Islamabad: The people of twin cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad have condemned the increasing rates of ?atta? and appealed to Chief Justice Iftikhar

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KARACHI: Amir Jamaat Islami Syed Munawwar Hasan Saturday said the ruling Pakistan People?s Party (PPP) has started confrontation with judiciary in the footsteps of former President Gen Pervez Musharraf.

Talking to media at Karachi airport, he said the government should focus on giving relief to the people without divesting them of amenities.

Munawwar said the people heaved a sigh of relief on the SC verdict; but, the apprehensions regarding the clash between the government and the SC increased after issuance of Presidential Ordinance relating petroleum prices.

He termed it undemocratic to end the Local Bodies system before time and appoint administrator instead.

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MADRID: Barcelona president Joan Laporta has taken a swipe at arch-rivals Real Madrid for their multi-million euro spending spree that has dominated t

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Pakistan said Saturday it would “probably” put on trial next week the five accused of involvement in last year’s terror attacks on the Indian city of Mumbai which killed 166 people.

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July 11 (Bloomberg) — Pakistan arrested five people in connection with the Nov. 26-29 terror attacks on the Indian city of Mumbai, Interior Minister Rehman Malik said in a televised press conference today in Islamabad.

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ISLAMABAD: The Trading Corporation of Pakistan (TCP) faces further delay in urea import due to technical snags in the tender process, sources said on

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ISLAMABAD: Admiral Naoman Bashir, Chief of the Naval Staff and Pro-Chancellor Bahria University Saturday said Pakistan Navy will rise to the occasion and play its active role for the stability of Pakistan whenever the country and nation needs.

He was speaking at the 5th Convocation of the BU held here.

The Naval Chief said the students should never loose heart on failures and never loose sight of goals they have set for themselves.

“My dear graduating students, I congratulate you on conferment of degrees which you have earned after going through years of rigorous academic toil” he said.

He stated, “We have done our best to provide you all institutional tools, few fundamental principles of conducting scholastic enquiry, some directions for improvement in your communication skills and all the guidelines to conduct yourself in life”.

Admiral said, “In fact it all must seethe in your character and give you a sense of direction to put you on a track for life long application. Choose the right profession and then enjoy working”, he added. There is no short cut for success in life. You will have to face the challenges boldly at every step going up the ladder”.

The Naval Chief said, “Remember that life is a continuous struggle and there is education at every step you take. Your positive attitude and superior efficiency in the work place would reflect automatically on you and your alma mater, he added.

He said the students that they should try to bring good name for their self, their parents and the university by their worthy conduct and fair dealings, smart turn out, commitment to jobs, loyalty to the organization and respect to seniors and subordinates.

He said, “Maintain your confidence and remain side by side with thelatest developments in your profession. Do look back to Bahrain University whenever you need our support. You will find us forthcoming”.

He said that the entire system of education inclusive of primary, secondary and university education needed to be integrated in a manner to produce quality manpower.

All stakeholders i.e. educational institutions, youth, their parents, industry, corporate and service sector are to join hands in making such vibrant education system which could respond to the needs of human resources in varied areas, he urged.

He further stated that we have gone in a big way for improvement in academic infrastructure, faculty development, revision of curriculum, introduction of new academic disciplines and creating conducive and student’’s friendly environment.

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Pakistan has completed its investigations into five suspects accused of involvement in last year’s attack on Mumbai, and they are expected to be put on trial next week, the interior minister said on Saturday.

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MORO: The Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry has said that it is priority of the judiciary to dispense justice at doorsteps of the people.

Addressing lawyers at Moro Court, the CJP said the restoration of the judiciary came about as a result of continuous struggle by the people.

He thanked the youth for making the lawyers movement a success.

Justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry announced the reconstruction of the burned building of Moro Court and Moro Bar.

On the occasion, lawyers presented traditional gifts of Sindh to the Chief Justice.

President Moro Bar Rasool Buksh also addressed the gathering.

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SEHWAN SHARIF: Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Iftikhar Muhammed Chaudhry Saturday said the parliament legislates and the judiciary interprets the laws.

Addressing the lawyers here at Civil Court, he said the most important principle of Islam is justice.

The CJ maintained, ?The Supreme Court and other courts interpret those laws which stand in conflict with the constitution.?

All the judges are busy with providing justice and they will keep on doing so without being daunted, he maintained.

The CJ said the apex court can take notice of the violations of human rights, which have been given legal protection by the constitution.

It is the history of country that the judiciary has never been allowed to function independently; however, every institution has separate jurisdiction under constitution.

The CJ said the District and Session judge is bound to dispose of a case in six months regardless of its importance.

The CJ Chaudhry said the courts are facing the shortage of infrastructure and manpower; however, the government is cooperating on the issue.

A system of justice cannot be established without district judiciary, he said.

Regarding National Judicial Policy, the CJ said the NJP will make justice accessible to the common man at his doorstep, adding the NJP does not contradict any law.

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