Former Prime Minister and leader of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Imran Khan, who has been incarcerated at Attock Jail since August 5, has been granted permission […]
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Chief Justice Bandial Raises Alarms on NAB Law Amendments: Protecting Justice and Accountability
Chief Justice Bandial’s concerns reflect his commitment to ensuring that no crime goes unpunished and that the amendments in the NAB laws do not inadvertently open doors to any wrongful practices. The judiciary seeks to maintain its vigilant stance against any potential misuse of legislative changes. The core focus remains on upholding the rule of law and preserving the integrity of the legal system.
The election schedule will be announced in a few days, Chief Election Commissioner
Agha Hasan Baloch, central leader of Balochistan National Party (Mengal), highlighted that his party has submitted its policy to the Election Commission and has also communicated its reservations. He expressed the desire for timely elections, stressing that elections within the mandated 90 days are crucial. He underscored the necessity for on-time elections to ensure the parliamentary continuity and to send a positive message.
Cipher case could become bigger problem for Imran than Tosha Khana, analysts
Shahzeb Khanzada, the host, further stated that while Saifur Rehman’s case is causing hindrances in the release of PTI Chairman, a more substantial issue could arise from the Toshakhana case. He also mentioned that Imran Khan’s judicial remand has been extended by another fourteen days.
Punjab Elections: Election Commission’s review request rejected
The Election Commission’s lawyer requested more time to prepare their case, but Justice Munib Akhtar pointed out that the decision in question had already been made. Chief Justice Bandial directed the Election Commission’s lawyer to read their response in court immediately.
Imran Khan’s sentence has been suspended, not terminated, disqualification will remain, legal experts
Their consensus was that the termination of the sentence has distinct implications, and the suspension of the sentence is a separate matter. If the suspension is procedural, then it may seem like the sentence is suspended, but in reality, the incompetence still persists, ensuring that the individual remains disqualified from various legal rights or positions.
President Alvi asked for a two-fold increase in his salary
the Presidency has indicated its desire for amendment in the Fourth Schedule. The Cabinet Division forwarded the matter to the Ministry of Law, which recommended on August 18 to initiate the process for salary increments for the President. The Ministry of Law stated that
Cipher case, PTI rejects decision to hear in Attock Jail
The hearing against Chairman PTI in the Safar case will be held today in Adiala Jail, according to the spokesperson. They conveyed that the notification from the Ministry of Law regarding the transfer to trial in Adiala Jail is categorically rejected, and a case against the Chairman of PTI will be pursued openly in the court of law.
Basic features of the Constitution were destroyed by the Practice and Procedure Act, Chief Justice
The Chief Justice stated that he is unaware of the government’s current stance. Whether they will halt the proceedings on all the cases based on the repealed law, is the first question. The second solution is that the court should continue its work, and the parliament should make decisions. With all due respect, I want to emphasize that this is just an impression that the law exists. If the law exists, then why was the issue of amendments raised?