Further note in the judgment upheld the sentence, stating the crime as symptomatic of altered social behaviour ISLAMABAD: Judge Ali Baqar Najafi has characterized the Noor Mukadam murder case as the product of a “vice” by taking root in society, which he called a “live-in relationship” – apparently referring to live-in relationships. His remarks, made […]
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. LAHORE: Another petition landed in the Lahore High Court challenging the 27th constitutional amendment, adding to the growing legal opposition to the controversial amendment. Citizen Asbah Kamran filed the constitutional petition naming the President of Pakistan, the Parliament and the Senate as respondents through their respective Secretaries. In the petition, the petitioner claimed that
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. ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Economic Affairs has demanded full details of delays, expenses and the current status of the Sindh Barrages Improvement Project as lawmakers questioned funding decisions, project transfers and years of administrative lapses. The committee met on Wednesday with Senator Saifullah Abro as chairman. Officials from the Economic Affairs Division
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. ISLAMABAD: The sessions of the Senate and the National Assembly are held today (Thursday) at 16.00 and 17.00. The Senate’s seven-point agenda has also been issued. Senator Ali Zafar will present the report of the Standing Committee on Information and Broadcasting regarding the safety of journalists, a matter earlier raised by the late Senator
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Commission Chair Sumira Shams emphasizes the importance of accurate, timely documentation for effective policymaking Dr. Sumira Shams, Chairperson of the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Commission on the Status of Women. Photo: facebook.com/kpcsw.gov.pk/ The Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Commission on the Status of Women reviewed several laws, policy initiatives and proposed recommendations, including incorporating inheritance rights into policy, ensuring enforcement of existing
DPO Bajaur Waqas Rafiq says police have launched full investigation to ascertain the circumstances leading to the blast Security personnel stand guard near the blast site in Bajaur on July 30, 2023. Photo: File A tragic explosion took place in Jannat Shah area of Khar Tehsil, Bajaur under the jurisdiction of Loi Sam Police Station
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Automates monitoring of 19 traffic violations, challan notifications are sent directly to vehicle owners Rawalpindi has formally introduced and enforced an e-callan system for traffic violations. Within just four days, 600 claims have been issued for a number of road traffic violations. According to SSP Safe City Rawalpindi, Rana Abdul Wahab, more than 2,100 cameras
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PR spokesman says passengers will now be able to enjoy a comfortable, luxurious journey Pakistan Railways has announced a remarkable reduction in fares for passengers opting for luxury travel. According to a railways spokesperson, the new fares for luxury saloon coaches have been significantly reduced to make high-end travel more accessible. The spokesman revealed that
Students allege corruption is rife in the board and say the administration has turned bribery into business Students across Sanghar, Shahdadpur, Shahpur Chakar and Sakrand districts staged demonstrations against the recently announced Class XI results of the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education Shaheed Benazirabad, accusing the administration of mismanagement and manipulation. Shaheed Benazirabad (SBA)
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Initial phase introduced digital payments at weekly bazaars, second phase will cover all major commercial centres Islamabad has completed the first phase of its transition towards becoming Pakistan’s first fully cashless, technology-enabled model city, following directives from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The initial phase successfully introduced digital payments at weekly bazaars, CDA One-Window Facilitation Centers
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