Firm Registration in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa—A Step-by-Step Guide
Starting a Business as a Partnership FirmWhen two or more people agree to run a business together, share profits, and take responsibility, they can register a partnership firm. Registering the firm not only fulfills legal requirements but also gives you many benefits, such as Once registered with the Directorate of Industries & Commerce (Registrar of […]
Pakistan Supreme Court Decision on Paternity Dispute
Table of Contents 1. Introduction This case involves a dispute over the paternity of a child, Tuba Sahab. The petitioners challenged her paternity after Azhar Hussain’s death. The Supreme Court of Pakistan decided the case on 14th November, 2022. 2. Factual Background Azhar Hussain died on 4th June 2013. He was married to Riffat Shamim. […]
Maintenance Duty of Husband and Father
Table of Contents 1. Introduction This case was decided by the Lahore High Court on 21 March 2024.It was about a husband’s legal duty to give monthly maintenance to his wife and children.The main question was whether the Family Court and Appellate Court made the correct decision. 2. Legal Background Islamic law and Pakistani family […]
“Section 302 PPC Murder Case in Pakistan: Acquittal and 14-Year Sentence Explained”
Table of Contents 1. Introduction This case involves a murder. The victims were the complainant’s son and the sister of one of the accused. The police charged the accused under sections 302, 364, 147, and 149 PPC. These sections deal with murder, kidnapping for murder, and rioting. 2. Delay in FIR and Postmortem The FIR […]
Khula and Women’s Rights in Pakistan
Table of Contents 1. Introduction This case was about a wife asking for divorce through khula.She also asked for her dower, dowry, and maintenance.The Islamabad High Court gave a detailed decision.It explained Islamic and legal points about marriage and women’s rights. 2. Background of the Case The wife filed a suit for dissolution of marriage.She […]
Starbucks Trademark Case in Pakistan: Supreme Court Upholds Penalty for Brand Misuse
Table of Contents Introduction The Supreme Court of Pakistan ruled against Options International (SMC-Pvt.) Ltd. The company had used the Starbucks name and logo without permission. This case involved trademark misuse and unfair business practices. Case Background Starbucks Corporation USA owns the name and logo. It registered both trademarks in Pakistan and internationally. However, it […]
Bail Refused in Pakistan in Case of Blackmail and Suicide of Student – Full Court Judgment”
Table of Contents 1. Introduction The High Court (AJ&K) decided Criminal Revision Petition No. 164 of 2019 on 31st October 2019. Justice Ch. Khalid Yousaf heard the case. The accused, Muneeb Ikhlaq, applied for post-arrest bail. 2. Case Background Muhammad Basharat, the complainant, filed a case against Muneeb Ikhlaq. Police registered the FIR at Police […]
“Khula and Women’s Rights in Pakistan – Court Judgment Explained”
Table of Contents 1. Introduction This case involves a marriage dispute. The husband filed a suit to bring his wife back. The wife filed a suit for khula (dissolution of marriage), maintenance, and dower. The Family Court decided in favor of the wife. The husband challenged that decision in the Islamabad High Court. 2. Facts […]
“Father’s Duty to Support Children in Pakistan – Court Explains Law”
Table of Contents 1. Background of the Case Ali Akbar filed a constitutional petition. He wanted the court to discharge him from paying maintenance for two girls, Faiza and Nida. He claimed they were not his daughters. 2. Petitioner’s Claim The petitioner refused to acknowledge Faiza and Nida as his daughters. He raised this claim […]
“Khula in Pakistan: Easy Guide with Latest Court Decision 2023”
Table of Contents 1. Introduction The Islamabad High Court issued a powerful judgment in Malik Musawar Khan v. Mst. Nadia Yaseen Malik that reaffirmed a woman’s unconditional right to seek khula. This case became a turning point for family law in Pakistan, especially regarding the scope of khula, restitution of conjugal rights, and the return […]