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Constitutional Court seeks NAB reply in Haris Steel case

Court maintains status quo in Haris Steel case, issues notice to NAB. Further hearings postponed. CDA has authority over Margalla Hills projects.

Court limits judicial intervention in university appointments

Court limits judicial role in university hires, affirming autonomy. Karachi University's appeal accepted, Sindh High Court decision nullified.

Supreme Court issues notices in Mahrang Baloch bail case

Supreme Court issues notices in bail plea of Mahrang Baloch, others. Hearing adjourned indefinitely.

Court rejects Punjab Police hiring policy

Court rejects Punjab Police's policy of not hiring due to pending FIRs, emphasizing constitutional adherence in recruitment.

Indian woman arrested for alleged black magic on judge

A woman in Karnataka was arrested for allegedly using black magic on a judge to win a court case, sparking debate on superstition in India.

Interviews for high court judges begin in Islamabad

Interviews for high court judge candidates start today, with Islamabad High Court first. Lahore and Sindh High Court interviews follow on July 16-17 and July 14-15.

FCC bars judicial interference in New Gaj Dam project

Court halts interference in New Gaj Dam project for timely completion, nullifying previous High Court orders.

Court overturns demolition orders for Nasla Tower

Federal court overturns Supreme Court's orders on Nasla Tower demolition, citing jurisdictional overreach.

Islamabad High Court reshuffles administrative committee

Islamabad High Court reshuffles committee, appoints Chief Justice Sarfraz Dogar as head, with Justice Inam Amin Minhas joining.

Constitutional Court overturns Nasla Tower demolition orders

Court overturns orders on Nasla Tower demolition, emphasizing provincial authority on illegal constructions.

SC declares accurate witness records essential for fair trials

Supreme Court overturns trial court orders on witness statement recording, emphasizing legal obligations for accurate records and fair trials.

LHC orders release of man allegedly confined for property

Lahore High Court orders release of Nasir Khan Dulatana, allegedly declared mentally ill by children to seize his land.

Suhail Afridi’s arrest warrant upheld, court orders his production

Arrest warrant for KP CM Afridi upheld in institutional reputation case, proceedings delayed to July 21.

High court judge candidates’ interview schedule announced

Schedule for judicial interviews released. Lahore High Court interviews on July 16-17, Islamabad and Balochistan on July 13, Sindh on July 14-15.

SC rules govt can acquire property for public interest

Supreme Court allows government to acquire land without owner consent if in public interest, mandates fair compensation.

Iran reappoints Gholam Hossein Mohseni Ejei as chief justice

Iran's Supreme Leader reappoints judiciary chief Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei, ensuring continuity amid internal and regional challenges.

28th amendment will be introduced after consultation: Tarar

28th Amendment to be introduced after consultation, ensuring no haste. High Court judges' performance to be evaluated annually, with references for unsatisfactory performance.

Interviews to be held for judge appointments

Interviews to be held for judge appointments, says Azam Nazeer Tarar. A seven-member committee will evaluate candidates for high court positions.

ETPB refutes social media claims of Gurdwara demolition

Evacuee Trust denies demolition of Gurdwara Singh Sabha, clarifies action was against unauthorized tenant construction.

Imran Khan’s appeal hearing set for June 29

Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi's appeal in the 190 million pounds case will be heard on June 29 by Islamabad High Court.

AJK court reinstates PTI registration

AJK court reinstates PTI registration, nullifying Election Commission's decision. PTI candidates to contest with 'bat' symbol in 2026 elections.

Islamabad court announces one-month jail to police chief for case delay

Islamabad court jails police chief for case delay. DIG fined 100,000 rupees for not submitting charge sheet in PTI protest case.

Iran arrests 3,292 for aiding ‘enemy’

Iran arrests 3,292 for aiding 'enemy', confiscates assets of hundreds.

Adiala Jail denies misleading on legal papers

Adiala Jail refutes claims of misleading court on legal papers for Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi, stating documents were ready but not collected by lawyer.

PTI’s Ali Khan urges end to criticism of judiciary, army

PTI's Ali Muhammad Khan calls for ending criticism of judiciary, urges broadcasting of opposition speeches in assembly.

PTI leaders sentenced to 10 years in jail

PTI leaders receive 10-year jail terms in May 9 case. Shah Mahmood Qureshi acquitted.

Lahore High Court to appoint 10 new judges

Lahore High Court to appoint 10 new judges, nominations by July 4.

Sindh High Court reinstates employee’s daughter

Sindh High Court reinstates job of disabled employee's daughter, orders dues payment.

Supreme Court reinstates judge’s dismissal

Supreme Court reinstates dismissal of judge with poor reputation, emphasizing integrity's importance for judicial roles.

Pakistan’s top judges to attend Russia legal forum

President Zardari approves top judges' Russia visit for legal forum in June 2026.

Supreme Court ends austerity measures

Supreme Court ends austerity measures, normal operations to resume June 15, 2026.

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