2007 P.C.T.L.R. 189
The Commissioner of Income Tax, Companies Zone-II, Karachi and another vs M_s. Pak Saudi Fertilizers Limited
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This matter came before the Supreme Court of Pakistan regarding a petition involving the Commissioner of Income Tax. During the proceedings, the Court was informed that the counsel for the petitioner, Mr. Saleem Saigal, ASC, had been assassinated. Consequently, the Court found it necessary to adjourn the proceedings to allow for the appointment of new counsel or to accommodate the circumstances arising from the counsel's death. The Court issued an order for the adjournment of the case accordingly.
Questions settled in this judgment
- Does the death of a counsel constitute sufficient grounds for the adjournment of a case before the Supreme Court of Pakistan?
ORDER
1. It is informed that late Mr. Saleem Saigal, ASC who has recently been assassinated, was the Counsel for the petitioner therefore, case be adjourned. Order accordingly.