sanam Javed and adjourned further hearing

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

Head shaving videos: DIG tenders apology in LHC over despicable act

Justice Ali Zia Bajwa of the LHC heard the case on the petition of Advocate Vishal Shakir.

No one can be arrested without an FIR, says Supreme Court

A seven-member constitutional bench led by Justice Aminuddin Khan heard the appeals.

Court allows medical examination, phone call with children to Imran

Additionally, the court directed that a compliance report be submitted by April 28

Completing trials in four months is humanly impossible, Babar Awan

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

Ali Amin Gandapur granted 40-day protective bail by Peshawar High Court

The court also directed that no arrest should be made in any of the ongoing cases against CM

ATC hands down seven-year jail terms to three in Khalilur Rehman's honeytrap case

ATC Judge Arshad Javed announced the verdict of the high-profile case.

SC seeks detailed report from govt on forest lands

The case was heard by a five-member constitutional bench headed by Justice Aminuddin Khan.

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

Aafia Siddiqui's US lawyer to visit Pakistan on May 4, IHC adjourns hearing to May 6

Mr. Clive Smith, is scheduled to arrive in Pakistan on May 4.

SC directs completion of May 9 events trial within four months

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

GHQ attack case: Jail trial delayed again as witnesses fail to appear

Witnesses have been absent despite repeated summons over the past two months.

ATC extends interim bail of Imran Khan's sisters in October 5 arson cases

The hearing was postponed without proceedings as presiding judge was on leave

JCP approves four retired judges as members

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

JCP approves Justice Ali Baqar Najafi's elevation to Supreme Court

The decision to appoint Justice Ali Baqar Najafi to the Supreme Court was made by majority vote.

SC weighs in on use of AI in judicial system

The verdict clarified that AI was merely a facilitation tool

Judicial Commission meeting to be held today

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

LHC questions reliability of polygraph test in criminal conviction

The hearing was adjourned till April 15 for further experts input and research review.

FIR to verdict: LHC launches landmark criminal justice system

LHC CJ Aalia Neelum inaugurates pilot project for Lahore and Rahim Yar Khan

IHC summons two IGPs to come clean about four missing brothers

Justice Muhammad Asif hears Afghan woman Gull Seema’s petition for recovery of her four sons

SC questions lack of independent forum for military trials

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

Supreme Court schedules hearings for May 9 cases

The bail plea of PTI Senator Ejaz Chaudhry is set for hearing on April 15

ATC confirms bail of Omar Ayub in nine protest cases

Court expressed displeasure as the investigation officer failed to present the case records

LHC set to launch landmark digital platform for criminal case records

CJ Neelum took notice as challans in over 400,000 cases had not been filed

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 expresses displeasure over Hamid Khan's absence in case

A plea sought bar on former CJP Qazi Faez Isa from hearing PTI's cases

LHC summons AGP in pleas against X ban

A three-member bench headed by Chief Justice Aalia Neelum heard the petitions.

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

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

LHC shows displeasure over absence of attorney general in Anti-Rape Act case

The court summoned the attorney general to appear in-person on April 14

LHC bench dissolved in detention law case after Justice Ishaq recuses himself

Chief Justice Aalia Neelum will now form a new larger bench to hear the case.

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

Govt abolishes five accountability courts in Lahore

Earlier, there were 10 accountability courts working in Lahore

LHC to hear Imran Khan's bail pleas in May 9 cases on April 10

The court has summoned special prosecutors to present their arguments during the proceedings

Govt restores passports of Pakistanis involved in attacking ex-CJP Isa

The incident occurred in Middle Temple when the vehicle of Qazi Faez Isa was stopped

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