ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) lawyer Hamid Khan has announced that the party will challenge the 26th Constitutional Amendment in court, alleging that PTI members were ‘threatened and that horse-trading’ occurred to ensure the amendments’ passage. Speaking alongside former Supreme Court Bar President Abid Zuberi outside the Supreme Court, Hamid condemned the events as a ‘dark chapter in Pakistan’s history.’ He …
ISLAMABAD: In a historic move towards promoting Islamic finance, Pakistan’s Parliament has unanimously passed the 26th Constitutional Amendment, mandating the complete elimination of Riba (interest) by January 1, 2028. This significant amendment modifies Article 38(f) of the Constitution, marking a key milestone in the country’s efforts to align its financial system with Shariah principles. The amendment follows the April 28, …
ISLAMABAD: Following the ratification of the 26th Constitutional Amendment, a new selection process for the Chief Justice of Pakistan has come into place in the country. The amendment follows earlier approval from the Senate. After receiving approval from both houses of Parliament, President Asif Ali Zardari will sign the 26th Constitutional Amendment today. Under the new law, the Chief Justice …
ISLAMABAD: On the heels of the 26th Amendment’s passage, Justice Mansoor Ali Shah on Monday remarked that the question of jurisdiction would “arise every day” in the Supreme Court (SC) following legislation on constitutional benches. In the wee hours of Monday, the much-awaited 26th Constitutional Amendment became law after approval of both houses of the Parliament, which was then given …
ISLAMABAD: The process for appointing Pakistan’s next Chief Justice has officially begun, with the Speaker of the National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq sending a formal request to the Chairman of the Senate Syed Yousuf Raza Gillani. The letter, referencing Article 175A of the Constitution, calls for the formation of a special parliamentary committee tasked with the selection. The Speaker has …
ISLAMABAD: Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman has indicated that his party is considering challenging the recently enacted 26th constitutional amendment. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, Rehman claimed that efforts to influence the judiciary had been ongoing for a long time. He said, “Yesterday, PDM 3 was active. We are reviewing the legal process to challenge the 26th …
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has issued a stern warning to those who, whether they voted for the 26th constitutional amendment or simply stood by the government, will face consequences. “We won’t spare anyone aligned with the government, regardless of whether they cast a vote,” he stated during his address to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly on Monday. …
ISLAMABAD: Barrister Muhammad Ali Khan Saif, the Information Advisor of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister, has stated Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) will abolish c’ontroversial unconstitutional’ amendments once it comes to power. Barrister Saif stated that the constitutional amendments were passed through ‘serious crimes such as abductions, violations of the sanctity of homes, and the dishonoring of mothers and sisters.’ Barrister Saif said, “The …
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari, has officially approved the 26th constitutional amendment, with the gazette notification issued shortly after. The notification, released by the National Assembly, confirms that the 26th Amendment is now an Act of Parliament and has officially become law. The amendment, passed by both the Senate and the National Assembly with a two-thirds majority, is now in …
ISLAMABAD: After several delays, the Senate commenced voting on the 26th Constitutional Amendment Bill, also known as the Constitutional Package, and eventially passed it on Sunday. The legislation proposes a series of amendments, including an extension of the Chief Justice’s term. The bill, which had been previously approved by the federal cabinet with the consensus of coalition partners, was presented …