
Pakistan SC's NAB Verdict: A Constitutional Return to Judicial Restraint
The Supreme Court of Pakistan's verdict on the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) is seen as a constitutional move towards judicial restraint.
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The Supreme Court of Pakistan's verdict on the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) is seen as a constitutional move towards judicial restraint.

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has ruled in favor of fair compensation for land acquisition, asserting that the state's power to acquire private land is not absolute.

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has advised lower courts to interpret real estate agreements in light of current economic realities when adjudicating property disputes, amidst soaring prices.

The Supreme Court of Pakistan is set to hear pleas regarding former Prime Minister Imran Khan's access to his lawyers and family while in custody. This follows orders from the Islamabad High Court for officials to ensure his meeting with legal counsel within seven days concerning a £190 million corruption case.
The Supreme Court of Pakistan will adhere to its case-fixation policy regarding Imran Khan's plea, amidst concerns from lawyers that civil liberties cases are not being prioritized during Chief Justice Yahya Afridi's tenure.

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has issued directives for changes to be made in the Nikahnama (marriage contract) to address issues related to dower disputes.

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has stated that unnecessary adjournments, particularly those based on vague assertions of 'prior personal engagements,' undermine the justice system.

Justice Miangul Hassan Aurangzeb of the Supreme Court of Pakistan observed that defamation cases should typically be decided within six months, in the context of a Rs10bn case against Imran Khan.

The Supreme Court of Pakistan rejected a delayed plea from the federal government against a Federal Service Tribunal order, citing the delay.

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has adjourned the hearing on Imaan Mazari and Hadi Ali Chattha's plea against the Islamabad High Court's decision regarding their sentence suspension. The adjournment comes amidst ongoing IHC proceedings.

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has established new rules for 'hiba' (gift) in inheritance cases, notably restoring the share of female heirs in ancestral property after 71 years. This ruling aims to address long-standing disparities in property distribution.

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has reopened a teacher back-benefits case, setting aside a tribunal ruling and ordering a review.

Lawyers Imaan Zainab Mazari-Hazir and Hadi Ali Chattha have filed a petition in the Supreme Court of Pakistan, requesting an early hearing of their appeal against a February 19 Islamabad High Court decision concerning controversial social media posts.

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has begun hearing criminal appeals that have been pending for years, with reports indicating that one appellant died and four completed their sentences before their cases were heard.

Dr. Mahrang Baloch has filed an appeal with the Supreme Court of Pakistan, challenging the denial of her post-arrest bail in a case registered under the Anti-Terrorism Act of 1997.

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has reserved its order in a case concerning relief for women involved in narcotics-related offenses.

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has ruled against perpetual litigation, stating that the Constitution does not envisage endless legal proceedings.

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has granted journalist Sohrab Barkat post-arrest bail in a Peca case, setting surety bonds at Rs200,000.

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has reserved its ruling on a jurisdictional dispute concerning its authority to hear bail applications in pending National Accountability Bureau (NAB) appeals. The decision will clarify whether such pleas must be transferred to other courts.

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has returned Imran Khan's appeal against an Islamabad High Court order. Meanwhile, the AJK Supreme Court suspended a high court order granting interim relief to PTI until July 2.

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has signed a tripartite agreement with the State Bank of Pakistan and 1LINK to integrate digital payment solutions into judicial processes, marking a significant step towards cashless operations.

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has ruled that all executive and judicial authorities are constitutionally obligated to act upon its directions. This includes high courts, which must follow the Supreme Court's guidance.

Human rights lawyer Imaan Zainab Mazari-Hazir and her husband, Hadi Ali Chattha, have submitted additional documents to the Supreme Court of Pakistan ahead of a hearing on their appeal.

The Supreme Court of Pakistan issued a clarification regarding Section 126 of the Companies Act.

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has ruled that employees who were gainfully employed after termination are not entitled to claim back benefits for that specific period.

Dr. Yasmin has filed a petition with the Supreme Court of Pakistan, challenging Nawaz Sharif's election victory and arguing that notices to candidates before compiling final results are mandatory.