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Rule of law should protect individuals but in Pakistan, legal system is being manipulated to stifle voices of dissent

The legislation, passed last month, mandates the removal of millions of stray dogs from Turkish streets

New criminal laws aim to modernise the justice system, but opposition fears they may disrupt administration

Opposition decries move saying matter is sub-judice

PPP condemns acting governor’s assent to the bill

Proposes increase in penalties for unauthorised marriage, suggesting stricter sentencing

IOs to ascertain supplementary statement information source, collect proof

Contentious law grants expedited citizenship to non-Muslim immigrants from Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan

Petitioner contends his son was unlawfully detained, murdered by police

Bill had the support of all of Thailand's major parties and was more than a decade in the making

Law grants Indian nationality to minorities who entered India from Pakistan but not if they are Muslims

Permanent and its long-term cleaning emphasised by the Rawalpindi commissioner

New law bans breeding, butchering, distributing and selling of dogs for meat

Contenders either unregistered or non-filers of income tax returns

European nation criminalises inappropriate treatment of religious texts; offenders to face fines or prison

Founding member of party calls polls ‘mere deception’

Says the concept is based on farsightedness and prudence to avoid wrong conviction

Erosion of integrity within law enforcement agencies has far-reaching consequences for the fabric of society

Governor writes to Services & General Administration Dept to retrieve vehicles

Where does cruelty within a society originate?

President Alvi signs both bills after approval from NA, Senate

Spokesperson lauds president for taking ‘courageous stance’; declares unwavering support

Bills aim to prioritize citizens' rights and speedy justice, marking a historic shift away from British-drafted laws

Accused given time to reply in harassment case

Ahsan urges Rabbani to speak up on ‘constitutional crisis’

Three compiled volumes uploaded law department’s website

Says parliament competent to impose reasonable restrictions on freedom of speech and expression

Many politicos, public figures were seen frequenting corridors of courts for relief throughout the year

Trans activist says although positive steps have been taken, an ‘open heart and mind’ are lacking in our society

Alvi okays separate bill, paving way for final deal with Barrick Gold for Reko Diq’s revival

Law minister addresses 9th Ministers of Justice meeting

Party alleges bills 'bulldozed' without debate in the relevant committee; stages walkout

JUI-F moves Shariat court against ‘controversial’ bill

Courts, bars are predominantly male and have not created an enabling environment for female lawyers

Sends back four to Punjab Assembly for review

IHC gives till Nov 8 to submit replies on disqualification petition

Says initiative will provide a platform for those associated with the justice sector to contribute to legal knowledge

Up to 700 amendments have been proposed in present laws, to counter delays, adjournments and to ensure finality

Laws are supposed to be organic and must cater to the fundamentals of liberty, emancipation and compassion.

PM says reforms in civil, criminal laws to ensure speedy justice.

New law will revamp trade dispute mechanism, address businessmen’s complaints

Another instance of hindering the course of justice comes to light during the recent hearing of a rape case in LHC

Actor has asked why our legal system 'loses its bite' when children are sexually assaulted and mothers are gangraped

The guard and the guardian of law

"The job of MNAs and MPAs is not to mend streets and pick garbage"

SHC gives govt a month to issue Azadi Cards, orders establishment of old age homes

1,852 motorists have faced action during the year for using HID/LED lights

Examining approaches former judges employed over the last 10 years reveals far-reaching impacts of judicial overreach

Authorities did not provide details on the nationalities of those involved in the incident

While death penalty is still used in wide number of crimes, the number of sentences awarded has been falling steadily