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February 22, 2025

The Pakistan Daily

Pakistan rejects swap of Aafia Siddiqui for Shakil Afridi

The Pakistani government has informed the Islamabad High Court (IHC) that a proposed prisoner exchange involving Dr Aafia Siddiqui and Dr Shakil Afridi is not a viable option. During a hearing on Dr Siddiqui’s release and repatriation, Justice Sardar Ejaz Ishaq Khan presided over proceedings where Additional Attorney General (AAG) Munawar Iqbal Duggal stated that the government does not support the exchange proposal put forward by Siddiqui’s US attorney, Clive Smith. The government has also withdrawn its support for Siddiqui’s petition in a US court, citing reservations about certain aspects of the petition’s draft. This shift in stance surprised the

February 21, 2025

The Pakistan Daily

Five IHC judges move SC against seniority list in aftermath of transfers

ISLAMABAD – A legal battle over the seniority of judges erupted in the Islamabad High Court, as five judges moved the Supreme Court against the seniority list. The petition has been filed by Justices Mohsin Akhtar Kayani, Tariq Mahmood Jahangiri, Babar Sattar, Sardar Ejaz Ishaq Khan, and Saman Rafat Imtiaz, challenging the seniority. Spanning 49 pages, the petition has been submitted under Article 184(3) through senior legal counsel Munir A. Malik and Barrister Salahuddin. The petition urges the Supreme Court to declare that the president does not hold unlimited authority under Article 200(1) to transfer judges between high courts without

February 20, 2025

The Pakistan Daily

Court summons Adiala Jail superintendent in contempt case

ISLAMABAD – The Islamabad High Court (IHC) summoned the Adiala Jail superintendent in connection with a petition seeking a contempt case against him for not arranging a meeting between former prime minister Imran Khan and former first lady Bushra Bibi despite court orders. Acting Chief Justice of IHC Sarfaraz Dogar conducted a hearing on the plea of former premier Khan. Faisal Chaudhry represented the PTI founder, pleading that the couple wasn’t allowed to meet each other despite the court orders. “The jail superintendent had stated on Jan 28 that he would comply with the directives given by the court for

February 15, 2025

The Pakistan Daily

Fawad Ch slaps Shoaib Shaheen outside Adiala Jail

A heated argument between Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders Fawad Chaudhry and Shoaib Shaheen escalated into a physical altercation outside Adiala Jail. According to media reports, the verbal spat intensified when Fawad Chaudhry allegedly slapped Shoaib Shaheen, causing him to fall to the ground. Both leaders exchanged harsh words, with Fawad Chaudhry calling Shoaib Shaheen a “tout.” In response, Shoaib Shaheen retorted, “Mind your own business.” The situation worsened until the jail staff present at Gate No. 5 intervened to defuse the tension. Following the altercation, Fawad Chaudhry proceeded inside Adiala Jail, while Shoaib Shaheen sustained an injury to his arm

February 14, 2025

The Pakistan Daily

Newly appointed judges take oath as SC judges

Six newly appointed judges took oath as the Supreme Court judges at a ceremony in Islamabad on Friday. Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Yahya Afridi administered the oath to them. The newly sworn-in judges included: Justice Muhammad Hashim Khan Kakar, Justice Muhammad Shafi Siddiqui, Justice Salahuddin Panhwar, Justice Shakeel Ahmad, Justice Aamer Farooq and Justice Ishtiaq Ibrahim. Justice Mian Gul Hassan Aurangzeb of Islamabad High Court took oath as Acting Judge of the Supreme Court. The ceremony was attended by the judges of Supreme Court and lawyers.

February 13, 2025

The Pakistan Daily

Former SC judge Azmat Saeed Sheikh passes away after prolonged illness

LAHORE: Former Supreme Court judge Azmat Saeed Sheikh passed away in Lahore. According to his family, Justice (Retd) Azmat Saeed Sheikh had been unwell for some time and was undergoing treatment at a hospital. He served as a Supreme Court judge from 2012 to 2019 and was previously the chief justice of the Lahore High Court. He was also part of the bench that heard the Panama Papers case. After completing his LLB, he began his legal career in Rawalpindi in 1978. He later moved to Lahore in 1980 and gained experience working in various law chambers before becoming an

February 11, 2025

Raja Furqan Ahmed

Pakistan’s Corruption Perception Index drops by 2 spots in 2024: Transparency International

Pakistan’s position on the 2024 Corruption Perception Index (CPI) has dropped by two spots, falling from 133rd place in 2023 to 135th out of 180 countries, as reported by Transparency International on Tuesday. The CPI, which is released annually, ranks 180 countries and territories based on their perceived levels of public sector corruption. The scale ranges from zero (highly corrupt) to 100 (very clean). Pakistan’s score also decreased by two points, from 29 in the 2023 CPI to 27 in 2024, further highlighting concerns about corruption within the country. Transparency International Pakistan (TIP) clarified that it does not participate in

February 11, 2025

The Pakistan Daily

Court will decide fate of PTI founder, says Barrister Aqeel

ISLAMABAD: Advisor to Prime Minister on Legal Affairs Barrister Aqeel Malik said that the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), is seeking NRO from the government. No offer or deal was given to the PTI founder, he said while talking to a private television channel. PTI founder was facing number of cases, he said adding that the court will decide the fate of PTI founder on the basis of evidence. Commenting on 26th amendment, he said the amendment was made through majority votes. Increasing judges’ number would help provide speedy justice to people, he added. To a question about protest demonstration,

February 11, 2025

The Pakistan Daily

KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur’s protective bail extended until March 5

The protective bail request of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has been approved until March 5. A hearing on the protective bail plea was conducted by a Peshawar High Court bench comprising Justice Sahibzada Asadullah and Justice Salahuddin. The petitioner’s lawyer and the Advocate General appeared in court, but the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa could not attend. The court stated that the petitioner’s presence is mandatory as per the law. “We will adjourn the hearing, but the petitioner must appear in person for the protective bail request,” the court remarked. Subsequently, the court approved Ali Amin Gandapur’s

February 11, 2025

The Pakistan Daily

Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi’s bail extended in protest case

KARACHI: The Islamabad District and Sessions Court has extended Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi’s interim bail in the protest case until February 25. As per details, the court granted the extension in six cases against the former PM and one case against his wife Bushra Bibi. Bushra Bibi, who is currently imprisoned in Adiala Jail, was also exempted from appearing in court. Judge Muhammad Afzal Majoka, who presided over the hearing, directed the lawyers to present their arguments in the next hearing. The cases against Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi are registered in various police stations,

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