3 h. ago Justice Mansoor urges release of judicial commission meeting minutes

ISLAMABAD: Supreme Court’s senior puisne judge, Justice Syed Mansoor Ali Shah, has called on the Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) to make public the minutes of all its meetings held under the tenure of Chief Justice Yahya Afridi. In a letter dated June 25 addressed to the JCP secretary, Justice Shah expressed concern over the […]

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6 h. ago Air India falsified maintenance records amid engine safety directive: report

India’s aviation watchdog warned Air India Express earlier this year for failing to replace engine parts on time as required by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), according to an official memo. The memo also revealed that maintenance records were allegedly altered to show compliance with the directive, raising major safety concerns. The incident […]

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18 h. ago PHC seeks report on helicopter availability, tourist safety in KP

Peshawar High Court (PHC) held a hearing on the case of tourists drowning in the Swat River. A two-member bench headed by Chief Justice SM Atiq Shah presided over the proceedings. During the hearing, the Chief Justice inquired about the absence of the Commissioner of Malakand Division and questioned the status of the inquiry officer […]

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26 h. ago PHC demands accountability over Swat tragedy, seeks reports on rescue operations

PESHAWAR: The Peshawar High Court (PHC) has called for detailed reports on the availability of helicopters and safety measures for tourists in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa following the tragic drowning incident in the Swat River. A two-member bench, led by Chief Justice SM Atiq Shah, presided over the proceedings, examining the lapses that led to the loss […]

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42 h. ago Justice Mansoor raises ‘questions’ on judges seniority in recent appointment

Senior judge of the Supreme Court, Justice Mansoor Ali Shah has raised ‘questions’ on the seniority of judges in the recent appointment. According to details, Justice Mansoor Ali Shah has sent another letter to the Secretary of the Judicial Commission, raising serious concerns over the determination of judges’ seniority without prior consultation. According to the […]

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43 h. ago Negligence in Swat: PHC summons top officials after death of 17 tourists

The Peshawar High Court (PHC) on Wednesday took serious notice of the recent tragedy in Swat where 17 tourists lost their lives due to alleged negligence by authorities. During a hearing on the incident, Chief Justice SM Atiq Shah and Justice Faheem Wali summoned the Commissioners of Malakand, Hazara, Kohat, Dera Ismail Khan and other […]

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50 h. ago Justice Shah raises concerns over president’s role in IHC seniority determination

ISLAMABAD: Justice Syed Mansoor Ali Shah has raised constitutional concerns regarding the president’s unilateral decision on the seniority of Islamabad High Court (IHC) judges. Despite the Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) approving the nomination of Justice Sardar Sarfraz Dogar as IHC chief justice, Justice Shah questioned the validity of the president’s notification issued on June […]

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2 d. ago Pakistan accuses India of ‘weaponising’ water under Indus Waters Treaty

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has formally raised concerns with the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA), accusing India of weaponising the waters of the Western Rivers, a breach of the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty (IWT). In a submission to the PCA, Pakistan highlighted significant changes in India’s policy since April 23, 2025, suggesting that India’s actions could have […]

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3 d. ago Sehat card confusion deepens as Punjab ends services in government hospitals

The Punjab government has ended Sehat Card services in all public hospitals from June 30, 2025. A notification from the Punjab Health Initiative Management Committee (PHIMC) confirmed this move. However, the programme will continue in private hospitals partnered with the scheme. This decision has caused public confusion and raised concerns among healthcare experts. According to […]

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4 d. ago Gambhir faces heat as India struggles in England test series

India head coach Gautam Gambhir is under rising pressure following a string of red-ball defeats, including the latest loss to England at Headingley. The defeat marked India’s seventh loss in 11 Tests since Gambhir took over in 2024, raising major concerns about his leadership and decision-making. Critics are questioning his team selections and man-management, particularly […]

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4 d. ago PM, President urge nation to strengthen parliamentary institutions

Both leaders commend efforts and role of Parliament in promoting inclusive, transparent, and participatory governance ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister (PM) Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif urged the nation to renew its resolve to strengthen parliamentary institutions, safeguard democratic values, and ensure that the voices of the citizenry were truly reflected in the lawmaking […]

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5 d. ago Iran could restart uranium enrichment in months, says UN nuclear chief amid US warning

VIENNA – Iran could resume uranium enrichment within months despite recent US and Israeli airstrikes targeting key nuclear facilities, according to the head of the UN’s nuclear watchdog. The warning raises fresh concerns over the effectiveness of efforts to dismantle Iran’s nuclear program. Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), said […]

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5 d. ago Ziarat dam rescue: Two women saved, one missing; flash flood in Zhob kills four

Two women were rescued after falling into a dam in the Killi Zazagi area of Ziarat, Balochistan, while a third woman remains missing. Rescue teams acted quickly and shifted the survivors to the District Headquarters Hospital for treatment, according to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA). The incident has raised serious concerns about safety at […]

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5 d. ago Zardari confirms IHC transfers, Justice Dogar now senior most

President Asif Ali Zardari has declared Justice Sarfraz Dogar as the senior-most judge of the Islamabad High Court (IHC). The decision comes following a Supreme Court directive that referred the matter of judicial seniority and transfers to the President for final determination. In an official move, the President also made permanent the transfers of Justice […]

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6 d. ago IHC five judges challenge Supreme Court’s verdict on judges’ transfer, seniority case

ISLAMABAD – The five judges of the Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Saturday challenged the Supreme Court’s verdict in the

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6 d. ago Supreme Court calls for review of Nikahnama form to protect women’s rights

ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court has urged both federal and provincial governments to review the Nikahnama form to make it more user-friendly and ensure the protection of marriage rights, particularly for women. A three-member bench led by Justice Syed Mansoor Ali Shah highlighted that without revising the form as a whole, recent efforts, particularly by the […]

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7 d. ago Khamenei reemerges after war—but is Iran’s strongman losing his grip?

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has broken his silence following the recent 12-day war with Israel, reappearing in a video address to declare “victory.” However, his weak and hoarse voice, absence of a live audience, and plain backdrop have raised concerns about both his health and authority. Analysts suggest Khamenei may still be in […]

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7 d. ago Bird strikes almost cause chaos at Karachi airport — passengers safe

Karachi Airport narrowly avoided two major accidents when birds collided with two separate airplanes during landing on the same day. Both flights were carrying over 150 passengers, raising concerns about flight safety. Thankfully, no injuries were reported in either incident. According to airport sources, the first bird strike occurred as a Turkish Airlines plane was […]

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8 d. ago Fresh monsoon rains bring relief but raise flooding fears across Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: A fresh spell of monsoon rains has swept across various regions of Pakistan, bringing much-needed relief from the sweltering summer heat but also raising concerns over urban flooding and rising water levels in rivers. Lahore was one of the hardest-hit cities, with torrential rains and thunderstorms affecting areas such as Harbanspura, Taj Bagh, Jail […]

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8 d. ago UN rights experts slam India’s forced evictions, demolitions of Muslim properties

GENEVA: The United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) has issued a stark condemnation of India’s ongoing arbitrary demolitions, which disproportionately target minorities, particularly Muslims, and violate their housing rights. The Council has raised concerns over the misuse of national security measures to justify forced evictions. The UNHRC, during its 59th session held in Geneva, emphasized […]

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