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In a plot twist that could rival any political sitcom, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has once again found itself entangled in the whimsical world of electoral symbol woes. The saga, filled with legal acrobatics and courtroom theatrics, could easily be mistaken for a script from a political satire. Picture this: the iconic 'bat' symbol, the PTI's electoral trademark, takes center stage as it becomes the unwitting protagonist in a legal circus. In a recent episode at the Peshawar High Court (PHC), the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) is slapped with a contempt plea by the PTI for failing to execute the court's directives in what we shall henceforth refer to as the 'bat' symbol case. The PHC, playing the role of the wise yet stern judge, declares the ECP's decision to revoke the 'bat' symbol as "illegal" and instructs them to publish the PTI's certificate of intra-party polls on their website. Cue the dramatic courtroom gasps and...

  In a stunning turn of events, the Peshawar High Court (PHC) has given the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) a reason to celebrate – and it's not just because they've restored the party's beloved 'bat' symbol. No, it's not a cricket match victory; it's the thrilling saga of intra-party elections, legal wrangling, and jurisdictional gymnastics that has left everyone scratching their heads. The PHC, in its infinite wisdom, declared the Election Commission of Pakistan's (ECP) decision to nullify PTI's intra-party elections and snatch away their 'bat' symbol as "incorrect." Now, the PTI is probably happier than a cricket fan finding out their favorite team won the World Cup – or, in this case, the Intra-Party Cricket Cup. The legal drama unfolded like a Shakespearean comedy, with lawyers arguing about jurisdiction as if they were debating the rules of a quirky new sport called "Legal Limbo." One lawyer claimed they didn't ge...

Pakistan is currently facing a critical juncture with the upcoming general elections scheduled for February 8. The upper house of Parliament has recently passed a resolution seeking to postpone the elections due to escalating security concerns. This development has sparked a heated debate on whether the nation is on the path to being governed by law and constitution or by the specter of terrorism. This article will delve into the details of the resolution, the arguments for and against the postponement, and the broader constitutional issues surrounding the disqualification of lawmakers. The Resolution and Security Concerns The resolution, moved by independent Senator Dilawar Khan, highlights the security challenges facing Pakistan in the lead-up to the general elections. Citing recent attempts on the lives of prominent political figures, including JUI-F chief Fazlur Rehman and former lawmaker Mohsin Dawar, the resolution underscores the serious threats conveyed by the Ministry of Inter...

  In a surprising turn of events, the Supreme Court of Pakistan seems to have decided to try its hand at stand-up comedy. The stage? The ongoing legal drama surrounding the disqualification period for lawmakers. Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa, the lead comedian in this political circus, recently lamented the "encroachments" into the Constitution, expressing a longing for the good old days when the "original Constitution" had greater sanctity. The seven-member larger bench, headed by CJP Isa, is on a mission to settle the debate on whether the disqualification period should be a mere five years or a lifetime. It's like the courtroom version of a reality TV show, with live broadcasts on the apex court's website – grab your popcorn, folks! The plot thickens as the court revisits the 2018 judgment in the Samiullah Baloch case, where a lifetime disqualification was deemed "permanent." Hold on to your hats, because in June 2023, the Electi...

  In the land where political dramas unfold with the regularity of morning chai, Pakistan finds itself at the crossroads of justice, or perhaps, a roundabout where the traffic signals seem to be playing an eternal game of red-light-green-light. The Supreme Court of Pakistan, led by none other than the illustrious Chief Justice Qaiz Faez Isa, has become the grand stage for a legal spectacle that could rival the finest acts in the world – welcome to the Great Pakistani Legal Circus! As the curtain rises, we are introduced to a seven-member larger bench, a distinguished ensemble of legal virtuosos, led by the Chief Justice himself. The drama unfolds against the backdrop of the upcoming February 8 general elections, a date that hangs over the proceedings like a sword of Damocles – or in this case, a gavel of justice. The plot thickens with the central question: does Article 62(1)(f) of the Constitution, the enigmatic provision demanding that parliamentarians be "sadiq and ameen" ...

  Once upon a time in the mystic land of Pakistan, where politics is a sport more intense than a cricket match, a peculiar battle unfolded between the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) and the cricket-loving, politically charged Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). It all began with a quest for the holy grail of political identities – the iconic 'cricket bat' symbol. In a courtroom drama fit for a blockbuster film, the ECP and PTI engaged in a tug of war, leaving the fate of the cricket bat hanging in the balance. Picture this: a courtroom filled with lawyers passionately arguing their case, and the judge, Justice Ejaz Khan, presiding over the matter with the seriousness of an umpire at a high-stakes cricket match. The ECP, like a stern cricket umpire, raised its finger and declared, "Out!" as it invalidated PTI's internal elections and snatched away the beloved 'cricket bat' symbol. The reason? Alleged non-compliance with election rules and the PTI constit...

  The electoral landscape in Pakistan is witnessing a surge in legal battles as candidates from various political parties, particularly the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), challenge the rejection of their nomination papers during the scrutiny process. Simultaneously, a Lahore-based lawyer has raised objections against the acceptance of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Nawaz Sharif's nomination papers, invoking Section 63 of the Elections Act. This article delves into the unfolding legal drama, highlighting key cases, implications, and the broader context of these challenges. The Scale of Rejections The recent scrutiny process, a crucial phase in the lead-up to elections, resulted in over 3,000 nomination papers being rejected out of a total of 25,951 examined nationwide. The majority of rejections were attributed to PTI candidates, a noteworthy development that has prompted a wave of appeals to the appellate tribunals comprising high court judges. PTI's Legal Battles...