The Handbook for Public Procurement Laws A note from the author: Public Procurement is the procurement of goods and services on behalf of a public authority, such as a government agency or government owned […]
English–Urdu Legal Terms – B
Note from the author: “As an erstwhile burger vakeel (lawyer), eager to join the lively katchery (district courts) scene, I can relate to the frustration faced by other in the […]
Finding a Fine Balance: The CAT and the Third World’s Dilemma
Historically, the notion that force could be used to derive the truth has often tempted persons to resort to the chair of torture, turning away from […]
The Conditions of Women’s Human Rights
“My silences had not protected me. Your silences will not protect you.” Audre Lorde had it right when she said that women have been taught to […]
Essential Guidelines on Zakat
Q1. How much is nisab of zakat during the year? According to an announcement made by the State Bank of Pakistan, the nisab had been set […]
Non-Bailable Arrest Warrant Issued for Musharraf
Islamabad’s Additional District and Sessions court issued non-bailable warrants of arrest against former president Pervez Musharraf. The connection is said to be for the murder of […]
Eligibility Criteria For Enrolment As An Advocate
ADMISSION / ENROLMENT AS ADVOCATE (Section 26 of Legal Practitioners and Bar Councils Act 1973) Eligibility A person is eligible for enrolment as an advocate […]
License to Abuse
The attack at the Charlie Hebdo’s offices in Paris, a French satirical magazine, leaving 12 people killed for what they have published, left the world in […]
Amendment Process In The Constitution of Pakistan
The Constitution of Pakistan is said to be rigid and flexible at the same time when it comes to making amendments. A constitution is rigid in the […]
Revised Scheme of Law Subjects For CSS Examination – 2016
PUBLIC NOTICE BY THE FEDERAL PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION OF PAKISTAN WITH REGARDS TO CSS COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION – 2016: It is notified for information of aspirants of […]
United Nations Panel Calls for Renewal for Equal Education Rights for Women
On Tuesday, the UN Office of the High Commissioner of Human Rights (OHCHR) renewed calls for girls and women to be given equal access to education. […]
Law Schools Recognized by Punjab Bar Council
Law Schools Recognized by Punjab Bar Council The following law schools and degree awarding institutions are duly recognized by the Punjab Bar Council and, therefore, students acquiring […]
Marital Rape Lives On In Pakistan
Marital rape, the term itself, confuses many people. Is it actually rape if it happens between husband and wife? Most people believe that there is no […]
How Can Overseas Pakistanis Re-Verify Their SIMs
Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) can direct cellular companies to block mobile phone SIMs (subscriber identity module) for lack of ownership verification so it is imperative to […]
How To Register a ‘SOCIETY’ Under The Societies Registration Act 1860
Given the growing trend towards the startup-culture, an increasing number of people, especially the youth, is interested in formalizing innovative ideas as well as giving legal […]
How to Report / Search for a Stolen Mobile in Pakistan
How to get IMEI: Dial *#06# and note down IMEI number of your mobile set. Enter 15-digit mobile IMEI number in the Search option on http://imei.pta.gov.pk/ […]
Paternity Leave Rights in Pakistan
Is There a Provision For Paid Paternity Leave in Pakistan? Paid Paternity Leave for a new father is not usually provided under the labour legislation for […]