Islamabad High Court questions use of intelligence reports in overseas postings

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1. 15 Oct 2026 71% related

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2. 7 Oct 2026 71% related

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   Islamabad High Court seeks report on over 50 Pakistanis missing abroad

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3. 28 Sep 2026 71% related

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4. 17 Sep 2026 73% related

   2 outlets

   IHC halts appointments of community welfare attachés

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5. 11 Aug 2026 71% related

   8 outlets

   IHC seeks government explanation for delay in judges' appointment summary

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