ISLAMABAD – The Supreme Court of Pakistan has issued a show-cause notice for contempt of court to its Additional Registrar, Nazar Abbas, due to the delay in case scheduling. The court took this action after the case regarding the powers of Supreme Court benches did not appear in the cause list for the day.
Cause List Delay Sparks Controversy
The cause list for the day, which includes cases scheduled for hearing, did not list the critical case related to the powers of the Supreme Court benches. This omission triggered serious concerns within the judiciary.
| Issue | Details |
|---|---|
| Case Involved | Powers of Supreme Court benches |
| Scheduled Hearing Date | Not listed in the cause list |
| Concerned Authority | Additional Registrar Nazar Abbas |
Unaware of Case Rescheduling
During the proceedings, Justice Mansoor Ali Shah expressed surprise, stating he was unaware of the case rescheduling. Justice Ayesha Malik raised questions regarding the unexplained alterations to the cause list, further escalating concerns about the procedural transparency.
| Judge | Comment |
|---|---|
| Justice Mansoor Ali Shah | “I was unaware of this matter.” |
| Justice Ayesha Malik | “Unexplained alterations to the cause list.” |
No Written Order for Alteration
The Deputy Registrar clarified that they had not received a formal written order regarding the rescheduling of the case. This explanation raised further questions from the bench. The judges asked why the case was not listed as originally ordered.
| Authority | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Deputy Registrar | “No written order received for change.” |
| Justice Mansoor Ali Shah | Demanded explanation for delay in case scheduling. |
Unprecedented Situation Raises Concerns
The court highlighted the unprecedented nature of the situation. It stressed that no one has the authority to alter the case schedule without a proper order. This raised significant concerns within the judiciary.
| Judge’s Comment | Details |
|---|---|
| Unnamed Judge | “No one holds authority to transfer the case.” |
Show-Cause Notice Issued
In response to this delay, the court issued a show-cause notice to Nazar Abbas, directing him to explain why he did not schedule the case as ordered. The court has adjourned the matter until January 21.
| Action Taken | Details |
|---|---|
| Notice Issued | Show-cause notice to Nazar Abbas |
| Next Hearing Date | January 21 |
This controversy highlights the importance of procedural integrity and the need for transparency within the judicial system. The outcome of the proceedings will have significant implications for the Supreme Court’s future scheduling and authority.
