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AGP Shehzad Elahi issues clarification on CJP Bandial’s ‘honest PM’ remark

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February 13, 2023

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AGP Shehzad Elahi issues clarification on CJP Bandial's 'honest PM' remark

Attorney General of Pakistan Shehzad Ata Elahi has issued clarification after Chief Justice of Pakistan Umar Ata Bandial’s remark about the country’s “honest prime minister” in a case were taken out of context and manipulated on social media.

On Feb 9, the top judge heard a petition of former prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Chairman Imran Khan, challenging amendments to the National Accountability (NAB) Ordinance by the coalition government. During the hearing, the chief justice gave positive remarks about former premier Muhammad Khan Junejo. However, the echoes of his remarks were heard during a session of Senate on Feb 10 when PML-N Senator Irfanul Haq Siddiqui expressed concerns over the remarks.

“The chief justice has called only one prime minister honest who is probably Muhammad Khan Junejo. Who gave him the merit to declare everyone from Liaquat Ali Khan to Imran Khan dishonest,” he said.

The attorney general in a letter to Federal Law Minister Azam Nazir Tarar said, “It was also inadvertently and erroneously believed without verification by some Hon’ble Parliamentarians who commented critically about the same on 10.02.2023. On 11.02.2023 their views were being reported widely in the national press”.

“On Feb 9, 2023 an incorrect version of certain observations by the Hon’ble Chief Justice of Pakistan (“HCJP”) made that day during the proceedings of Constitution Petition No. 21/2022 titled ‘Imran Ahmed Khan Niazi v. Federation of Pakistan’ circulated on social media platforms.”

Clarifying that he was present in court room during the proceedings, he said: “Certain observations were made by the HCJP in the context of the non-restoration of the National Assembly by the Supreme Court in 1988 after its dissolution”.

The chief justice mentioned how in 1993 the then CJP had, in the case of Muhammad Nawaz Sharif Vs. President of Pakistan, regretted the non-restoration of the National Assembly in 1988.

On the other hand, the social media reported that CJP Bandial had questioned the honesty of the prime ministers of the country.

“As I was personally present in the court during these proceedings, I can confirm to you that no such observation was made. In fact, the HCJP had recalled the regret expressed by the then Chief Justice of Pakistan (Justice Nasim Hassan Shah) in 1993 in the aforementioned case,” reads the letter.

The CJP went on to comment on the then deposed Prime Minister of Pakistan (Mr Muhammad Khan Junejo) being a very good and independent man who was removed though Article 58(2)(b).

The attorney general said the observations of the CJP seemed to have been misconstrued and misstated in the social media as “if in the history of Pakistan only one Prime Minister [Mr. Muhammad Khan Junejo) was honest”.

“However, no remark to this effect was made by the HCJP on 09.02.2023. Nevertheless, an incorrect narrative about the HCJP’s observations was circulated on social media,” he maintained.

AGP Shehzad Ealhi asked the law minister to share the correct facts with parliamentarians for setting the record straight.

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PM offers nawafil at Roza-e-Rasool in Madinah

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September 28, 2023

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PM offers nawafil at Roza-e-Rasool in Madinah

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar visited Masjid-e-Nabvi (the Prophet’s Mosque) in Madinah and paid his respects at Roza-e-Rasool (SAW).

The prime minister offered nawafil at the Roza on Wednesday evening. Afterwards, the caretaker prime minister visited the International Fair and Museum of the Prophet (SAW)’s Biography and Islamic Civilization, located adjacent to Masjad-e-Nabvi.

Dr Nasir Misfir Al-Zahrani, Secretary of the Board of Directors of the Prophet (SAW)’s Museum, warmly welcomed the prime minister.

The prime minister was given a comprehensive briefing on the historical museum, which showcases the life and teachings of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) as well as the Islamic civilisation.

PM Kakar expressed his deep appreciation for the museum and applauded the efforts made to preserve and present the rich Islamic heritage.

As a token of appreciation, Dr Nasir Misfir Al-Zahrani presented the prime minister with a shield and books, symbolising the cherished connection between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia in promoting Islamic heritage and fostering mutual understanding.

The museum chronicles the Prophet (SAW)’s journey and highlights significant events and teachings through multimedia. It also showcases Islamic civilisation’s achievements in various fields. The museum promotes interfaith dialogue and understanding, fostering respect for diverse beliefs and cultures.

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Preparations for Eid-e-Milad in full swing across country

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September 28, 2023

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Preparations for Eid-e-Milad in full swing across country

The Muslims all over the world, and in Pakistan, are marking the birth of Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) on Friday (tomorrow).

Preparations for the celebration of Eid-e-Milad began with the sighting of Rabiul Awwal moon. Enthusiasm of the faithful has peaked across Pakistan; buildings and mosques have been illuminated not only in big cities but in villages also. Streets have been decorated and illuminated to mark the day.

There will be a national holiday on the occasion. Processions will also be taken out in which models of holy Kaaba and the Gumbad-e-Khizra (green dome) will be carried.

Children prepare models in streets according to their passion.

Special prayers, gatherings, and recitation of the Quran will also be arranged all over the country. Food will also be shared with the poor.

The Muslims in India, Bangladesh and other countries in the region will also celebrate Eid-e-Milad.

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CJP Isa reprimands lawyer for not presenting arguments in tax case

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September 28, 2023

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CJP Isa reprimands lawyer for not presenting arguments in tax case

Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa on Thursday reprimanded a senior counsel for not presenting arguments related to the case.

CJP Isa conducted hearing of the tax revision case.

The chief justice, while expressing his indignation at not giving arguments, asked lawyer Fayaz Shirazi to present arguments on the merits of the case. “Tell me if your application is admissible,” the CJP said.

Lawyer Shirazi said his case was time barred. The CJP said the court wanted to hear his case and he was saying the case was time barred. “You are not a clerk but a senior advocate of the Supreme Court,” he remarked.

Justice Isa said he had great respect for him for being a senior lawyer of the apex court. In his remarks, CJP Isa further said that filing such cases affected fixing of other cases.

The chief justice rejected the review petition for not presenting arguments by the lawyer.

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