IHC petition says president failed in ‘mandatory constitutional duty’ over judges’ appointments

Petition asks court to declare the delay unlawful and compel immediate action on judicial appointments ISLAMABAD: A petition filed before the Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday challenged President Asif Ali Zardari’s delay in approving a summary for the appointment of high court judges. It argued that his inaction amounts to a failure to perform “a mandatory…

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Gold prices surge by Rs10,000 per tola in Pakistan

Gold prices in Pakistan surged by Rs10,000 per tola on Wednesday as rising geopolitical uncertainty and mixed signals over possible renewed negotiations between the United States and Iran boosted demand for precious metals in global and domestic markets. In the international bullion market, gold prices jumped by $100 per ounce to $4,155, triggering a sharp…

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