Sword of litigation still dangles over suspended lawmakers

Court rules FIRs under PPC by local police invalid if matter falls under torture law

Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan warns that entertaining such petitions would erode freedom of speech within the House

Court deems issues involving law interpretation and right to fair trial under Article 10-A of PPC of public importance

During the formal session, prayers were offered for victims of the ongoing floods

Two sides yet to agree on mode of rightful protest

Most opposition MPAs averse to accepting condition to avoid references

Opposition views govt's insistence on written commitment as unnecessary, bid to enforce silence during Maryam's speech

Compliance with rules, avoidance of foul language discussed in talks with opposition

Majority adamant, a few advocate continued negotiations