SC gives govt 45 days to allow civilian appeals against military court verdicts

The Supreme Court has called on the federal government and Parliament to pass legislation within 45 days to allow an independent right of appeal against convictions by military courts. The apex court stressed that this safeguard is essential to ensure due process and the constitutional right to a fair trial. This directive came in a … Read more

Khokhar to file appeal after SC rejects petition challenging 26th Amendment

Tehreek-e-Tahaffuz-e-Ain Pakistan leader Mustafa Nawaz Khokhar on Monday said he would file an appeal after the Supreme Court (SC) returned his petition seeking the formation of a full court to hear challenges related to the 26th Amendment, calling the move an attempt to undermine and close the doors of justice. Raising objections over its admissibility, the … Read more

France recognizes ‘State of Palestine’ in interest of ‘peace’

President Emmanuel Macron on Monday announced France’s long-awaited recognition of a Palestinian state, saying he was acting in the interest of peace amid Israeli and US criticism. “France today recognizes a State of Palestine,” Macron told the UN summit as the Palestinian delegation led an ovation, saying he was supporting “peace between the Israeli and … Read more

Sindh govt hospital staff to boycott OPDs over pay hike demands

KARACHI: Employees of government hospitals across Sindh have announced a boycott of all outpatient departments (OPDs) from Tuesday until their demands — including a 50% rise in disparity allowance and a 70% increase in salaries — are met. The protesters have urged the provincial government to raise salaries of all permanent staff from grade 1 … Read more