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In a significant pronouncement, the Supreme Court of Pakistan has held that a citizen’s Computerized National Identity C...
22/02/2026

In a significant pronouncement, the Supreme Court of Pakistan has held that a citizen’s Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) cannot be blocked on account of financial disputes or outstanding dues. The Honourable Court observed that a CNIC constitutes an essential requirement for the exercise of fundamental rights and access to basic necessities of life, and is not a privilege that may be suspended arbitrarily.

The judgment further clarifies that identity documents cannot be employed as a coercive instrument for the recovery of debts in the absence of express legal sanction. This ruling is expected to have far-reaching implications on the manner in which banks, financial institutions, and regulatory agencies initiate and pursue recovery proceedings against defaulters across the country.

The Lahore High Court, while dismissing the constitutional petition filed by Meesha Shafi, upheld the trial court’s inte...
28/01/2026

The Lahore High Court, while dismissing the constitutional petition filed by Meesha Shafi, upheld the trial court’s interim injunction restraining her from making statements related to the alleged defamation, holding that the order was lawful, reasonable, and rooted in sound judicial discretion. The Court observed that since serious and disputed allegations of sexual harassment were sub judice, their repeated public propagation would amount to an impermissible parallel media trial, potentially causing irreparable harm to the respondent’s reputation. Relying upon settled principles, including the exception carved out in Bonnard v. Perryman, the Court held that although injunctions in defamation matters are granted sparingly, they are justified in exceptional circumstances where a person of established repute faces continuous reputational injury. Emphasizing that reputation, dignity, and professional credibility cannot be adequately compensated in monetary terms. It was further held that freedom of speech under Article 19 of the Constitution is not absolute and must be harmonized with the constitutional guarantee of dignity. Consequently, finding no perversity, arbitrariness, or jurisdictional defect in the impugned order, the Court declined interference and directed the trial court to decide the main suit expeditiously within 30 days.

The Supreme Court of Pakistan’s judgment in Shaista Qaiser v. Altaf Ahmad Khan (Crl. P. 213/2020) serves as a significan...
27/01/2026

The Supreme Court of Pakistan’s judgment in Shaista Qaiser v. Altaf Ahmad Khan (Crl. P. 213/2020) serves as a significant precedent regarding the high evidentiary threshold required to overturn an acquittal and the impermissibility of using the criminal justice system to litigate stale matrimonial disputes. In dismissing the petition, the Court reinforced the "double presumption of innocence," asserting that an acquittal further fortifies the initial presumption of innocence and should not be disturbed unless the lower court's findings are perverse or arbitrary. Legally, the judgment pivots on the failure of the prosecution to satisfy the essential ingredients of "cheating" under Section 420 PPC, noting that the petitioner’s long-term acquiescence—specifically her use of the name "Qaiser Khanum" on official documents like her CNIC—negated any claim of fraudulent inducement or "mens rea" (guilty intent). Furthermore, the Court invoked Article 129(g) of the Qanun-e-Shahadat Order, 1984, drawing an adverse inference against the prosecution for failing to produce the "best evidence" (official service records and witnesses from the employer), thereby concluding that the criminal allegations were a belated attempt to settle personal scores following a divorce rather than a bona fide case of fraud.

In the case of Mst. Naila Javed v. Nasir Khan, the Supreme Court of Pakistan addressed critical legal questions regardin...
26/01/2026

In the case of Mst. Naila Javed v. Nasir Khan, the Supreme Court of Pakistan addressed critical legal questions regarding marital dissolution and judicial authority. The Court ruled that a husband’s second marriage without the mandatory written permission from the Arbitration Council, as required under Section 6 of the Muslim Family Laws Ordinance (MFLO), constitutes a statutory ground for dissolution under Section 2(iia) of the Dissolution of Muslim Marriages Act (DMMA). The judgment emphasized that such a contravention entitles the wife to a decree based on cruelty and inequitable treatment, allowing her to retain her full dower. Furthermore, the Court clarified that the judiciary lacks suo motu powers to convert a wife's claim for divorce under the DMMA into a decree for khula. The Court held that khula is a distinct remedy requiring the wife’s express and voluntary consent; therefore, forcing a khula—and the subsequent relinquishment of dower—without such a statement is legally unsustainable. Consequently, the Court set aside the lower courts' findings, dissolving the marriage on the grounds of cruelty and ordering the payment of the remaining Rs. 1,200,000/- dower to the petitioner.

In Khursheed v. The State, it was observed by Justice Ishtiaq Ibrahim that " With heavy heart we state that in similar c...
21/01/2026

In Khursheed v. The State, it was observed by Justice Ishtiaq Ibrahim that " With heavy heart we state that in similar cases, where daughters are subjected to sustained maltreatment by their husbands or in-laws, it is the sad state of our society though with a few exceptions, that families still compel them to return to the same abusive environment.
These daughters are undeniably victims of domestic violence and are deserving of protection, compassion, and legal recourse yet societal pressures and entrenched cultural norms often drive families to send their daughters back into circumstances that amount to nothing less than a living hell."

The Supreme Court has determined that the State bears a constitutional and Islamic obligation to ensure that all women i...
16/11/2025

The Supreme Court has determined that the State bears a constitutional and Islamic obligation to ensure that all women in Pakistan receive their lawful inheritance, and it has urged the establishment of an effective mechanism to safeguard this entitlement. This finding was recorded in a seven-page judgment dated August 29, authored by Justice Athar Minallah. The Court underscored that women must be given unhindered and practical access to secure their inheritance rights.

Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhail, in a landmark judgment, held that no judge of the superior courts may initiate contempt a...
25/09/2025

Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhail, in a landmark judgment, held that no judge of the superior courts may initiate contempt against a fellow judge, affirming that only the Supreme Judicial Council under Article 209 holds the authority to probe judicial misconduct. Emphasizing judicial equality and discipline, he warned that allowing intra-judicial contempt would foster hostility, erode public trust, and cripple the justice system. The verdict reaffirmed that all judges share equal status, are bound by oath and code of conduct, and must not “pick and choose” cases, as discipline and comity are essential to preserving the integrity and credibility of the judiciary.

13/08/2025

Prosecution under Article 8 of Qanun-e-Shahadat, 1984 is not bound to disclose the source of information as to the commission of the offence.
- 1998 PCr.LJ 1821

30/07/2025

Words "tender years" as used in Article 3 of QSO 1984 do not specify any particular age of a witness, it is only the capacity of a witness to understand questions rationally and then to reply to them.
-1993 Pcr.LJ 1852

The Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) on Saturday reviewed 24 complaints against judges of the superior judiciary under Art...
13/07/2025

The Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) on Saturday reviewed 24 complaints against judges of the superior judiciary under Article 209 of the Constitution, unanimously dismissing 19 of them while deferring five for later consideration. The meeting, chaired by Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi and attended by senior judges including Justice Mansoor Ali Shah, Justice Munib Akhtar, and the chief justices of the Lahore and Sindh High Courts, aimed to streamline the complaint process and ensure transparency in handling allegations of judicial misconduct.

Oath taking ceremony of Chief Justice of Peshawar High Court, Peshawar ( Syed Muhammad Attique Shah) 🖤⚖️
08/07/2025

Oath taking ceremony of Chief Justice of Peshawar High Court, Peshawar ( Syed Muhammad Attique Shah) 🖤⚖️

The Supreme Court, in a judgment authored by Justice Athar Minallah, expressed serious concern over the broadcast of an ...
08/07/2025

The Supreme Court, in a judgment authored by Justice Athar Minallah, expressed serious concern over the broadcast of an interview with an accused, Shahid Ali, while he was in police custody and under investigation for the murder of a child. The Court highlighted that such media coverage violates the legal rights of the accused and the ethical standards of journalism, as it can create public perceptions of guilt before a fair trial is held. It criticized the actions of the police and media for airing a confession that had not been made before a magistrate, deeming it a serious breach of due process. Emphasizing the potential harm to both the accused and the victim’s family, the Court stressed that such practices undermine the fairness of criminal proceedings. It urged both federal and provincial governments to take immediate action to prevent such incidents and called on media and regulatory bodies to implement proper SOPs to protect the rights of all parties during criminal investigations.

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