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Ashraf calls for peaceful coexistence of institutions, says parliament must be strengthened.

Legal aide, however, does not rule out option of re-enacting defunct act or passing an ordinance.

President Zardari decides to ask for review; no legal cover for PM once NRO implementation case is resumed.

Options include re-introducing a modified, but similar contempt law through a presidential ordinance.

Minister claims decision aimed at creating anarchy.

They pulled off black armbands that they had been wearing in protest at the controversial law passed by parliament.

No immunity for Prime Minister Ashraf on August 8.

Coalition partners urge filing an appeal against SC decision to strike down Contempt of Court bill.

The judiciary should be held accountable, much like any other pillar of the state.

SC terms amendment as unconstitutional, says the 2003 contempt ordinance will come into effect.