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  Pakistan: Major relief to Shehbaz Sharif, Supreme Court reinstates changes in anti-corruption laws

  World | September 06, 2024 12:47 IST

  Shehbaz Sharif's previous government introduced changes in the NAB laws that Imran Khan alleged would favour politicians accused in corruption cases. In September last year, the Supreme Court restored corruption cases against public representatives but reversed it on Friday.

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  Pakistan's Supreme Court rules in favour of Imran Khan-backed party for reserved seats in Parliament

  World | July 12, 2024 15:47 IST

  The Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC), comprising Imran Khan-backed independents, filed a motion against a Peshawar High Court order barring it from reserved seats. Despite winning most seats in the elections, the PTI-backed independents were not eligible for reserved seats meant for political parties.

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  Pakistan: PPP bats for late ex-President Zulfikar Ali Bhutto's image on currency notes

  World | May 13, 2024 15:19 IST

  The PPP called for declaring Zulfikar Ali Bhutto a national hero and dedicate a monument in his honour. This came months after Pakistan's Supreme Court observed that the late ex-President was was not given a fair trial and due process in 1979 when he was sentenced to death.

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  Political drama unfolds in Pakistan's Punjab province as ruling coalition loses 27 reserved seats

  World | May 11, 2024 17:29 IST

  At least 23 PML-N members, two PPP members and others elected in the reserved seats were suspended and barred from House proceedings after a ruling by Pakistan's Supreme Court. The ruling coalition is expected to lose almost two dozen members in the National Assembly.

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  Pakistan HC judges allege intelligence agencies kidnap, torture their families to influence verdicts

  World | March 27, 2024 14:26 IST

  It goes on to highlight the interference of the executive and agencies in judicial matters, including the kidnapping and torture of the brother-in-law of a high court judge to put pressure on the judge regarding a case.

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  Pakistan: Imran Khan-backed party to move Supreme Court after being denied reserved seats

  World | March 15, 2024 16:16 IST

  Despite winning the most seats in the elections, Imran Khan-backed candidates were unable to form the government and joined the Sunni Ittehad Council. The SIC sought directives of the high court for the allocation of seats reserved for women and minorities in the National Assembly.

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  Pakistan's SC says former PM Zulfikar Ali Bhutto 'not given fair trial' in 1979 death sentence

  World | March 06, 2024 13:38 IST

  Zulfikar Ali Bhutto was removed from power in 1977 by his army chief General Zia-ul-Haq and was accused of masterminding the murder of a political rival. After a controversial trial, which many termed as flawed, Zulfikar was convicted and sentenced to death by a seven-judge bench of the apex court.

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  Pakistan Supreme Court rejects plea seeking nullification of elections after petitioner absent again

  World | February 21, 2024 15:10 IST

  The petitioner, claiming to be a retired Army Brigadier, asked for a stay in government formation and re-elections to be held in 30 days. However, the court noted his absence in two hearings and his request to withdraw his petition, calling it a "publicity stunt".

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  'Such a prank cannot be played': Pakistan SC raps absentee petitioner seeking nullification of polls

  World | February 19, 2024 15:09 IST

  The petitioner, who claims to be retired Pakistan Army officer, sought the elections to be declared null and void and the elections to be reconducted within 30 days. This came as the country witnessed widespread protests for alleged rigging in the February 8 elections.

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  Pakistan: Imran Khan's PTI to sit in opposition in Centre and Punjab, claims 'biggest voter fraud'

  World | February 16, 2024 23:46 IST

  The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf claimed that it won at least 180 seats, of which 85 were taken away, and said February 8 will be remembered as the "biggest voter fraud" in Pakistan's history. Meanwhile, Pakistan's Supreme Court will hear a petition on Monday seeking to declare the polls null and void.

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  Pakistan Supreme Court strikes down lifelong ban on public office in relief for Nawaz Sharif

  World | January 08, 2024 19:04 IST

  The court's ruling has far-reaching implications, overturning the provision that previously allowed for a lifetime ban on holding public office. This decision could reshape the political landscape, especially considering the timing in the lead-up to the forthcoming polls.

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  Pakistan: SC approves bail for Imran Khan, Qureshi in cipher case, ex-PM still behind bars

  World | December 22, 2023 16:54 IST

  The Special Court (Official Secrets Act) began the cipher trial afresh last week at the Adiala jail after Imran and Qureshi were indicted for a second time in the case on December 13. Despite this slight relief, the former PM still remains behind bars amid slim chances of contesting elections.

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  Pakistan to go to polls on February 11

  World | November 02, 2023 15:06 IST

  Several parties have long criticised the Pakistan election commission for failing to disclose the exact dates of the upcoming general elections. Pakistan was supposed to go to polls within 90 days after the National Assembly was dissolved.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: The government surrounded the Supreme Court in Pakistan

  Aaj Ki Baat | May 15, 2023 23:28 IST

  Pakistan Politics: Today the parties involved in the government in Pakistan attacked the Supreme Court. Containers have been installed at the gate of the Supreme Court, through which the judges of the Supreme Court come and go.

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  Pakistan News: What is the atmosphere in Pakistan after Imran Khan got bail for two weeks?

  News | May 12, 2023 19:30 IST

  On the one hand, Imran Khan has got a bail of 2 weeks... and on the other hand, everyone's eyes are on what the Shahbaz government is going to do now... Meanwhile, Shahbaz Sharif has called a cabinet meeting.

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  Ex-Pak PM Imran Khan's arrest declared illegal by Pakistan Supreme Court

  Hakikat Kya Hai | May 11, 2023 23:42 IST

  A former Prime Minister was arrested without any reason and then released without any reason….It is possible only in Pakistan that the most popular leader of the country is taken away by the army from the campus of the court like a thief.. He should be dragged.

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  Imran Khan Bail Approved: After release, Imran Khan made big allegations against Pak Rangers

  News | May 11, 2023 23:33 IST

  Imran Khan can be kept in the Guest House of Police Lines today... Court has allowed Imran Khan to meet his family members... Imran's family members can stay together tonight.

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  Jawab Do: 'Supreme' verdict on Imran Khan today, will he lose his chair?

  News | April 07, 2022 18:18 IST

  Pakistan’s Supreme Court reserved its order on Thursday after five days of hearings on the cancellation of no-confidence motion and dissolution of the Pakistan National Assembly. On reserving order, Pakistan's Supreme Court Chief Justice said 'The court proceedings are complete and we will now consider the matter today at 8pm.'

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  Pakistan: Hearing in SC adjourned till tomorrow; President directs EC to hold elections in 90 days

  World | April 06, 2022 16:32 IST

  Imran Khan was denotified as Pakistan Prime Minister on Sunday after the Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly dismissed the no-confidence motion against Khan's government.

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  Imran Khan to hold office till appointment of caretaker PM in Pakistan

  World | April 04, 2022 6:59 IST

  Opposition Leader in the National Assembly Shehbaz Sharif said that Imran Khan and National Assembly speaker Asad Qaisar will be tried under Article 6 of the Constitution once their government falls.