The Sindh High Court has declared an order issued by a subordinate court blocking a citizen’s Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) as invalid. In a written order issued by Justice Muhammad Hassan Akbar, the court has ruled that blocking a CNIC is illegal and a violation of fundamental rights. The court stated that there is no provision in any law to block a CNIC, and the Supreme Court has already made it clear that there is no such provision, not even under the Criminal Procedure Code.
In response to a petition by a citizen named Muhammad Rashid, the court ruled that blocking a CNIC has serious consequences, including the restriction of access to education, healthcare, employment, and banking services. The court emphasized that blocking a CNIC can have a devastating impact on a person’s life, rendering them unable to access basic necessities.
The government has announced that it will review the decision and take necessary steps to ensure that the rights of citizens are protected. The Ministry of Finance has also been directed to allocate funds for the implementation of the court’s order.
In related news, the Sindh High Court has also declared that additional allowances granted during the recent public holiday will not be applicable. The court has directed the Ministry of Finance to ensure that the expenses for the current fiscal year are met from the 2025-26 budget.
Meanwhile, the Disaster Management Authority has reported that the water level in the Indus River has suddenly increased, causing flash flooding in the Chakothi area. The authority has warned of further flooding and has advised residents to take necessary precautions.
Separately, the government has announced that it will establish a Red Line Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system in Karachi, which will become the future lifeline of the city. The project is expected to improve public transportation and reduce congestion in the city.
In international news, Saudi Arabia has announced that it will no longer impose restrictions on pilgrims under the age of 15 traveling for Hajj. The move is expected to boost tourism and economic activity in the kingdom.
In a separate incident, four children from the same family have died in the Kotri area due to a suspected outbreak of dengue fever. The Deputy Commissioner has appealed to the international community to take notice of the situation and provide assistance to Pakistan, which has suffered extensively in the war against terrorism.
In other news, the government has announced that it will introduce reforms in the energy sector, which will benefit both the public and the industrial sector. The Prime Minister has emphasized that the reforms will be implemented in a way that benefits the people and the economy.
In a unique wedding ceremony, a groom arrived at the wedding in a decorated tractor and rode it to collect his bride. The ceremony was attended by friends and family, who were delighted by the creative and colorful display.
In a related incident, a woman in Mirpur Khas has been murdered and buried in a shallow grave by her killer. The police have launched an investigation into the incident and have arrested several suspects.
In a separate incident, a family of four has died in the Kotri area due to a suspected outbreak of dengue fever. The government has sent a team of health experts to investigate the situation and provide assistance to the affected family.
In international news, the UAE has announced that it will resume its air operations in the region, which had been suspended due to security concerns. The move is expected to boost tourism and economic activity in the region.
In a shocking incident, a woman in a rural area has ingested poisonous pills meant for her children and has also given them to her kids. The police have launched an investigation into the incident and have arrested the woman.
In a related incident, the post-mortem examination of the victims has revealed that their internal organs, including their brains, hearts, and lungs, had turned green due to the poisoning. The police have launched a thorough investigation into the incident and have arrested several suspects.
